Merced Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
National Theater of Costa Rica
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose
Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Top hotels in Merced
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
This was the loudest hotel I’ve ever stayed at. And it wasn’t just normal street noises. The design of the hotel is such that some rooms have a window into the lobby. Guests and staff sat at the lobby tables (right outside our random window) talking loudly all night. Light from the lobby also poured ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Barceló San José
Clean room. Room service was pretty good.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Yes the food was fresh and had a good selection of food
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
All Hampton inns the same. Perfect
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Wish the pool was deeper and open longer and also wish the bar was open longer
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
The place was clean and staff was nice but this is an old property. The hallways look horrible and dated, the matresses are not comfortable and bathrooms are the worst part
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merced
San Bosco
While San Bosco isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Sabana Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica 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.
Mata Redonda
While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional.
