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San José Hotel Guide. Hotels in Chinatown, San José, Costa Rica

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Hotel Colonial
Junior Suite | View from room

Hotel Colonial

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (193)
"It was a good location, easy to walk to some of the major sites of the city."
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Hotel Colonial
Lolas
Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Lolas

1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (39)
"Amazing place to stay will come with family again"
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Lolas
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Front of property – evening/night

Hotel Fleur De Lys

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (441)
"Really nice place, rooms are small but you can go reading or discuss in the many places in the hôtel (cozy places) or on the little common terrasse. Clean place. Easy to walk from the hôtel to many places in the center of San José."
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Hotel Presidente
Lobby

Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Clean, good food"
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hotel Presidente
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Exterior

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"The staff is really nice, we enjoyed breakfast at the hotel and then walked all the interesting places like Taetro Nacional, La Catedral and The Mercado central "
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Flat-screen TV

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"We enjoyed our short stay "
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Living area

Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (358)
"Good hotel "
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
International cuisine

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (604)
"The beds were super comfortable. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was a wide assortment."
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Front of property

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (389)
"Your staff was Super-helpful during my 4 nights there….. Kendall, Rebecca, Genesis, Alejandro & David all helped me with logistics and reservations and general information. They were attentive, accurate, helpful & polite. Plus, they helped me with my fairly lame Español…. "
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Meeting facility

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (562)
"I think the one lady with the glasses who works in the morning shift. Her personality isn't very friendly . She never smiles and has a very dull approach which is pleasant. Otherwise the staff is good."
The price is €23
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Ara Macao Inn
Balcony

Ara Macao Inn

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20)
"Jorge is extremely friendly and helpful. He helped me arrange a taxi for the next morning. He even showed to make sure everything went well. I was given a room with a balcony and patio. Very nice and unexpected. "
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Ara Macao Inn
Hotel Casa 69
Terrace/patio

Hotel Casa 69

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (250)
"Winston and his team were amazing - they were friendly and helpful. The property was great - reasonably priced, nice breakfast, clean, colorful and located very close to Barrio Escalante - great coffee and dining options. The train ran by during the day and early evening but didn’t bother us. We stayed for 3 nights and would definitely return!"
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Hotel Casa 69
Santo Tomas Hotel
Waterslide

Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice stay in this facility. Staff were very pleasant and friendly. Breakfast was good. Lovely old building. Room was clean. Location was ok for downtown SJ but extra care needed in area very close by. Wouldn't want to stray too far in the wrong direction after dark ( or early Sunday morning as we did !) would recommend this place. "
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Santo Tomas Hotel
Hotel Majestad
Reception

Hotel Majestad

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (11)
"Great room, lovely breakfast, and super easy to get to and from, would stay again!"
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hotel Majestad
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Flat-screen TV

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (310)
"Bit of safety issues outside the property. It's safe inside. Reasonable. Good free breakfast. "
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Dunn Inn
Front of property

Dunn Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (590)
"This hotel is very charming. It's in walking distance to several historical sites. The staff is very friendly and accomodating of needs. The breakfast is basic but good. Rooms are big and the area is quiet. The only negative is that there aren't a lot of places to eat nearby for a quick bite. Overall good and safe area to stay."
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Dunn Inn
Taormina Hotel and Casino
View from room

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (751)
"Always a good time"
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Hotel Amón Real
Interior

Hotel Amón Real

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (45)
"Hotel is clean and safe. Breakfast has limited options. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. "
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Hotel Amón Real
Hotel Le Bergerac
Front of property

Hotel Le Bergerac

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (370)
"Lovely gardens"
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hotel Le Bergerac
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Exterior

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1013)
"Don’t think twice book now. Radisson is your home in San José that’s how it felt. Amazing staff, food and they are committed to provide you a world class service. Thank you to all Staff that made my wife and I feel special. "
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
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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 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, Jade Museum and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum are also worth a stop.