Merced Travel Guide

San José

A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and streets.
A busy street with colorful buildings, pedestrians, and a market stall.
A restaurant with a soda sign, a flower display, and a shoe store in the background.
A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a clock tower.

Stay near popular Merced attractions

Mercado Central

8.4/10 (269 reviews)
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
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Top hotels in Merced

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Calle 20 Con Avenida 7, Esquina San José San Jose
The price is 1.246.365 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
1.246.365 ₫
1.408.393 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel

3 out of 5
Ave 5 and 7, Calle 40 San José San Jose
The price is 2.838.240 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
2.838.240 ₫
3.207.211 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (683 reviews)
"This is a pretty basic, no frills, Hotel. The pool area is nice, and the breakfast was great! Very friendly staff 😊"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Auténtico Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.864.520 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
2.864.520 ₫
3.236.907 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,157 reviews)
"Convenient and the breakfast was very good. We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is 2.930.746 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
2.930.746 ₫
3.311.743 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great staff and great breakfast. Ample parking space."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

3 out of 5
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is 3.193.546 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
3.193.546 ₫
3.608.707 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (560 reviews)
"Very clean. Arrived after restaurant closed after a 24 hour journey so hotel told us we could only buy snacks at hotel shop, they were so expensive...only to discover there were shops and restaurants within walking distance!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
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 3.210.890 ₫ per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
3.210.890 ₫
3.628.306 ₫ total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (2,638 reviews)
"Convenient location"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced 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.

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 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 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 cityscape with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, a highway, and a distant mountain range.

Pavas

While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Plaza Tempo are some notable places to visit nearby.

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