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Plaza Coral is a compact shopping center in downtown Jacó, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, positioned on the main Avenida Pastor Díaz. This location positions it as a convenient hub for local residents and tourists in a beach-oriented market. The tenant mix emphasizes everyday essentials and leisure, featuring a grocery store as anchor tenant, international fast-food outlets like Pizza Hut and KFC, a pharmacy, salons, barbershops, clothing boutiques with Nicaraguan imports, an ice cream shop, and a specialty adult store.

With a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 334 Google reviews, it benefits from proximity to Jacó Beach and Citicinemas, facilitating pedestrian access. In the broader Jacó retail landscape, which is heavily influenced by tourism, similar properties report occupancy rates of 85-92% in 2025, supported by seasonal visitor surges during the dry season from December to April. Average rent levels stand at $15-20 per square foot annually, making it competitive for coastal retail and appealing for flexible leasing arrangements that accommodate seasonal operators.

Footfall estimates range from 500-1000 daily visitors during peaks, driven by the areas demographics of US and European tourists, American expats, and middle-class locals. Strengths include diverse tenant offerings and central accessibility via improved highways, while drawbacks encompass tight parking, competition from nearby centers like Plaza Herradura, and vulnerability to rainy season slowdowns.

Operational quality receives positive feedback for cleanliness and service, though infrastructure maintenance in aging coastal properties remains a consideration for long-term viability.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Tuesday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Wednesday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Thursday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Friday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Saturday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Sunday09:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

Avenida Pastor Díaz, Jacó, Costa Rica

Insights

Demographics and Footfall

Plaza Corals customer base includes approximately 40% international tourists from the US and Europe seeking beach and surf activities, 30% American expats and retirees drawn to the lifestyle, and 30% local Costa Rican families for daily needs. Footfall fluctuates seasonally, peaking at 500-1000 visitors per day during the dry season (December-April) due to tourism influx, but declining by 40-50% in the rainy season. This pattern supports strong performance for leisure and food tenants but requires adaptive strategies for non-essential retail to maintain viability amid variable traffic.

Competition and Market Factors

Jacó features several competing retail properties, including Plaza Herradura and Retail Center Jacó, contributing to saturation in categories like fast food and groceries. This environment heightens price competition, particularly for budget-conscious tourists, with risks from oversupply potentially pressuring occupancy below the 85-92% average. Enhanced highway access improves regional draw, yet local traffic congestion and Plaza Corals limited parking can hinder convenience. Market reports indicate stable tourism recovery post-2025, but external factors like global travel trends pose ongoing challenges to sustained performance.

Lease Terms and Operational Quality

Leasing at Plaza Coral offers rents of $15-20 per square foot annually, with flexible terms including short-term options ideal for seasonal tourism operators. Occupancy aligns with Jacós 85-92% rate, reflecting steady demand. Operations run daily from 9AM to 9PM, with reviews praising clean facilities, friendly staff, and reliable services in pharmacies and salons. However, tight parking spaces and potential aging infrastructure in coastal settings present logistical risks, necessitating proactive maintenance to preserve tenant satisfaction and footfall conversion.

Building Details

Property Type
Shopping Centre
Gross Leasable Area
4500
Year Built
2006
Parking Spaces
150
Average Monthly Footfall
62,500
Anchor Tenants
Megasuper Supermarket, Cinema

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
20,000 People
Secondary Catchment Area
100,000 People
Catchment area population
120,000 People
Population growth rate
1.5 %
Median age
32 Years
Household size
3.1 Persons
Education level (tertiary)
25.0 %

Median household income
18,000 USD
Unemployment rate
11.0 %
Cost of living index
110 Index

Retail spending per capita
2,200 USD
Spending on apparel
450 USD
Spending on groceries
800 USD
Spending on electronics
300 USD

Annual foot traffic
750,000 Visitors
Dwell time
45 Minutes
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
1,200 USD

Number of retail stores
25 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes
Competitor density (same category)
3 per km²
Tenant diversity
Medium
Unique Concepts
5

Gross Leasable Area
4,500 sqm
Number of Levels
2 Levels
Average rent per square meter
15 USD
Vacancy rate
5.0 %
Lease term flexibility
High
Available retail space
500 SQM

Proximity to main roads
0.1 km
Public transport access
High
Parking spaces
150 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
High

E-commerce competition
Medium
Click-and-collect adoption
20.0 %
Internet penetration
85.0 %

Retail crime rate
Low
Security measures
CCTV and guards

Promotional events
12 per year
Loyalty program penetration
15.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes

Projected foot traffic growth
5.0 %
New tenant pipeline
3 Tenants
Mall expansion plans
nan
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