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Hotel Eskalima

3.0 star property
City centre Carmen hotel with restaurant
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Interior
Lobby
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Air Conditioning)
Property amenity
Property amenity

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport drop-off service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • DVD player
  • Premium bedding

Room options

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Economy Double Room, 2 Single Beds (With Fan)

Economy Double Room, 2 Single Beds (With Fan)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (With Fan)

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (With Fan)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds (Air Conditioning)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds (Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Air Conditioning)

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Air Conditioning)

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds (Air Conditioning)

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds (Air Conditioning)

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds (Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds (With Fan)

Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds (With Fan)

Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds (With Fan)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Cuadruple (Air Conditioning)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Cuadruple (Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Avenida 3ra, Calles 10 y 12, 50m East from Pizza Hut calle ancha, Alajuela, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Central Market Alajuela - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • City Mall - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ojo de Agua Spa Park - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 9 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 30 min drive
  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 19 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 22 min drive
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 23 min drive
  • Airport drop-off service

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Pollo Parrillero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antojeria Tica - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Parrillita de Pepe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kurcuma Artisanal Food - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Eskalima

Located just 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from the airport, Hotel Eskalima offers drop-off service (available 24 hours). Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9 AM.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 17 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 AM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport drop-off on request(available 24 hours a day)*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 8.00 per vehicle

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Hotel Eskalima Alajuela
Hotel Eskalima
Eskalima Alajuela
Eskalima
Hotel Eskalima Costa Rica/Alajuela
Hotel Eskalima Hotel
Hotel Eskalima Alajuela
Hotel Eskalima Hotel Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hotel Eskalima?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Eskalima?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Eskalima?
Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is USD 8.00 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Eskalima?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 AM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Eskalima?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (5-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (9-min drive) are both nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Eskalima?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Eskalima like?
Hotel Eskalima is in Carmen, a short 9-minute drive from San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) and 5 minutes' walk from Central Market Alajuela.

Hotel Eskalima Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The people there are very sweet very honest the parking is very private close door all the way. Many places to eat around walking distance 2 or 3 minutes away
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Authentic Costa Rican Experience
The rooms were perfect for our family! The staff was very friendly and helpful. It was great to have the rental car put in their gated parking lot. The breakfast was great! There is a cute park across the street and many stores and restaurants in the area. It was nice to not be in a touristy area. There were some panhandlers that were a bit pestering in the park when walking, but it was great to have a authentic city experience in Costa Rica. The people in the area businesses were all very friendly.
Ramona, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

One relaxing night
Our one night stay was nice before boarding out early the next day. Everyone was nice and made sure we had everything we need. We even got the chance to walk in the park.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great location everything was great..
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

early morning flight
good for a one nighter
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Room was very comfortable with AC, flat screen tv, mini fridge...excellent free breakfast at attached restaurant. Staff were very helpful and pleasant. You do need to request a room with AC otherwise you get a fan. AC was an additional $9 per night.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

good experience
Great and friendly staff and service. I Left too early for complimentary breakfast so they made me a sandwich to take at 3:30 AM. Very comfortable bed. They neighbourhood was quiet and safe.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice, clean hotel with great staff!
Make sure you get an ac room because none of the rooms have windows to the outside, and they are very stuffy. But the ac room is fantastic, clean, well maintained and with great hot water pressure! The staff is very friendly, and the breakfast that’s included is yummy. The shuttle to the airport takes 5-7 minutes and costs $6.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Would book again due to location
very good as it is close to airport, staff is really nice and also responses to emails in fast manner. breakfast good, a nice costa rican.
Klemen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

They called daily to ask if I wanted room cleaned. Once I said yes and they did a no show. Staff were pretty nice. Food in area was poor chooses. They kept things tidy and secure. Good budget hotel. They need thicker windows in room as noise was easy to come through.
Paul, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, affordable, breakfasty hotel near SJO
Super nice staff. Comfortable. Very convenient to SJO airport ($3 uber ride, $10 in regular orange taxi), excellent breakfast and convenient to food and other services in Alajuela.
Justin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good Hotel For A Night In Alajuela
Stayed here for a night before heading on to La Fortuna. The hotel was nice, the staff were friendly, and they feed you an authentic Costa Rican breakfast the next morning. Traffic in Alajuela is very heavy, so just park on the sidewalk in front of the hotel when you arrive. The desk can then open the gate to to parking lot and you can pull your car in there. Alajuela is VERY non touristy- meaning you get to see what Costa Rican culture is really like. Spending an afternoon wandering Alajuela's streets and eating with the locals you see a side of Costa Rica more authentic than if you only stay at the popular tourist destinations.
1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

