Alajuela (San Jose) Airport SJO ,
Alajuela, Costa Rica
alajuela.co.cr
Alajuela Costa Rica is one of the most important cities in Costa
Rica. The San Jose Costa Rica international airport SJO (Juan Santamaria)
and it's proximity to San Jose, great night life, shopping, central location,
unique shops and true traditional Costa Rican ambience make Alajuela a
must for most toursists visiting Costa Rica.
Shopping, gambling, dancing, eating in typical restaurants, or just relaxing in a place with all of the amenities are some of the attractions of Alajuela, Costa Rica. The central location makes it possible to experience many locations and tours and return to each night to the same safe and comfortable place.
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Most people do not realize that the main international airport is in Alajuela and not San Jose! Alajuela makes a more logical home base for most travellers than San Jose as it is much safer and much closer to the airport, beaches, Guanacaste, Arenal Volcano and most destinations than is San Jose.
Additionally, the mountains above Alajuela and Heredia have many attractions and opportunities to experience the cloud forest, see animals, take canopy tours and other activities that are in many cases better than more well-known tourist locations (like Monteverde) and they do not take a full day of driving to get there.
Alajuela participated in several different historical events. In 1823 it battled under the command of Gregorio José Ramírez to defeat the Republic against the Imperialist that occupied the cartel of Cartago; San José joined forces with Alajuela and both troops marched to the battle of Ochomogo the 5th of April 1823. That was the first time that Costa Ricans battled against Costa Ricans. As a consequence of this battle, this was won by the joined forces, San José became the capital city of Costa Rica. Alajuela contributed with its National Hero Juan Santamaría (see photo of statue on right), who burned the house of Rivas in 1856 during that campaign.
The average temperatures of the Costa Rican Province of Alajuela is
between 22 and 24 Degrees Celsius. In the summertime it might get a little
warmer at times. At the higher levels the temperature is around 20 Degrees
Celsius. The levels above sea are: Alajuela: 952m, San José: 882m,
Carrizal: 1470m, San Antonio: 870m, La Guácima: 803m, Sabanilla:
1270m, San Rafael: 845m, Río Segundo: 930m, Desamparados: 1010m,
Turrúcares: 638m, Tambor: 950m, La Garita, 693m, Sarapiquí
(San Miguel): 510m.
Alajuela Real Estate
The Alajuela Costa Rica Real Estate market has been steadily gaining value and interest amoung foreigners. The real estate properties in alajuela range from low pricd lots, affordable low costa houses, to executive estates and mansions, mountain properties and hotels. The climate, proximity to the airport and San Jose and overall convienance makes Alajuela, Costa Rica a very desireable for people wanting to live in Costa Rica but not in an overly globalized place like Escazu or Jaco Beach. There are still many deals for foreigners interested in purchasing real estate in Costa Rica he in Alajuela.Recommended Alajuela Real Estate Brokers and Real Estate Agents
Costa
Rican Real Estate offers Costa Rica Real Estate
listings such as low priced lots, condos, homes, and luxury rentals in
the Jaco Beach and Heredia Mountains of Costa Rica.
They have more than a THOUSAND listings online and value all customers equally. They also have many deals normally not available to foreigners. Luxury Vacation Rentals as well!
Central
Pacific Coast Real Estate offers listings
such as low priced lots, condos, homes on the Central Pacific Coast of
Costa Rica and ther Heredia Mountains of Costa Rica. They have a
multitude of listings and value all customers equally. Contact them for
straight answers and quality listings. This is an American operated operation
with Tico prices and American Ethics combined.
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Orquideas Inn Boutique Airport Hotel with nature trails, swimming pool, restaurant and bar and lots of tranquility set on ten tropical lush acres yet is located only ten minutes from the San Jose Costa Rica Internation Airport (SJO).
Economy lodging (less than $50 per night)
Riverside
Aparthotel - Canadian owned and managed hotel
located just outside of town. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available.
Medium Priced Lodging ($50 to $100 per night)
La Catalina Suites and Villas is a majestic private, gated resort, located a few miles just outside the Capital City of San Jose, on 6 lush acres inhabited by tropical flowers, trees, ponds and other gracious amenities. Free Beach transfers to Copacabana, their hotel in Jaco Beach.
Orquideas
Inn Boutique Airport Hotel with nature trails, swimming pool, restaurant
and bar and lots of tranquility set on ten tropical lush acres yet is located
only ten minutes from the San Jose Costa Rica Internation Airport (SJO).
1915
Hotel Boutique Hotel located in the center of
Alajuela, close to everything. Beautiful decor, furnishings and a friendly
atmosphere. Located only five minutes from the San Jose Costa Rica
Internation Airportairport (SJO).
Premium Lodging $100 to $200 per night
La Catalina Suites and Villas is a majestic private, gated resort, located a few miles just outside the Capital City of San Jose, on 6 lush acres inhabited by tropical flowers, trees, ponds and other gracious amenities. Free Beach transfers to Copacabana, their hotel in Jaco Beach.
Hampton
Inn Hampton Inn Suites located across from
the airport is a full service 4 star hotel loacted next to Denny's Restauran
and the Fiesta Casino.
Garden Court Hotel and Fiesta Casino - Costa Rica's largest casino
located across from the airport is a full service 4 star hotel loacted
next to Denny's Restauran and the Fiesta Casino.
Exclusive Lodging (more than $200 per night)
Vacation Lodging
Restaurants and Bars
Denny's
Restaurant Located next to the Hampton Inn, Garden
Court and the Fiesta Casino, this is one of 2 Denny's in the country is
perfect for those who want good old American food and/or no surprises.
One of the first WIFI points in Alajuela.
Cugini's
Restaurant Bar and Bistro Featuring Italian/American
food with fresh traditional ingredients, an extensive menu and a well stocked
bar. It is very likely to cross paths with local foreigners at the bar,
which is one of the most well-stocked in Alajeula. Live music on the weekends.
If you need directions or reservations call 440-6893.
Casinos
Fiesta Casino - Costa Rica's largest casino located across from the
airport next to Denny's Restaurant and the Garden Court Hotel. Full service
complete restaurant and sports bar with lots of action 24 hours. All tables
(including craps) are open on demand 24 hours per day. Texas Hold'em Poker
Room open nightly.
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Juan Santamaria Airport
Costa Rica's main international
airport.
Alajuela Cathedral
Costa Rica's main internation
Alajuela Central Park
An active heart of the city
Poas Volcano
An active volcano an hour drive away!
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Peace Waterfall Gardens spectacular waterfalls!
Juan Santamaria Park
Currently under construction
to include a garden mall
Juan Santamaria
Alajuela native son and heroe.
