Carmen Travel Guide

San José

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.
A night-time view of a classical-style pavilion with a domed ceiling and four columns.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a balcony, and a street lamp.
A multi-story building with a curved facade, large windows, and a balcony.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, including arched windows and decorative moldings.

Stay near popular Carmen attractions

A gazebo with a dome roof surrounded by trees and a park.

Morazan Park

8.6/10 (937 reviews)
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Top hotels in Carmen

Hotel Castillo

Hotel Castillo

3 out of 5
Avenida 9 y Calle 9 y 11 Detras del ins San José
Fully refundable
The price is 2.390.718 ₫ per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
2.390.718 ₫
2.701.512 ₫ total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa ...
8.4/10 Very good! (35 reviews)
"Good, clean, safe, comfortable with reasonable pricing our food for dinner was awesome with big servings. Sadie our server was proficient good and friendly. We had beef/ steak tacos 🌮 and rice with shrimp 🍤 and both meals were very tasty and reasonable. Star 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 Shelby from Jaco CR & ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Hotel Castillo
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
Avenida Primera, Calles 1 y 3 San José San José
The price is 1.407.935 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
1.407.935 ₫
1.590.966 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (586 reviews)
"Acensores malos"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

3.5 out of 5
5th Street, El Carmen San José San José
The price is 2.545.976 ₫ per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
2.545.976 ₫
2.876.953 ₫ total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (244 reviews)
"Locations"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 out of 5
Avenida 11, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón San José san jose
The price is 2.906.213 ₫ per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
2.906.213 ₫
4.323.869 ₫ total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (970 reviews)
"It is nice place problem is the room very low CLASS shower leak. The floor is very cheap but the place and the location I love it."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Taormina Hotel and Casino
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 out of 5
200 Oeste de la rampa del Hospital San José San José
The price is 1.813.104 ₫ per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
1.813.104 ₫
2.048.808 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (427 reviews)
"Clean rooms nice bar and good free breakfast walking distance to many places"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3 out of 5
Avenida 3 entre calles 9 y 11 San José San Jose
The price is 2.587.554 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
2.587.554 ₫
2.923.860 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
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Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best Carmen 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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