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City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Costa Rica Convention Center

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A modern office space with a large window, a desk with computers, two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the orange wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen counter.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and lush greenery.
A lobby with a large orange wall, a modern art piece, and a reception desk.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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DIAGONAL TO THE CARIARI CORPORATE CENTER, HEREDIA, 40101, COSTA RICA, DIAGONAL TO THE CARIARI CORPORATE CENTER, HEREDIA, 40101, COSTA RICA, Ulloa, Heredia, 40101
  • Place, Plaza Real Cariari
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cariari Golf Course
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Costa Rica Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a chair, and a window with a city view.

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, a television, and a mirror.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen counter.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, a TV, and a large window with a view of buildings and mountains.

Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Plaza Real Cariari - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casino Fiesta Heredia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cariari Bowling Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cariari Golf Course - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Costa Rica Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Deck Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Las Tejas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Giorgio's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Novillo Alegre - ‬11 min walk

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Frequently asked questions

How close is City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica to the airport?

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica is 7.5 mi (35-min drive) away from the San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica?

As of Oct 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica on Nov 1, 2026 start from $82, 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.

Does City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica.

Does City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica offer free breakfast?

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (7-min walk) and Casino Fiesta (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica have a pool?

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica does not have a pool.

Does City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica to downtown Ulloa?

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica is 1.5 mi away from Ulloa.

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice people, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay for an overnight in the Heredia area. Would probably choose it again also right before or after a flight Beds were really comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, very helpful staff, felt fresh in the air conditioning, and breakfast for the pick me up.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine excellent ! Love it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great and the staff was extremely attentive and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and very close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lobby, rooms extremely clean, no outside noise highly recommend for a value hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have everything a business traveler needs; all your needs are taken care of. The beds are very clean and comfortable. Breakfast is fresh and varied. The staff is very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have everything a business traveler needs; all your needs are taken care of. The beds are very clean and comfortable. Breakfast is fresh and varied. The staff is very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very courteous, rooms were clean places to dine were within walking distance and was convenient to airport car rental would definitely stay again was my second stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good continental breakfast selection
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na- hotel is very clean. Breakfast was delicious. It’s just a very basic hotel- but that’s all we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great, very clean. The staff very kind and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great breakfast, good price, and close to the airport .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for solo travelers and breakfast is included. They have a shuttle for the airport (SJO) and was super easy. They have an hourly schedule. Bed was super comfy as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast options, helpful staff and convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room and convenient shuttle to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Small room, no coffee machine, great buffet breakfast, and shuttle prompt.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was very friendly and the room was clean and nicely done
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fabulous!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, amazing fresh breakfast buffet, Airport Shuttle was great m. All Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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