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Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (221 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with great staff. "
Canada
Janus
Hotel Colonial

Lolas

Lolas
1.0 star property
Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"I felt very safe as a solo female traveler :)"
Canada
Aijia
The price is ¥5,159
¥5,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Lolas

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
4.0 star property
21.9 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent and FREE. Better than an other hotel I’ve stayed at. "
United States
David
The price is ¥28,885
¥32,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Agustin
The price is ¥14,808
¥16,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
27.4 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (549 reviews)
"This resort far exceeded any expectations we had, the views are spectacular and the vibe is very White Lotus, you will not be disappointed "
Canada
JOHN
The price is ¥16,883
¥19,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Poas Volcano Lodge

Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel
3.0 star property
29.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Loved our family tent! Was so cozy and cute. The gentleman that check us in was so sweet and helpful. Highly recommend for a beautiful, unique place to stay!"
United States
Katie
Altura Hotel

Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica

Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica
3.5 star property
28.2 km from Chinatown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Exceptional experience and outstanding hosts!"
United States
Cameron
The price is ¥29,341
¥33,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica

Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
17.8 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (699 reviews)
"Great service. Great food. Great spot to relax. "
Canada
Anthony
The price is ¥16,715
¥18,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Trapp Family Country Inn

Hotel Casa Antigua

Hotel Casa Antigua
2.5 star property
14.9 km from Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (384 reviews)
"This is a special place! The rooms are clean, and the people who run this place will make you feel like family! I have stayed here twice and will stay again in the future! "
United States
victoria
The price is ¥15,468
¥17,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Hotel Casa Antigua

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
10.3 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"It was all excellent very clean rooms love the place great breakfast too "
United States
Nelson
The price is ¥20,166
¥22,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
12.5 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Hacienda Belen is gorgeous. Our room was very clean and the staff were very friendly "
United States
Lynn
The price is ¥31,687
¥35,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,407 reviews)
"Restaurant remains very good! "
United States
Mary
The price is ¥17,464
¥19,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Hotel Mango

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209 reviews)
"Great service overall. Clean and well maintained "
United States
Carlos
The price is ¥16,194
¥18,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,439 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, staff was top notch and the breakfast was awesome."
United States
Michael
The price is ¥23,908
¥27,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Hotel Bougainvillea San José
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (444 reviews)
"Nice hotel, a bit older, great staff, good location."
United States
roberto
Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Villazul 2

Villazul 2
4.0 star property
27.9 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Amazing place! Really enjoyed our stay with the family. Very safe, clean and modern location"
United States
Eli
The price is ¥14,268
¥16,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Villazul 2

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
4.5 star property
7.7 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel and very very nice and friendly staff. "
United States
Cristina
The price is ¥22,690
¥25,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
16.6 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff room and restaurant, very enjoyable stay"
United States
Jeff
The price is ¥35,397
¥39,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
16.7 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,223 reviews)
"Great place and wonderful breakfast."
Canada
Michael
The price is ¥33,598
¥37,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"This place was a great stay! "
United States
Eva
The price is ¥14,400
¥16,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
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Where to stay in Chinatown

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

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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

La Sabana

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

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Asamblea Legislativa 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 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, 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, Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge, and Casino Fiesta. When you're sightseeing in San José, National Theater and Jade Museum are also worth a stop.

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