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Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial hotel near Central Park, connected to a shopping center

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Hotel Catedral Casa Bonj features a simple, symmetrical facade with a central entrance.
Guests can dine in comfort at this elegant space, surrounded by artwork and natural light.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, a comfortable chair, and a sliding door leading to an outdoor area.
Stunning views of a charming church and garden from the balcony.
Experience the rich heritage of our hotel at the reception area, where a coat of arms and framed awards showcase our history and achievements.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Ave 1, Calle 1, Alajuela, alajuela, 20101
  • Alajuela Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Juan Santamaría Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • City Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Alajuela

Agonía stay.With a stay at this Agonía hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Central Park and 2 miles (3 km) of City Mall. Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center is within 6 miles (10 km) and Amusement Park San Jose is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Alajuela Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • City Mall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 16 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Hendija Sabrosa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Tortilleria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jalapeños Central - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo

3-star Colonial hotel near Central Park, connected to a shopping center
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo.

This Colonial Alajuela hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2010
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo offers 10 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. 19-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. This Alajuela hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 10 per night)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 19-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per night

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Catedral Casa Cornejo
Catedral Casa Cornejo Alajuela
Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo
Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo Alajuela
Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo Costa Rica/Alajuela
Catedral Casa Cornejo Alajuela
Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo Hotel
Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo Alajuela
Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo Hotel Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo to the airport?

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo is 2 mi (4-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 10 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo offer free breakfast?

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo offers free continental breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo have a pool?

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo have a restaurant?

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo is home to Cafeteria Dona Nidia, which features local cuisine.

Does Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo to downtown Alajuela?

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo is 0.1 mi away from Alajuela.

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 217 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the view of the Cathedral and the psrk beyond ...
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Extremely basic. We wanted something close to the airport for one night. Got that. Basic breakfast. Good staff. Not much in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They are in the middle of renovations but the staff more than made up for any inconveniences.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Excellent service

The woman at the front desk was incredibly nice, even after I missed the breakfast period she offered to make me anything I wanted free of charge and gave great advice for things to see around town. There were renovations going on so not all of the amenities were available, but the staff did everything they could to make up for it. The location was perfect for sight seeing. The room was small, but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice inside, newly painted. Very clean. Breakfast was awesome. But what really setcthis place apart were Mario who checked my son and I in and Juan who personally gave us our wake up call at 4am, made us breakfast and then stepped outside to wait for our cab that he called. It felt like we were guests in their home, especially when Juan was cooking for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Didn't need to go to San Jose

Great place to stay after landing at at the San Jose airport. Caught the bus to Jaco the next morning. Elizabeth was a great help getting us started on our first Costa Rican trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remodeling is in progress and the room had new paint, but it was lacking some very basic, inexpensive things that guests expect: a luggage rack (or at least a chair) to get luggage off the floor; a rack with hangers (or at least a hook) to hang clothes; reading lights for the beds (or at least a lamp on the nightstand); a cup or glass to drink out of in the bathroom. TV was not working properly. The locks are old and the attendant must let guests in and out the front door. Not recommended for anyone with a car; there is no hotel parking, and the parking situation in downtown Alajuela is very bad. However, taxi to airport is inexpensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elisa the day staff was a gem of a person who did all she could to make our stay pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mads, Bocas Del Torro, Panama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mario was extremely helpful and kind. We left something behind, called and asked if we could pick it up in a month, and he held it for us!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sapna

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

Nice Neighbourhood - Really amazing service!

This place is located in a quiet neighbourhood. I made the mistake of booking on the wrong day and showed up at 2 AM from my flight. They were extremely accommodating and changed my reservations. Not only that but they accommodated an additional friend with and gave them a room on the spot. I was extremely pleased with their customer service and hospitality. Breakfast was great and room was nice. Perfect cozy spot for friends or couples. I would definitely go again here just for their service!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Airport layover

Wonderful staff, welcoming, friendly and extremely helpful. Fantastic location easy access to San Jose International.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Noisy, stuffy room

My room was a stuffy, windowless cave on the first floor. There was frequently lots of noise from the lobby outside.Their credit card reader was broken, luckily I had enough cash on hand. The first shower I took didn't have hot water, the second had some, but it ran out pretty quickly. Breakfast was good, cooked to order, probably the only redeeming thing. Location next to the park is nice. Wifi was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Emma, California

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It is in the middle of downtown so close to food and shopping but all a lot of ongoing traffic. The place needs upgraded floor and bathroom. The room is decent nothing fancy. you get what you pay for
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela, United States

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

Nice Hotel close to Airport

This hotel is basic and and slightly outdated but feels safe and comfortable, very close to airport, $6 in a taxi
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in May 2018

2/10 Terrible

Brian, Milwaukee

Disliked: Staff & service

Don't Get Double-Charged

The worker at the front desk was shockingly rude, and tried to make me pay for the room in cash, even though I had already paid via Expedia. He finally gave me a key, but it was too a small basic room, when I had paid for a larger balcony room. When I went back to the desk, he again tried to make me pay cash for the 'upgrade.' Not sure if this was a scam or just terrible record-keeping. It was eventually sorted out, but it was not a pleasant experience. The rooms was small and basic - not great, but not terrible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very mean experience! We had to stay at the midle of the street !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

Celimo Edgardo Zuniga

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor management

Not clean room and bathroom. I notice they have a restaurant, but they don’t have milk or cream for the coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not recommend

This is a good location, however our room was not clean. The bathroom had not been cleaned and the sheets were not laundered.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness

Excellent location, cleanliness issues

Stained blankets, hairy pillow covers

6/10 Okay

Diego, Chicago

Disliked: Room comfort

ok, 4 one night

not a terrible place to stay, just is not very well kept & sort of in decay, but people @ desk were nice & acomedating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018