El Carmen Travel Guide
Nicoya
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Top hotels in El Carmen

Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional Santa Cruz Guanacaste
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Parque Bernabela Ramos is located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (79 reviews)
Very friendly staff and good breakfast! Rooms were just as advertised. The location was close to super markets, restaurants and a good 45 drive to Tamarindo beach. The staff was very responsive and took care of our dietary needs(vegetarian) during breakfast. The staff also quickly took care of the ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara
100 metros Oeste y 50 metros Sámara Guanacaste
Stay at this hotel in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Personal attention day and night from owner Nathan. He's everywhere when you need him, a truly caring and thoughtful host. Great views from the upper cabin and eating area. Make sure you have 4 wheel drive for the road that leads to this private lodge.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
The price is Rp3.692.920 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
Rp3.692.920
Rp4.173.000 total
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Palo Verde National Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
Kenneth did a great job. Bird tour Dinner & lunch
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya Nicoya
The price is Rp1.175.020 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
Rp1.175.020
Rp1.327.773 total
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nicoya. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura ...
7.8/10 Good! (49 reviews)
Hotel was clean and Staff was very nice. 👍
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara Sámara Guanacaste
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.859.494 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.859.494
Rp2.101.312 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 beach bars. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located nearby.
De mis mejores experiencias en Costa Rica. Servicio increíble, tranquilo, hermoso, privado, romántico, es simplemente perfecto, volvería una y mil veces más
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2024

El Sueño Tropical Hotel
3Km Este Plaza Deporte Carrillo Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
The price is Rp2.493.896 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
Rp2.493.896
Rp2.818.102 total
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Stay was decent , staff was great. But the rooms didn't have hot water again. I stayed there in January and there was no hot water. The same thing happened this time. You have to fix the hot water. Thank you
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen

Casitas
While Casitas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.
