Hotels in Alajuela, Costa Rica
Alajuela, located in Costa Rica's central highlands near San José, is famous for its coffee plantations and the active Poás Volcano. The climate is mild year-round, averaging 22°C (72°F), with a dry season from December to April perfect for hiking to the volcano's crater and a rainy season from May to November that brings lush greenery and cheaper rates on coffee farm tours. During the dry months, you can watch the volcano's bubbling sulfuric lake, while the wet season offers fewer crowds and vibrant birdwatching along the Río Grande tributaries.