Carmen Travel Guide

San José

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Top hotels in Carmen

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Central & Second Ave, between 1 & 3, San José
The price is Rp1.713.557 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp1.713.557
Rp1.936.319 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (659 reviews)
"Great place. Very centric and accessible to San Jose Centro facilities and places"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 Rp1.956.003 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp1.956.003
Rp2.210.283 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (162 reviews)
"The building is old, as are the bathroom, carpets and electrical connections. However, the staff is courteous and pleasant and the price was right."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza

3 out of 5
Avenida Central, Calle 5, 25 Mt de la Plaza de la Cultura, San José, San Jose
The price is Rp1.051.968 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.051.968
Rp1.188.724 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (425 reviews)
Great location
"Great place for an overnight. Right in downtown with easy access to just about everything. Room was small but very comfortable, clean and up to date."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Hotel Cultura Plaza
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 Rp1.483.768 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp1.483.768
Rp2.326.822 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa 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! (819 reviews)
"Excellent condition and service"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Taormina Hotel and Casino
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 Rp1.121.702 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.121.702
Rp1.267.523 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (444 reviews)
"It’s situated in the old part of the city and area is a bit dirty."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
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 Rp1.625.619 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp1.625.619
Rp1.836.949 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Evey"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
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Other neighbourhoods around Carmen

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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.

Barrio Escalante
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La California

4/5(1 area review)

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.

La California
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Barrio Dent

Barrio Dent is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica if you have time to explore the area.

Barrio Dent
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Amón

3/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

Amón
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Catedral

If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Catedral
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Santa Teresa

While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.

Santa Teresa


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