Top 10 Catedral Hotels of 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Casa 69	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 324 reviews	View
Eco Stay CR	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews	View
Hotel Presidente	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 852 reviews	View
Lolas Hostal	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 50 reviews	View

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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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.

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A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.

Hospital

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

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A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.

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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A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

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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Top Catedral Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing amazing amazing"

Barceló San José

8/10 Good

"We stayed here for the second arm of our vacation. The pool areas were well-maintained. The landscape of biodiversity created a rainforest vibe. The lobby was open and furniture was well situated for lounging around. Clean rooms but outdated with a hint of opulence- so I was not too bothered by the old fashioned decor. The breakfast was average, and lean towards meat lovers and limited vegetarian options. There were no eggs on the buffet, so if you wanted eggs, you have to wait in line to order it. One night, we decided to dine at the buffet, but a 1 minute look at the food items, we decided to eat elsewhere. Another night we decided to get room service, but the hotel phone were inoperable so I had to walk to the lobby area to order. I order seafood rice and it was awful. Big chunks of crab shells (almost chipped a few teeth). The staff was friendly. The shuttle ride to the airport was efficient. The hotel was a bit further from the city center and not many restaurants that you can walk too."

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 of Costa Rica as part of your Catedral travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Catedral?

Based on our traveller data, Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay in Catedral. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hotel Presidente and Costa Rica Guesthouse.

How many hotels will I find in the Catedral area?

Expedia has 46 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 of Costa Rica 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 Municipal Crafts Market, Plaza de la Democracia and Jade Museum. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Casino Fiesta or Asamblea Legislativa.

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.

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Our top choices for Catedral hotels

1. Hotel Presidente

2. Hotel Casa 69

3. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4. Hotel Fleur De Lys

5. Hotel Colonial

6. Costa Rica Guesthouse

7. Hotel Le Bergerac

8. Eco Stay CR

9. casa luca

10. Boutique Hotel Casa Orquídeas

11. Ara Macao Inn

12. Balmoral Suites

13. Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

14. Lolas Hostal

15. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

16. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

17. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

18. Hotel Santo Tomás

19. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

20. Hotel Cultura Plaza

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Where to stay in Catedral

La California

Barrio Escalante

Hospital

La Sabana

Carmen

Top Catedral Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

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