Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
National Theater of Costa Rica
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Barceló San José
Hotel was very nice. The restaurant was delicious. Room was clean. Front desk was understaffed The bus from the hotel to the airport never arrived
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
The room was nasty. The walls were dirty, bed was like sleeping on concrete, AC is overly complicated on how it operates, floors were grimy, bathroom had mold all over, and the water was ice cold no matter which way you turn the knob.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Bon endroit pour un stop après long vol!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
We appreciated the warm welcome we received at the front desk, and the friendly, helpful staff. The breakfast was very good as well, and the area around the pool was well maintained. The hotel is very close to the main road, so we did experience a fair bit of traffic noise. Also, and most concerning ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Very clean and new hotel. The breakfast could be better. The only fruit that was cutt was the pineapple, the rest was in the basket without cut. No bacon, no sausages, no strawberry, berries, no babana. No tipical fruits
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
resort was really nice.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
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.
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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
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 Museum of Costa Rica.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
