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Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Property class: 2.5

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A man standing in a heart-shaped structure with a railing, overlooking a sunset with a beach and ocean in the background.
A hallway with a tiled floor, glass doors, and a wooden bench.
A beach scene with two white plastic lounge chairs and a palm tree.
A coffee shop interior with a bar counter, a coffee machine, and a glass display case.
A metal bench with a curved design, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers, overlooking a body of water.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Del Parque Central, 250m norte y 50m ,Calle 0y 2, Av 5, Alajuela, alajuela, 000
  • Place, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Market Alajuela
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Juan Santamaría Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room

A bunk bed in a room with a sliding door closet and a small wooden stool.

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two wooden beds, each with a patterned bedspread and a rolled towel. There is a small wooden nightstand with a plant and a folded blanket.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Double Room

A bunk bed with white bedding, a purple towel, and a wall-mounted TV.

Economy Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

This smoke-free bed & breakfast features a snack bar/deli, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Free breakfast (local cuisine) and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela offers 8 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

During your stay at Hotel el Tucan Alajuela, you're just a quick walk from Juan Santamaría Park. Features include free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a snack bar/deli. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Steps from Juan Santamaría Park and Central Market Alajuela
  • Airport drop-off shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome for free (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This Alajuela bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served free local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 6 per night)
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Dock

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 15 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 10 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 6 per night(328 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation on arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 8
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

El Tucan Alajuela Alajuela
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela Alajuela
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela Bed & breakfast
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela Bed & breakfast Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 60 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and courteous. It is a family run business as are many smaller hotels in Costa Rica. We felt safe and secure. It was a very basic room , but it was clean and comfortable. Again, the staff was the best.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was really courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Provided friendly conversation and helpful travel tips. An absolutely delicious breakfast included. Room had a hot shower and a comfy bed. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the price and the staff is very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

This was perfect for my basic needs of an overnight stay. Simple and friendly check in, comfy bed, good WiFi, and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, easy checkin and out!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

reina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Amenities
Modest but clean, the reception was extremely kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

erhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Might look scary to the average American women at first but a great place to stay and lots of nice restaurants around
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Pascal

There was floating in the room. Was cancelled
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel

The hotel itself is very nice. However, it does say that breakfast is included, and please be aware that you have to make your own breakfast, which is fine.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were lots of things to do around the hotel. Things like the museum and parks. Lots of restaurants too. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean and the hosts very friendly and helpful. For the price it was about as expected. The neighborhood is very busy, but being near the airport was good. I would probably stay here again if I was by myself.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Amenities
very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Close to airport. Needs updating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend it for cheap .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dorina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have to pay for parking and it is expensive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good for a night before flying out early. Would st

The hotel is actually really quiet - no windows helps- like an old office building turned hotel. We stayed mid week not on a weekend. No elevator - (Not a problem for us) beds are Costa Rican hard (normal Everywhere you go unless your paying for luxury) AC works - not ice cold but better than a Fan! Restaurants are walking distance and good. We would definitely stay again when we’re flying out!! They let us park right in front of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

no toilet paper

They didn't have toilet paper... other than that it was acceptable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

walt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coutious
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hole in ceiling above shower where a light used to be, had to plug it with toilet paper to feel like someone wouldn’t look in. A/C leaked, bed was not comfortable, noisy in front area. Parking is in a pay lot down the street. Breakfast was delicious.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Norman

Disliked: Amenities
I had no idea what to expect of this property or area. When I arrived, the staff was friendly and helpful but there was no food services at the hotel. Breakfast was a 4-5 blocks away at another hotel. The bed was comfortable but there was no fan.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sebastian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedsheets were full of hair and crumbs, for sure no one bothered to clean them. There were also tons of hair in the bathroom, alongside a multitude of bloodstains. Also the door could not be locked properly. If you don't want to contract any diseases stay clear of this filthy hellhole.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025