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A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A communal area with wooden tables and chairs, a central archway, and a bookshelf filled with books.
An outdoor café with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of buildings in the background.

1. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
0.6 km from Plaza de la Cultura
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
฿1,594
฿1,801 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Viajero San José Hostel
A courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by ornate architectural details and greenery.
A large, historic building with a turret and multiple windows, likely a hotel or public building.
A well-lit courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by potted plants and a central fountain.
A spacious room with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a patterned floor.

2. Hotel Grano de Oro

Hotel Grano de Oro
San Bosco, 1.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
KATARINA
฿5,302
฿5,991 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Hotel Grano de Oro
A restaurant with yellow walls, blue chairs, and a variety of plants. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.
A hallway with a patterned floor, a bench, and artwork on the walls.
A bright yellow interior with mirrored walls, blue hanging lights, and a tiled floor.
A hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.

3. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
La California, 1.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
jeff
฿1,921
฿2,171 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hotel Casa 69
A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.
A modern bar area with a patterned floor, seating arrangements, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.
A modern lounge with a city view, featuring a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
The Gran Hotel Costa Rica facade with a central entrance, balconies, and arched windows.

4. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Catedral, < 0.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Esteban
฿4,047
฿4,573 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden nightstand with a floral arrangement, and a lamp in the background.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wine rack.
A casino area with multiple slot machines and a chandelier.

5. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Carmen, 0.3 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Scott
฿2,558
฿2,890 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A modern living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a fish tank.
A modern office space with cubicles, a large chalkboard with colorful drawings, and a wooden ceiling.
A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A room with two wicker chairs, a glass table with magazines, a vase with flowers, and a wall with a circular mirror and artwork.

6. Eco Stay CR

Eco Stay CR
Catedral, 1.3 km from Plaza de la Cultura
Canada
Eassa
฿1,394
฿1,575 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Eco Stay CR
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.
A room with a blue brick wall, a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf with books and plants.
A hallway with a staircase leading to a room with a view of the outside.
A narrow hallway with a teal door leading to a room with a brick wall, a hanging light fixture, and a hammock chair.

7. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
0.6 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Barry
฿835
฿1,542 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Lolas Hostal
A modern living room with a large window, a piano, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A modern gym with large windows, exercise equipment, and a view of palm trees and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with sofas, a dining table, and a kitchen area.
A rooftop terrace with a hot tub and lounge chairs, overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Barrio Escalante, 1.6 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
carlos julius caesar
฿2,128
฿3,154 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
A modern house with a garden featuring a pond, stepping stones, and various plants.
A view through a window of a building with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a tall white building with a yellow accent in the background.
A garden with a pond, potted plants, and a statue.
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a fan, and a view of a garden through a sliding door.

9. Casa Jardin Del Mango

Casa Jardin Del Mango
La Sabana, 3.2 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
June
฿1,776
฿2,007 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Casa Jardin Del Mango
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.
A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and wooden furniture.
A long, tiled kitchen with a view of the street through a window.
A staircase with decorative elements, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a building with a white facade.

10. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
Carmen, 0.4 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Andres
฿2,073
฿2,343 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Hotel Santo Tomás
An outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, a buffet station, and various plants.
A modern outdoor dining area with white tables and chairs, a wooden counter with a grill, and lush greenery.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, and a bar area with shelves.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

11. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
La Sabana, 2.9 km from Plaza de la Cultura
Canada
Kumail
฿2,907
฿3,285 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mural on the wall.
A rooftop garden with seating areas and a view of surrounding buildings.
A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and two lamps.

12. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
Catedral, 0.2 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
David
฿3,343
฿3,778 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Presidente
The exterior of a hotel named 'TAIRONA' with a modern entrance, glass doors, and a well-maintained garden area.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A wooden staircase with a white wall and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets, and a stone fireplace.

13. Apartotel Tairona

Apartotel Tairona
2.3 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Miguel
฿1,908
฿2,156 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Apartotel Tairona
A breakfast setup with two plates of scrambled eggs and toast, a glass of orange juice, and a cup of coffee on a wicker table.
A spacious lobby with a billiards table, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
An open doorway to a courtyard with a tiled floor, a small table with chairs, and a variety of plants.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a balcony, and a tree in the foreground.

14. The Victorian Hotel CR

The Victorian Hotel CR
San Bosco, 1.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Kathy
฿2,597
฿2,935 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Victorian Hotel CR

15. Ara Macao Inn

Ara Macao Inn
La California, 1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Ronald
฿1,163
฿1,314 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Ara Macao Inn
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a view of a garden and pool through large windows.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

16. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
1.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Tony
฿3,559
฿4,021 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.
A reception desk with two HP monitors, a wooden panel with the Marriott Bonvoy logo, and a plush toy on the right.
A modern hotel building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Sheraton hotel.
A modern bar area with high stools, a checkered floor, and a bar counter.

17. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
San Bosco, 1.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Lazaro Garcia
฿3,645
฿4,118 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
A dining table with a meal, including a plate with a grilled chicken breast, vegetables, and a side of mashed potatoes. There are also drinks and a bowl of salad on the table.
A modern bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a large plant.
A spacious restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a large central cooking area.

18. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
La Sabana, 2.5 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Thomas
฿3,908
฿4,416 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
Two beds with white linens and floral-patterned bedspreads, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A hotel named Soluxe El Sesto with a signboard, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a green metal staircase.
A hotel room with three beds, each with a different patterned bedspread. There is a wall-mounted lamp on the right side of the room.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

19. Soluxe El Sesteo

Soluxe El Sesteo
La Sabana, 2.4 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Jose
฿2,198
฿2,484 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Soluxe El Sesteo
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.
A café with a display case of pastries and a seating area with wooden tables and chairs.
A modern lobby with two grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a vibrant parrot mural.
Two dark wooden doors with a green leafy wall between them.

20. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza
Carmen, < 0.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
United States
Juanita
฿2,070
฿2,339 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel Cultura Plaza
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Compare popular hotels close to Plaza de la Cultura

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.
Viajero San José Hostel
9.8
Exceptional
56 reviews
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A courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by ornate architectural details and greenery.
Hotel Grano de Oro
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A restaurant with yellow walls, blue chairs, and a variety of plants. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.
Hotel Casa 69
9.4
Exceptional
326 reviews
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A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
9.2
Wonderful
879 reviews
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A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Top Plaza de la Cultura Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

10/10 Excellent
"A very good breakfast as usual."
Rudolph 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good
"The hotel is located in the city center, so it’s walkable to the national theater, plaza/museum, parks, and other attractions. It’s next to a casino and feels more like an apartment building than a traditional hotel. The staff were very friendly and our room was extremely spacious. It even had a small kitchen area but there were no pots, utensils or plates whatsoever. We were under the impression that it offered a buffet breakfast but you actually ordered from the menu. Simple local foods. For the space and location, we’d consider staying here if we visit San Jose again."
Chao-mei 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good
"Very good location, for business stay or 1-2 nights is perfect, dinner was good, breakfast divine. Clean nice hotel"
Ana 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great stay! The room was spotless, comfortable, and smelled wonderful. The staff was very friendly, and the parking was easy and convenient. Getting to our room was almost a little adventure — up, down, left, right, and a few turns along the way! 😂 It definitely made us laugh. Overall, a very pleasant experience and a lovely stay."
Karla Maris 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

8/10 Good
"I'm the heart of downtown. Lovely boutique hotel, modern, chic decor. Just a jewel in the middle of the action. Nice staff, decent breakfast and great bed."
yolanda 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Presidente
Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás

8/10 Good
"The location is perfect, just a short walk to visit the Central Market, the National Theater, the plaza, and the museums. This beautiful, old hotel has excellent staff who help you enjoy the free breakfast choices, the pool, and their amazing city. The parking is secure and included. Shower grab bars and bigger towels would improve this great hotel."
Judith 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hotel Santo Tomás
Hotel Castillo

Hotel Castillo

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great experience at this hotel. The staff and food and service was great. Safe as well."
Lloyd 3-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Hotel Castillo
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente localización para ver todo lo relevante de San José, caminando si así lo deseas. El personal del hotel es muy atento. Las comidas en su restaurante El Patio, muy buenas, al igual que el desayuno incluido. Hasta un desayuno carry-out nos dieron el día de nuestra salida, que era a las 4:00 am. Tuvimos un inconveniente con el aire acondicionado de la habitación y nos resolvieron de manera atenta y rápida. Hasta un upgrade de la habitación nos dieron. 100% recomendado!"
Myrna 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
San José Downtown Suites

San José Downtown Suites

8/10 Good
"Really nice staff at front desk. Quite hard to find the hotel as no sign outside."
Anastasia 3-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
San José Downtown Suites

Other attractions near Plaza de la Cultura

An aerial view of a city with a prominent red-roofed building, a busy intersection, and surrounding modern and traditional architecture.

National Theater of Costa Rica

9.0/10 (1,207 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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A historic building with two domes and a central clock tower, surrounded by a public square with a fountain and trees.

San Jose Cathedral

8.8/10 (774 reviews)
After visiting San Jose Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
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A gazebo with a dome roof surrounded by trees and a park.

Morazan Park

8.6/10 (937 reviews)
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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A public square with a fountain, steps, and modern buildings in the background.

Central Park

8.8/10 (1,177 reviews)
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.
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Pre-Colombian Gold Museum

9.6/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Pre-Colombian Gold Museum in San José. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
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Casino Fiesta

Why not try your luck with a visit to Casino Fiesta during your time in San José?
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Municipal Crafts Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Municipal Crafts Market during your trip to San José.
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Melico Salazar Theatre

10.0/10 (1 review)
You can enjoy a show at Melico Salazar Theatre during your stay in San José. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Plaza de la Cultura?
Plaza de la Cultura is located in a vibrant area of San José known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 190 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Plaza de la Cultura?
Adjacent to Plaza de la Cultura, Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Presidente and Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas.
How many hotels will I find close to Plaza de la Cultura?
Expedia has 190 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Plaza de la Cultura.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Plaza de la Cultura, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Plaza de la Cultura.
What can I see and do near Plaza de la Cultura?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica, Museum of Costa Rican Art or Pre-Colombian Gold Museum. You can enjoy live performances at National Theater of Costa Rica and Melico Salazar Theatre. Spend some time wandering around Morazan Park, Central Park and National Park.
How can I get to Plaza de la Cultura?
If you're taking a train into town, San Jose Viquez Square Station and San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station are the closest stops to Catedral. There might not be many public transport choices near to Plaza de la Cultura so consider renting a car to see more of the area.