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 Rp1.628.305 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp1.628.305
Rp1.839.985 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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 ...
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 Rp1.043.327 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp1.043.327
Rp1.178.959 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (596 reviews)
"Was good"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
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 Rp1.734.050 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp1.734.050
Rp1.959.476 total
5 Sept - 6 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (249 reviews)
"At breakfast the scrambled eggs consistently had egg shell fragments in them. Very unpleasant to chew on. The showers need upgraded. Other than those two items the hotel is beautiful and the staff is very kind and helpful. The rest of the breakfast items were very good. Valet parking was excellent ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
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 Rp2.228.725 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp2.228.725
Rp3.227.395 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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 ...
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás

3 out of 5
7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street, Amón Neighborhood San José San Jose
The price is Rp1.121.891 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp1.121.891
Rp1.267.737 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The inside of the hotel was safe and clean. Beautiful woodwork throughout. It was formerly a coffee plantation owners home and has been restored as such. The pool area was really nice, with places to relax and meet up. Comfortable rooms and linens with friendly staff. 3 options for fresh cooked-to-order ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Hotel Santo Tomás
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3 out of 5
Avenida 3 entre calles 9 y 11 San José San Jose
The price is Rp1.713.982 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp1.713.982
Rp1.936.800 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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 and the clean rooms ...
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
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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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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.

Hospital

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

La Sabana

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

Pavas

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



Carmen Travel Guide