El Carmen
Nicoya
Popular places to visit

Nicoya Colonial Church
After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
La Casa de la Cultura
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
El Carmen Hotel Deals

Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional Santa Cruz Guanacaste
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Parque Bernabela Ramos is located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (72 reviews)
Clean room, staff was friendly. Ac. Quiet.
Reviewed on 23 October 2025

Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 735 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
AED 735
AED 830 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Palo Verde National Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
Do not be discouraged by the road to Rancho Humo, what lies at the end turned out to be a real gem. This property is nestled up against the central wetlands of Nicoya peninsula on the shore of the Tempisque river and is a definitive location for birdwatchers from all over. My wife and I are not birdwatchers ...
Reviewed on 18 October 2025

Private, spacious, well-equipped & luxurious retreat. Perfect for large groups.
Sámara Guanacaste Province
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
If I could have stayed a month I would have! Amazing place, location and management was top tier. I will definetly come back!!!
Reviewed on 18 August 2025

Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara Sámara Guanacaste
The price is AED 312 per night from Nov 28 to Nov 29
AED 312
AED 353 total
28 Nov - 29 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 beach bars. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located nearby.
De mis mejores experiencias en Costa Rica. Servicio increíble, tranquilo, hermoso, privado, romántico, es simplemente perfecto, volvería una y mil veces más
Reviewed on 11 August 2024

El Sueño Tropical Hotel
3Km Este Plaza Deporte Carrillo Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
The price is AED 384 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
AED 384
AED 434 total
18 Dec - 19 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Stay was decent , staff was great. But the rooms didn't have hot water again. I stayed there in January and there was no hot water. The same thing happened this time. You have to fix the hot water. Thank you
Reviewed on 20 June 2025

SAMARA - Stunning 2 bedroom House 15 min from the Beach.
Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Rating excellent 25 out of 10. Very pleased. Attentive staff. Spectacular. Ill be back
Reviewed on 12 September 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighborhoods around El Carmen

Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby.
