Carmen Travel Guide

San José

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.
A night-time view of a classical-style pavilion with a domed ceiling and four columns.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a balcony, and a street lamp.
A multi-story building with a curved facade, large windows, and a balcony.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, including arched windows and decorative moldings.

Stay near popular Carmen attractions

A gazebo with a dome roof surrounded by trees and a park.

Morazan Park

8.6/10 (937 reviews)
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Top hotels in Carmen

Hotel Castillo

Hotel Castillo

3 out of 5
Avenida 9 y Calle 9 y 11 Detras del ins San José
The price is ₹8,666 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹8,666
₹9,793 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa ...
Hotel Castillo
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
Avenida Primera, Calles 1 y 3 San José San José
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹5,108 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
₹5,108
₹5,772 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (593 reviews)
"Un lugar muy acogedor y muy limpio. Personal muy amable."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 out of 5
Avenida 11, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón San José san jose
The price is ₹11,862 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹11,862
₹17,177 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (972 reviews)
"Everything was well thought out !"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Taormina Hotel and Casino
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

3.5 out of 5
5th Street, El Carmen San José San José
The price is ₹9,945 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
₹9,945
₹11,237 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (248 reviews)
"At breakfast the scrambled eggs consistently had egg shell fragments in them. Very unpleasant to chew on. The showers need upgraded. Other than those two items the hotel is beautiful and the staff is very kind and helpful. The rest of the breakfast items were very good. Valet parking was excellent ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás

3 out of 5
7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street, Amón Neighborhood San José San Jose
The price is ₹6,476 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹6,476
₹7,318 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The inside of the hotel was safe and clean. Beautiful woodwork throughout. It was formerly a coffee plantation owners home and has been restored as such. The pool area was really nice, with places to relax and meet up. Comfortable rooms and linens with friendly staff. 3 options for fresh cooked-to-order ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Hotel Santo Tomás
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3 out of 5
Avenida 3 entre calles 9 y 11 San José San Jose
The price is ₹9,122 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
₹9,122
₹10,308 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
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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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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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.

A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.
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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
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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.

A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.

Merced

If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.

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