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Our top choices for El Carmen hotels

A hallway with a bamboo wall, a potted plant, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

1. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (247 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is P1,143
P2,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
A beach scene with two white plastic lounge chairs and a palm tree.

2. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (63 reviews)
"1"
United States
Theodore
The price is P3,110
P3,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

3. Hotel Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
El Carmen
5.8 out of 10, (72 reviews)
"Good for one night"
Canada
Twylla
The price is P2,029
P2,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Alajuela
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos, 1.1 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,179 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is P7,476
P8,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

5. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.4 km from El Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,243 reviews)
"Easy airport location, good breakfast and helpful staff"
United States
Jeremy Lee
The price is P7,515
P8,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern hotel kitchen with a central island, dining area, and bar.

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.4 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
United States
Merri Heather
The price is P7,524
P8,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Pool

7. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
2.6 km from El Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,768 reviews)
"Clean rooms and great amenities and excellent food and staff"
United States
Salvatore
The price is P7,961
P8,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

8. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,705 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
United Kingdom
Suresh
The price is P8,607
P9,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús, 0.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (630 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is P1,835
P2,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a staircase leading to a covered seating area.

10. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Arroyo, 0.4 km from El Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (762 reviews)
"Great owners & staff . Always clean very convenient near airport"
Canada
Tracey
The price is P5,138
P5,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

11. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"Lovely place"
United States
Collin
The price is P2,478
P2,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

12. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.7 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
United States
Danny
The price is P6,961
P7,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hotel Mango
A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

13. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
La Agonía, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (615 reviews)
"Pretty central location and easy walking to many places. They were kind to give me late check in because of my flight. Simple room but everything I needed. Didn't get a chance to have breakfast but I am sure it would have been great."
United States
Gregory
The price is P5,590
P6,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

14. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (74 reviews)
"Randall was very kind and helpful!! We stayed here overnight before our next flight out and it was the perfect stop!!"
Canada
Travis
The price is P1,554
P2,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
7.6 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (715 reviews)
"Neat as always, perfect location."
United States
Shelly
The price is P8,066
P9,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A hotel reception area with a long counter, buffet setup, and elegant chandeliers.

16. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
5.4 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, well kept and located!!"
United States
KRISTIAN
The price is P12,164
P13,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
7.9 km from El Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,500 reviews)
"Good location for the airport."
United States
Joseph
The price is P4,887
P5,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a covered walkway.

18. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
6.6 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Food is good and the pool is nice for kids"
United States
Ivan
The price is P6,241
P7,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered patio, and a garden area.

19. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
4.2 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (832 reviews)
"Great stay at a unique and quiet location!"
United States
Marc
The price is P4,099
P4,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Villa San Ignacio
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

20. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
4.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
Robert
The price is P6,043
P6,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
La Riviera Hotel B&B
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Compare popular hotels in El Carmen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A beach scene with two white plastic lounge chairs and a palm tree.
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
63 reviews
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A hallway with a bamboo wall, a potted plant, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
247 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and large windows with curtains.
Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
5.8
72 reviews
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A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,243 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
2,179 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in El Carmen

A hallway with a bamboo wall, a potted plant, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (247)
The price is P1,143
P2,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Where to stay in El Carmen

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

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.

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.

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.

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is El Carmen like?

Travelers to the El Carmen neighborhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay.

What's the best accommodation in Carmen?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Pacandé is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmen. This B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi.

How many hotels will I find in El Carmen?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations in El 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 El Carmen, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in El Carmen.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to El Carmen?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to El Carmen, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Alajuela neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of El Carmen with a visit to Juan Santamaría Park and Central Park. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Central Market Alajuela and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum are also worth a stop.