El Carmen
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.
Iglesia de San Blas
After visiting Iglesia de San Blas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Things to do

Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
RM236
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
RM236
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica
RM334
per adult

Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega
RM354
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in El Carmen

Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional Santa Cruz Guanacaste
The price is RM242 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
RM242
RM273 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (92 reviews)
"Hotel sencillo pero limpio y seguro."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Tierra Encantada Wellness Center
3 km from the Entrance Nosara Guanacaste
The price is RM799 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
RM799
RM903 total
2 Jun - 3 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa cabin in Nosara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nosara Biological Reserve and Playa Pelada are located ...

Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
The price is RM872 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
RM872
RM986 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
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.

Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya Nicoya
The price is RM317 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
RM317
RM358 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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! (51 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and Staff was very nice. 👍"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Casa Brillasol Samara
Nicoya Sámara Guanacaste
Stay at this holiday home in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located nearby.
4/10 (1 review)
"When we arrived the host said he did not have our reservation. The gate was locked. The number on the listing was not an accurate number. It took messaging Expedia to get a new number and the owner did not answer that number. He did respond to Expedia and finally reached out on WhatsApp. They came ..."
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara Sámara Guanacaste
The price is RM456 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
RM456
RM515 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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.
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 Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.


