Name: Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Address: Al frente del Parque Calian Vargas Alajuela Centro, 68241 Alajuela City, Costa Rica, Al frente del Parque Calian Vargas Alajuela Centro, Alajuela, 68241, Costa Rica
Rating: 7.7

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

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Property highlights

Views

City view, Mountain view, Terrace

Free WiFi

Internet services

Shuttle service

Airport shuttle

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator

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About this property

Backpackers Alajuela is a beautiful hostel located in Alajuela Town Centre. It boasts free Wi-Fi, a on-site restaurant and a free shuttle service to the airport, a 5-minute drive away. The property offers bright private suites with beautiful views of the city. The spacious air-conditioned rooms feature hypoallergenic linens and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. The property also has a restaurant that serves international cuisine like pizza and pasta. There is TV room and a furnished terrace. The tour desk can help arrange activities to local attractions like Paos Volcano, a 30-minute drive away. Guests can also explore the restaurants and sights located within a 5-minute walk of Alajuela Backpackers.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Room type	Number of guests
Double Room with Private Bathroom 1 double bed
Junior Suite 1 extra-large double bed
Suite 1 extra-large double bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 10 bunk beds

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Liezel

Australia

“Loved everything, except the ventilation in the room, there were no windows that could open. The staff was super nice and helpful. Airport shuttle was on time and professional. The backpackers is close to the airport and centre of alajuela, so...”

Valentine

Canada

“Free shuttle service to the airport. Staff very nice and helpful.”

Jackson

Canada

“The location is pretty good! Very close to the airport, and also close to the Tuasa bus terminal to San Jose, which only spend 725 (1.5 US dollars) one-way. Their shuttle service is also very good, the earliest bus is at 4:10 a.m., which is...”

Sanjni

United Kingdom

“Clean and comfortable - I was with my 75 year old mother and she couldn't believe it was a hostel! Staff are friendly and the bar is nice and very affordable with amazing views. The location is fantastic for early or late flights. The free shuttle...”

Scott

Canada

“We stayed 2 different times while traveling. It's a good location near the bus terminal and also close to the airport and provides a shuttle. Basic accommodations, but clean and comfortable. We'd stay again if we travel through the area.”

Lenka

Slovakia

“i stayed for 5 nights and honestly i didn't expect much for the price, but the hostel exceeded my expectations. it was always clean and quite comfortable. the location is amazing, close to bus stations, restaurants, atms, groceries. the staff is...”

Rachel

Canada

“I like the clean facilities, closeness to the airport and free shuttle and was really thrilled to find find Micheal at the front desk. He is such a lovely guy.”

Ewelina

Poland

“I'm happy I chose this place. I was a bit afraid after reading comments from previous guests but the hostel was really great and I don't get these comments at all (probably other guests visited it in its worse time :P). The room was big and comfy....”

Mackenzie

Germany

“Free shuttle to the airport is really helpful especially the hostel is rather cheap”

Annalena

Germany

“perfect place if you want to go to the airport, not much around, dorms are good enough for the purpose:) Upstairs is a cute restaurant and downstairs a pool table where you can spend the time before your flight Shuttle service!”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Los Olivos

Cuisine
Italian
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner
Ambiance
Modern

Facilities of Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the shuttle is only available from 04:10 until 22:00.

Guests who ask about pickup service are requested to inform the property at least 24 hours in advance of their expected arrival time.

Please inform Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.