Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
Morazan Park
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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Parque Espana
After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Top hotels in Carmen
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
The tricky lady at the front desk tried to charge us twice for the breakfast. Parking place is a nightmare, always closed, dark, alone and you must go out of your car to ask (almost beg) for somebody to walk and open the gate. They offer amenities like a hair dryer. Lie. You must call and wait a ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
The property is in a great location for seeing the main areas of San Jose. The restaurant food and service was great!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
El staff fue súper atento y amables. Los desayunos deliciosos.la habitación limpia . La ubicación muy buena .
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Taormina Hotel and Casino
yes, it was exellent
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
The property was ok but the room was not properly cleaned( hairs in the bathtub and a set of used eye lashes were found in the table next to the bed), the toiled got clogged, it was really disgusting.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Santo Tomas Hotel
Very nice room, very quiet. Breakfast was good and the courtyard lovely.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen
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 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.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mercado Central and National Theater of Costa Rica.
Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.
