El Carmen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Carmen
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.
Activities
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
NZ$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal
NZ$108
per adult
2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara
NZ$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best El Carmen Hotel Deals
Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional Santa Cruz Guanacaste
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! (86 reviews)
Perfecto para una estancia corta, aunque las instalaciones estan un poco descuidadas, el personal muy amable, la habitación muy limpia y con camas cómodas. El desayuno delicioso.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
The price is NZ$426 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$426
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$135 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
NZ$135
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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 June 2025
Private, spacious, well-equipped & luxurious retreat. Perfect for large groups.
Sámara Guanacaste Province
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
excellent house, as shown. kids had a lot of fun going between the pool and the beach that was close by. really appreciated our host accommodating our family that had a few special situations. we had a great week
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Spacious 5-bedroom house in tranquil Nosara with AC
Nosara Guanacaste Province
Stay at this holiday home in Nosara. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Nosara Biological Reserve and Playa Pelada are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
This is one of the most incredible homes I have ever had the privilege of staying in. Everything about it is perfect. The views are out of this world. The pool is perfect on those hot days. The pool house and casita are AMAZING! Everything was perfect. I can’t recommend this place enough. I’ll be ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 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 ...
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 La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park.
