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1391 Cheap Hotels in Chinatown - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

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Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial

3.0 star property
Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (213)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Gilbert
Hotel Colonial
Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom
Lolas

Lolas

1.0 star property
Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (45)
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United States
Inyeop
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Lolas
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
0.9 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (355)
"Friendly staff, clean room, great food .. and the desserts !!!!"
United States
David
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
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InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

5.0 star property
8.8 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (722)
"Clean room, nice people!"
United States
John
The price is NZ$454
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Alta Las Palomas Hotel

Alta Las Palomas Hotel

4.0 star property
10.1 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (507)
"The property was lovely. It didn’t feel like a hotel and sunsets from the balcony were gorgeous. The staff was great. Everything was clean."
United States
Natassia
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Alta Las Palomas Hotel
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Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
Amón, 0.9 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (854)
"Great staff, clean rooms, nice amenities"
United States
Vincent
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Outdoor spa tub
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

3.5 star property
Barrio Escalante, 1.6 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225)
"Clean place, modern, safe, and easy walking to bars, eateries, and small shops! Will be my go to spot in San Jose next trip!"
United States
James
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY

Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY

3.0 star property
Pavas, 6.4 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (421)
"Clean rooms, good food and very nice people "
United States
Wilfred
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY
Outdoor dining
Hotel Casa Antigua

Hotel Casa Antigua

2.5 star property
14.9 km from Chinatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (359)
"Staff was amazing and friendly. The place was so unique and one of a kind. We loved the vibe and would stay again. "
United States
David
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Casa Antigua
Premium Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, Pool View | View from room
Loma Tranquila

Loma Tranquila

3.0 star property
19.9 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (49)
"million dollar view .nice place to stay, very far from the city, great service ,good people. enjoy nature cons very old furniture ,smells muggy in entire house. Poor ventilation no sun light inside.,Wi-Fi did not work for entire day., there was a construction going on at the property and they start working very early so you can't sleep properly."
United States
amin
The price is NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Loma Tranquila
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Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

3.5 star property
19.8 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (596)
"Lovely grounds, shuttle really convenient and the staff amazing! "
United Kingdom
Claudia
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Studio
Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel

3.0 star property
29.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (257)
"This property is beautiful, the room was very clean, staff was friendly and welcoming! "
United States
J.
Altura Hotel
Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View (Quetzal)
Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge

3.5 star property
27.4 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (518)
"It was descent stay. It is rural area. They did excellent service"
United States
Balasubramanian
The price is NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Poas Volcano Lodge
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Adventure Inn

Adventure Inn

3.5 star property
9.6 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (753)
"Very late much like the setting and they just the old Costa Rican feel of the hotel. Very nice people considerate and helpful. Just really enjoyed my visit."
United States
MICHAEL
Adventure Inn
Flat-screen TV
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, (1002)
"Our suite was perfect. And the hotel was just 2 blocks away from the Historical District. The staff were very helpful, and breakfast was delicious."
United States
mary
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real

3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.1 km from Chinatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Was great "
United States
milton
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Palma Real
Daily full breakfast (USD 19 per person)
Hotel Grano de Oro

Hotel Grano de Oro

4.0 star property
San Bosco, 2 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Yes, service on every part of the hotel was excellent. Restaurant was excellent for breakfast, lunch and dinner."
United States
Melinda
The price is NZ$388
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Grano de Oro
International cuisine
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Carmen, 0.5 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (723)
"Very nice hotel, good stay."
United States
Kalvin
The price is NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Spa
Alameda Cariari

Alameda Cariari

3.0 star property
10.7 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (314)
"Great little boutique hotel, in a quiet location, close to the airport. Will stay here again!"
United States
Darren
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Alameda Cariari
Front of property
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

3.5 star property
13.5 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Excellent place to stay when traveling to Costa Rica for work. The service from all the staff is very good, and the location is perfect—central and close to everything"
United States
Yusbey
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
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Our guide on where to stay in Chinatown

Find the best Chinatown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

La Sabana

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

San Jose featuring forest scenes and mountains
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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa.

Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast great, airport shuttle great... afternoon traffic horrible"
robert 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Chinatown?
Chinatown is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its shopping, restaurants and bars.
Where is the best place to stay in Chinatown?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Colonial is the highest ranked property in Chinatown. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Chinatown, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Chinatown.
What can I see and do in this San José neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Chinatown include Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge, Casino Fiesta and National Theater. When you're sightseeing in San José, Jade Museum and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum are also worth a stop.