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.
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
RM237
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal
RM257
per adult
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
RM237
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara
RM257
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 RM241 per night from 5 May to 6 May
RM241
RM272 total
5 May - 6 May
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! (89 reviews)
Buena
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Tierra Encantada Wellness Center
3 km from the Entrance Nosara Guanacaste
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 ...
Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya Nicoya
The price is RM277 per night from 1 May to 2 May
RM277
RM313 total
1 May - 2 May
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (50 reviews)
Hotel was clean and Staff was very nice. 👍
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
The price is RM869 per night from 2 May to 3 May
RM869
RM982 total
2 May - 3 May
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.
Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara Sámara Guanacaste
The price is RM386 per night from 29 May to 30 May
RM386
RM437 total
29 May - 30 May
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.
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
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.
