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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, (253 reviews)
"This hotel was very dirty but the staff were good"
United States
Mineli
The price is ā‚©84,058
ā‚©94,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ā‚©33,623
ā‚©62,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent staff and food."
United States
Brenda
The price is ā‚©141,764
ā‚©160,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hotel Presidente
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

4. 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 ā‚©170,624
ā‚©192,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

5. BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©

BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©
4.0 star property
Uruca, 3.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,161 reviews)
"one of the best hotels i have ever stayed at the staff were very hospital, the rooms were spacious and very clean and the amenities were great!"
Australia
lachlan
The price is ā‚©99,812
ā‚©112,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©
A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

6. 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)
"Great hotel."
United States
Anastasia
The price is ā‚©124,899
ā‚©141,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Balmoral Hotel San JosƩ 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, (1,002 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‚©106,994
ā‚©120,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
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, (894 reviews)
"Loved staying here!"
United States
Esteban
The price is ā‚©163,019
ā‚©184,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
kishore
The price is ā‚©176,015
ā‚©198,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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, (623 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 itā€”the cleanliness, , everything was just as we expected."
United States
Delia
The price is ā‚©71,432
ā‚©80,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.

11. 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, (728 reviews)
"Great location, clean & very helpful staff"
United States
Orlando
The price is ā‚©237,030
ā‚©267,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

12. 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, (1,345 reviews)
"Room was very clean and the breakfast was fabulous!"
United States
Kemal
The price is ā‚©124,085
ā‚©140,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
A courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by ornate architectural details and greenery.

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)
"Cute hotel and great restaurant."
United States
Steve
The price is ā‚©213,587
ā‚©241,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel Grano de Oro
An outdoor cafƩ with wicker furniture, hanging plants, and a pool.

14. 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, (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 ā‚©146,527
ā‚©165,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
KC Hotel San JosƩ
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was fabulous āœØ"
United States
Yolanda
The price is ā‚©89,941
ā‚©101,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hotel Santo TomƔs
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

16. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent Service"
United States
Lazaro Garcia
The price is ā‚©146,301
ā‚©165,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

17. Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.2 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean place, helpful staff, breakfast was great, parking super safe"
United States
Kenneth
The price is ā‚©159,042
ā‚©179,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hotel Palma Real
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.

18. 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 ā‚©83,391
ā‚©94,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hotel Cultura Plaza
A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

19. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
Otoya, 0.9 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (447 reviews)
"Clean room, Great Bar, good vibes"
United States
Andy
The price is ā‚©97,680
ā‚©110,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

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, (850 reviews)
"Always a great stay"
United States
Thomas
The price is ā‚©173,453
ā‚©196,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
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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

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and comfy bed. Breakfast was excellent!!!! Fresh fruit and food very fresh. Staff was very professional and helpful."
Wendy 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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.