6/10 Good

Your not paying for the Ritz
Clean older hotel in the heart of town. Staff was accommodating. Complimentary breakfast was good.
murrey, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Very small
First when I called they gave me bad directions on how to park, second when I did it was very small place to park, when you get out you have drive backwards too the street in a busy street very crazy and scary situation! Now the room. Very small with only a ceiling fan very hot inside not a great night of sleep for me!
Jimmy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Never made it inside
By the time we landed in San Jose and picked up our rental car it was around 11pm. We drove to Alajuela and the little town seemed shut down, bars on windows, lights off. We tried to feel hopeful on the way to Eskalima but we were left disappointed and confused. No lights to indicate it was open and all the bars were closed. We felt uncomfortable in the neighbourhood and were unaware there was a doorbell we were supposed to ring to be let in. We chose to stay elsewhere.
desirae, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Not accessible
room was tiny but clean. a/c was fine. but asked for a room on the first floor as there were several with the doors open and empty, clean and ready to go. I check in with 3 bags a cane and a prophetic leg and ask for ground floor. they proceed to put me on the 3rd floor and no elevator. then they state on page that there is an airport shuttle which there is not. not a happy disabled guy...
larry potter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great value
The hotel staff was very accommodating and even had breakfast prepared for us even though we were checking out at 5am!!! I would stay here again.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Real Life in the City
If you like to experience the real action of Costa Ricans, this is the place where you should stay. The hotel is in the center of the city. A lot of interactions going on. The market is in walking distance, the park, the so many stores and businesses, the restaurants and not to forget this is close to the airport. Their parking lot is next to the hotel building and we felt that the guests are very secured. Although a bit noisy because it is in the city, we felt there is peace in staying there.
Romy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and location
Some of the most helpful staff you will find anywhere. Excellent breakfast and when I left early on my last day they prepared sandwiches for me to take with me. They also were very helpful in storing a bag for me when i went traveling for a week. The hotel is just a couple of blocks from the bus station if you are using buses and there's a great restaurant diagonally opposite on the other side of the park which faces the hotel. Lot of shops cafes and restaurants in walking distance. The rooms were decent and clean and overall it was a great experience whether you are staying a few days or just staying overnight to use the airport, which is very close. There's also a free car-park on site.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great employees
I had a great experience here. Nice clean place. The towels were crap. They were so accommodating. I had a really early flight and they had breakfast ready for me a 4am. Love the people.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Incredible and accomodating staff
Needed to book a quick hotel at a moment's notice when our flight home was cancelled due to volcanic ash. We booked at noon and arrived shortly afterwards. The staff allowed us to check-in early which saved our butts since we didn't want to be walking around for a couple hours with all our luggage. Our dilemma was that our new flight was scheduled at 1am the following morning - but had the potential to ALSO be cancelled if the volcano hadn't calmed down a bit, so we asked the staff if it were possible to leave our set of keys with the front desk, and check-out over the phone at the airport once we had official word the flight was actually going to leave. If that flight was cancelled as well, then we'd just come back to the hotel and spend the night. Luckily we finally boarded at 12:30am and I was able to call back and release the room. I can only imagine how stressed we would have been if the staff had not been so accommodating. Also - my Spanish is pretty basic, but both staff members spoke English very well - there was no issue with communication.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Convenient for price
Ad listed gym being available - no such thing, which was a disappointment. Single bed room was very small. Convenient common areas to sit and talk/relax. Walking distance to good food/coffee shops. Secured parking area, although it is a pain to get in and out of.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Central convenience but many issues
Central city convenience and secure parking but many issues with our stay. Somehow got a room without AC when I was booking the room, pretty sure it wasn't my oversight but the manager on duty did get us switched to a room with AC. Free airport shuttle as advertised misleading as after the booking it is indicated that the shuttle is not free unless included in the fees when you booked the hotel, but this option was not given. $10 cost when we were brought to the airport. Shower leaked like a sieve practically flooding the bathroom floor and the water actually got beneath the bathroom walls and into the living area. This issue was brought to the attention of the manager upon our checkout. The secure parking area next door and the breakfast provided were the best parts of the stay.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great home base or short stay before your flight!
The wifi was pretty spotty and a chatty gentleman prevented me from enjoying the beautiful tables set up outside the rooms on the ground level, but overall I think this would be a great landing pad for exploring the city. There are buses nearby, it's close enough to the airport to catch a cheap cab or Uber, and the staff is very friendly and helpful.
Verified Hotels.com guest review