El Carmen
Nicoya
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
La Casa de la Cultura
Take the family on an outing to La Casa de la Cultura during your trip to Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Things to do
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
P3,608
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica
P5,112
per adult
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
P3,608
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega
P5,412
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in El Carmen
Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional Santa Cruz Guanacaste
The price is P3,806 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
P3,806
P4,300 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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! (90 reviews)
"Hotel sencillo pero limpio y seguro."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Tierra Encantada Wellness Center
3 km from the Entrance Nosara Guanacaste
The price is P8,826 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
P8,826
P9,974 total
May 31 - Jun 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa cabin in Nosara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nosara Biological Reserve and Playa Pelada ...
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
The price is P13,579 per night from May 28 to May 29
P13,579
P15,344 total
May 28 - May 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Palo Verde National Park is located nearby.
Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya Nicoya
The price is P4,938 per night from May 30 to May 31
P4,938
P5,580 total
May 30 - May 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and Staff was very nice. 👍"
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
Casa Brillasol Samara
Nicoya Sámara Guanacaste
Stay at this vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located nearby.
4/10 (1 review)
"When we arrived the host said he did not have our reservation. The gate was locked. The number on the listing was not an accurate number. It took messaging Expedia to get a new number and the owner did not answer that number. He did respond to Expedia and finally reached out on WhatsApp. They came ..."
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara Sámara Guanacaste
The price is P6,033 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
P6,033
P6,818 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 beach bars. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located nearby.
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.
