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

1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."

Scott

￥17,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

2. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Carmen

Delia

￥10,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

3. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Carmen

Anastasia

￥17,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

4. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

kishore

￥29,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

cielo

￥23,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

6. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

Andy

￥15,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

7. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

Andres

￥10,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern living room with a large window, a piano, a sofa, and a coffee table.

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

Carmen

carlos julius caesar

￥16,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.

9. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Carmen

Juanita

￥9,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

10. Viajero San José Hostel

Carmen

JOSE MAURICIO

￥6,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

11. Hotel Amón Real

Carmen

Lance

￥8,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A room with a bed, two recliners, a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, and a TV.

12. Hotel Castillo

Carmen

Felicia

￥16,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bar area with wooden stools, a long counter, and pendant lighting.

13. Hotel La Amistad

Carmen

Ricardo

￥8,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A bed with a white towel arranged in a swan shape, a wooden chair, and a dark headboard.

14. Hotel El Maragato

Carmen

Briana

￥6,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging ferns, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

15. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Carmen

Tara

￥7,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A couple seated at a round table with a potted plant, under a decorative metal gazebo in an outdoor setting with greenery and architectural details.

16. Hotel 1492

Carmen

Beatriz

￥9,222 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall, and a wooden floor.

17. Luca

Carmen

￥4,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with chairs, a television, a coffee machine, and a painting on the wall.

18. San José Downtown Suites

Carmen

dave

￥7,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to a covered area, and potted plants.

19. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

Carmen

￥144,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

20. Hotel Presidente

Catedral, 1 km from Carmen

Brenda

￥18,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Viajero San José Hostel	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 61 reviews	View
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 278 reviews	View
Hotel Santo Tomás	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Taormina Hotel and Casino	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 999 reviews	View

Where to stay in Carmen

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

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 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 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

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"The property was great! I would have wished for a bathroom that was a bit more upgraded, as we had upgraded our stay. The staff from start to finish was excellent and helpful!"

Hotel Santo Tomás

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel Santo Tomas is a great find in the heart of old San Jose. From the outside it looks like nothing special, but once you get in, you realize it has lots of charm, a super hospitable staff, and a true historic feel. It’s not a typical tourist hotel but that’s part of the charm. I really enjoyed my stay there and recommend it warmly."

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1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

2. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

3. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

4. Taormina Hotel and Casino

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

6. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

7. Hotel Santo Tomás

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. Hotel El Maragato

15. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

16. Hotel 1492

17. Luca

18. San José Downtown Suites

19. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

20. Hotel Presidente

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