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Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (215)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Gilbert
Hotel Colonial
Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lolas

Lolas

Lolas
1.0 star property
Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (46)
"I felt very safe as a solo female traveler :)"
Canada
Aijia
The price is HK$170
HK$333 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Lolas
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
19.1 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Always enjoy Hotel Aeropuerto!"
Canada
William
The price is HK$800
HK$904 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hotel Aeropuerto
Outdoor dining
Hotel Casa Antigua

Hotel Casa Antigua

Hotel Casa Antigua
2.5 star property
14.9 km from Chinatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (361)
"Staff was amazing and friendly. The place was so unique and one of a kind. We loved the vibe and would stay again. "
United States
David
The price is HK$762
HK$861 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hotel Casa Antigua
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Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
18.9 km from Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (646)
"Room clean, comfortable and close to the airport. Good value for a layover to catch a morning flight. Proprietor gave us and 2 other guests a free shuttle to the airport. Great service from a friendly and welcoming host. "
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is HK$609
HK$820 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Brillasol Airport Hotel
Terrace/patio
Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
3.5 star property
17.4 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25)
"Decent place but too loud given cars driving in area"
Canada
chunyan
The price is HK$653
HK$776 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
14.5 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (791)
"Nice Hotel close to Car Rentals and Airport. Staff was very accommodating and helpful! "
Canada
Dennis
Berlor Airport Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Costa Rica

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Costa Rica

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Costa Rica
4.0 star property
12.8 km from Chinatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (53)
"For what we need it when we stayed there it was perfect location and access to Santa Ana town"
United States
Kathya
The price is HK$832
HK$940 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Costa Rica
Hallway
Hotel Villa Los Candiles

Hotel Villa Los Candiles

Hotel Villa Los Candiles
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (353)
"Great security. Kind staff. "
United States
Chris
The price is HK$997
HK$1,126 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hotel Villa Los Candiles
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY

Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY

Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY
3.0 star property
Pavas, 6.4 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (422)
"Clean rooms, good food and very nice people "
United States
Wilfred
The price is HK$530
HK$599 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY
Terrace/patio
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel

Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel

Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Hospital, 2.5 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (827)
"It was a very clean place, convenient location, it had everything we needed. The breakfast was great. "
United States
Glenda
The price is HK$867
HK$980 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments

Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments

Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments
3.0 star property
Uruca, 3.8 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (225)
"We’ve stayed here several times and it’s always a good experience. "
Canada
Kathy
Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Merced, 1.6 km from Chinatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (312)
"Small room, however good for 2 nights. Staff was very pleasant. Breakfast accomodation is next door and pleased with the food. Area of the hotel was safe, good lighting and security."
Canada
Diane
The price is HK$264
HK$299 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

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, (144)
"Nice people "
United States
Harol
The price is HK$614
HK$694 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
KC Hotel San José

KC Hotel San José

KC Hotel San José
4.0 star property
La Sabana, 3.1 km from Chinatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (778)
"My daughter and I absolutely loved KC Hotel San José! It is just like an oasis in the middle of the city. Nice atmosphere, with natural plants everywhere. People can enjoy a delicious food at the Baraka restaurant with a relaxing view to the swimming pool, which is also warm! The hotel has a Gym and offers spa services. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. Amazing, friendly and helpful staff! I would stay again in my next visit to Costa Rica and recommend it 100%!"
United States
Yanka
The price is HK$709
HK$801 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
KC Hotel San José
Free daily continental breakfast
Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California, 0.8 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (280)
"Stayed one night but if we were in San Jose longer, would have loved to stay here and use it as our hub. Clean, friendly, safe. Short walk to downtown."
United States
Conor
The price is HK$427
HK$483 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Casa 69
Outdoor spa tub
Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites

Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites

Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.7 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604)
"Very clean and Good services"
United States
Harold
The price is HK$544
HK$615 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.1 km from Chinatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Staff Was amazing! Cleaning service, breakfast and the bar was amazing. We booked our excursions through the hotel and we had an absolutely fantastic experience! "
United States
Terry
The price is HK$773
HK$873 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hotel Palma Real
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
Merced, 1.6 km from Chinatown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (211)
"The room was clean and we enjoy the loctaion"
United States
tyrone Thomas
The price is HK$208
HK$235 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Fountain
Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral, 0.3 km from Chinatown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (482)
"Lovely property nested in San José, easy to get picked up from, close to the airport, great staff attention."
United States
Valentina
Hotel Fleur De Lys
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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 Jade Museum.

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.

La Sabana

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

San Jose which includes forest scenes and mountains
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Hospital

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

Catedral

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

Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed at the Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport and had a great experience overall. The breakfast was fresh and tasty, with plenty of options to start the day right. The airport drop-off was very convenient and well organized, which made travel stress-free. My only suggestion would be to improve the lighting inside the room; it felt a bit dim at night. Otherwise, a comfortable and pleasant stay!"
Gopala 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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.