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Our top choices for Carmen hotels

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Santo Tomas Hotel

Santo Tomas Hotel

Santo Tomas Hotel
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The property is really cute, check in was quick, different options for breakfast"
United States
Caitlin
Santo Tomas Hotel
Reception
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (491 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay. Extremely quite abs you will get aa great night of sleep"
United States
Darrell
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"Housekeeping was outstanding. Bar and food was outstanding. Recommend "
United States
Ossie
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Reception
Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Amazing location, great staff, good breakfast. I would highly recommend staying here. Really enjoyed our stay. Felt safe and staff payed attention to our needs and they were alway helpful and kind. "
United States
Wendy
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Rooftop terrace
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
3.5 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"Great accommodations!"
United States
James
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Flat-screen TV
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Among the best locations in downtown; rooms are very quiet, staff members are extremely friendly, especially Alejandra in the front desk. "
United States
Jose
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Reception
Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (882 reviews)
"Overall a pleasant stay "
United States
Mayank
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Restaurant
Otoya1907 Hotel

Otoya1907 Hotel

Otoya1907 Hotel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Otoya1907 is the perfect place to stay to see historic San Jose. It is conveniently located, charming, and comfortable. The staff was friendly helpful, and welcoming. He patiently taught me the door codes and keys. The kitchen area is a bonus. The Cafe Otoya is very nice."
United States
Harriet
Otoya1907 Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at this property "
Canada
Candice
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Lobby
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

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, (189 reviews)
"Very responsive staff made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Great hotel! "
United States
Tanika
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Dunn Inn

Dunn Inn

Dunn Inn
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (627 reviews)
"the staff, the room, the location, all very good. staff very helpful. the food, not so much."
Canada
Kaan
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Dunn Inn
Breakfast and dinner served, international cuisine
Hotel La Amistad

Hotel La Amistad

Hotel La Amistad
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (106 reviews)
"Trains 6 til 9 am Trains 5 til 9pm"
United States
john
Hotel La Amistad
Property grounds
Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492
2.5 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (174 reviews)
"I always stay here when I’m in the area "
United States
Gary
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Hotel 1492
Deluxe Single Room, City View
San José Downtown Suites

San José Downtown Suites

San José Downtown Suites
3.0 star property
Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (37 reviews)
"Is located in downtown, which makes it very simple to travel everywhere in San Jose"
Mexico
Jorge
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
San José Downtown Suites
Panoramic Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Terrace/patio
Hotel Castillo

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
Reception
Hotel Majestad

Hotel Majestad

Hotel Majestad
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (21 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and great location in San Jose"
United States
Alexandra
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Hotel Majestad
Restaurant
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
2.5 star property
Carmen
6.8 out of 10, (30 reviews)
"Clean and close to waterfront. 10 minutes walk to the beach. "
United States
Alexander
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite
Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing staff, clean rooms, clean common areas. Highly recommended."
Canada
Pierre
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Viajero San José Hostel
Front of property
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and very well laid out. The staff was super friendly and very accommodating The restaurant was amazing"
Canada
Sharon
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Lobby
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,352 reviews)
"Great breakfast, nice staff, convenient shuttle, very polite shuttle driver, comfortable bed."
United States
Xiaohong
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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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 Jade Museum.

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.

Catedral

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

La Sabana

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

San Jose which includes forests and mountains
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Hospital

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

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

10/10 Excellent
"The location is unbeatable; you can walk everywhere. Alejandra, the receptionist, was very helpful, friendly, and had a very nice demeanor. We will definitely come back. "
Jose 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

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, Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas is the highest ranked property in Carmen. This hotel offers a casino and 2 bars. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hotel Castillo and Taormina Hotel and Casino.
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 124 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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