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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near City Mall

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A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
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Exterior
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern design, a well-lit entrance, and landscaped gardens.
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
  • Place, Casino Fiesta
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, City Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Costa Rica Convention Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(126 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave (Minifridge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave (Minifridge)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave (Minifridge)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Rio Segundo

City center stay.Your stay at this Cacique hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of City Mall and Juan Santamaría Park. Central Park and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Casino Fiesta - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • City Mall - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Costa Rica Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Sabana Park - 18 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 12 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terra Tica - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Novillo Alegre - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rosti - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gastro Pub 45 - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3-star hotel near City Mall
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Rio Segundo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG offers 100 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CRC 5400.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CRC 5400.0 per stay

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

You need to know

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Jose Hotel Costa San Airport Rica
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport Hotel Alajuela
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport Alajuela
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport Rio Segundo
Hotel Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport
Express San Jose Costa Rica
Express Jose Costa Rica By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG is 1.1 mi (4-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG?

As of Jul 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG on Aug 15, 2026 start from CA $150, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG to downtown Rio Segundo?

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG is 0.1 mi away from Rio Segundo.

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1223 out of 1678 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1678 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1678 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1678 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1678 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for a quick stay, restaurants and casino outside the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie Reed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the breakfast, and the staff was fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk staff and breakfast area staff. Would definitely stay again. Shuttle also great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, nice room, delicious hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay when you are just coming or going to San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the airport with free shuttle bus service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Arnd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The fruit at the breakfast buffet was second to none, very fresh and very delicious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how modern and clean this hotel is. Seems to be the closest one to the airport, and shuttle was always available.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for transport to the international airport, and great customer service and breakfast in the mornings!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean stay, convenient location by the airport with car rentals a short walk away. Breakfast included was nice and if you have to leave early for the airport they give you a "to-go" bag of snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was the best, clean, close to the airport excellent breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter

Close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean comfortable room, friendly staff and convenient airport shuttl!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel for an early flight. Clean, close to airport and great shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was great. Easy shuttle to SJO
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and location great for airport access— good breakfast— overall a good choine
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room Plentiful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything you'd expect from a holiday inn- clean, comfortable, great breakfast with a mix of Costa Rican and more "American" style options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property with a very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, convenient location with free 24/7 shuttle to airport, free hot breakfast, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gaston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind and courteous staff, clean and decently sized room, great location, and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great airport location. Clean , large room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026