Hotel Cortez Azul

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Hotel Cortez Azul

Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
904 reviews

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Hotel Cortez Azul is located in the centre of Alajuela, 5 minutes’ drive from Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaria International Airport. The hotel offers, 24-hour reception, a free WiFi zone and free breakfast. Accommodation offered is in mixed dormitory rooms and private rooms with either shared or private bathrooms. All have a fan and garden views. There is a restaurant, 50 metres away. The hotel has a communal kitchen and laundry room for guest use.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 bunk beds
1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
7.9
Low score for Alajuela City

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Søren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect just to spend the night ahead of adventuring out”
  • Nina
    Germany Germany
    “It was nice, the hosts were very helpful, good Location for the Bus Terminal and restaurants”
  • Tanja
    Finland Finland
    “Only 15 minutes drive to the airport. There are restaurants and minimarkets nearby. Friendly personnel. Complimentary breakfast is a nice plus. It was simple but included fresh fruits that made me very happy!”
  • Ieva
    Lithuania Lithuania
    “Nice hotel close to the Airport. The owner is very nice and friendly, helped us with many things :)”
  • Benjamin
    France France
    “Super efficient and super friendly. I'd booked 3 rooms and the found a lovely 4th when my other booking fell through”
  • Andras
    Hungary Hungary
    “Perfect location. Good breakfast. Nice host. Good value for money.”
  • Lenka
    Slovakia Slovakia
    “The host was really nice, helpful and it was really a good stay 😊”
  • Nuala
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It has the basic facilities but, in addition, you have fruit, cereal and coffee for breakfast in the garden terrace. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. It is well situated for all shops.”
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A comfortable budget hotel, near the airport and handy for onward travel north by bus. It has hot water, good wi-fi and a tv in the room.”
  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    “Very friendly and helpful staff, nice Garden, good central Location”

Managed by Hotel Cortez Azul

Company review score: 8.9Based on 893 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a team with more than two years of experience in tourism, we work in developing a company that can provide the client with a comfortable and pleasant stay, who can feel that he is in a home and has his first and last best impression of Costa Rica. The client can expect close and personalized attention, with a team always ready to provide the best information about our country.

Property information

It is an old building but with a good base, at first it was a house for a large family, the former owner was in charge of creating a cozy place with artistic atmosphere and the idea of ​​us is to continue with a rustic mixture, elegant and natural. We have created a cozy garden and a deck so that guests can rest and relax before continuing their adventure.

Neighbourhood information

Located in the center of the city of Alajuela. It is an excellent place to spend the first or last night as we are only 10 minutes from the airport. The client will also be able to visit areas such as the Poás volcano, La Paz waterfalls, the Zoo Ave refuge, coffee zones and more.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hotel Cortez Azul

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Walking tours
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs US$6 per day.

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
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Check-in
Available 24 hours
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:30 to 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.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel Cortez Azul 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.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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