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 a highly ranked property in Chinatown. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another top choice in the area is Lolas .

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, Pre-Colombian Gold Museum and Plaza de la Cultura are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Chinatown Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Chinatown, San José

"Great staff and restaurant was amazing. Very cute property. Only problem was no hot water. We stayed twice with 2 days in between and it did not get fixed."

RM480 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Property was very clean, centrally located and very safe. "

RM164 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Feb - 6 Feb

"Suepr recomendado! La atención es muy buena, ligar seguro, limpio y comida muy buena! "

RM427 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jan - 25 Jan

"Very good hotel. Superb breakfast. We'll return in our next visit."

RM581 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Feb - 22 Feb

"Pleasant stay, clean and friendly staff"

RM401 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jan - 25 Jan

"I highly recommend this property to those who want an authentic experience. If you expect luxury, this is not the place for you. If you want to experience "ordinary" culture and typical Costa Rican lifestyle, i believe this is a great choice."

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

"I’ve stayed at many places but this is definitely one of my favorites. The building looks brand new and very well-maintained. There is a hangout room on the top floor with a huge Tv and coffee machine. Next to it is a small gym with a bathroom and a shower! There is also WiFi that works very well in both rooms! I really love the decoration in my room and the view was amazing. The kitchen was fully equipped with a full sized fridge. The AC and WiFi work very well. There is always a guard at the...

RM645 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jan - 27 Jan

"Great place great people I loved it "

RM229 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

"Excellent staff. Well decorated great breakfast friendly "

RM253 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

"Excellent check-in by Jorge. He stayed in touch via WhatsApp and waited until my shuttle (came in late) arrived. "

RM197 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

"Awesome convenient stay. "

RM136 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jan - 25 Jan

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

"I like old buildings surrounded by nature. This place might not be for everyone but it was perfect for me. Tranquilo. Older people. No stupid young idiots, parties, or noise. Great free breakfast. Amazing staff. "

RM368 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

"Great hotel. Great staff. The breakfast is/was fantastic. "

RM231 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jan - 27 Jan

"Excellent! People who works her is amazing! Everybody!. The place is perfect to rest and enjoy. Pool, sauna, jacuzzi Everything that you need! Best place ever!"

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

"We didn't get the room we booked and a coffee maker was not in the room, but it was convenient "

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jan - 31 Jan

"Lovely historic hotel in the middle of everything. "

RM302 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Feb - 16 Feb

"Excelente hotel, muy buen personal"

RM478 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

"Very spacious, clean and easy for walking around. Dinner and breakfast was amazing "

RM507 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

"Rooomd are clean, but the breakfast sucked"

RM743 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

"Centrally located gem. Staff was friendly and helpful, room was comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was delish."

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jan - 27 Jan

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La California

4/5(1 area review)

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 Park or National Museum of Costa Rica.

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Number of reviews	7,256
Accommodation	1,357 hotels
Lowest Price	RM60
Highest Price	RM657

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5/5 Excellent

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A verified traveller stayed at Barceló San José

Posted 2 days ago

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

5/5 Excellent

Convenient to airport

"Had early morning flight and return rental car hotel was located 5 minutes from rental car return location and was able to catch shuttle to airport hotel is conveniently located to various restaurants within walking distance would highly recommend if you have early flight "

A verified traveller stayed at City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

Posted 3 days ago

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5/5 Excellent

"Amazing hotel, right next to the airport, but still in a lovely walkable neighborhood. Rooms are semi outside, so it feels very natural and the pool is beautiful, breakfast is also wonderful. Great place to relax before or after a long flight. Second time there and will certainly be back next time I’m in Costa Rica!"

A verified traveller stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Posted 3 days ago

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

5/5 Excellent

"Congrats This is without a doubt the best Marriott hotel we have been to. The grounds are amazingly beautiful and well kept. The staff made our stay so enjoyable. They were always attentive and helpful. Not one time did I hear a NO. Very polite. The restaurants served large portions and were well worth the prices. Some observations: The sliding doors to the bathrooms are useless and make noise. The gardeners should use electric tools around the pool and rooms. Some of the toilets in pool Area are toooo small and wet ones. I would turn the driving range into a 9 hole pitch and put. Overall a wonderful stay. Norman R Wright Flynn. Room 460. Jan 4-9 2025"

A verified traveller stayed at Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Posted 9 days ago

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Hotels in Chinatown, San José

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Top 10 Hotels in Chinatown, San José

Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial

Lolas

Lolas

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas

Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas

Hotel Le Bergerac

Hotel Le Bergerac

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492

Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69

Ara Macao Inn

Ara Macao Inn

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Hotel Aranjuez

Hotel Aranjuez

Hotel La Amistad

Hotel La Amistad

Casa Conde Hotel & Suites

Casa Conde Hotel & Suites

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Suites

Balmoral Suites

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

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