Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San José's Carmen neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture as part of your Carmen travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Carmen?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Castillo is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmen. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas and Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District .

How many hotels are there in the Carmen area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 126 Carmen hotels and other accommodations 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 as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Carmen.

What can I see and do in this San José neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at National Park, Morazan Park, and Parque Espana. Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmen include Centro Cultural de España, Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, and National Museum of Costa Rica. While you're out sightseeing in San José, be sure to visit other sights like 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.

Carmen Hotels, San José

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A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."

Scott

P6,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

2. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Carmen

Anastasia

P7,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

3. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Carmen

Delia

P4,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

4. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

kishore

P11,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

cielo

P9,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

6. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

Andy

P6,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

7. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

Andres

P4,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern living room with a large window, a piano, a sofa, and a coffee table.

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

Carmen

carlos julius caesar

P6,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.

9. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Carmen

Juanita

P4,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

10. Hotel Amón Real

Carmen

Lance

P3,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

11. Viajero San José Hostel

Carmen

JOSE MAURICIO

P2,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bar area with wooden stools, a long counter, and pendant lighting.

12. Hotel La Amistad

Carmen

Ricardo

P3,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A room with a bed, two recliners, a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, and a TV.

13. Hotel Castillo

Carmen

Felicia

P6,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A couple seated at a round table with a potted plant, under a decorative metal gazebo in an outdoor setting with greenery and architectural details.

14. Hotel 1492

Carmen

Beatriz

P3,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bed with a white towel arranged in a swan shape, a wooden chair, and a dark headboard.

15. Hotel El Maragato

Carmen

Orlando

P3,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging ferns, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

16. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Carmen

Tara

P3,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall, and a wooden floor.

17. Luca

Carmen

P1,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

18. San José Downtown Suites

Carmen

dave

P2,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to a covered area, and potted plants.

19. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

Carmen

P57,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

20. Hotel Presidente

Catedral, 1 km from Carmen

Brenda

P7,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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Compare popular hotels in Carmen

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Viajero San José Hostel	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 61 reviews	View
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 278 reviews	View
Hotel Santo Tomás	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hotel Cultura Plaza	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 541 reviews	View

Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best Carmen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A panoramic view of a city with a prominent stadium, dense residential areas, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

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 neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

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A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A cityscape with a prominent bridge, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

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A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.

Merced

While visiting Merced, you might make a stop by sights like Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón.

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Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Muy buen desayuno y la amabilidad de el personal"

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed one night to be close to the airport. The room was very clean with all the amenities we needed. Coffee maker and mini fridge in the room. Great air conditioning. Nice big bathroom with really thick towels and shampoo, conditioner and shower gel provided. The morning breakfast and coffee was really good. Had fresh pineapple and watermelon, good coffee, mini pancakes, beef birria. Free transportation to the airport. Staff all very friendly."

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

10/10 Excellent

"The Property is in a fantastic location in the great community Belen. It is close to the city but still far enough away to feel like the country. The People are the most amazing part of this property. Love the kindness and generous nature to help. Great Job Marriot Hacienda!"

Hotel Santo Tomás

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel Santo Tomas is a great find in the heart of old San Jose. From the outside it looks like nothing special, but once you get in, you realize it has lots of charm, a super hospitable staff, and a true historic feel. It’s not a typical tourist hotel but that’s part of the charm. I really enjoyed my stay there and recommend it warmly."

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Our top choices for Carmen hotels

1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

2. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

4. Taormina Hotel and Casino

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

6. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

7. Hotel Santo Tomás

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

9. Hotel Cultura Plaza

10. Hotel Amón Real

11. Viajero San José Hostel

12. Hotel La Amistad

13. Hotel Castillo

14. Hotel 1492

15. Hotel El Maragato

16. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

17. Luca

18. San José Downtown Suites

19. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

20. Hotel Presidente

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Where to stay in Carmen

La California

Barrio Escalante

La Sabana

Hospital

Merced

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

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