What is El Carmen like?

Travelers to the El Carmen neighborhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay.

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 El Carmen?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations in El 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 El 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 El Carmen.

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

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

What is there to do around this Alajuela neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of El Carmen with a visit to Juan Santamaría Park and Central Park. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Central Market Alajuela and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum are also worth a stop.

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A conference room with a long table, several chairs, a sofa, and two small round tables.

1. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

El Carmen

Theodore

￥7,957 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, a plant, and a seating area with stools.

2. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

El Carmen

Daniel

￥6,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

3. Hotel Alajuela

El Carmen

jorge

￥5,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos, 1.1 km from El Carmen

parisa

￥20,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

5. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1.4 km from El Carmen

Maria Olivia

￥17,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1.4 km from El Carmen

Richard

￥20,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

2.6 km from El Carmen

John Ross

￥18,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

8. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

2.5 km from El Carmen

Serena

￥21,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús, 0.5 km from El Carmen

Jason

￥5,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a green wall.

10. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Arroyo, 0.4 km from El Carmen

Alberto

￥12,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

11. Hotel Mango

2.7 km from El Carmen

Robert

￥14,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

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

Bajo Cornizal, 0.9 km from El Carmen

Manon

￥6,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

13. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía, 0.9 km from El Carmen

ORIEL

￥14,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

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

7.9 km from El Carmen

Shaharyar

￥14,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

15. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

5.4 km from El Carmen

KRISTIAN

￥26,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

16. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

6.6 km from El Carmen

Emmanuel

￥18,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

17. La Riviera Hotel B&B

4.5 km from El Carmen

Arthur

￥18,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

7.6 km from El Carmen

Lavasha

￥19,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

19. Villa San Ignacio

4.2 km from El Carmen

Marc

￥11,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

20. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

7.1 km from El Carmen

Carlos

￥15,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels in El Carmen

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 246 reviews	View
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 63 reviews	View
Hotel Alajuela	3.0 star property	5.8 71 reviews	View
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 618 reviews	View
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 257 reviews	View

Where to stay in El Carmen

Find the best El 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 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 National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

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Top El Carmen Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

8/10 Good

"Spent a couple of nights here. Hotel has lovely grounds and breakfast was good. We had use of the level lounge which was a great bonus."

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very good service and the staff are so kind and welcoming , they also gave us tips and tourist attractions me and my family should visit . We enjoyed our stay no complains at all . The breakfast was amazing as well !! The room service as well was top notch"

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Our top choices for El Carmen hotels

1. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

2. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

3. Hotel Alajuela

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

5. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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

8. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

11. Hotel Mango

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

13. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

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

15. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

16. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

17. La Riviera Hotel B&B

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

19. Villa San Ignacio

20. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

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Where to stay in El Carmen

Barrio Escalante

La California

La Sabana

Hospital

Carmen

Top El Carmen Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

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