Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near City Mall

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Garden
Property video
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(88 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave (Minifridge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave (Minifridge)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rio Segundo

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG puts you in the centre of Rio Segundo, 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from City Mall and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Juan Santamaría Park. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of 2 meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Cacique hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Central Park and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Juan Santamaria Historical Museum.

What's nearby

  • City Mall - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ojo de Agua Spa Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Costa Rica Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center - 10 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 12 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Britt. Café • Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosti - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Imperial - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near City Mall
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • 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 baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free return 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

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
This property uses solar energy
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. This property uses solar energy. 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG on 28 Oct 2025 start from AU$220.35, including 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.

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

Yep, Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG has a free self car park.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG.

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

Yeah, guests give top marks to the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1137 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1520 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Southlake

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay near SJO airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa, Southlake

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay by the SJO airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

fabiola

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wo close to the airport and our rental car company was across the parking lot. The beds are very comfy and the rooms clean. Breakfast is busy but great.The staff is very hospitable and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

camilo

Disliked: Cleanliness
There was a cockroach in the room the linen was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient to the airport and good for one night if you are transferring through San Jose but doesn't offer much more.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose B

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for being to willing to help us out with our kind request. We had a great stay !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place close to the airport. We usually arrive late, stay here and get an early start to our trip the next morning
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Felix

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of our rooms had a really bad smell, the trash bin was still full from the previous guests, and the bathroom didn't look like it had been cleaned at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the Holiday Inn Express by SJO in Costa Rica and had such a wonderful experience. The beds were unbelievably comfortable — truly some of the best I’ve ever slept on. While the rooms are a bit small, they’re spotless and thoughtfully laid out. The pool is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for a refreshing break in the sun. The true highlight, though, was the breakfast experience — and I say “experience” because it was so much more than just a meal. Raul, the chef, came out to greet each guest with a huge smile and made everyone feel so welcome. The fruit selection included exotic options we weren’t familiar with, and Raul came over to show us how to eat them, turning it into a fun, interactive moment. He even made a banana sculpture that looked like a dolphin — such a sweet and unexpected touch! And the fresh coconut water? What a treat! This level of hospitality is rare and really elevated our stay. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Costa Rica. It’s clean, comfortable, and filled with heart.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oguchi

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kyra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great airport hotel option in San Jose..comfortable beds, quiet so you get a good nights sleep before early travel…and the staff continues to be the best part! From the shuttle driver to the amazing receptionist to the great employee in the gift shop…all smiles and extremely helpful..great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Upulranjan D, Grantham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned property, by the side of the airport, with a free shuttle. Rooms are spacious and clean with a good pool. All members of staff were courteous and attentive. Breakfast buffet was excellent with a lot of local food and exceptional service. Special mention must be made of Raul who was jovial as well as efficient and made us feel as if we were long-lost friends. When I contacted reception to find a place to glue back the sole of one of my shoes which had come off, she rang maintenance and the gentleman who responded offered to do it for me, which he did in a couple of hours. This is what I call exceptional service! Having an Alsama Tours desk was a bonus, the ever efficient Jolene arranging a number of excellent tours for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurelia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

We had a great stay. The guy at the breakfast was really nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. Helpful and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Victor

Travelled with family and small children
G ok y
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard L

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelsey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was the closest room to the lobby and it was terribly loud.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025