Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Stay near popular Carmen attractions
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
฿3,682
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
฿4,518
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
฿1,171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Rescate Wildlife Rescue Centre General Admission Ticket
฿1,171
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
฿5,656
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José
฿3,083
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Carmen
Hotel Pacandé
200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela
The price is ฿926 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿926
฿1,046 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Juan ...
8.2/10 Very good! (257 reviews)
"Very kind staff. The hotel is located very close to the airport, the bus station, and many shops. It is also very close to Volcano Poas. The free breakfast is a delicious and filling traditional Costa Rican breakfast. I would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is ฿4,605 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,605
฿5,203 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,591 reviews)
"Very conveniently located for the airport. Clean room, good breakfast and free shuttle to the airport. Perfect for first and last night in San Jose if you want to be close to the airport!!"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,662 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,662
฿4,138 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is ฿4,110 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿4,110
฿4,645 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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. ...
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is ฿4,265 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿4,265
฿4,819 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (531 reviews)
"Loved the property. Great amenities such as pool, buffet breakfast, bar, walking distance to restaurants in close proximity. Shuttle to and from the airport was included and a great benefit when landing in San Jose. Room could accommodate a longer stay with kitchenware, fridge, dishwasher, and cooking ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is ฿6,349 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿6,349
฿7,174 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"I hate to write a negative review but the entire staff at this hotel were terrible including management. Some resorts go above and beyond to help you it was like the complete opposite experience here. The opposite of what customer service should look like."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Carmen
Find the best 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.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Pavas
While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Plaza Tempo are some notable places to visit nearby.
