Catedral Travel Guide

San José

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A historic building with a red roof and classical architecture, surrounded by a plaza with statues and a fountain.
A historic building with two domes and a central clock tower, surrounded by a public square with a fountain and trees.
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Stay near popular Catedral attractions

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National Museum of Costa Rica

9.0/10 (1,133 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
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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 3.207.225 ₫ per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
3.207.225 ₫
3.624.164 ₫ total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (853 reviews)
"Staff was great and very helpful. Breakfast was a good variety. Very satisfied."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 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 2.533.354 ₫ per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
2.533.354 ₫
2.862.690 ₫ total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Only here a short time but the location was convenient and the property was very nice. We ate dinner at the rooftop restaurant and it was very good"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Hotel Presidente
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25 San José San Jose
The price is 293.344 ₫ per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
293.344 ₫
662.957 ₫ total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Costa Rica Guesthouse
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.477.125 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
2.477.125 ₫
2.799.151 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,170 reviews)
"Clean and new room, no bad smell only the towels are seems smell bad. The reception told me was 5th floor so I was opening a different room. But it should be 2nd floor."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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 2.594.008 ₫ per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
2.594.008 ₫
2.931.229 ₫ total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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)
"Beautiful property, with great pool area. Centrally located to the city, 10 min from airport"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 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 2.701.198 ₫ per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
2.701.198 ₫
3.052.353 ₫ total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (588 reviews)
"Todo bien"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
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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 National Theater of Costa Rica.

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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.

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Hospital

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

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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.

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Carmen

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

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