Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, San José

3.8 (14 reviews) · Comfort
Contemporary airport hotel offering free shuttle service, two outdoor pools, and a restaurant

Overview

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San José Aeropuerto is a basic, modern hotel located across the street from the National Convention Center and a 10-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport (there's a free shuttle service). The hotel provides simple yet comfortable rooms and a complimentary hot breakfast starting at 6:00 am. Other amenities include two outdoor pools, a fitness center, a restaurant, and a lobby bar. Bar La Terraza is perfect for drinks and happy hour specials, while Mambi Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with outdoor dining.

Kimkim's Take

Pros
  • You'll appreciate the convenience of the free shuttle service from the airport to the hotel, operating from 6:30 am until 11:30 pm every hour.
  • The hotel's location is ideal for travelers, 10 minutes from the airport.
  • The hotel has a few nice amenities, including a fitness center and two outdoor pools.
  • Start your day with a complimentary, hot breakfast featuring signature waffles, starting at 6:30 am and running until 10 am if you have a later flight. 
  • Mambi Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers traditional Costa Rican dishes plus outdoor seating on a terrace near the garden and pool area.
  • Bar La Terraza offers daily happy hour specials, including two-for-one local beers.
Cons
  • Some guests have mentioned that the rooms can be a bit noisy due to thin walls. 
  • While the hotel is close to the airport, it's not very close to the city, but a 20-minute drive will get you to the downtown area.

Authenticity

The Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San José Aeropuerto, feels like most Radisson hotels. It's a modern property that doesn't feature much history or authenticity, but you can enjoy relaxing gardens by the pool, which channels Costa Rican vibes. The restaurant also serves traditional Costa Rican fare.

Location

The hotel is conveniently located near the airport, making it an ideal choice for travelers needing a place to stay before or after a flight. A quick 10-minute drive gets you to the terminal, and the hotel offers a free shuttle service. If you'd like to explore downtown San José, expect about a 20-minute ride. 

Rooms & Bathrooms

The rooms at the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson are designed for comfort and convenience. You can choose from various room types, including options with one king bed, two double beds, and one-bedroom apartments. All rooms are air-conditioned with purely functional decor and bathrooms.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +506 22392272
Hotel address icon Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ciudad Cariari
Free parking
Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Proximity to Airport

The hotel is conveniently located near the airport, making it a good choice for travelers catching flights. Several reviews mentioned it as a suitable place for transitioning in or out of the country. (4 mentions)

Miranda
“Good option near the airport.”  — Miranda S.
Joyce
“It was a perfect place for me to stay for one night when my vacation ended and needed to catch an airplane the next day.”  — Joyce C.
Tara
“A great place to stay before a flight.”  — Tara Z.
Nearby Stores and Restaurants

There are grocery stores and various restaurants within walking distance of the hotel, providing convenient dining and shopping options for guests. (2 mentions)

Miranda
“There was also a grocery store and a handful of restaurants to walk to nearby.”  — Miranda S.
Nina
“the location was nice for proximity to stores/restaurants/etc”  — Nina M.
Convenient Location

The hotel's location is praised for its convenience, being close to stores, restaurants, and other amenities. (2 mentions)

Joyce
“This was a good place to stay as you were making the transition in or out of the country.”  — Joyce C.
Nina
“Convenient hotel location with plenty of amenities.”  — Nina M.
Comfortable for Short Stays

The hotel is described as a comfortable place to stay for short durations, especially for those needing a quick overnight stay before a flight. (1 mention)

Tara
“comfortable”  — Tara Z.

Traveler Reviews

14 total ratings, 7 with reviews
3.8
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
3.5
Location
3.8
Staff
4.3
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.1
Juan
Juan R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 15, 2024
We only stayed one night, but the rooms had ample space, were comfortable and clean. Breakfast service was good, with plenty of options and the staff was friendly as it was professional. Read more

We only stayed one night, but the rooms had ample space, were comfortable and clean. Breakfast service was good, with plenty of options and the staff was friendly as it was professional.

Authenticity & Character
Pretty average, but not bad for a short stay.
Location
Close to the airport, but about 30 minutes away from the capital's downtown.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The only aspect i would recommend, is to install extractors in the bathrooms.
Stayed in July 2024
Terry
Terry M.
North Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024
This was a dumpy old hotel. Horrible food and beverage selections. Do not recommend. Read more

This was a dumpy old hotel. Horrible food and beverage selections. Do not recommend.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2024
Miranda
Miranda S.
Canada | Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024
Good option near the airport. There was also a grocery store and a handful of restaurants to walk to nearby. Read more

Good option near the airport. There was also a grocery store and a handful of restaurants to walk to nearby.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in February 2024
THOMAS
THOMAS R.
Coeur d'Alene, ID | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2023
Average and close to the airport Read more

Average and close to the airport

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2023
Joyce
Joyce C.
San Mateo, CA | Reviewed on Mar 21, 2023
This was a good place to stay as you were making the transition in or out of the country. It was a perfect place for me to stay for one night when my vacation ended and needed to catch an airplane the next day. Read more

This was a good place to stay as you were making the transition in or out of the country. It was a perfect place for me to stay for one night when my vacation ended and needed to catch an airplane the next day.

Authenticity & Character
Exactly what I would expect from a Raddison hotel
Location
Close to the airport with an airport shuttle service
Staff
Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room was clean and well maintained.
Stayed in March 2023
Tara
Tara Z.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Mar 01, 2023
This hotel was perfectly fine for what we needed. Nothing too fancy, but comfortable. A great place to stay before a flight. Read more

This hotel was perfectly fine for what we needed. Nothing too fancy, but comfortable. A great place to stay before a flight.

Authenticity & Character
Kind of a chain/corporate feel, but fine.
Location
Near airport
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in February 2023
Nina
Nina M.
Bremerton, WA | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2022
Convenient hotel location with plenty of amenities. Room was kind of loud (thin walls?) But the location was nice for proximity to stores/restaurants/etc Read more

Convenient hotel location with plenty of amenities. Room was kind of loud (thin walls?) But the location was nice for proximity to stores/restaurants/etc

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in December 2021

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +506 22392272
Hotel address icon Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ciudad Cariari
Free parking