Merced
San José





Popular places to visit

Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

National Theater of Costa Rica
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
Top hotels in Merced

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
This was the loudest hotel I’ve ever stayed at. And it wasn’t just normal street noises. The design of the hotel is such that some rooms have a window into the lobby. Guests and staff sat at the lobby tables (right outside our random window) talking loudly all night. Light from the lobby also poured ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Barceló San José
I’ve genuinely never stayed anywhere quite like this—and not in a good way. This hotel is so far from 5-star, it’s hard to know where to begin. On arrival, there was just one person working at reception during what we were told is peak season. You’re forced into a single queue for everything—check-in, ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Our experience was excellent.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Excellent hotel. Great staff and shuttle to air port.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Solo pasamos una noche ya que salíamos al otro día de viaje, tiene buena localización porque está cerca del aereopuerto. El personal excelente, al cuarto le hacía falta cariño porque se ve un poco viejo y olía mucho a humedad. El desayuno estuvo muy bueno.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Great place
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merced

San Bosco
San Bosco might not have many top sights, but Museum of Costa Rican Art and Sabana Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Santa Teresa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresa and surrounding area, you can visit Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.

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

Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

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

Mata Redonda
If you're spending some time in Mata Redonda, National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional are top sights worth seeing.

