Cheap Hotels in Alajuela
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Cheap Hotels in Alajuela

Badu Lodge
Badu Lodge
Top neighbourhoods in Alajuela

Agonía
Agonía gives you a true taste of everyday Costa Rican life away from tourist hotspots. The neighborhood's colourful homes and friendly locals create a warm vibe where you can catch impromptu football matches at local fields and chat with neighbors over fresh coffee. Visit the impressive Alajuela Cathedral or catch a match at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto if you're feeling sporty. Budget-friendly soft drinks serve up delicious casado plates and gallo pinto that won't empty your wallet. Small guesthouses and homestays offer authentic stays with welcoming hosts for a fraction of tourist-area prices. While public transport is limited, taxis and ride-shares can easily connect you to city centre Alajuela and beyond.
Carmen
Carmen offers an authentic slice of Costa Rican life away from tourist crowds. Wander tree-lined streets where locals chat on porches and kids kick football balls in area parks. The Central Market Alajuela provides a glimpse into everyday Tico culture, while small soft drinks serve up delicious casados and fresh fruit batidos for just a few dollars. Budget-friendly guesthouses and family-run B&Bs make Carmen an ideal base for travellers seeking value. Local buses run frequently to city centre Alajuela and Juan Santamaría International Airport, just 5km away. Evenings are quiet with most businesses closing by 7pm, perfect for experiencing the gentle rhythm of Costa Rican family life.
Bajo Cornizal
Bajo Cornizal gives you the real deal of Costa Rican suburban life without the tourist price tag. This quiet residential area lets you live like a local while staying close to Alajuela's attractions. Wake up to cockerels crowing, smell fresh tortillas from nearby kitchens, and chat with friendly neighbors going about their day. Small family-run soft drinks serve up authentic casados at prices that won't break your wallet. Basic guesthouses and homestays offer genuine hospitality at much lower rates than tourist zones. While public transit is limited, taxis can zip you to City Mall or Alajuela Cathedral whenever the mountain views aren't enough.
Cristo Rey
Cristo Rey invites you to ditch the tourist playbook and dive into authentic Costa Rican daily life. Local soft drinks serve up mouthwatering casados and fruit batidos at wallet-friendly prices while neighbors chat across colourful home fences. This peaceful residential area offers the perfect chance to practice your Spanish and experience pura vida from the inside. Family-run guesthouses provide budget-friendly stays with genuine Costa Rican hospitality. Getting around requires some planning with limited bus service to central Alajuela, though taxis are readily available. The area quiets down after 8pm, making it ideal for travellers seeking an authentic, tranquil Costa Rican experience.
Top landmarks in Alajuela

Alajuela Cathedral
If you're interested in local religious buildings head to Agonía – home to Alajuela Cathedral. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
City Mall
If you like shopping, take time out to go to City Mall when in Alajuela. Splash some more cash at Plaza Real Alajuela and Central Market Alajuela.
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