Thank you Maribel for the clarification. I will make sure to fine one within walking distance to the 2 places you mentioned.

Hi Maribel, just saw you recommand the Hotel Inglaterra, checked it out and found it very ressonablely priced with free extra bed for kids. The best part is that it's 2 mins from the airport bus which will be a plus for us since we can't fit all of us in one taxi. So I booked that hotel (cancellation policy very nice, no fee up to 24 hrs before arrival). I hope the area around it is safe since you mentioned that it's very close to Exiample. Although apartment can offer a lot too but this hotel is just too good to pass. Thanks so much for all the help!

Great,
We've been thinking about the Inglaterra for ourselves as a less pricey alternative to the Majestic. And yes, you should be able to walk from the Universitat Aerobus stop to the hotel. You'll have all the comforts of a hotel without having to get into non-refundable deposits et all. Glad it worked for you. I'll be sure to check it out well in Jan. and get back to you.

Yes,please. They have a discount rate on their site for staying 3 nights or more so maybe you can take advantage of that too.
Have a good trip in Jan!