Catedral Travel Guide

San José

A yellow building with a flag, a staircase, and a person walking.
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.
An ornate ceiling with gold leaf decorations and a central emblem.
An ornate golden table with intricate carvings and floral motifs.

Stay near popular Catedral attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Catedral

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

4 out of 5
Avenida Central, Calle 7 San José San José
The price is Rp1.832.226 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp1.832.226
Rp2.070.415 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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)
"The front desk agent seemed more irritated than welcoming. The room was like a DIY version instead of quality expected in the photos. There was barely any hot water in the shower and when we did there was barely water pressure. There was no real balcony, just a door with 1ft ledge step. We paid for ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Hotel Presidente
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 Rp2.284.894 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp2.284.894
Rp2.581.930 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (827 reviews)
"I traveled to San Jose to visit my daughter while she was in an internship/study away program. Timing is everything and she ended up being terribly sick when I got there. I was so glad to have a clean, air conditioned place for her to recuperate with good food and helpful staff. After resting a few ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25 San José San Jose
The price is Rp336.210 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp336.210
Rp379.917 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (700 reviews)
"Bueno muy bueno hermits bien my bien tres bien"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 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 Rp2.462.368 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
Rp2.462.368
Rp2.782.476 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! (2,552 reviews)
"Great location next to the airport, with a concierge shuttle. The hotel was very clean, it has a very good free breakfast included, and the staff was super.nice and helpful. This is my preferred hotel when I am in San Jose."

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.346.686 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
Rp2.346.686
Rp2.651.755 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 Rp2.462.368 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp2.462.368
Rp2.782.476 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! (1,921 reviews)
"Clean and quiet; friendly and helpful staff; breakfast not included."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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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 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.



Catedral Travel Guide