Carmen Travel Guide
San José





Stay near popular Carmen attractions
Things to do

San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Top hotels in Carmen

Hotel Castillo
"It was a great experience at this hotel. The staff and food and service was great. Safe as well."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
"👍"
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean room. Excellent location being close to shopping and museums"
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
"Excelente localización para ver todo lo relevante de San José, caminando si así lo deseas. El personal del hotel es muy atento. Las comidas en su restaurante El Patio, muy buenas, al igual que el desayuno incluido. Hasta un desayuno carry-out nos dieron el día de nuestra salida, que era a las 4:00 ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Taormina Hotel and Casino
"Great stay with the fellas! Delicious breakfast too"
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Hotel Santo Tomás
"The location is perfect, just a short walk to visit the Central Market, the National Theater, the plaza, and the museums. This beautiful, old hotel has excellent staff who help you enjoy the free breakfast choices, the pool, and their amazing city. The parking is secure and included. Shower grab ..."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Carmen

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.

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 Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.














