1,041 reviews
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$94Diagonal Al MC Donald Del Centro Comercial Cariari, Heredia, 40101, Costa Rica
1,041 reviews
1/50
Business center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Fitness center
Free shuttle
Free Airport Shuttle
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Welcome to the City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica, where vibrant energy meets the charm of Costa Rica’s capital! Nestled just 6.1mi from the bustling city center, this 4-star gem sits diagonally across from McDonald’s at the Centro Comercial Cariari, making your arrival and exploration a breeze. Imagine starting your day with a delightful breakfast before venturing into the culture and excitement that San José has to offer!
Get ready to unwind in style! With a plethora of fantastic amenities including a free fitness center, free Wifi, and complimentary private parking, every traveler’s need is paramount here. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, bask in the comfort of well-equipped non-smoking rooms complete with air conditioning and free toiletries. Bonus? The hotel boasts a lovely garden view that’s perfect for a peaceful retreat after a day of adventures.
With over 1,292 reviews, guests rave about their experiences at the City Express, highlighting the warm, friendly service and convenient offerings, like the 24-hour front desk and tour desk for that extra splash of help. All of this, starting at only $94 per night! Are you packed yet? This is your perfect home base for a Costa Rican getaway!
At the City Express by Marriott San José, your adventure extends beyond the walls of comfort! With an impressive selection of room types, there’s something tailored for everyone. Whether you’re traveling solo and seeking a comfortable Single Room, or you’re bringing the whole family along and need accommodations for up to 10 adults, this hotel has got you covered. Opt for the spacious Double Room for that extra breathing room, or why not indulge in the Queen Room with a cozy sofa bed for a slice of relaxation after a day packed with exploration?
And what’s all that exploring without delicious Costa Rican cuisine? Step outside to find a vibrant world of eateries just waiting to tantalize your taste buds. Don’t miss the sun-soaked alfresco cafes, where the scent of café con leche fills the air, or local restaurants serving traditional dishes bursting with flavor. If you're craving a bit of an American classic after all that adventuring, fear not; you’re just a hop, skip, and jump away from McDonald’s at Centro Comercial Cariari for a quick bite!
As the sun sets on another glorious day in San José, retreat back to the City Express, where you can unwind with a leisurely stroll through the picturesque garden. Connect with fellow travelers over stories of the day or simply revel in the beauty of your surroundings. Whether you want to kick back in a hammock with a good book or catch up on your favorite show thanks to complimentary Wi-Fi, this hotel is your sanctuary. With a welcoming ambiance, friendly service, and all the amenities that make life a tad easier, your stay at City Express is sure to be an unforgettable Costa Rican experience!
Closest airports
Juan Santamaría International Airport
3.5miQuepos La Managua Airport
37.1miLa Fortuna Arenal Airport
44.3miTortuguero Airport
59.9miTambor Airport
60.5miBusiness center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Fitness center
Free shuttle
Free Airport Shuttle
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Garden
View
Free toiletries
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
260 sqft
Private Bathroom
View
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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Stay in our Queen Room, perfect for couples or small families, with its comfortable Queen size bed and an extra space for a child. Enjoy the breathtaking view, relax with a flat-screen TV, and indulge in the added luxury of a private bathroom and free toiletries.
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Double Beds
260 sqft
Private Bathroom
View
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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Welcome to our Double Room with Two Double Beds. Accommodating up to 2 adults and 1 child, this spacious room offers a private bathroom, a breathtaking view, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and free toiletries. Enjoy a comfortable stay with added amenities like a safe, iron, wardrobe, bathtub or shower, hairdryer, and more.
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Queen Room, Sofa
1 Sofa Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
260 sqft
Private Bathroom
View
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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Introducing our Queen Room with Sofa Bed, perfect for couples and families with its cozy queen size bed and additional sofa bed for a child. Enjoy stunning views, relax with a flat-screen TV, and take advantage of the convenience of a private bathroom and free toiletries.
