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

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,548 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿4,548
฿5,139 total
16 Jul - 17 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! (2,554 reviews)
"Perfect location to the airport and car rental. Convenient free shuttle to and from airport. Breakfast included was good for a free hotel breakfast. Menu changed daily and food was not bad. Honestly, all the staff were extremely nice and helpful. Everyone working there went above and beyond to give ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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 ฿4,334 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿4,334
฿4,897 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (510 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

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 ฿4,548 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿4,548
฿5,139 total
12 Jul - 13 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,923 reviews)
"So this place was a mixed bag: super friendly shuttle driver, spacious and clean rooms, and comfortable bed. Shower was good. You are very near to airport. Downside: the hotel reception never responded to my pre-visit communication. Street noise from highway was not inconsequential on fifth floor. ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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 ฿4,182 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿4,182
฿4,725 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
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 ฿3,616 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,616
฿4,086 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,145 reviews)
"Perfect for a 1 night in San Jose ."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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 ฿6,270 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
฿6,270
฿7,085 total
11 Jul - 12 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 5 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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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 Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ciudad Cariari

Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.



Chinatown Travel Guide