Carmen Travel Guide
San José
Stay near popular Carmen attractions
Things to do
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
£124
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
£140
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
£127
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
£136
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour
£140
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Carmen
Hotel Pacandé
200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela
The price is £23 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£23
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Juan ...
8.2/10 Very good! (257 reviews)
"Very kind staff. The hotel is located very close to the airport, the bus station, and many shops. It is also very close to Volcano Poas. The free breakfast is a delicious and filling traditional Costa Rican breakfast. I would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is £103 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£103
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,579 reviews)
"Room was very nice, included an iron, which many do not. Free breakfast was very good, as was the wifi. Restaurant was pretty basic, but our waitress Irene was super!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is £80 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£80
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,150 reviews)
"we left at 4am, the shuttle bus to international air port is excellent!"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is £95 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£95
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"The shuttle service was a big disappointment, especially since I took the time to call the hotel and ask for specific instructions. Everything else was 5 stars."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is £99 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£99
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (523 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is £160 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
£160
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Excelente servicio y facilidades"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Carmen
Find the best Carmen areas 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 neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Cariari
Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.
