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.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
National Theater of Costa Rica
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.
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
Skip the Line:Day Ticket-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Top hotels in Chinatown
Barceló San José
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Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
The room and staff were good. The airplane noise and the brick hard bed were not enjoyable at all.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Traditional Costa Rica breakfast Poolside amazing Staff very accommodating and went over and above!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
The entire staff was kind, helpful, friendly and genuinely interested in helping us. Christian at the front desk was awesome. The bellhop Brauwner was awesome. Jeffrey, our waiter in the Havienda restaurant- awesome. We will be back.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
New hotel which was spotless. Shuttle to the airport on time and professional.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
all good n nice
Reviewed on 28 Apr 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 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.
