El Carmen
Nicoya
Popular places to visit
Nicoya Colonial Church
After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
La Casa de la Cultura
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Things to do
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
P3,378
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail or Sunset Cruise
P8,678
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica
P4,951
per adult
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
P3,494
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in El Carmen
Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Parque Bernabela Ramos is located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (70 reviews)
Clean room, staff was friendly. Ac. Quiet.
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya, Puerto Humo, San Antonio, Guanacaste
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P11,793 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
P11,793
P13,327 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Palo Verde National Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
Do not be discouraged by the road to Rancho Humo, what lies at the end turned out to be a real gem. This property is nestled up against the central wetlands of Nicoya peninsula on the shore of the Tempisque river and is a definitive location for birdwatchers from all over. My wife and I are not birdwatchers ...
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara, Right gate, lot 33, Sámara, Guanacaste
The price is P5,012 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
P5,012
P5,664 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 beach bars. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located ...
De mis mejores experiencias en Costa Rica. Servicio increíble, tranquilo, hermoso, privado, romántico, es simplemente perfecto, volvería una y mil veces más
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2024
Casa Brillasol Samara
Nicoya, Sámara, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located ...
El Sueño Tropical Hotel
3Km Este Plaza Deporte Carrillo, Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste
The price is P5,566 per night from Nov 21 to Nov 22
P5,566
P6,290 total
Nov 21 - Nov 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Stay was decent , staff was great. But the rooms didn't have hot water again. I stayed there in January and there was no hot water. The same thing happened this time. You have to fix the hot water. Thank you
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya, Carretera Santa Cruz, Nicoya
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nicoya. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura ...
7.8/10 Good! (49 reviews)
Hotel was clean and Staff was very nice. 👍
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen
Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby.
