Merced Travel Guide
San José





Stay near popular Merced attractions
Things to do

Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Irazú Volcano Half Day Trip & Virgin of the Angels Basilica
Top hotels in Merced

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Auténtico Hotel
"Muy bueno. Servicio perfecto"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
"Lady at the front desk was rude and unhelpful when we asked for a roll out bed. Initially she said there was no room, however after it was clear there was plenty of room she said it was political. She said she would talk to her manager, however it was obvious she didn’t and didn’t care."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
"The hotel was very clean and the staff was very helpful with suggestions of activities. A tour company is on site which makes planning extremely easy. Car rental is also on site. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
"Excelente lugar para visitar"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
"Amazing stay with great staff who are very accommodating and attentive. We had such a great time, no complaints at all!"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Merced
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.

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 Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ciudad Cariari
Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.








