El Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Visit El Carmen
Stay near popular El Carmen attractions
Things to do
Braulio Carrillo National Park Aerial Tram Experience Pass
Rp1.365.858
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Rp612.885
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
Rp2.965.443
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose
Rp2.293.941
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour
Rp2.719.785
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Spring
Rp3.562.041
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in El Carmen
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
The price is Rp1.516.594 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
Rp1.516.594
Rp1.713.751 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,446 reviews)
"The place is great. The room was spacious and well equipped. The staff was always friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is Rp2.933.468 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
Rp2.933.468
Rp3.314.819 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.806.587 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp1.806.587
Rp2.041.443 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Barceló San José
Urbanización El Robledal, La Uruca, 01150 San José, Costa Rica San José San Jose
The price is Rp1.226.845 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
Rp1.226.845
Rp1.386.335 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is Rp2.113.349 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp2.113.349
Rp2.388.085 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is Rp1.949.151 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
Rp1.949.151
Rp2.202.540 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"The room was always kept clean from our first day to the last. The staff was always very nice and helpful. I will definitely be coming back to Costa Rica and staying at the DoubleTree!!!"
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in El Carmen
Find the best El 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 National Theater of Costa Rica.
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.
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.
