El Carmen Travel Guide
Nicoya
Popular places to visit
Nicoya Colonial Church
After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
La Casa de la Cultura
You can spend time studying the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Things to do
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
Rp961.930
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail or Sunset Cruise
Rp2.471.165
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal
Rp1.078.025
per adult
Top hotels in El Carmen
Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3-star 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! (70 reviews)
Clean room, staff was friendly. Ac. Quiet.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya, Puerto Humo, San Antonio, Guanacaste
The price is Rp3.340.200 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp3.340.200
Rp3.774.426 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (38 reviews)
Do not be discouraged by the road to Rancho Humo, what lies at the end turned out to be a real gem. This property is nestled up against the central wetlands of Nicoya peninsula on the shore of the Tempisque river and is a definitive location for birdwatchers from all over. My wife and I are not birdwatchers ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Casa Brillasol Samara
Nicoya, Sámara, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located ...
Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara, Right gate, lot 33, Sámara, Guanacaste
The price is Rp1.253.775 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp1.253.775
Rp1.416.766 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 beach bars. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located ...
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 Rp1.738.741 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
Rp1.738.741
Rp1.964.777 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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
Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya, Carretera Santa Cruz, Nicoya
Stay at this 3-star 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
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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.
