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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Viajero San José Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 64 reviews	View
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 280 reviews	View
Hotel Santo Tomás	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Hotel Cultura Plaza	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 543 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families in Carmen

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

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

￥14,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best 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.

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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 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

Barceló San José

8/10 Good

"This is an older hotel so don't expect a modern place. It is well kept and has its charm but somethings should be updated such as their computer system and carpets should be changed for hygiene reasons. The check in was extremely slow. There was virtually only one person checking in people, there was 2 people in front of me and it took over 25 minutes and I waited 2 hours for the room."

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

8/10 Good

"Stayed here twice during our October trip. The rooms were clean, the pool was beautiful, the breakfast was generous and the staff was very personable. Only reason I gave 4 ⭐ is because there are no elevators and carrying luggage up to third floor was wild. Doable. But depending on your luggage it can be hard. So travel lightly 😉. Otherwise, we loved it! The AC was phenomenal, the rooms were clean and spacious. I have no complaints. We would stay here again for the convenience of how close it is to the airport."

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

8/10 Good

"Llegamos en la noche a las 11:00 pm. Avisamos q llegábamos tarde. No sabíamos cómo entrar estuvimos como media hora esperando. Hasta que el chofer comenzó a tocar bocina. Al final apareció una señora y abrió una compuerta. Era la misma q nos atendió en el front desk. La señora estaba, no muy amigable. Parecía molesta. Fue el único incidente que podemos decir desagradable en el hotel."

Taormina Hotel and Casino

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was clean and neat, the staff was very friendly and helpful, it is an old building but well maintained, the food at the bar was good but a bit pricey, the drinks were quite expensive also, free breakfast was included and was pretty good, there was free secured underground parking but not recommended for large vehicles. This hotel/casino is a adults only spot that is guest friendly, I would definitely book this hotel again."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?

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.

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

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Carmen, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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.

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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. Taormina Hotel and Casino

4. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

6. Hotel Santo Tomás

7. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

9. Hotel Cultura Plaza

10. Viajero San José Hostel

11. Hotel Amón Real

12. Hotel Castillo

13. Hotel La Amistad

14. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

15. Hotel 1492

16. Hotel El Maragato

17. Luca

18. San José Downtown Suites

19. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

20. Hotel Presidente

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Hotels recommended for families in Carmen

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Where to stay in Carmen

Barrio Escalante

La California

La Sabana

Hospital

Merced

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

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