Title: Merced Travel Guide: Best of Merced, San José Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Merced](https://expedia.co.uk/Merced-San-Jose-Hotels.0-n553248635976396012-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to San José](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San José](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Merced Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Merced.d553248635976396012.Car-Hire-Guide)[Merced Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Merced.d553248635976396012.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Merced Travel Guide ## San José ![Beautiful aerial view go the San Jose Cathedral in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976396012/d33ff28e-9e8a-4212-9731-6a0338f089d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful aerial view go the San Jose Cathedral in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976396012/d33ff28e-9e8a-4212-9731-6a0338f089d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/49e11942-559b-4736-8b99-eaf1d5c10260.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#architecture on the Avenida Central... can't remember where exactly, but I love the #colorful #buildings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/abdb9623-11f6-4e0f-947b-963464397ce7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#flowers #market #sanjose #costarica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/190af157-67d9-4c30-9287-7f7519dd2d13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Merced Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San José travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jos.dx603085) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507595/a90020ae-c78c-4a6b-b4db-8e7642ad88b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabana Park 4/5(4 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101134/b27329da-b981-4821-9424-d629ab914aa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Stadium of Costa Rica 4.5/5(3 reviews) Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d6101134.Attraction) ![Autódromo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355960/58d2e5cc-412d-4d2a-9b47-1f7546f50987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parque Viva Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Attraction) ![Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507591/ffc02a7a-38fa-4cdc-9dc2-79fa04c60bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Park 4/5(1 review) You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Attraction) ![San Jose, Costa Rica, National Museum Building in historic city center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502506/9198f440-9feb-4a49-a1d0-9fb86f5e1bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Museum of Costa Rica 3.5/5(4 reviews) You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502510/18438218-b063-43f9-9baf-a725b0ecabd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Theater 4/5(8 reviews) You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Theater-San-Jose.d502510.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2054373/fcff911d-1325-4e5d-bdab-e9b6d1d9184f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio £64 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details) ![Arenal Volcano Experience Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214544/7df70423-eafc-40be-8c77-f92706b2ef95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose £118 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-experience-full-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1214544.activity-details) ![Arenal Volcano Mega Combo Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214523/02562c43-9305-4aa6-bf2e-1a5e3426a13a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner £141 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details) ![ASSISTTOURS](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/9e7c212b-c73c-457c-b4c9-7631a54b0779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience £134 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano.a44830499.activity-details) ![San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/274749/72dfc7b1-7d8e-4f02-91f1-cead05282f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner £41 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details) ![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ £101 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details) [See all activities in San José](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Merced ![Hotel Milan Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31970000/31960600/31960525/55ed6fbc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Milan Costa Rica Calle 20 Con Avenida 7, Esquina San José San Jose £34 11 Mar - 12 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8/10 Very Good! (337 reviews) Clean and comfortable room Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=31960525&PinnedHotelID=31960525&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396012) ![Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921900/921872/3f2af0e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo £139 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,458 reviews) ok Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=921872&PinnedHotelID=921872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396012) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1039800/1039787/6dfcadbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia £83 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,086 reviews) Very clean room that seemed rather large and kind of empty... I think the main room could have been arranged differently to be more pleasing! The grounds were also very nice! Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1039787&PinnedHotelID=1039787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396012) ![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/85eda134_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló San José Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose £60 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,883 reviews) Great place to stay Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=788912&PinnedHotelID=788912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396012) ![Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546600/115546556/33a8a96f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia £123 6 Mar - 7 Mar 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (235 reviews) Staff was great and rooms were really clean. Close to airport Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=115546556&PinnedHotelID=115546556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396012) ![Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303711/0262b4c1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG 1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela £149 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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! (1,588 reviews) All of the above Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=2303711&PinnedHotelID=2303711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396012) [See all 1,400 properties in Merced](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976396012) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-San-Bosco.dx553248635998149577) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Teresa While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Casa Amarilla. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Santa-Teresa.dx553248635976397456) ![Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384264/98749c1a-b8d4-4163-8e17-d66e06134230.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hospital 3.5/5(6 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hospital.dx553248635976384264) ![La Sabana Park and Costa Rica National Stadium ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976399537/33302895-9bc3-42dc-b5a0-2c26d4a43fe6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Amón 3/5(5 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Amon.dx553248635976399537) ![La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/945975010020155392/24ab4f01-d56b-42df-9008-c5f91bdf60ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Sabana While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-La-Sabana.dx945975010020155392) ![La Sabana Park and Costa Rica National Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975864897/a1393e2d-06e2-4ef8-9e6b-908731da6fca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mata Redonda While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mata-Redonda.dx553248635975864897) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Merced Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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