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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hotel Pacandé	2.5 star property	8.2 Very Good 259 reviews	View
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 243 reviews	View
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 60 reviews	View
Hotel Cortez Azul	2.0 star property	7.0 Good 12 reviews	View
5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft	2.0 star property	4.0 2 reviews	View

Where to stay in El Carmen

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

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 church with a tall spire and a clock tower.

Hospital

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

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A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.

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 historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and new room, no bad smell only the towels are seems smell bad. The reception told me was 5th floor so I was opening a different room. But it should be 2nd floor."

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is extremely clean, beautiful, and comfortable to stay at with a young family of 5. The rooms are beautiful, spacious, modern and clean. The restaurant has great food. It’s a quick 3 minute ride to the airport and the hotel has a clean and easy shuttle that will take you. This hotel is very convenient and high end. Highly recommend"

Hotel Presidente

8/10 Good

"Really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Presidente. The staff were very friendly and helpful; we even got a free room upgrade when we arrived. The room was beautiful as well. The location is hard to beat, being perfectly located in downtown San Jose, and it is gated and feels safe and secure. The only thing I wish was that it is quite pricey with limited amenities (no pool, and airport shuttle is $50, which is about $30 more than an Uber). Additionally, I didn't know, but apparently the breakfast is complimentary if you book directly through the hotel instead of Expedia (if not booked through them, it is $16/person). For the price of the hotel, I wish more amenities were included (like the airport shuttle and breakfast). Otherwise, the hotel is beautiful and wonderfully located, and the staff were fantastic. I would definitely recommend it as long as you don't mind the price."

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

8/10 Good

"Wonderful staff Public areas beautiful. Rooms could stand an upgraded. Our bathroom wasn't clean. Old soap in the soap dish and dust/ bugs in toilet. Maybe the room we had was empty for a while? But overall nice property with multiple pools and a great buffet breakfast with a huge selection."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?

Travelers to the Carmen neighborhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Central Market Alajuela as part of your Carmen travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Carmen?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Pacandé is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmen. This B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi.

How many hotels will I find in Carmen?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations in Carmen to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Alajuela area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmen, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Carmen.

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

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

What is there to do around this Alajuela neighborhood?

Central Market Alajuela is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Carmen. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Plaza Real Alajuela are also worth a stop.

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1. Hotel Pacandé

2. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

3. 5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

4. Hotel Cortez Azul

5. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

6. Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

7. Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families

8. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

9. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

10. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

12. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

13. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

14. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

16. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

17. Hotel Mango

18. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

19. Villa San Ignacio

20. Berlor Airport Inn

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Where to stay in El Carmen

La California

Barrio Escalante

Hospital

La Sabana

Carmen

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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