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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

1. Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (258 reviews)
"Clean and friendly."
United States
Peter
The price is ₩90,191
₩101,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hotel Colonial

2. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 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 ₩32,061
₩60,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Lolas Hostal

3. 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, (877 reviews)
"Perfect location. Friendly staff"
United States
Igor
The price is ₩156,410
₩176,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

4. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.4 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderfull breakfast and the staff is friendly and helpful."
United States
Denneth
The price is ₩148,481
₩167,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Hotel Presidente

5. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca, 3.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,189 reviews)
"Very nice and comfortable place"
United States
MARITZA
The price is ₩82,039
₩92,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Barceló San José

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)
"Everything was excellent, but I would like to make a suggestion: breakfast should be buffet-style; the menu felt very limited, with only 4 options."
United States
Jesus R
The price is ₩143,468
₩162,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

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, (1,001 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 ₩128,439
₩145,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

8. 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, (902 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good location right in the hart of downtown."
United States
John Edward
The price is ₩180,627
₩204,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

9. 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, (631 reviews)
"Todo excelente"
United States
MARCIA
The price is ₩98,506
₩111,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

10. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Amón, 0.9 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay; excellent management"
United States
Patrick H
The price is ₩162,076
₩183,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Taormina Hotel and Casino

11. 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, (1,351 reviews)
"Room was very clean and the breakfast was fabulous!"
United States
Kemal
The price is ₩153,557
₩173,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

12. Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
4.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.7 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (737 reviews)
"Great location, clean & very helpful staff"
United States
Orlando
The price is ₩225,961
₩255,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Hilton San Jose La Sabana

13. Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.2 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"friendly service"
United States
Jack
The price is ₩113,147
₩127,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Hotel Palma Real

14. 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, (891 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Everyone is so friendly"
United States
Briana
The price is ₩154,253
₩174,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel

15. 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)
"Great location, helpful staff, good breakfast"
Canada
Jennifer
The price is ₩146,477
₩165,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

16. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.8 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Everything was fabulous ✨"
United States
Yolanda
The price is ₩98,311
₩111,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Hotel Santo Tomás

17. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
3.5 star property
Uruca, 4.2 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Excellent staff and experience."
United States
David
The price is ₩124,435
₩140,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Irazu Hotel & Studios

18. 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, (852 reviews)
"Amazing staff! Great pool area. The area is a bit noisy with traffic and animal hotel next door."
United States
Mary K
The price is ₩147,505
₩166,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
KC Hotel San José

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
3.5 star property
Carmen, 0.7 km from Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (267 reviews)
"Great place and near everything"
United States
jack
The price is ₩179,982
₩203,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

20. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
4.0 star property
La Sabana, 2.8 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (853 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely. Very clean, rooms are nice and refurbished, modern bathrooms. Staff are all kind and friendly and the food is super. The only issue is no indoor pool for the rainy season - but otherwise it is highly recommended."
Canada
Sue
The price is ₩152,288
₩172,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
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Compare popular hotels in Chinatown

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.
Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
52 reviews
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A multi-level courtyard with a swimming pool, columns, and outdoor seating areas.
Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
8.0
Very good
258 reviews
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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
9.2
Wonderful
902 reviews
View
A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.
Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
Barceló San José
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
2,189 reviews
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Where to stay in Chinatown

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

Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Chinatown?
Chinatown is a neighborhood that travelers like for its shopping, restaurants, and bars.
Where is the best place to stay in Chinatown?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Colonial is one of the top choices for your stay 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, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Chinatown.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Chinatown?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Chinatown, click here.
What can I see and do in this San José neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Chinatown include Municipal Crafts Market, Casino Fiesta, and National Theater of Costa Rica. When you're sightseeing in San José, Jade Museum and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum are also worth a stop.