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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

A multi-level courtyard with a swimming pool, columns, and outdoor seating areas.

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 ā‚©96,765
ā‚©109,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
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, (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 ā‚©32,767
ā‚©61,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
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)
"Wonderfull breakfast and the staff is friendly and helpful."
United States
Denneth
The price is ā‚©149,152
ā‚©168,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hotel Presidente
A staircase with a wooden handrail and steps, surrounded by lush greenery and a dining area with tables and chairs.

4. Balmoral Hotel San JosƩ CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San JosƩ CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen, 0.4 km from Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 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 ā‚©146,629
ā‚©165,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Balmoral Hotel San JosƩ CR, Historic District
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, (872 reviews)
"Perfect location. Friendly staff"
United States
Igor
The price is ā‚©158,988
ā‚©179,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

6. 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 ā‚©87,037
ā‚©98,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

7. BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©

BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©
4.0 star property
Uruca, 3.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,187 reviews)
"Very nice and comfortable place"
United States
MARITZA
The price is ā‚©123,239
ā‚©139,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©
A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

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 ā‚©183,604
ā‚©207,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, sofas, a staircase, and a chandelier.

9. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
AmĆ³n, 0.9 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay; excellent management"
United States
Patrick H
The price is ā‚©181,319
ā‚©204,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Taormina Hotel and Casino
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

10. 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 ā‚©98,492
ā‚©111,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

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, (1,349 reviews)
"Room was very clean and the breakfast was fabulous!"
United States
Kemal
The price is ā‚©156,940
ā‚©177,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.

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 ā‚©242,544
ā‚©274,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
A hotel lobby with wooden paneling, a patterned rug, and tables set for dining.

13. Hotel Grano de Oro

Hotel Grano de Oro
4.0 star property
San Bosco, 2 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great accommodations"
United States
Daniel
The price is ā‚©223,791
ā‚©252,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Hotel Grano de Oro
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

14. 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 ā‚©155,507
ā‚©175,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

15. Hotel Santo TomƔs

Hotel Santo TomƔs
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.8 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Everything was fabulous āœØ"
United States
Yolanda
The price is ā‚©99,931
ā‚©112,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hotel Santo TomƔs
An outdoor cafƩ with wicker furniture, hanging plants, and a pool.

16. KC Hotel San JosƩ

KC Hotel San JosƩ
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 ā‚©149,936
ā‚©169,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
KC Hotel San JosƩ
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

17. 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 ā‚©182,949
ā‚©206,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
A covered outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of mountains and buildings.

18. Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.2 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"friendly service"
United States
Jack
The price is ā‚©115,640
ā‚©130,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hotel Palma Real
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

19. 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 ā‚©221,177
ā‚©249,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
A room with a large bathtub, two chairs, a round table, and a painting on the wall.

20. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
0.9 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (455 reviews)
"they have sportsbar with a great and friendly bar staff"
United States
robert
The price is ā‚©99,953
ā‚©112,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
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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 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
1,002 reviews
View
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 hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.
Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
330 reviews
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Where to stay in Chinatown

Find the best Chinatown areas and neighborhoods 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

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.

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 neighborhood, 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

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

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

If you're spending some time in Carmen, EstaciĆ³n del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Quality stay."
carminia 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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 JosƩ 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 JosƩ, Jade Museum and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum are also worth a stop.