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

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Pacandé	2.5 star property	8.2 Very good 259 reviews	View
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 243 reviews	View
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 60 reviews	View
Hotel Cortez Azul	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 12 reviews	View
5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft	2.0 star property	4.0 2 reviews	View

Where to stay in El Carmen

Find the best El 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.

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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 Carmen Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Liked the staff service and warm shower water. The shuttle service was perfect."

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is extremely clean, beautiful, and comfortable to stay at with a young family of 5. The rooms are beautiful, spacious, modern and clean. The restaurant has great food. It’s a quick 3 minute ride to the airport and the hotel has a clean and easy shuttle that will take you. This hotel is very convenient and high end. Highly recommend"

Hotel Presidente

8/10 Good

"Really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Presidente. The staff were very friendly and helpful; we even got a free room upgrade when we arrived. The room was beautiful as well. The location is hard to beat, being perfectly located in downtown San Jose, and it is gated and feels safe and secure. The only thing I wish was that it is quite pricey with limited amenities (no pool, and airport shuttle is $50, which is about $30 more than an Uber). Additionally, I didn't know, but apparently the breakfast is complimentary if you book directly through the hotel instead of Expedia (if not booked through them, it is $16/person). For the price of the hotel, I wish more amenities were included (like the airport shuttle and breakfast). Otherwise, the hotel is beautiful and wonderfully located, and the staff were fantastic. I would definitely recommend it as long as you don't mind the price."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?

Travellers to the Carmen neighbourhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Central Market Alajuela as part of your Carmen travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Carmen?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmen to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Alajuela area.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Carmen.

What is there to do around this Alajuela neighbourhood?

Central Market Alajuela is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Carmen. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Plaza Real Alajuela are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for El Carmen hotels

1. Hotel Pacandé

2. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

3. 5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

4. Hotel Cortez Azul

5. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

6. Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

7. Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families

8. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

11. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

12. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

13. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

14. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

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

16. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

17. Hotel Pibi Boreal

18. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

19. Hotel Mango

20. Hotel Your House

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Where to stay in El Carmen

La California

Barrio Escalante

Hospital

La Sabana

Carmen

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

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

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