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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

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1. Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (237 reviews)
"Clean and pretty basic amenities; near a lot of restaurants"
United States
Rima
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Hotel Colonial
Living room

2. Lolas

Lolas
1.0 star property
Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Great budget option in San Jose's chinatown!Near to Tracopa bus station too."
Canada
Fabienne
The price is AU$52
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Lolas
Lobby

3. 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, (2,523 reviews)
"Beautiful place enjoyed always stay there"
United States
Deidalia
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio

4. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
22.1 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (787 reviews)
"Loved our stay so much the property is huge so many trails the staff was so friendly and accommodating we’ll be back"
United States
Aisha
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Villa San Ignacio
Front of property

5. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location 10 min from san Jose airport. Steakhouse, pool, AC, friendly staff...all you need for a great stay."
Canada
chucri
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Restaurant

6. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,472 reviews)
"Very nice and chill place. Resort feel right by the aiport. (not airport hotel feel)"
United States
Mathew
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Hotel Mango
Lobby

7. 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, (1,166 reviews)
"Great place to stay near the Airport. Breakfast was great & room was clean."
United States
Collin
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Property entrance

8. Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
27.4 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (565 reviews)
"Beautiful and beautifully maintained property. The staff is very courteous and friendly."
United States
Jean-luc
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Poas Volcano Lodge
Exterior

9. Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
17.8 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (709 reviews)
"Wonderful great place to relax before or after your flight "
United States
Nancy
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Trapp Family Country Inn
Exterior

10. 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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (319 reviews)
"The hotel staff was very helpful and the environment was very clean!"
Canada
Sarah
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Exterior

11. Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
18.9 km from Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (674 reviews)
"it a good place to stay if you are stating they're one"
United States
Marisol
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Brillasol Airport Hotel
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

12. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Crystal
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Seasonal outdoor pool

13. 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, (483 reviews)
"Very clean hotel , delicious breakfast"
United States
Raquel
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Interior entrance

14. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
19.1 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, delicious breakfast, friendly staff!"
Canada
Melanie
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Hotel Aeropuerto
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

15. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
17 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,863 reviews)
"Amazing stay!!"
United States
Danielle
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Studio

16. Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel
3.0 star property
29.7 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (290 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, very peaceful with a good local breakfast. A 10 minute drive to Poás Volcano."
United States
Javier
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Altura Hotel
Bar (on property)

17. 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, (55 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, great staff"
United States
ANDRES
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
Exterior

18. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Chinatown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (454 reviews)
"Beautiful property close to the airport. The hosts were very kind and welcoming."
United States
Laura
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Hotel Pibi Boreal
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free pool cabanas

19. 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, (1,010 reviews)
"Wonderful place ! Staff helpful, rooms clean!"
United States
Pierre Serge
The price is AU$257
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Free daily buffet breakfast

20. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
15.3 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,682 reviews)
"Property was clean, breakfast was very good, staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Michael
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Chinatown

Find the best Chinatown areas 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 neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Center of Art and Culture.

Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Center of Art and Culture.

Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

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Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Hospital

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

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Open Photo by Krystalvation

Catedral

If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

8/10 Good
"It was a great place to relax before my return home"
guadalupe 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

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 Municipal Crafts Market, Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge and Casino Fiesta. When you're sightseeing in San José, National Theater of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are also worth a stop.

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