Chinatown Travel Guide
San José



Visit Chinatown
Things to do

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Top hotels in Chinatown

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
"Very nice hotel Why must I write more? Next time I won’t review."
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
"Felt like a quiet oasis in the city! Beautiful pool, rooms, grounds and lobby! There were some loud travelers around 3 AM but is didn't last long."
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
"Absolutely stunning property with so much to do!! Excellent restaurants and bakery! Staff was always around to assist and say hello.. driving range, Mountain View’s, banana trees and lots of birds singing and enjoying the lush vegetation and trees!! Wish I could live at this property!! Highly recommend!! ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Chinatown
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 National Theater of Costa Rica.

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.

Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.