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Single Room
1 Twin Bed
260 sqft
Private Bathroom
View
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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Welcome to our cozy and stylish Single Room, perfect for solo travelers. Enjoy a stunning view while relaxing in your private sanctuary, equipped with a comfortable twin bed, a flat-screen TV, and a modern bathroom with free toiletries.
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Room - 1 Queen
260 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
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Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The single room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Room - 1 Twin
1 Twin Bed
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Room, 1 Twin Bed
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Room With City View
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Room City View
Standard Room
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Superior
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Room Superior
Double, Double/Queen, Sofa
1 Double Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
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Room - 2 Double
2 Double Beds
1 Twin Bed
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Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
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Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Nontobeko
8.2
June 2025
The location was great if you had business within the Belen area as it makes it accessible. Also a few minutes to the airport. It is across the road from a few eateries. The establishment was very clean! Also very easy to get taxi and uber because of the location.
Tea and coffee facilitis were in the reception area. The breakfast was too simple - eggs, pinto and fruit. Every single day, no variety. Fine if you are there for just a day, but not ideal when you are there for a few days as I was.
Gary
8.2
April 2025
I arrived very early in the morning due to a flight delay and the person who was working nights had everything ready so I did not have to wait very long. The breakfast was good and also the check out time of 1pm was good too as often it is 10am
In the bathroom the person who cleaned it forgot to leave any full size towels and I only had hand towels not the end of the world but a small irritation. Also the airport pick up was not available at the time I arrived 2am in the morning so had to take an Uber but again not the end of the world.
Mubashir
9.1
November 2024
The staff was extremely friendly. We requested for a change of room and the check in receptionist, Victoria, not only agreed but also came us to the other room so we can see if we are satisfied with what she is offering as an alternate. We also had good experiences with other staff, such as Jonathan and others. It took us about 20 mins to get to the airport at around 9am. I liked the papaya yogurt that was served at breakfast. Other breakfast items included scrambled eggs, Mexican rice and beans, fresh fruits, strawberry yogurt, papaya yogurt, cereals, granola, coffee, white and brown bread slices and rolls
The iron in the room didn't work. There was also no exhaust fan in the bathroom
Marie
8.2
March 2025
This is a good, basic hotel for an overnight stay. Our room was quiet. There are a string of restaurants across the street plus a small store in a business building.
We chose the hotel because the web stated “airport shuttle”. There was no airport shuttle. They definitely need to clarify that on the website. We spent over an hour at the airport looking for and waiting for a nonexistent airport shuttle. Ended up taking a taxi for about $20 US.
Bryan
10
April 2025
We had a late night flight arrival and needed a place to stay for an early departure the next day. The location was convenient to the airport and car rental. The room was very basic but we were not looking for anything fancy. Even though it was a basic room it was clean and everything we needed. We had a breakfast that was included with the room. There were several hot options for breakfast.
Dennis
8.2
May 2024
The room is clean, the lobby has a vending machine for drinks and cookies, one small bottle of water is free in the room, all furniture is in good condition, air conditioning in the room, breakfast is good. Quiet in the room, except that at 5 am we could hear the chairs being moved in the room from above. Bed was comfortable
the air conditioner is a bit old, missing small things like a glass in the bath, the shower was a bit small, the room overall looks a lot smaller than in the photos
Karel
9.1
December 2022
The hotel is clean and the staff is very helpful. Breakfast is simple but good and included with the room. They also offer a good shuttle service to and from the airport.
The location does not have many things to do. There is a McDonald's across the street, that is basically it.
Jordanna
8.2
July 2023
The front desk staff were very warm and welcoming! That's a big deal for me, and I was more than pleased. The breakfast was also pretty good. The selection is small but it's tasty and it filled me up until the evening. It is very clean, has lots of plants and is close to th airport. As a solo female young woman in a foreign country, I felt very safe and at home. It's also very quiet!
I was disappointed to find the room didn't have a fridge, microwave nor a TV. This is room is just to have a safe and clean place to sleep, nothing more. Also, there aren't any nice views. My window faced a parking lot and some construction(that I didn't hear).
