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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose Airport: Traveler Reviews

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Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Alajuela 1017, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2012
Chris R New York City, New York
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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New York City, New York
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15 reviews 15 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Kindness abounded in clean, neat hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2012

We stayed for only one night here, but when our flight was delayed for five hours out of DFW, the staff waited with my wife, who was already there and waiting for me and my two sons to arrive and made a special shuttle trip to get us. After 9 hours in an airport and another three hours on a plane, that kindness was not wasted on us.

The hotel is tidy and provides a big breakfast of eggs, cereals, sausage, waffles, fruit and some if the best coffee on the planet. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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maucrc, Guest Relations Manager at Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose Airport, responded to this review
January 9, 2013
Thank you for you time visiting our TripAvisor profile.

Here at Hampton we understand the needs of our guests and we encourage our team to give the best service in every detail. Thank you for your comments related with our breakfast area, part of our commitment is to provide you and your family with quality items and fresh local products.

We are looking forward to the opportuniy to serve your next visit to Costa Rica.
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Los Angeles
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34 reviews 34 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Neat and clean stop”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 21, 2012

We flew in at 9PM and stayed at Hampton's overnight before taking off in a car to three destinations. I'be stayed here once before and it's as clean and efficient as I remember it. Everything is spotless and the staff very friendly. The morning breakfast which is included has lots of choices and is perfect for a quick morning bite, I think the eating area has been redone it looks new. The bed and pillows were a bit hard for our liking but that was the sole negative. None the less I'd stay here for a night again.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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maucrc, Guest Relations Manager at Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose Airport, responded to this review
December 24, 2012
Dear Summit 4321,

Greetings from Hampton Inn & Suites staff.

Thank you for your visit to our TripAdvisor profile. Your feedback is very important for the entire staff, this give us the opportunity to improve in every detail.

We are happy to know you found convenient our location and facilities. Thank you again for your review. We look forward to be your hotel in next visit to Costa Rica.

Best regards,
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loomis ca
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110 reviews 110 reviews
51 hotel reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
“Efficient, clean, nice breakfast”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 20, 2012

We stayed two nights, arrival and night before departure home.
What we liked:
Frequent free shuttle service to and from airport-every 10-15 minutes. Hotel 5 minutes from the airport.
Generous breakfast complete with hot food items and fresh fruit. Staff kept buffet service area very clean.
Breakfast bag to go for those with early flights, beginning at 530am.
Nice to have refrigerator and microwave in the rooms
Comfy beds, nice linens
Free wifi in the guest rooms and free use of computers in business center
What we didn't like
No restaurant on site. Two nearby options within walking distance leave alot to be desired. We chose Denny's and paid over $30 for 2 chicken sandwiches and two diet cokes. Mediocre food, high prices. The chicken restaurant close by looked like modified fast food but we didn't dine there.
Need better communication regarding Costa Rica departure tax. There is a kiosk inside the hotel selling this for $32 per person, but if you purchase at the airport it is $28. The $4 service fee per person seems a bit much. Very easy and fast to purchase at the airport, even with a line. They prefer US$, but will accept colones.
Would we stay again? Absolutely. Unless there is a reason to stay in San Jose it is much easier to find your way out of town from this area.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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maucrc, Guest Relations Manager at Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose Airport, responded to this review
December 23, 2012
Dear ernieLoomisCa,

Warm greetings from Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Costa Rica!

We want to thank you for your visit to our TripAdvisors profile. We are happy to know that we were a nice part of your trip in Costa Rica. Our main goal is to provide you with clean rooms, complemented with a friendly service and facilites. It always important to receive feedback from our guests, that give us the chance to improve everyday.

We hope to have the opportuty to help you in your future stays in Costa Rica.

Best regards,
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Convenient Airport Hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2012

We needed a place to stay after getting in late in San Jose and taking an internal flight from Sansa early the next morning. Inexpensive, clean, great complimentary breakfast, and very quick and frequent airport shuttle. Couldn't have been better for what we needed it to be.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Halifax, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Recommend this hotel highly”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 18, 2012

We stayed at this hotel on the recommendation of a friend who travels to CostaRica regularly, and I'm glad that we took her advice. We flew in late at night, and had no trouble finding the hotel shuttle at the airport. Within minutes, we were checking in at the hotel. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the hotel, including the room, was spotless and modern. Our room was designed to accommodate people with wheelchairs, so of course it was large and roomy. Pleasant surprise: international calls (Canada and US) are free from your room, so you can call home to say "we arrived!" before continuing on your Costa Rican adventure. The complimentary breakfast is, as we've come to expect from Hampton Inn, way more extensive than "continental". All in all, a great way to start our vacation. We'll be back on our way home.

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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maucrc, Guest Relations Manager at Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose Airport, responded to this review
December 23, 2012
Dear Sandra A.


Thank you for your comments.

I am gland to know that you found convenient our location, services and facilities.
In the name of the entire staff we thank your friend for recommending to you, this comments encourage us to bring our best everyday.

I am happy to know that you were able to call back home with our free international phone calls facility. It is our pleasure to be part of your experience in our country.

We are going to be waiting for you with a smile and a friendly service in your way back to home.

Best wishes during your trip in Costa Rica.
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Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton San Jose Airport Costa Rica/Alajuela
Address: Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Alajuela 1017, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Alajuela > Alajuela
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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#1 Business Hotels in Alajuela
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
An airport hotel with everything you need...welcome to the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San José - Airport. If you're looking for a hotel in the Central Valley, home of San José, Costa Rica’s capital city, look no further. Our Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton™ is the most conveniently located hotel in the area, just five minutes away from the International Airport, one block away from rental car return centers, and with easy access the Inter-American Highway (which transports you to beautiful beaches, national parks, and free trade areas). ... more   less 
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