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San José Hotel Guide. Hotels in Carmen, San José, Costa Rica

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Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (848)
"Great staff, clean rooms, nice amenities"
United States
Vincent
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Taormina Hotel and Casino
International cuisine
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (717)
"Very nice hotel, good stay."
United States
Kalvin
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lounge
Hotel Castillo

Hotel Castillo

3.0 star property
Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
"Good food options."
United States
Donald
Hotel Castillo
Front of property
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

4.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (471)
"Wonderful stay "
United States
Antonios
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Waterslide
Santo Tomas Hotel

Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"A wonderful, family owned hotel with a warm romantic feel. "
United States
Louis Randall
Santo Tomas Hotel
Banquet hall
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, (173)
"Everything was grwat since the moment we got there. The staff was very friendly. Our room was great. "
United States
Carmen
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Flat-screen TV
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, (1004)
"Our suite was perfect. And the hotel was just 2 blocks away from the Historical District. The staff were very helpful, and breakfast was delicious."
United States
mary
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
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, (353)
"I had a fantastic stay! The room was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had everything I needed for a comfortable visit. The location was perfect—quiet but still close to everything. The manager was friendly, responsive, and made check-in super easy. I’d definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!"
United States
killraine d
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Dunn Inn

Dunn Inn

3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (616)
"Great place to stay, clean, quiet and great staff"
Canada
Restaurant Equipment
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Dunn Inn
Restaurant
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

2.5 star property
Carmen
7.2 out of 10, Good, (25)
"Comfortable, clean, great hot shower, friendly staff :)"
United States
tara
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
Lobby
Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (449)
"This hotel is located in the center of the city where you can just walk around and see almost all the tourist attractions in San Jose. The hotel itself is simple, clean, and safe. "
United States
Sherwin
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Terrace/patio
Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel

2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Amazing and very helpful staff. Located in a safe neighborhood. Private room was clean and comfortable."
Canada
Pierre
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Viajero San José Hostel
Deluxe Room, City View
San José Downtown Suites

San José Downtown Suites

3.0 star property
Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (31)
"Is located in downtown, which makes it very simple to travel everywhere in San Jose"
Mexico
Jorge
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
San José Downtown Suites
Exterior
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3.0 star property
Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Very nice and helpful staff. Took care of all our needs "
United States
David
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Two Bedroom Second Floor Suite | Living area
Hotel Majestad

Hotel Majestad

3.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (16)
"The staff was very nice and helpful. The room was very clean and everything worked "
United States
Donald Copeland
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hotel Majestad
Terrace/patio
Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492

2.5 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (168)
"I always stay here when I’m in the area "
United States
Gary
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel 1492
Outdoor spa tub
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

3.5 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222)
"Clean place, modern, safe, and easy walking to bars, eateries, and small shops! Will be my go to spot in San Jose next trip!"
United States
James
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Deluxe Penthouse | Living area
Hotel La Amistad

Hotel La Amistad

3.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (100)
"Nice stay"
United States
Russell
Hotel La Amistad
Lobby sitting area
Hotel Aranjuez

Hotel Aranjuez

3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (127)
"The room was very clean, the mattress was fabulous, the staff were very kind and courteous."
United States
Holly
Hotel Aranjuez
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Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 star property
17.1 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"Great stay. would recommend"
United States
David
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Courtyard 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.

La Sabana

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

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

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent
"The check in was seemless. The room was great. Clean and large. The restaurant was not bad and we didn't need to leave the hotel to eat."
Ian Richard 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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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 Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa 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 Taormina Hotel and Casino and Hotel Aranjuez.
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 125 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 National Park, Morazan Park and Parque Espana. Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmen include Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, National Center of Art and Culture and National Museum of Costa Rica. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Jacob Karpio Galería or Plaza de la Democracia.
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.