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Top 10 Hotels in Carmen, San José

Our top choices for Carmen hotels

Hotel Pacandé
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Pacandé

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (219)
"Super-friendly staff, good restaurants nearby, great breakfast included. We have stayed here often!"
The price is RM102
RM115 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Pacandé
Hotel Cortez Azul
Living area

Hotel Cortez Azul

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (2)
"Terrible hotel. That same night I bought a plane ticket and returned home. I don't want to comment on my bad experience there."
The price is RM109
RM143 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Hotel Cortez Azul
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Interior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (182)
"I've stay there a few times over the years. Convenient location and comfortable. "
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (723)
"Very nice place."
The price is RM497
RM562 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Outdoor spa tub

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (205)
"Nice"
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Hotel Casa 69
Free daily continental breakfast

Hotel Casa 69

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (265)
"Wonderful hotel! Wonderful staff and very clean. Would definitely stay here again! "
The price is RM232
RM262 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Hotel Casa 69
Ara Macao Inn
Balcony

Ara Macao Inn

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"It was so convenient to walk around everywhere in San Jose! The host was very kind and accommodating even though I didn’t speak much Spanish. I would stay here again!"
The price is RM148
RM167 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Ara Macao Inn
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Terrace/patio

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (587)
"Great"
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Hotel La Amistad
Living area

Hotel La Amistad

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (95)
"Rooms were old. Train came through early in morning and woke me up. Room was damp and smelled that way. No."
Hotel La Amistad
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Casa Conde Hotel & Suites

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (857)
"Beds were comfortable. Very clean"
The price is RM329
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (332)
"Great Hospitality "
The price is RM527
RM595 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Fountain

Hotel Fleur De Lys

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (459)
"Lovely historic hotel in the middle of everything. "
The price is RM245
RM277 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Hotel Colonial
View from room

Hotel Colonial

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (203)
"This hotel is conveniently located in downtown San Jose. Parking was easy enough in a secure lot around the corner. Breakfast was a highlight, with an array of fresh fruits, gallo pinto, and scrambled eggs. Our room (35) had an exceedingly small bathroom and had windows facing the street, though noise was not bad. Our television did not work, but the bed was comfortable enough. "
Hotel Colonial
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Exterior

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very helpful staff, great location, nice rooms and good breakfast."
The price is RM399
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Flat-screen TV

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great service clean good restaurant great location friendly helpful staff "
The price is RM396
RM447 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Hotel Presidente
Floor plan

Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Wonderful hotel! "
The price is RM426
RM482 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Hotel Presidente
Dunn Inn
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dunn Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (599)
"Great staff quiet property very comfortable "
The price is RM291
RM329 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Dunn Inn
Taormina Hotel and Casino
View from room

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (801)
"Good hotel,clean,lobby professional "
The price is RM380
RM596 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Santo Tomas Hotel
Waterslide

Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The staff, check in, location, pool and spa was excellent. "
Santo Tomas Hotel
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Living area

Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (410)
"I had good stay at this hotel , I do recommend you if you want to be nearby museum's and restaurants. "
The price is RM270
RM305 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Hotel Cultura Plaza
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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.

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.

San Jose featuring forests and mountains
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Hospital

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice breakfast "
Victor 1-night trip
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?

Travellers to the Carmen neighbourhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Central Market Alajuela as part of your Carmen travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Carmen?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Pacandé is the highest ranked property in Carmen. This B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Hotel Alajuela.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Carmen?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmen to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Alajuela area.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Carmen.

What is there to do around this Alajuela neighbourhood?

Central Market Alajuela is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Carmen. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Alajuela Cathedral are also worth a stop.