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Our top choices for Carmen hotels

Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (255 reviews)
"The staff was great."
United States
Sarah
The price is €26
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Cortez Azul

Hotel Cortez Azul
2.0 star property
Carmen
6.6 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"This place was dirty and bug infested"
United States
Roy
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Hotel Cortez Azul

Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families

Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families

Hotel Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
Carmen
6.0 out of 10, (64 reviews)
"The Cook Made one of the Best and Delicious Breakfast from my Trip. "
United States
jorge
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hotel Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (60 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and helpful."
Canada
Ming
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport
3.0 star property
Carmen
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
2.5 star property
Carmen
6.0 out of 10, (36 reviews)
"I really do enjoy this hotel. The staff is outstanding. The rooms were nice and big and it is centrally located. "
United States
Lina
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (235 reviews)
"Room is basic but clean. All you need for a night stay. Perfect for access to airport!"
United States
Michelle
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft
2.0 star property
Carmen
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The apartment itself is very nice. The noise level was unbearable. The traffic noise all night was very bad. We got no sleep. Thr shower in the apartment os poor. Hot water yes but the shower is bad. The owners hut us with a 5 doller a hour sur charges to get into the apartment a little early. "
United States
Alex
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (696 reviews)
"I the hostel served its purpose for the price. Very quiet and the sister property across the street provided the amenities that were not available at the guesthouse. Decent stay, which they had air conditioning."
United States
Aubreion
The price is €20
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 1 km from Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"A clean, cozy place with friendly people and a delicious breakfast."
United States
Haidy
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (790 reviews)
"Loved our stay so much the property is huge so many trails the staff was so friendly and accommodating we’ll be back"
United States
Aisha
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Villa San Ignacio

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Agonía, 0.4 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (566 reviews)
"Great location in Alajuela . Walking distance to great restaurants, cafes, shopping and strolling. Super comfortable bed, nice breakfast and helpful staff ."
United States
Armandina
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (235 reviews)
"Lots of stores close but the downtown area and nice scenery is about 10 min walk"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,529 reviews)
"Beautiful place enjoyed always stay there"
United States
Deidalia
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,463 reviews)
"Very nice and chill place. Resort feel right by the aiport. (not airport hotel feel)"
United States
Mathew
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Hotel Mango

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Crystal
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
3.8 km from Carmen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (674 reviews)
"it a good place to stay if you are stating they're one"
United States
Marisol
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Brillasol Airport Hotel

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location 10 min from san Jose airport. Steakhouse, pool, AC, friendly staff...all you need for a great stay."
Canada
chucri
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
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Compare popular hotels in Carmen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Shopping centre
Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
255 reviews
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Interior
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
235 reviews
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Ecotours
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
60 reviews
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Living area
Hotel Cortez Azul
2.0 star property
6.6
11 reviews
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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
6.0
64 reviews
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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 National Center of Art and Culture.

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 Center of Art and Culture.

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

Hospital

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

Catedral

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?
Travellers to the Carmen neighbourhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Central Market Alajuela as part of your Carmen travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Carmen?
For your stay in Carmen, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Carmen?
Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmen to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Alajuela area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmen, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Carmen.
What is there to do around this Alajuela neighbourhood?
Central Market Alajuela is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Carmen. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Plaza Real Alajuela are also worth a stop.