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Hotel Alamar

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and shaded seating areas.
Comfortable accommodations feature a neatly made bed with a bedspread, bedside tables, and a headboard.
Relax in a sheltered outdoor seating area with comfortable metal chairs and a bench, surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative palm leaf wall.
Stunning multi-story building with ornate staircases, lush gardens, and decorative railings.
Enjoy a restful stay in this cozy room with a comfortable bed, TV, and thoughtful touches.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Paseo de los Turistas, Puntarenas, Puntarenas
  • Puntarenas Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Puntarenas Marine Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Playa Pochote
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪143 min drive‬

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Room options

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Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi

Family Apartment, 1 Double Bed

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Family Apartment Twin Beds

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Puntarenas

Within a short walk of Puntarenas Beach, Hotel Alamar is within a mile (2 km) of Puntarenas Cathedral. This 34-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Puntarenas Cathedral - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Museo Histórico Marino - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Puntarenas Pier - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Puntarenas Marine Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Playa Pochote - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Isla Coco's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Jorón - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jardin Cervecero - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Takería - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Cueva del Diablo (paseo de los Turistas) - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alamar

Hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Guests staying at Hotel Alamar enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms and laundry facilities.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free international calls, and free local calls.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

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

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Alamar Puntarenas
Alamar Puntarenas
Hotel Alamar Hotel
Hotel Alamar Puntarenas
Hotel Alamar Hotel Puntarenas

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Alamar?

Hotel Alamar provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel Alamar?

This hotel is located in Puntarenas, a short 13-minute walk from Puntarenas Beach and also 19 minutes on foot from Puntarenas Cathedral. You'll also find Puntarenas Pier and Puntarenas Marine Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Alamar?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Alamar include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Alamar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Alamar?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Alamar?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 outdoor pools, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Alamar?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Alamar have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Alamar serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Alamar allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Alamar.

Does Hotel Alamar have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Alamar?

The closest major airport to Hotel Alamar is Tambor (TMU), which is 25.1 mi away (119 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is around 25.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Alamar?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Alamar offer a furnished balcony.

Hotel Alamar Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

DVL, canada

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

Pretty good price quality ratio

Although a fair distance from San Jose airport the location is nice.hotel staff is dedicated and customer oriented for sure.breakfast buffet was excellent and food for dinner very good.for what we paid for we got more than enough.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

Marty N.

Basic accomodation

Noisy outside kitchen ventilation...made for stifling room temperature...friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Beth , Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great overnight spot for catching the Tambor ferry

Arrived rather late in the evening and only spent one night before the ferry ride next morning. Hotel was mostly closed but the night personnel were very helpful. When AC in room was not functioning they gave us another room. Rooms are spacious and ours had a lovely balcony overlooking the pool area. Beds adequate but not great. Best things were the location, beautiful old styling of the hotel with lovely wood and arches, and helpful and friendly staff. Location ideal as its on a quiet section of the beach boardwalk and directly in between the louder central tourist area and the busy ferry waiting area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
We had a room over the kitchen which was very very noisy. Avoid those rooms. Otherwise, the hotel is great location and terrific helpful staff. Nice pool and only across the street from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

San Diegans, Califormia

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

No good

This hotel is located on a very busy road. It is very old, needs a lot of updates.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

4/10 Poor

Chet

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a good beach, hotel adequate

The hotel was uncomfortable and dirty. The staff was very attentive and fixed broken lamps and other things in the room immediately. The beach was covered in trash and broken bottles, not just near the hotel, but across the entire Puntarenas peninsula. Don't go to the beach here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Malissa

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

Clean hotel with hot water!

Clean, comfortable hotel. The only problem was the Internet was not accessible in the room, and we were located on the third floor without an elevator. Hauling suitcases up 3 floors was difficult.

10/10 Excellent

Paul M

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

Nice Stay

Nice stay overall. Good breakfast served each morning but needs a little more variation. Bed was comfortable, but the early morning workers each day are very loud which doesn't allow much sleeping past 6:00 AM. We would definitely return.

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff. Beach was across the street. Mold in bathroom.

8/10 Good

Mom traveling, S

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

Nice view and breakfast

They offer a free breakfast every morning. It was ample. The view from my room was of the ocean.

8/10 Good

Melania, San Jose

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

Nice hotel, close to everything

Close hotel to the beach, restaurants. Nice staff.

6/10 Okay

AliciaTica, NY

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Close to beach and sites but could do better

Overall the stay was pleasant. They staff was nice and room Decent. However it def isn't a 4 or 5 star Hotel... they breakfast was the same everyday and it seems the place hasn't been spruced up in a bit . Overall I would give it a 3.5

10/10 Excellent

SHIRLEY

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

The sea and the beach in front of you!

It's location is excelent! You can enjoy the sea, the beach and the wind, it was wonderful.

4/10 Poor

King David, new jersey

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

Bugs in rooms

The hot water in the bathroom barely got warm. There was bugs coming from several areas in my room. I had to leave my suitcase on the bed so no bugs will get in it. The breakfast was only eggs toast and coffee. The only good thing about this hotel is the location. This is the only hotel in Costa that I gave a bad review.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Air conditioning very bad....

No sleep good one night due to the failure of the air conditioner

8/10 Good

Skip, Newport Beach, CA

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

Nice hotel and staff was friendly

Our first night on our way to Samara, and other beach towns

8/10 Good

Andres, Cartago, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel right in front of the beach

Hotel faciities are very nice, comfortable and clean. There is one medium size pool which is not under direct sun for most part of the day, which is a great advantage (specially if you're staying with kids). There's also a medium size jacuzzi. Rooms are great. Breakfast was delicious. Most of the staff was really nice, although I felt that they need someone taking care of the Bar area as you have to wait a bit for someone to come and take your order.

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

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

Muy bien

Todo excelente. Muy buena ubicacion.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

vero, A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel cerca de la playa

Cerca de la playa con dos piscinas pequeñas pero lindas. Nuestro cuarto pegaba a la cocina del hotel entonces a las 4:30 de la mañana escuchabamos a los cocineros gritando y nos despertaron a todos y el wifi era pésimo pero a excepción de eso es una buena opción si quieres algo cerca del paseo de los turistas
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lo unico fue porque teniamos hambre a las 9:00 p.m. y tuvimos que salir a comprar afuera

8/10 Good

Carlos Daniel

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

hotel limpio y comodo

Lindo hotel, muy cómodo aunque un poco lejos del centro pero servicio de taxis es bueno

6/10 Okay

Alejandra, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bien. Lo incómodo es que no hay ascensor.

Las camas pequeñas para 2 muy incómodo. Son para una persona.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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