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

Things to do


Top hotels in Carmen

Hotel Castillo

Hotel Castillo

3 out of 5
Avenida 9 y Calle 9 y 11 Detras del ins San José
The price is Rp1.641.205 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
Rp1.641.205
Rp1.854.561 total
15 Jul - 16 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 Rp1.224.850 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
Rp1.224.850
Rp1.384.080 total
17 Jul - 18 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! (584 reviews)
"Los jóvenes del Front Desk, Kendall y todos son excelentes, nos encantó"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
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 Rp1.996.833 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.996.833
Rp2.970.892 total
13 Jul - 14 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! (966 reviews)
"Everything this hotel had to offer was amazing which made for a great stay. Restaurant, Spa, Casino & Bars all on site were all a great experience and made for a great vacation. The downtown location made for a perfect central base for getting out and exploring all of Costa Rica with an agency right ..."

Reviewed on 9 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 Rp1.201.322 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
Rp1.201.322
Rp1.357.494 total
17 Jul - 18 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! (424 reviews)
"Good breakfast great customer service"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3.5 out of 5
Central Ave, between 7th and 9th St San José San Jose
The price is Rp1.940.179 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.940.179
Rp2.192.403 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"El hotel está muy bien ubicado para los doctores que van a endoscopy academy tiene puntos que puede mejorar. pero puedo decir que la comida es muy buena y el trato fue muy agradable tiene algunos problemas con las llaves de acceso que siempre se desprograman pero ellos siempre esta muy dispuestos ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
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 Rp1.883.276 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp1.883.276
Rp2.128.102 total
11 Aug - 12 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! (242 reviews)
"Excellent hotel overall. It is very convenient to everything to see in the central area. It is also close to a lot of nightlife activities including for the LBGTQ+ community. There are 4 packs within walking distance. Don't bother with breakfast. The food is tolerable. You're better off finding a ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
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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.

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 Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ciudad Cariari

Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.



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