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Our top choices for Carmen hotels

Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff especially Andreas hotel has a lot of character. "
United States
Simeon
The price is NZ$78
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Viajero San José Hostel
Rooftop terrace

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
3.5 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (240 reviews)
"Great accommodations!"
United States
James
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Panoramic Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Hotel Castillo

Hotel Castillo
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Good food options."
United States
Donald
Hotel Castillo
Lobby

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
3.5 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (198 reviews)
"Very responsive staff made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Great hotel! "
United States
Tanika
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Free daily buffet breakfast

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at this property "
Canada
Candice
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Breakfast and dinner served, international cuisine

Hotel La Amistad

Hotel La Amistad
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (110 reviews)
"met good people had a great time"
United States
Timothy
Hotel La Amistad
Property grounds

Santo Tomas Hotel

Santo Tomas Hotel
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The property is really cute, check in was quick, different options for breakfast"
United States
Caitlin
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Santo Tomas Hotel
Reception

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (902 reviews)
"This place was 🔥🔥"
United States
Waqas
The price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Restaurant

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
2.5 star property
Carmen
7.0 out of 10, Good, (31 reviews)
"Clean and close to waterfront. 10 minutes walk to the beach. "
United States
Alexander
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
Reception

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (510 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay. Extremely quite abs you will get aa great night of sleep"
United States
Darrell
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Restaurant

Otoya1907 Hotel

Otoya1907 Hotel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Amazing restaurant and stuff"
United States
Michael
Otoya1907 Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (384 reviews)
"Yes great place"
United States
D'Arcy
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dunn Inn

Dunn Inn
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (631 reviews)
"Everyone was very nice"
United States
Oscar
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Dunn Inn
Deluxe Single Room, City View

San José Downtown Suites

San José Downtown Suites
3.0 star property
Carmen
7.4 out of 10, Good, (40 reviews)
"Is located in downtown, which makes it very simple to travel everywhere in San Jose"
Mexico
Jorge
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
San José Downtown Suites
Property grounds

Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492
2.5 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (177 reviews)
"I always stay here when I’m in the area "
United States
Gary
The price is NZ$101
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Hotel 1492
Reception

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
"Nice place for downtown stay close to museums "
United States
oleh
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Good location, clean hotel, pleasant staff. It was a decent stay for the money. "
United States
Sharon
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Reception

Hotel Majestad

Hotel Majestad
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (22 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and great location in San Jose"
United States
Alexandra
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Hotel Majestad
Terrace/patio

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
4.0 star property
10.8 km from Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean, visually appealing, open plan hotel, fab breakfast, courteous staff."
United States
LYNDA
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4.0 star property
11.4 km from Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,982 reviews)
"Nice place and good breakfast."
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
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Compare popular hotels in Carmen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite
Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
14 reviews
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Rooftop terrace
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
240 reviews
View
Restaurant
Otoya1907 Hotel
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
11 reviews
View
Free daily buffet breakfast
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Panoramic Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Terrace/patio
Hotel Castillo
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
25 reviews
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Our guide on 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.

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.

inauguration of central american games
Photo by Garrett Britton
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.

view from the 5th floor buffet... #architecture
Photo by Krystalvation
Open Photo by Krystalvation

Catedral

If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Beautiful neo gothic church
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Hospital

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

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"My stay at the Sportsmen’s Lodge was incredible. All-inclusion has never been as fortuitous as it is in this place. The staff was well-trained, mindful, and friendly. Cleanliness was a priority. If you can book many nights as I did, take that opportunity!"
Teodoro 27-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San José's Carmen neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit National Center of Art and Culture and Casa Amarilla as part of your Carmen travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Carmen?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Castillo is the highest ranked property in Carmen. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Taormina Hotel and Casino and Hotel Cultura Plaza.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Carmen area?
If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 122 Carmen hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmen, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Carmen.
What can I see and do in this San José neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Morazan Park, National Park and Parque Espana. National Center of Art and Culture and Casa Amarilla are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmen include Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica, Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and Asamblea Legislativa. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as National Museum of Costa Rica or Jacob Karpio Galería.
How can I get around Carmen and the greater San José area?
If you want to venture out of town, San Jose Fercori Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at San Jose Atlantic Station.

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