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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National Theater of Costa Rica

9.0/10 (1,207 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

Rp2.410.965
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

Rp531.305
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
Day trip Tortuga Island - From San José

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

Rp1.768.041
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch

From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch

Rp2.410.965
per adult
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

Rp987.603
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Aerial Tram Experience: Rainforest Flyover & Nature Gardens

Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass

Rp1.393.002
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass
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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 Rp2.478.919 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp2.478.919
Rp2.801.179 total
12 Aug - 13 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. ...
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 Rp1.827.534 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp1.827.534
Rp2.065.113 total
26 Jul - 27 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Interest was down. Which was limiting Staff were extremely helpful and made lots of suggestions where to eat etc The outside area we couldn’t use as was going to rain. Lovely contemporary decor but would defo book somewhere with an outside area"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 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 Rp201.567 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
Rp201.567
Rp455.540 total
24 Jul - 25 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 ...
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys

3 out of 5
13th street between 2nd and 6th avenue San José San Jose
The price is Rp929.355 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
Rp929.355
Rp1.050.172 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (526 reviews)
"Bad location"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hotel Fleur De Lys
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
The price is Rp2.132.123 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp2.132.123
Rp2.409.299 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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 ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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 Rp2.456.062 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp2.456.062
Rp2.775.350 total
30 Jul - 31 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! (2,611 reviews)
"Muy bueno el cuarto y camas el comedor le Doy un 200% muy amables y mucha atención ya lo estrato"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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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.

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 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 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 Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.

Merced

If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.

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