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Top 10 Hotels in Chinatown

Barceló San José
Outdoor pool
Barceló San José
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1535)
"We were upgraded to a suite which was very nice for the money. The desk staff was helpful as we tried to get transportation to the airport. The bellman allowed us to use the shuttle since it was not fully occupied."
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Barceló San José
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"I’ve stayed here three times and I love that there’s a market, a great juice cafe and good restaurants right across the street!"
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Poolside bar
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (738)
"Loved the property but check in process was everything but seamless despite completing registration and payment prior to arrival. Smoking sections should be clearly marked so you’re not chased around by security. "
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Terrace/patio
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1869)
"This is my 2 nd stay, i came last year. First, the staff are all very helpful, and nice. The rooms are nice, they have a great pool and tables, around. They serve a free breakfast, and they have a nice restaurant on premises. I also like this spot, because of its location. Location Location Location! It’s close and walking distance to other restaurants and a market. In the evening, the shuttle came and picked me up, from the airport. What a peace of mind. This will be the place i stay , when i...
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
View from room
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Beautiful property. Amazing staff "
The price is S$276
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Lobby
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2192)
"Sofia from front desk does outstanding job, many thanks for everything "
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1341)
"The hotel is older but still looks good. The toilet in our room didn't quite flush properly. The remote for the TV was a generic remote and I could not access the SAP channels. The breakfast was good and the service wonderful."
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel
Garden
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1230)
"It was very close to the airport and Holiday Inn had a shuttle. The staff were nice and helpful. The free breakfast had good choices. "
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Exterior
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"The staff made our stay easy and memorable. Edgar at the front entrance was very helpful! Elieth at the registration desk was wonderful! Alonzo and Mercedes in the cafeteria were great! Anna in the restaurant was excellent! Thank you!"
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Hotel Mango
Restaurant
Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"This hotel is great coming from airport and going to the airport!"
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Mango
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, (528)
"This historic hotel has been renovated, keeping the original floor tiles in the restaurant, mezzanine, and entry lobby. The guest bedrooms and bathrooms are large, making the lodging very comfortable. The staff is cheerful, helpful and efficient. Rooms are vacuumed, linens changed, and bathroom floors mopped—every day of your stay. Exceptionally clean. The food is excellent, particularly the dinner menus, highlighting fish, shellfish from Atlantic, pacific and gulf, as well as regional...
The price is S$240
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean. Friendly staff. Close to airport. Free shuttle "
The price is S$176
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Lobby sitting area
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Nice hotel but showers are old "
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lobby lounge
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (981)
"Nothing unique seems tired fridge in room not working. Light switchs well hidden. Oscar at check in was very efficient and nice "
The price is S$182
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel
Aerial view
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (623)
"Very nice hotel. , close to mall and other businesses. "
The price is S$351
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Castillo
Lounge
Hotel Castillo
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"Very convenient, peaceful entertaining place for single men looking for a low cost way to relax and mingle."
The price is S$295
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hotel Castillo
Studio Hotel Boutique
Outdoor pool
Studio Hotel Boutique
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Hotel staff was superb from front desk all the way to maintenance guy. Beautiful hotel, will definitely go back!"
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Studio Hotel Boutique
Hotel Grano de Oro
Exterior
Hotel Grano de Oro
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Very helpful and friendly staff. Beautiful grand exterior and very interesting breakfast menu. Everyone we met was extremely polite and kind, which we appreciated after a very long 2 days travelling. thank you! Sadly quite a bit of the hotel was being renovated so we weren’t able to access it but the parts we saw very very nice."
The price is S$301
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hotel Grano de Oro
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free pool cabanas
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (615)
"Excellent place. shopping and restaurants in the same shopping plaza as the hotel. very safe"
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
Lobby
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (342)
"Fantastic view of the stadium. Room was very clean, modern, minimalist look. Would stay again in a heartbeat. "
The price is S$278
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
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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 the highest ranked property 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, 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.