Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Pet-friendly Alajuela hotel with outdoor pool, connected to a shopping center

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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall is the perfect retreat, offering an outdoor pool with sun loungers and a poolside bar. Located near a shopping mall, this hotel offers convenient amenities like free in-room WiFi and coworking spaces. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Pool bar
  • Conference center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Pets allowed
$134 nightly
$152 total
May 1 - May 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View | Mountain view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Mountain view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 678 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Mountain view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer
Mountain view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Mountain view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 544 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Bathroom shower
Mountain view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Very good
  • City view
  • 544 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2

2 Double Beds Mountain View

  • Sleeps 4

One Bedroom Suite King With Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Mountain View And Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • City Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Plaza Real Alajuela - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Central Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 10 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 35 min drive
  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 21 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 23 min drive
  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 23 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chili’s Grill & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway City Mall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosti - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall is just 2 mi (3.2 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle at scheduled times. After getting a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 149 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 77 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls and off-leash area available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center (2054 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2023
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 59
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 59
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 59
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 15 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and PayPal.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Property Registration Number 99286738

Also known as

Hilton Jose City Mall Alajuela
Hilton Garden INN SJO Airport City Mall
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall ALAJUELA
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall Hotel ALAJUELA

Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 77 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (3-min drive) and Casino Fiesta (22-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall and nearby?

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall like?

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall is a short 10-minute drive from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and 16 minutes' walk from Juan Santamaría Park.

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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The airport shuttle service was efficient, on time, and had helpful drivers. (129 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a great variety of food and beverage choices. (41 reviews)
  • The pool was warm, inviting, and had a bar with great views, making it a lovely place to unwind. (28 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is comfortable, the staff ead helpful. A great place to stay after your arrival or before your departure.
Roseann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, beautiful rooms, great food, great stay.
Kristy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient place to stay for the airport.
Erin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean staff was friendly and helpful
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

GREAT hotel. Best beds on our trip, by far. Very family friendly. Excellent proximity to the airport and next door to the best mall in Costa Rica.
Alanson, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Modern and beside large mall. Near airport
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Melanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and changed the date of our stay when we realized we were one night off from the date we needed the room. Great hotel for before and after flights!
Deborah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place close to airport shopping and dining.
Stacey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, quiet rooms, solid breakfast, nice staff
elissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and spacious. The staff members were extremely friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. The breakfasts provided a variety of food and beverage choices. I was very happy with your hotel.
Gary, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service, clean, convenient, very easy to access the airport.
Michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice pool but setting is directly above loud highway traffic; hard to enjoy. Photo of pool makes the setting serene but it is nothing but.
Lon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ROOM WAS PERFECT!
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s a nice clean convenience hotel
Joseph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place near the AirPort
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and convenient hotel close to airport. They have good breakfast an friendly staff.
Isil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Did not use the pool.
Fredrick, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Showed up and they put us in a basic room when we had booked a suite. Then when we addressed it with Hotels.com they told them that we had a comparable room and only offered $20 refund ( when the difference in price was about $80). And the room didn’t have a separate sitting area and pull out bed. It was a clean hotel though, close to the airport with a shuttle, and attached to a large mall (convenient for food/shopping). Good place to stay for the night before flying out of SJO.
Lisa E, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice stay. Clean and comfy.
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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Bruce, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Loud. Could hear the highway traffic...loud bikes and truck air brakes. Thin walls and lousy pillows. Will not stay again.
Adrian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Hilton experience. I think the Garden Inn is brand new very clean and professionally operated. Easy convenient walkable connection to City Mall. What made it the Best, Pura Vida folks who run the hotel. Warm and professionals
Tony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, staff was supper nice and helpful, overall access to city and surrounding areas made this hotel ideal for my stay. Definitely coming back!
Jorge, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great location for a late flight coming in to San Jose and free hotel Shuttle from the hotel
Kiranmayi, 1-night trip