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Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Off-street parking available
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May

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Calle Las Américas, Invu Las Cañas 1, Rio Segundo, Alajuela Province, 20101
  • Place, City Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Juan Santamaría Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alajuela Cathedral
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪17 min walk‬

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Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, No Windows

  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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City Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Business Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Rio Segundo

Located in Rio Segundo, Nina´s - Juan Santamaria is in the city centre. City Mall and Plaza Real Cariari are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Parque Viva or National Stadium of Costa Rica. Explore all the area has to offer with skydiving, rock climbing and ziplining.
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What's nearby

  • City Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Plaza Real Alajuela - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Juan Santamaria Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 14 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chili’s Grill & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Novillo Alegre - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway City Mall - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rosti - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

Along with concierge services, this smoke-free apartment building has tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free airport pick-up are also provided. Each apartment offers free WiFi, a rainfall shower and an LED TV with cable channels. Amenities also include free bottled water and a shower.
Nina´s - Juan Santamaria offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Rio Segundo apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 1:30 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property only accepts cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Nina´s - Juan Santamaria pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nina´s - Juan Santamaria?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nina´s - Juan Santamaria on 8 May 2026 start from AU$99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Nina´s - Juan Santamaria?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to 1:30 AM for a fee of USD 10.

What time is check-out at Nina´s - Juan Santamaria?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Nina´s - Juan Santamaria provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request.

Where is Nina´s - Juan Santamaria located?

Located in the heart of Rio Segundo, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from City Mall, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Plaza Real Cariari and Parque Viva. National Stadium of Costa Rica and Sabana Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 78 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A spotless gem minutes from the airport offering incredible value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Althea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was just as good as any other expensive hotel but much cheaper. The rooms were clean and nice and it was easy to walk around the area as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

oleh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is sort of air band no staff no amenities however instructions are clear and easy to follow
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shopping near by
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEFFERSON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
VERY Clean and helpful, I arrived an hour before check-in and was able to get my room right away. City Mall, Wal-Mart, and restaurants are within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

We didn’t even get in… We told her that our flight was getting in at 12:05 AM so we never got to the place till 1 AM. We had no code to get in so basically I lost my money and had to go find another place at that hour of the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I had a great stay at Nina's place. It was close to the airport so it worked out perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Iliana

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort, communication
Breakfast was alright. Customer service is HORRIBLE do not stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great communication, recommend via WhatsApp and great accommodations
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Could be better, but it was fine for a place to sleep and nothing else. The room I bought was supposed to have AC but it did not. Also the shower had some kind of soap but no label on what it was… could have been anything so I didn’t bother using it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The proximity to the airport, the price, the airport shuttle service is what brought me in to put my money down. This place is very clean very quiet and I would stay here again. The next time I come through.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place in a not great neighborhood, but close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet for the area. Took me few turn to find the place but we enjoyed the quietness. Close to the airport. A luggage table would be a nice addition.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bare bones, but the room was clean and the bed comfortable. There was bottled water in the room and a hot shower (which in Costa Rica is not always a given). I was pleased, too, that they did come pick me up at the airport even though my plane arrived after stated shuttle hours.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very helpful!

Great people
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

William

The room was nice and very practical for our needs. The property was difficult to find even with GPS.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

My new fav airport spot!

To add to my previous review, the Dad took me to the airport at 5:45am! He is the sweetest man!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I was not expecting this little gem in the city. Rooms very clean and cozy, family is very nice. Make sure to get the proper address before going to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A convenient smaller property located 5 mins from sjo Airport. Modern and clean rooms, but no a/c. Nice backyard to sit in with cooler air than room. Needs better signage or directions for uber/taxi.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Janet

Disliked: Communication

Hotels.com failure

I did not stay. I was unable to arrange transport from airport even after calling, I took a taxi. I refused to stay because it is located in an unsavory area, looked like a regular house with fences--looked dangerous. Unable to contact Hotels.com for help; unable to cancel. Had taxi take me to a safe hotel where I felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean and quiet sufficient for our short stay. There is a fair amount of traffic noise, which was workable. The main problem was the pair of barking dogs also staying in the building. They barked loudly every 30-60 minutes all night long. It was not a restful night of sleep for us and would likely deter us from returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room with no window about the size of a king size bed. Hard to find no signage. With help of neighbours were able to find address but it took a while to get host to respond, ended up we were standing out front still unsure of location. Found out we were given wrong room, as another guest was also confused .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
No one was there cab driver could not find. I had no way to get ahold of anyone. I had to find another hotel. This is a bad way to run a business. I will be asking for a refund.Not sure this place is real.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort, communication

Scam

Not responsive host - sent several messages including through hotels.com. One link in confirmation message pointed out the wrong location. Fee transfer in confirmation message but I still had to pay 10 USD for the very short ride to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Room comfort

Not what we expected. We won't go back.

First of all, this is not a hotel, it's a collection of bedrooms. There is a shared fridge out in the back and a small back yard, although no chairs to sit out there. Our room, with one double bed was very small, with no place to put anything - no shelf, no table, and only a couple of hooks on the walls. We had only one small suitcase. If you are traveling with a large suitcase or several pieces of luggage, you'll have difficulty. The room had one window which looked out into the garage. A vehicle arrived in the night and parked with its headlights inches away from the window. The place was hard to find because you have to find the number, there are no signs. The staff were very responsive, though, when we had a maintenance issue. The room was spotlessly clean, and the bed was very comfortable. The area was fine to walk during the day, but we were warned not to be out past 10 pm. Although it looks close to the large mall, the mall is not easily accessible because of a large highway in between. Although it seems close the the airport, with traffic the drive actually took 20-25 minutes. All in all, quite overpriced for what it is.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023