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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with wrought iron railings.

1. Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (254 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and courteous."
United States
Marvin
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Colonial
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

2. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (51 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the interior was. There are several common areas including a full kitchen and all are well maintained and well thought out. Very beautiful."
United States
Barry
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Lolas Hostal
A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

3. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.4 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, stylish decor, good location - a great hotel experience."
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Presidente
A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

4. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.5 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (895 reviews)
"Loved staying here!"
United States
Esteban
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.9 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (859 reviews)
"Perfect location. Friendly staff"
United States
Igor
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

6. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen, 0.4 km from Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Anastasia
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

7. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.6 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."
United States
Scott
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

8. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
3.5 star property
Carmen, 0.7 km from Chinatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (261 reviews)
"Conveniently located, helpful staff & breakfast was great!"
United States
cielo
The price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

9. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,347 reviews)
"Room was very clean and the breakfast was fabulous!"
United States
Kemal
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

10. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.8 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was fabulous ✨"
United States
Yolanda
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel Santo Tomás
A compact living space with a red sofa, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette area.

11. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen, 0.6 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (624 reviews)
"We spent 2 days and everything was wonderful. The hosts were very kind, and the hotel was easy to access. My kids and I absolutely loved it—the cleanliness, , everything was just as we expected."
United States
Delia
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

12. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
3.5 star property
San Bosco, 1.9 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent Service"
United States
Lazaro Garcia
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
A multi-story building with a green facade and colorful murals.

13. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Amón, 0.9 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
kishore
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Taormina Hotel and Casino
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.

14. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.5 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (543 reviews)
"Great location, delicious breakfast, and friendly staff. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Juanita
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel Cultura Plaza
A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and a wall-mounted display of decorative items.

15. Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel

Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Hospital, 2.5 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Everyone is so friendly"
United States
Briana
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

16. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca, 3.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,171 reviews)
"Our room was perfectly clean & this hotel is gorgeous! Best pool in a superb, well-established garden! We would love to come back & stay longer."
Canada
Sherrol
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Barceló San José
A hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.

17. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California, 0.8 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (328 reviews)
"Great breakfast, excellent cook! Staff super nice and helpful!"
United States
jeff
The price is NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Casa 69
A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.

18. Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
4.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (729 reviews)
"Great location, clean & very helpful staff"
United States
Orlando
The price is NZ$353
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
An outdoor café with wicker furniture, hanging plants, and a pool.

19. KC Hotel San José

KC Hotel San José
4.0 star property
La Sabana, 3.1 km from Chinatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (849 reviews)
"Very nice hotel conveniently located near the Estadio Nacional. Highly recommend if you are seeing a show or event there and would like to stay in town. The two-bedroom "family apartment" was clean, cool, and quiet."
United States
Marc
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
KC Hotel San José
A bedroom with a large bed, a small table, two chairs, a desk, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a bathroom with a bathtub and plants.

20. Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral, 0.3 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (541 reviews)
"Nice stay! Beautiful hotel!"
United States
Valeriia
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Fleur De Lys
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Compare top hotels in Chinatown

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with wrought iron railings.

Hotel Colonial

3.0 star property
Chinatown
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A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

Lolas Hostal

2.0 star property
Chinatown
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A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.4 km from Chinatown
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A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.5 km from Chinatown
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A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.9 km from Chinatown
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8.0
Very good
254 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
51 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
895 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
859 reviews
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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Hotels recommended for families in Chinatown

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with wrought iron railings.

Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (254)
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Colonial

Our guide on where to stay in Chinatown

Find the best Chinatown areas 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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

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 neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

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

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

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.

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

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.

Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Chinatown

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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
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Frequently asked questions

What other neighbourhoods are similar to Chinatown?
The best areas similar to Chinatown for a lively and culturally rich experience are Barrio Escalante and La California, both located in San José Province.

Barrio Escalante is well-known for its culinary scene and pedestrian-friendly streets. It's a particularly good fit for couples or solo travellers who appreciate good food and a relaxed evening out. The neighbourhood is packed with a wide variety of restaurants, from casual eateries to upscale dining, and you'll find plenty of artisan coffee shops and craft breweries. It's easy to spend an evening here simply wandering and enjoying the ambiance.

La California, adjacent to Barrio Escalante, offers a slightly more bohemian feel. It's popular with younger travellers and those looking for independent shops, art galleries, and a buzzing nightlife. During the day, you can explore the various boutiques and creative spaces, while in the evening, the area comes alive with live music venues and bars.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
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