Merced Travel Guide

San José

A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and streets.
A busy street with colorful buildings, pedestrians, and a market stall.
A restaurant with a soda sign, a flower display, and a shoe store in the background.
A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a clock tower.

Stay near popular Merced attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Merced

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Calle 20 Con Avenida 7, Esquina San José San Jose
The price is £42 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£42
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 ...
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel

3 out of 5
Ave 5 and 7, Calle 40 San José San Jose
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £96 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£96
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (679 reviews)
"Excellent 👍"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Auténtico Hotel
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is £108 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£108
29 Jul - 30 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! (2,544 reviews)
"Room was great but outside noise was a little much"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

3 out of 5
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is £111 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£111
26 Jul - 27 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! (509 reviews)
"Very clean and nice hotel. Close to airport."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is £117 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£117
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,911 reviews)
"100% recomendando el Hotel Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City. El personal muy amable, las facilidades limpias, ordenadas y cómodas. Lo mejor queda muy cerca del aeropuerto SJO e incluye el transporte ¡Me encantó! . Reservé a través de Expedia y todo excelente !!!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is £101 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£101
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"My wife and I always stay here when we arrive into Costa Rica. We enjoy the convenience of the location by the airport. The accommodations and the hospitality is incredible. The service is impeccable. The rooms are clean and tidy, but most of all the staff is incredible and helpful in every single ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
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Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced 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 Center of Art and Culture.

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 Center of Art and Culture.

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

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.



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