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

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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, (246 reviews)
"The room was good for the price! The breakfast was a bonus!"
Canada
Sanjida
The price is €25
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Cortez Azul

Hotel Cortez Azul
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Audibility - 100%. To be 2 minutes from the city center."
United States
Anastasia
The price is €29
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Hotel Cortez Azul

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (57 reviews)
"The room was clean. The staff was really courteous and helpful. "
United States
jason
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
Carmen
6.0 out of 10, (57 reviews)
"Thank you. Perfect for the emergency "
United States
Eudy
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Hotel 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 €160
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
2.5 star property
Carmen
6.2 out of 10, (27 reviews)
"Great stay for a great price. Breakfast was delicious."
United States
Xavier
Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (223 reviews)
"Airport shuttle is a big plus! The room was clean and perfect for a short stay. Very noisy at night. "
United States
Marie
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Orquid Studio 3km From SJO Airport AC

Orquid Studio 3km From SJO Airport AC
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Orquid Studio 3km From SJO Airport AC

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 €36
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

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, (221 reviews)
"This was a wonderful place to stay. "
United States
Joe
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 1 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, excellent dinner specials "
United States
michael
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (746 reviews)
"Great spot to start and end a vacation in Costa Rica "
United States
Melitta
Villa San Ignacio

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (664 reviews)
"Super accommodating,good rooms,and great rooms for the price."
United States
Theodore
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (230 reviews)
"Rooms are very clean and the comfort is amazing "
United States
Fortune
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Hotel Quinta Avenida

Loma Tranquila

Loma Tranquila
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (117 reviews)
"Very wonderful view and friendly staff"
Germany
Michelle
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Loma Tranquila

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,411 reviews)
"Restaurant remains very good! "
United States
Mary
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Hotel Mango

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, (509 reviews)
"Cute, clean place with friendly staff. We had a double room with shared bathroom. Great place to stay for a day or 2. "
United States
Marilia
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
16.5 km from Carmen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (372 reviews)
"friendly staff, clean room, great location close to the central market "
United States
JORGE FRANCISCO
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
4.0 star property
6.5 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent and FREE. Better than an other hotel I’ve stayed at. "
United States
David
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
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Compare popular hotels in Carmen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
246 reviews
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Interior
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
223 reviews
View
Ecotours
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
7.6
Good
57 reviews
View
Living area
Hotel Cortez Azul
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
7 reviews
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Reception
Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
2.5 star property
6.2
27 reviews
View

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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold 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.

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

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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?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel el Tucan Alajuela is the highest ranked property in Carmen. This B&B offers free breakfast and a snack bar/deli. Other favourite options in the area include Hotel Pacandé and Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport.
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.