What is La Mandarina like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in San José's La Mandarina neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in La Mandarina?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel La Rosa de America is the highest ranked property in La Mandarina. This hotel offers a full-service spa and free breakfast.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in La Mandarina, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in La Mandarina.

What are the top things to see and do in La Mandarina?

A few places to visit in the area around La Mandarina include Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center, Plaza Práktico, and Parque Viva. When you're sightseeing around the area, City Mall and Ojo de Agua Spa Park are a couple of other sights to visit.

10 Best Hotels in La Mandarina, San José for 2026

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A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and wooden lounge chairs, with a covered seating area in the background.

1. Hotel La Rosa de America

La Mandarina

Sara

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

2. Villa San Ignacio

2.2 km from La Mandarina

Marc

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

2.7 km from La Mandarina

Kaief

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 28 - Nov 29

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

4. Hotel Aeropuerto

3.1 km from La Mandarina

Michael

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

5. Hotel Martino Spa and Resort

1.4 km from La Mandarina

Daniela

CA $224 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A well-lit garden area with pathways, palm trees, and a building with illuminated windows.

6. Brillasol Airport Hotel

3.5 km from La Mandarina

Krystal

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

5.7 km from La Mandarina

Rosa

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

6 km from La Mandarina

Merri Heather

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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

9. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

6 km from La Mandarina

Mariska

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

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

7.3 km from La Mandarina

John Ross

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

11. Trapp Family Country Inn

4.4 km from La Mandarina

vanessa

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 11 - Dec 12

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

12. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

7.3 km from La Mandarina

Suresh

CA $209 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

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

4.5 km from La Mandarina

Diana

CA $58 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

14. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

7.6 km from La Mandarina

Robert

CA $274 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

4.5 km from La Mandarina

Travis

CA $75 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

16. La Riviera Hotel B&B

8.6 km from La Mandarina

Arthur

CA $172 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

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

17. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

5.3 km from La Mandarina

Joseph

CA $52 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

18. Hotel Mango

7.5 km from La Mandarina

Danny

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A hotel entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "eLoft" and the tagline "A vision of W Hotels".

19. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

9.3 km from La Mandarina

Phil

CA $156 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by potted plants and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

20. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

5.5 km from La Mandarina

Alberto

CA $113 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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Hotel La Rosa de America 3.0 star property La Mandarina View	Villa San Ignacio 3.5 star property 2.2 km from La Mandarina View	Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol 4.0 star property 2.7 km from La Mandarina View	Hotel Aeropuerto 3.0 star property 3.1 km from La Mandarina View	Hotel Martino Spa and Resort 3.5 star property 1.4 km from La Mandarina View
8.8 Excellent 466 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 829 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 129 reviews	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	8.2 Very good 510 reviews
The price is CA $129 CA $146 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24	The price is CA $96 CA $108 total includes taxes & fees Dec 6 - Dec 7	The price is CA $155 CA $176 total includes taxes & fees Nov 28 - Nov 29	The price is CA $110 CA $125 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24	The price is CA $198 CA $224 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25
Yes, Breakfast included No Pool Yes, Spa No Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	Yes, Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	Yes, Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly No WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	Yes, Breakfast included Yes, Pool Yes, Spa No Pet-friendly No WiFi included Yes, Parking

Where to stay in La Mandarina

Find the best La Mandarina areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A panoramic view of a city with a prominent stadium, dense residential areas, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

La California

Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

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A cityscape with a prominent bridge, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

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A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

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Top La Mandarina Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Top notch. Airport shuttle was on time and helpful. Room was clean and spacious. Great location to rental car and airport"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"our stay was excellent: 1- a diverse sampling of Costa Rican Breakfast foods with hot coffee 2- the room was spacious, well appointed and the access to patio and the pool made us feel like we were in a resort 3-the pools provided choices for swimming and relaxing and sun bathing. Very well used by families and good to see them having fun 4- the hot pools were so attractive but the water a bit too cool to be comfortable for relaxing 5- the staff were always friendly and helpful (thanks Marvin) and the free shuttle service to the airport was efficient and easy to use, removing the anxiety that comes with travel. 6- biggest criticism is the bathrooms need some updating, tubs old, and shower heads were less than effective. 7- rooms were kept immaculate and cheerful staff were flexible with our schedule in cleaning the rooms Overall I would highly recommend the hotel"

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"First the staff- immensely polite and helpful. Clean, elegant, detail oriented lobby, restaurant (s) and rooms. Very minimalist in design but everything is extremely well thought out and Marriott quality. Rooms were very quiet. Great rooftop bar and pool- minutes from the airport and whatever you do, don’t miss their 5 star breakfast buffet - it’s worth it! Also - close to modern mall to find anything you may have forgotten at home some great food trucks just outside, little market, pharmacy etc . We’ll be back!"

Hotels in La Mandarina, San José

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Our top choices for La Mandarina hotels

1. Hotel La Rosa de America

2. Villa San Ignacio

3. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

4. Hotel Aeropuerto

5. Hotel Martino Spa and Resort

6. Brillasol Airport Hotel

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

9. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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

11. Trapp Family Country Inn

12. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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

14. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

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

16. La Riviera Hotel B&B

17. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

18. Hotel Mango

19. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

20. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

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Hotel La Rosa de America

Villa San Ignacio

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Martino Spa and Resort

Where to stay in La Mandarina

Barrio Escalante

La California

La Sabana

Hospital

Carmen

Top La Mandarina Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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