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Hotel Cortez Azul is located in the center 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. Accommodations 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, 164 feet away. The hotel has a communal kitchen and laundry room for guest use.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jim
United States
“Hosts were friendly, likeable, and helpful.....Tom and John and Paola, groundskeeper and breakfast staff all. Breakfast was wonderful. Grounds were well kept and beautiful. Room and everything was clean. Large shower. Prices for extras...” - Suzanne
United States
“Really liked the location, close to airport. The hosts were very nice. We would return again!” - Mark
Canada
“Everything was nice at the hotel, arrived late and the manager was at the front desk to help us out and let us in. Very good guy, place was clean and quiet and perfect. No issues.” - James
United States
“A good value stay close to the airport in the central part of Alajuela. Staff was very nice and extremely helpful. Continental breakfast was fine. Found the hostel to be very clean. Excellent wifi and they brought a chair and desk to my room so I...” - Wiggins
Canada
“The staff was very friendly and helpful with questions about our travel. I enjoyed the complementary breakfast and nice outdoor area, and was impressed with the cleanliness of the shared bathrooms. It was only a short ride from the airport.” - Jim
United States
“I stayed here before nice place great staff and clean 5min from airport good breakfast” - Anita
Guatemala
“Great place close the airport. Friendly and accommodating staff (had a pretty late flight and checking in was no problem). Breakfast was decent and I loved that there was a small outdoor space for enjoying it. Cat was awesome (huge plus in my books).” - Emma
United States
“The staff was very accommodating with my last minute booking. The room was clean, comfortable (super comfy bed!) and felt very secure with the secure lobby entrance. Staff was helpful with dinner recommendations nearby and the included breakfast...” - Camilo
United States
“The family that manages it we’re awesome they let us stay past our check out for free.” - W
United States
“Very nice place to spend the night prior to flying, nice staff, you can do 4kg of laundry for 10usd on site (wash and dry), they organized a 7usd taxi to airport for me in the morning. I had some fruit for breakfast as I was leaving before...”

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Amenities of Hotel Cortez Azul
Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
PetsPets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
- Walking toursAdditional charge
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs $6 per day.
- Accessible parking
Services
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Daily housekeepingAdditional charge
- Tour desk
- Car rental
- LaundryAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- 24-hour security
General
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
House rulesHotel Cortez Azul takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Hotel Cortez Azul of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.