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

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Top Trending Hotels Near Catedral, San José

Hotel Presidente
Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Floor plan

Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Wonderful hotel! "
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Hotel Presidente
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Living area

Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (409)
"I had good stay at this hotel , I do recommend you if you want to be nearby museum's and restaurants. "
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Exterior

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very helpful staff, great location, nice rooms and good breakfast."
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Terrace/patio

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (584)
"Great"
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Living area

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (301)
"Great"
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Fountain

Hotel Fleur De Lys

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (458)
"It was an easy process. Breakfast was delicious. Nice rooms. "
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Hotel Le Bergerac
View from property

Hotel Le Bergerac

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (371)
"Front desk person very helpful and treat customers very nice, will back again"
Hotel Le Bergerac
Hotel Arrecifes
Interior

Hotel Arrecifes

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (22)
Hotel Arrecifes
Lolas
Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Lolas

1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44)
"Amazing place to stay will come with family again"
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Lolas
Ara Macao Inn
Balcony

Ara Macao Inn

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"It was so convenient to walk around everywhere in San Jose! The host was very kind and accommodating even though I didn’t speak much Spanish. I would stay here again!"
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Ara Macao Inn
Hotel Casa 69
Free daily continental breakfast

Hotel Casa 69

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (265)
"Wonderful hotel! Wonderful staff and very clean. Would definitely stay here again! "
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Hotel Casa 69
Balmoral Suites
Gift shop

Balmoral Suites

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (37)
"Staff was excellent and Breakfast wonderful"
Balmoral Suites
Hotel Colonial
Junior Suite | View from room

Hotel Colonial

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (202)
"Very nice. Small and personable. Staff very nice. Good location to walk to museums. "
Hotel Colonial
Eco Stay CR
Deluxe Room

Eco Stay CR

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14)
"The property was very well organized and made from recycled material! The rooms were clean and the staff very friendly. And the breakfast was amazing. My family of 11 enjoyed our stay immensely!"
Eco Stay CR
Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas
Interior

Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (58)
"The staff could not have done more to help us. The room was clean and comfortable. We genuinely enjoyed our visit and would certainly return again."
Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
View from property

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Check in was quick and smooth with a very friendly staff member. The facility is quite nice too."
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Garden

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1478)
"Great spot!"
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Bar (on property)

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1251)
"Excelent location close to the airport"
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Barceló San José
Outdoor pool

Barceló San José

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1666)
"Beautiful place and breakfast was delicious. "
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Barceló San José
Taormina Hotel and Casino
View from room

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (797)
"Good hotel,clean,lobby professional "
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Taormina Hotel and Casino
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Where to stay in Catedral

Find the best Catedral areas for the activities you enjoy most.
La California map

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 map

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.

San Jose which includes forests and mountains
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Hospital map

Hospital

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

Ciudad Cariari map

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.

Carmen map

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

Top Catedral Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Easy airport hotel. A little noisy, only Denny’s in easy reach for food options. But a solid choice"
Sarah 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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 as part of your Catedral travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Catedral?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Casa 69 is the highest ranked property in Catedral. This hotel offers free breakfast and a rooftop terrace. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Ara Macao Inn and Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas.

How many hotels will I find in the Catedral area?

Expedia has 60 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 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 Plaza de la Democracia, Jade Museum and Casino Fiesta. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Asamblea Legislativa or Jacob Karpio Galería.

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.