Chinatown Travel Guide
San José
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 Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
National Theater
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.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Top hotels in Chinatown
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
We left to early for breakfast. Shuttle service to airport cost $25 prior to 6 am. Worth it as it was 4 if us
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Barceló San José
Nuestra estancia fue muy buena, solo el transporte del aeropuerto no fue el planeado, el hotel aunque cuenta con transporte no va por los pasajeros si no te comunicas 72 horas antes de la llegada para que ellos se programen, en su defecto ellos te envían un transporte privado pero tú lo tienes que ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
It was a nice hotel. I liked the fact that it has a free shuttle to the airport. It runs every 15 minutes. The restaurant/bar serves dinner. The food was good. It seemed a bit understaffed as a large number of people all showed up at 6pm when it opened. The 2 women in the restaurant worked very hard ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Clean, Friendly, good breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
I do not recommend this hotel. We were upgraded to a suite for a one night stay only to realize the room was up a flight of 20 stairs or so , no elevator to handle our luggages, a very weird room layout. The bed was wedged between walls with barely a few inches on either side to get up from. It was ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Friendly staff, excellent service, Bar 10 is 10/10.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum 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 Jade Museum.
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 Casa Amarilla 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.
