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A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

A wooden door with a sign reading "CORCOVADO," a bench with a quilted cushion, and potted plants in a courtyard.

A wooden table with blue placemats, a bench, and a view of lush greenery through a barred window.

An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture, a brick wall, and a window with a view of the sky.

1. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Bajo Cornizal, 1.1 km from City Mall

Manon

₩53,032

₩59,926 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A corridor with tiled flooring, doors on both sides, and a view of an outdoor area with a table and chairs through an open door at the end.

A courtyard with patterned tiles, a stone bench, and potted plants.

A modern building with a curved glass facade and a statue of a person on a pedestal.

A building with a beige facade, a large garage door, and a sign with 'VELAZ' and a fleur-de-lis symbol.

2. Velaz Guesthouse

La Agonía, 1.7 km from City Mall

VERONICA

₩61,122

₩69,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A hammock swing with a metal frame and netting, set against a backdrop of greenery and a clear sky.

A cozy outdoor seating area with a hammock, a checkered table, and a bar with a variety of bottles.

A glass table with two white chairs and a woven placemat, set against a backdrop of sheer curtains and a grey drape.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, two bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

3. Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

2.5 km from City Mall

Jocelyn

₩72,730

₩82,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A lush indoor garden with dense foliage and a wooden walkway.

A garden area with a stone pathway, a table, and chairs.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a blue barrel. There are chairs and a table in the dining area.

A café with wooden walls, a coffee machine, a blue barrel, and a table with chairs.

4. Terida Airport B&B

2.6 km from City Mall

Alex

₩77,132

₩87,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

5. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

0.4 km from City Mall

Gregory

₩135,981

₩153,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A checkered table set outdoors with breakfast items including toast, eggs, fruit, and beverages.

A pathway leading to a building with a tiled roof and a covered porch.

A room with a bed, a wooden bench, a small table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a window with curtains.

A pool area with stone flooring, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with outdoor seating.

6. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

2.4 km from City Mall

nadia

₩101,878

₩115,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A corridor with a wall-mounted light fixture, a potted plant, and a view into a dining area with tables and chairs.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a sink.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a dome and columns, surrounded by palm trees and a parking lot.

7. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía, 1.6 km from City Mall

Laura

₩112,199

₩126,785 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A well-lit outdoor patio area with string lights, a small table, and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a grassy lawn.

A hallway with a blue door, a white-framed window, and potted plants.

A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread, a basket of towels, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

A covered outdoor area with steps leading to a gated entrance, surrounded by potted plants and a clear sky.

8. Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel

La Agonía, 1.5 km from City Mall

malcolm

₩57,249

₩64,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, a wall-mounted elevator, and decorative wall art.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

9. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

1.8 km from City Mall

Juan

₩153,457

₩173,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

A hotel with a sign reading "LAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House".

A narrow outdoor corridor with a wooden door, a small table and chairs, and hanging flower baskets.

A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging wine glasses, and tropical fruits like bananas and pineapple.

10. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús, 1.5 km from City Mall

Kirsti

₩35,442

₩49,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.

11. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

1.8 km from City Mall

Nidia

₩142,713

₩161,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

A wooden dining table with benches in a room with a tiled floor and a wooden door.

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with blue cushions, a wooden bench, and a staircase with a railing.

A neatly made bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread, a wooden door, and a white closet with louvered doors.

12. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Bajo Cornizal, 1.1 km from City Mall

michael

₩42,623

₩71,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

13. Toucan Hostel

1.4 km from City Mall

Matt

₩41,499

₩46,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

14. Hotel Mango

2 km from City Mall

Robert

₩119,152

₩134,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.

15. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos, 0.1 km from City Mall

Nicole

₩149,041

₩168,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A small building with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A building with a central arched entrance, surrounded by a garden with palm trees and a paved walkway.

16. Hacienda Escondida

2.8 km from City Mall

Dana A

₩117,536

₩132,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious room with large windows, a staircase, and wicker furniture.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A covered outdoor seating area with bamboo furniture, surrounded by potted plants and a view of a lush garden.

