El Carmen Travel Guide
Nicoya
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
La Casa de la Cultura
Take the family on an outing to La Casa de la Cultura during your trip to Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Things to do
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
฿1,910
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica
฿2,706
per adult
2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara
฿2,069
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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! (82 reviews)
The room was clean. The hot water in the shower did not work. Cold showers both days. My room was close to the food prep area, so the noise of employees preparing breakfast woke me up very early.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
The price is ฿6,843 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
฿6,843
฿7,733 total
24 Feb - 25 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.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Amazing place, incredible service and wonderful staff. Not a typical hotel stay. It’s remote and on its own incredible property which makes it special. The staff is always available for your needs, the rooms are clean, beds are comfortable and food was delicious. Extremely satisfied with my ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
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.
9.8/10 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
Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya Nicoya
The price is ฿2,177 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
฿2,177
฿2,460 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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 ...
8/10 Very 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
The price is ฿3,437 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
฿3,437
฿3,884 total
25 Mar - 26 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.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Una paz increíble en el lugar, muy acogedor y sus anfitriones muy amables
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
El Sueño Tropical Hotel
3Km Este Plaza Deporte Carrillo Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
The price is ฿4,719 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
฿4,719
฿5,332 total
27 Feb - 28 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 La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park.
