Catedral Travel Guide

San José

The National Theatre of Costa Rica (Spanish: Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica) is Costa Rica's national theatre, located in the central section of San José.   Sometimes its hard to take in everything that's in front of you. So in those cases I focus on a small piece of the whole. There by easing the sensory overload and allowing me to enjoy what is before me.
The National Theatre of Costa Rica (Spanish: Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica) is Costa Rica's national theatre, located in the central section of San José.   Sometimes its hard to take in everything that's in front of you. So in those cases I focus on a small piece of the whole. There by easing the sensory overload and allowing me to enjoy what is before me.
The National Theatre of Costa Rica (Spanish: Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica) is Costa Rica's national theatre, located in the central section of San José.   Sometimes its hard to take in everything that's in front of you. So in those cases I focus on a small piece of the whole. There by easing the sensory overload and allowing me to enjoy what is before me.
The National Theatre of Costa Rica (Spanish: Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica) is Costa Rica's national theatre, located in the central section of San José. Construction began in 1891, and it opened to the public on 21 October 1897 with a performance of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Faust.
The National Theatre of Costa Rica (Spanish: Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica) is Costa Rica's national theatre, located in the central section of San José. Construction began in 1891, and it opened to the public on 21 October 1897 with a performance of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Faust.

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Top hotels in Catedral

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Central & Second Ave, between 1 & 3 San José
The price is 4.748.926 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
4.748.926 ₫
5.366.286 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (754 reviews)
The room was spotless. The staff was especially friendly.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

4 out of 5
Avenida Central, Calle 7 San José San José
The price is 2.966.280 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
2.966.280 ₫
3.351.896 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
From the moment we arrived this hotel was a wonderful experience. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming. The breakfast buffet was wonderful with a variety of local and traditional dishes to suit everyone with the best coasta rican coffee. Don’t miss the rooftop bar. The rooms were lovely. Right ...

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hotel Presidente
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25 San José San Jose
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (644 reviews)
Ótimo quarto, bem amplo.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Costa Rica Guesthouse
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 4.319.840 ₫ per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
4.319.840 ₫
4.881.419 ₫ total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,468 reviews)
Breakfast was served with real china and real silver ware! Terrific shuttle service! Efficient and friendly staff!

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
The price is 2.604.082 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
2.604.082 ₫
2.942.613 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,062 reviews)
Check in went well. Staff were helpful.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is 4.683.600 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
4.683.600 ₫
5.292.468 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,591 reviews)
Shuttle was easy to get both going and coming....every 15 minutes. Room was clean, staff was very helpful. Appreciate the buffet breakfast.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Catedral

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La California

4/5(1 area review)

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 Jade Museum.

La California
Parque morazan

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Amarilla and Asamblea Legislativa.

Carmen
La Sabana Park and Costa Rica National Stadium

Amón

3/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

Amón
Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

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.

Barrio Escalante
Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

Hospital

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Hospital
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San Sebastian

When in San Sebastian, you can plan a visit to Central Park and National Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

San Sebastian


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