17. Trapp Family Country Inn

1.7 km from City Mall

Nancy

₩119,778

₩135,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A room with wicker furniture, a wooden cabinet, and hanging plants.

A modern interior with a dining area, a living room, and a kitchen.

A cozy indoor space with hanging plants, a floral sofa, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A dining area with wooden chairs, a yellow table, and a potted orchid.

18. Casa Maria Airport B&B

2.7 km from City Mall

Celeste

₩111,074

₩125,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a TV. There is a large painting on the wall and a fountain in the background.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a wooden chair, a large vase, a framed painting, and a potted plant.

A room with a thatched ceiling, wicker furniture, and a variety of indoor plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

19. 1915 Hotel

Corazón de Jesús, 1.7 km from City Mall

Jose

₩83,393

₩94,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A small patio area with a bench, potted plants, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A wooden staircase leading to a red wall, a glass door, and wicker chairs near a table.

A modern interior with a long wooden table, wicker chairs, and bright orange seating.

20. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

0.7 km from City Mall

Lam

₩113,075

₩134,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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Compare popular hotels close to City Mall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose	9.8 Exceptional 254 reviews	View
Velaz Guesthouse	9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews	View
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia	9.8 Exceptional 202 reviews	View
Terida Airport B&B	9.6 Exceptional 301 reviews	View
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela	9.4 Exceptional 1,190 reviews	View

Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent

"hotel mango is a slice of heaven"

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Personal amable, servicial y atento."

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location near the airport Comfortable Great shuttle service Will book there again for sure:)"

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great experience for me something economical safe convenient and clean"

Toucan Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, comfortable room, staff was outstanding!!!!!"

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

10/10 Excellent

"Atención amable y personalizada y te ofrecen traslado al aeropuerto por 8 dólares. Excelente todo"

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place si relaxing and welcoming"

Other attractions near City Mall

A statue of a soldier holding a sword and a cannon in a square with flags and a building in the background.

Juan Santamaría Park

8.2/10 (225 reviews)

Juan Santamaría Park is just one of the places to see in Alajuela, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A historic church with a red roof and two bell towers, surrounded by a dense urban area with various buildings and a distant mountain range.

Alajuela Cathedral

8.8/10 (190 reviews)

Alajuela Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Alajuela, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Monserrat Sports Complex

Catch an event at Monserrat Sports Complex during your trip to Rio Segundo. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Plaza Real Alajuela

8.6/10 (147 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Plaza Real Alajuela during your visit to Alajuela. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Central Park

8.4/10 (246 reviews)

After visiting Central Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Central Market Alajuela

8.4/10 (178 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Central Market Alajuela during your visit to Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Juan Santamaria Historical Museum

8.4/10 (132 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Juan Santamaria Historical Museum in Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Iglesia La Agonía

8.2/10 (60 reviews)

After visiting Iglesia La Agonía, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Mall?

City Mall is located in a welcoming area of Alajuela known for its array of dining options and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 101 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near City Mall?

Adjacent to City Mall, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall and Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela.

How many hotels can I expect to find near City Mall?

Expedia has 101 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from City Mall.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Mall, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near City Mall.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near City Mall?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near City Mall, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near City Mall?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Juan Santamaría Park, Central Park, and Parque de Perros San Rafael. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Ojo de Agua Spa Park, Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center, and Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm. Looking for a little shopping break? A trip to Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center, Momentum Lindora Shopping Center, and Plaza Real Cariari might be just the ticket while you're in the area around City Mall.

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Our top choices for City Mall hotels

1. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

2. Velaz Guesthouse

3. Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

4. Terida Airport B&B

5. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

6. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

7. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

8. Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel

9. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

11. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

12. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

13. Toucan Hostel

14. Hotel Mango

15. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

16. Hacienda Escondida

17. Trapp Family Country Inn

18. Casa Maria Airport B&B

19. 1915 Hotel

20. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Compare popular hotels close to City Mall

Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

Hotel Mango

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Toucan Hostel

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Other attractions near City Mall

Juan Santamaría Park

Alajuela Cathedral

Monserrat Sports Complex

Plaza Real Alajuela

Central Park

Central Market Alajuela

Juan Santamaria Historical Museum

Iglesia La Agonía

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