Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San José's Carmen neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture as part of your Carmen travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Carmen area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 126 Carmen hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmen, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Carmen.

What can I see and do in this San José neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Morazan Park, National Park and Parque Espana. Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmen include Centro Cultural de España, Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and National Museum of Costa Rica. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Jacob Karpio Galería or Plaza de la Democracia.

How can I get around Carmen and the greater San José area?

If you want to venture out of town, San Jose Fercori Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at San Jose Atlantic Station.

The Best Hotels in Carmen, San José - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."

Scott

2.262.356 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

Andy

1.821.533 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Carmen

JOSE MAURICIO

1.414.568 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

11. Hotel Amón Real

Carmen

Lance

1.481.777 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

12. Hotel La Amistad

Carmen

Ricardo

1.699.496 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

13. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Carmen

Juanita

1.837.521 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

14. Otoya1907 Hotel

Carmen

Naomi

932.877 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

15. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Carmen

Tara

1.111.228 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Studio Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

16. Hotel Castillo

Carmen

Felicia

2.671.020 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

17. Hotel 1492

Carmen

Beatriz

1.617.019 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

18. Hotel El Maragato

Carmen

Briana

1.096.985 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Deluxe Single Room, City View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

19. San José Downtown Suites

Carmen

dave

1.168.377 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

20. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

Carmen

23.814.276 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Viajero San José Hostel	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 56 reviews	View
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 277 reviews	View
Hotel Santo Tomás	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 441 reviews	View

Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best Carmen areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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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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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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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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"The room and the Staff were excellent. The dinner, not so much. At the suggestion of the waiter, my daughter and I ordered the rib eye dinner. Med rare. Ours were over cooked and cold. I didn’t eat more than two bites. They did credit me for my meal. Other meals we had there had always been quite good. We won’t let this one instance change our minds on staying here again. This is always our go to hotel."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"My spouse and I checked into this hotel on two separate occasions over a 7-day time span while visiting Costa Rica. It's an absolutely beautiful hotel and country! The staff at the front desk were very helpful and pleasant. They took the time to explain their local currency and point on special coins. The second time we checked in the only thing worth mentioning is that on both check-ins we were never told about the amenities that were available to us on the Hilton Doubletree property next door despite the staff member going into great details about the amenities at the Hilton Homewood Suites. My spouse found out through another visitor in the elevator."

Hotel Santo Tomás

8/10 Good

"The location is perfect, just a short walk to visit the Central Market, the National Theater, the plaza, and the museums. This beautiful, old hotel has excellent staff who help you enjoy the free breakfast choices, the pool, and their amazing city. The parking is secure and included. Shower grab bars and bigger towels would improve this great hotel."

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Our top choices for Carmen hotels

1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

2. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3. Luca

4. Taormina Hotel and Casino

5. Hotel Santo Tomás

6. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

7. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

8. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

9. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

10. Viajero San José Hostel

11. Hotel Amón Real

12. Hotel La Amistad

13. Hotel Cultura Plaza

14. Otoya1907 Hotel

15. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

16. Hotel Castillo

17. Hotel 1492

18. Hotel El Maragato

19. San José Downtown Suites

20. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

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Where to stay in Carmen

La California

Barrio Escalante

La Sabana

Hospital

Catedral

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

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