Joshua
10
March 2024
We booked this last minute after our original hotel proved to not be suitable for us on the last night of our trip. The value for money was exceptional in our opinion, the room was nothing special but it was all we needed for a stay near the airport on the final night of our trip. Breakfast was great too, everything you would expect it to have, and the hotel iteself was nice and clean. We also found the shopping centre across the road really handy.
Donald
10
October 2024
The entire staff was amazing. The hotel was spotless and the service was above expectations hands down. I will stay at this hotel again. I felt safe and the security and staff was available 24/7 and the Manager was consistently checking to make sure everything was satisfactory... Amazing. Thank you. Don
Zero....not one thing. 😊
Airports
Juan Santamaría International Airport
3.5miQuepos La Managua Airport
37.1miLa Fortuna Arenal Airport
44.3miTortuguero Airport
59.9miTambor Airport
60.5miAirports
Juan Santamaría International Airport
3.5miQuepos La Managua Airport
37.1miLa Fortuna Arenal Airport
44.3miTortuguero Airport
59.9miTambor Airport
60.5miAttractions
Costa Rican Art Museum (Museo de Arte Costarricense)
5.1miSan Jose Central Market (Mercado Central)
6.1miNational Theater (Teatro Nacional)
6.4miPlaza de la Cultura
6.4miGold Museum
6.5miBraulio Carrillo National Park
6.9miRescate Animal Zooave
8.2miDoka Estate
9miOrosi River Valley (El Valle del Rio Orosi)
11.3miSarchi
14.9miLa Paz Waterfall Gardens
15.5miPoas Volcano National Park
16.1miLankester Botanical Garden (Jardin Botanico Lankester)
20.7miIrazu Volcano National Park
21.1miRainmaker Park
27.9miBusiness center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Fitness center
Free shuttle
Free Airport Shuttle
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Activities
Bar crawls
Bike tours
Movie nights
Temporary art galleries
Themed dinners
Walking tours
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Toilet
Bedroom
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Suit press
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site
Fruit
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Food & drink safety
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Hypoallergenic room available
Interconnecting room(s) available
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Mobile app for room service
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Iron
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Fitness
Fitness center
Public Bath
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Car rental
Free Airport Pickup
Free Airport Shuttle
Free shuttle
Public transit tickets
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From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 13:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
American Express,
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
At what times are check-in and check-out at City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica?
The designated check-in period at City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica begins at 03:00 PM. As for check-out, it's before 01:00 PM.
Is there parking at City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica?
Yes, there is parking available at the City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica. The hotel offers free, private, and on-site parking, and reservations are not required.
How much does a stay at City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica cost?
For City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica, room prices kick off at $94. Remember, prices can fluctuate depending on room type and availability dates. Input your dates for definitive prices.
What types of rooms does City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica offer?
The City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica offers a variety of room types, including Queen Rooms, Double Rooms with Two Double Beds, Queen Rooms with Sofa Beds, and Single Rooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The Queen Rooms and Queen Rooms with Sofa Beds have a Queen size bed, while the Double Rooms with Two Double Beds have two Double beds. The Single Rooms have a Twin bed. The rooms accommodate either 2 adults and 1 child or 1 adult and no children.
What activities does City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica offer?
Guests at City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica can spend their time at the hotel by utilizing its featured amenities, including the fitness center and business center. The fitness center provides guests with the opportunity to stay active and maintain their workout routine during their stay. The business center offers a convenient space for guests to catch up on work or attend to any business needs.
In addition, the hotel also offers leisure amenities such as bike tours and walking tours, allowing guests to explore the surrounding area and experience the local culture. Guests can also enjoy movie nights, providing entertainment and relaxation within the hotel premises. These amenities provide a range of activities for guests to choose from, catering to both physical fitness and leisure interests.
Which payment methods are supported by City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica?
City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica accepts cash as a payment method. They also accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and UnionPay cards for payment.
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