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San José Hotel Guide. Hotels in Catedral, San José, Costa Rica

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Our top choices for Catedral hotels

The Apex

1. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect location - great breakfast - excellent rooftop bar!"
United States
Thomas
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hotel Presidente
Coffee service

2. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
Catedral
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (325 reviews)
"The guy who let us in was super friendly and helpful with how to use the keys. We felt very safe and welcomed. It is a very walkable neighborhood and close to a strip of bars that offer plenty options of food, so you will never be bored. Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Luca
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Casa 69
Lobby

3. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (853 reviews)
"Good location for downtown, great service and neat rooms"
United States
GERMAN
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Bar (on property)

4. Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (529 reviews)
"Wonderful quaint hotel with great staff"
United States
Theresa
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Junior Suite | View from room

5. Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (241 reviews)
"Clean and pretty basic amenities; near a lot of restaurants"
United States
Rima
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hotel Colonial
TV

6. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (712 reviews)
"I really loved how fast check in is and how good it smells. Installations have everything needed for a good rest: black curtains, fan, nice bed, towels.. I’d only change the power outlets"
United States
Dianna
The price is €22
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Costa Rica Guesthouse
View from property

7. Hotel Le Bergerac

Hotel Le Bergerac
3.5 star property
Catedral
7.6 out of 10, Good, (392 reviews)
"Everything is nearby and the staff where nice to help with anything you needed had a traditional breakfast which was brilliant would recommend"
United Kingdom
Liam
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Hotel Le Bergerac
Comfort Room

8. casa luca

casa luca
2.0 star property
Catedral
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
casa luca
Games room

9. Eco Stay CR

Eco Stay CR
2.5 star property
Catedral
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Shuttle services from airport is huge bonus, good price point, very friendly staff, amazing breakfast"
Canada
Eassa
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Eco Stay CR
Breakfast area

10. Ara Macao Inn

Ara Macao Inn
2.5 star property
Catedral
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Very Nice Budget hotel…."
United States
Daryl
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Ara Macao Inn
Superior Room, 1 King Bed

11. Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas

Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (63 reviews)
"Great staff "
United Kingdom
Jade
Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

12. Balmoral Suites

Balmoral Suites
3.5 star property
Catedral
7.4 out of 10, Good, (43 reviews)
"Easy parking and good breakfast in the restaurant"
United States
Marcus Robert
Balmoral Suites
Staircase

13. Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

Hostal Del Este Santa Fe
1.5 star property
Catedral
4.4 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"I am very very disappointed in this hostel. There were no actual door locks. The property is old and not in good repair and worst of all is that my mattress smelled very strongly of cat urine. Really! They tried to cover it up by hanging a toilet bowl sanitizer on the wall of the room. I removed it because the fumes were overwhelming. Also... they rent rooms by the hour! Yikes. It was the worst experience for me in a hotel/hostel, and I am a world wide traveller and often opt for...
United States
Julie
The price is €29
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hostal Del Este Santa Fe
Living room

14. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the interior was. There are several common areas including a full kitchen and all are well maintained and well thought out. Very beautiful."
United States
Barry
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Lolas Hostal
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

15. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (355 reviews)
"Excellent atmosphere especially for meeting other travelers from around the world"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is €18
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Front of property

16. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen, 1 km from Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (602 reviews)
"Love the place and the staff."
United States
Georvis Rodriguez
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Waterslide

17. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.2 km from Catedral
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice pool, centrally located for walking around, friendly staff."
United States
Andres
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Santo Tomás
Flat-screen TV

18. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen, 0.8 km from Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Professional staff excellent service very nice people."
United States
Luis
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Free daily buffet breakfast

19. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1 km from Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and nice area with parks"
United States
Tsolmon
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

20. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Catedral
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (433 reviews)
"Everything was outstanding"
United States
John Thomas
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
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Compare popular hotels in Catedral

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Coffee service
Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
325 reviews
View
The Apex
Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
Games room
Eco Stay CR
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
36 reviews
View
Lobby
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
853 reviews
View
Living room
Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
50 reviews
View

Where to stay in Catedral

Find the best Catedral 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 Casa Amarilla.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Amarilla and Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica.

Top Catedral Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente estadía, la habitación impecable, el desayuno es buenísimo y el personal muy amable!!!!"
Jonathan 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Catedral?
Travellers to San José's Catedral neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica as part of your Catedral travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Catedral?
Based on our traveller data, Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay in Catedral. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hotel Presidente and Costa Rica Guesthouse.
How many hotels will I find in the Catedral area?
Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodation options in Catedral to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San José area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Catedral, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Catedral.
What is there to do around this San José neighbourhood?
National Museum of Costa Rica, Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum feature captivating exhibits to peruse while you're exploring Catedral. National Theater of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Cultura are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Catedral include Municipal Crafts Market, Plaza de la Democracia and Jade Museum. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Casino Fiesta or Asamblea Legislativa.
How can I get around Catedral and the greater San José area?
If you want to venture out of town, San Jose Viquez Square Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station.