Chinatown Travel Guide

San José

A busy urban street with colorful buildings, including a blue and purple structure, and a red car.
A historic building with ornate architecture, including detailed window frames and balconies, set against a twilight sky.
A plaza with a large tree, a white church, and a red building.

Things to do


Top hotels in Chinatown

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is ฿4,013 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿4,013
฿4,535 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is ฿4,623 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿4,623
฿5,224 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,607 reviews)
"Very nice hotel Why must I write more? Next time I won’t review."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is ฿4,127 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿4,127
฿4,663 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"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

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

3 out of 5
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is ฿4,282 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿4,282
฿4,838 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National ...
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is ฿4,623 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿4,623
฿5,224 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is ฿6,374 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿6,374
฿7,203 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"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

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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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 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.



Chinatown Travel Guide