The Best Hotels in Merced, San José - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Auténtico Hotel	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 674 reviews	View
Gaudys Hotel	2.0 star property	8.4 Very good 30 reviews	View
Hotel Milan Costa Rica	3.5 star property	7.8 Good 400 reviews	View
Hostel Casa Colon	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 147 reviews	View
Hotel San José	2.5 star property	6.4 23 reviews	View

Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced 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 Casa Amarilla.

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Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

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.

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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

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Edificio Metalico - an old school in the center of San Jose

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Amarilla and Asamblea Legislativa.

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Top Merced Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"The open design style of the hotel created privacy and homeliness"

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

8/10 Good

"Overall, this was a decent hotel to stay at. It’s only almost 2 yrs old and was very clean. The staff were really nice and helpful. My only complaint is how clearly you can hear what’s going on in the halls. At night we could hear Walkee-talkees from staff and anyone who had a conversation in the halls. We could also hear the elevator. I had to turn on a noise machine to block out the sound. Other than that I would come back. Fabiola, in the restaurant was amazing!"

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"If you have a rental car, this is the place to stay on your final day in CR: You can top off the tank just down the road, drop it off and walk across the street to the hotel. The Denny’s was ok, not much else around within walking distance. Shuttle runs every 15 minutes, 5 mins to the airport. Place is clean, breakfast is good."

Frequently asked questions

What is Merced like?

Travellers to San José's Merced neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Mercado Central and Children's Museum as part of your Merced travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Merced?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Milan Costa Rica is one of the top choices for your stay in Merced. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Auténtico Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Merced?

If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 46 Merced hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merced, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Merced.

What are the top things to see and do in Merced?

Mercado Central, Children's Museum and Mercado Borbón are just a few attractions to check out in Merced. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Precolumbian Gold Museum or Melico Salazar Theatre.

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Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Auténtico Hotel

Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

Del Cafetal CR

Hotel San José

Sura Bed and Breakfast

Hostel Casa Colon

Gaudys Hotel

Hotel Quinta Avenida

Poas Volcano Lodge

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Hotel Mango

Altura Hotel

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Villa San Ignacio

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Brillasol Airport Hotel

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

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Where to stay in Merced

La California

Barrio Escalante

Hospital

La Sabana

Carmen

Top Merced Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

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