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Our top choices for Merced hotels

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers

1. Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (683 reviews)
"Great Hotel. The Neighborhood looks super sketchy but one you enter the hotel it's so beautiful and Safe. The best place is the Pool. Our room had view to it and it was awesome 👌 Would recommend this hotel and come back"
United States
Zuleyka Rodriguez
The price is AED 348
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Auténtico Hotel
Interior

2. Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (410 reviews)
"Staff is very nice and helpful. Place is clean and really decent for what you pay. Location is not super pretty but it's practical especially being next to the bus station. Overall I had a nice stay, thank you :)"
United States
Yasmin
The price is AED 166
AED 187 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Hallway

3. Hotel San José

Hotel San José
2.5 star property
Merced
6.6 out of 10, (24 reviews)
"It was convenient "
United States
Steven Javier
The price is AED 120
AED 135 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Hotel San José
Interior

4. Casa Hotel Sura

Casa Hotel Sura
2.0 star property
Merced
5.2 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"The place was old, but well maintained without air conditioning. The service was okay. "
United States
Max
The price is AED 105
AED 118 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Casa Hotel Sura
Comfort Room | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

5. Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
2.5 star property
Merced
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Todo nos encantó"
Costa Rica
Jenny
The price is AED 220
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
Exterior

6. Del Cafetal CR

Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (21 reviews)
"Clean and staff was gently"
Canada
Dora María
The price is AED 83
AED 93 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Del Cafetal CR
Lobby

7. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (147 reviews)
"Bra rent rum."
Sweden
John
The price is AED 231
AED 261 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hostel Casa Colon
Staircase

8. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (32 reviews)
"It was more of a hostile than a hotel. But the people were friendly, and it was comfortable to stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is AED 192
AED 217 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Gaudys Hotel
Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
Merced
7.6 out of 10, Good, (237 reviews)
"Lots of stores close but the downtown area and nice scenery is about 10 min walk"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is AED 119
AED 134 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

10. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
3.0 star property
18.6 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Simple, somewhat budget friendly hotel. Safe and clean! Great free breakfast, fantastic water pressure in the shower, and very friendly staff. If you are in the Cartago area this is a great choice."
United States
Rick
The price is AED 376
AED 425 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
Lobby

11. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
3.5 star property
8.4 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (908 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast, safe and quiet place"
United States
Jorge Andres
The price is AED 399
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Coffee service

12. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California, 2.5 km from Merced
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"The guy who let us in was super friendly and helpful with how to use the keys. We felt very safe and welcomed. It is a very walkable neighborhood and close to a strip of bars that offer plenty options of food, so you will never be bored. Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Luca
The price is AED 220
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hotel Casa 69
TV

13. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Catedral, 2.5 km from Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (708 reviews)
"The place is always clean, ready for use and peaceful atmosphere"
United States
Dianna
The price is AED 40
AED 92 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

14. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
1.8 km from Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (427 reviews)
"Friendly and responsive staff. Nice bar and restaurant."
United Kingdom
Krishna Bosco
The price is AED 253
AED 286 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Bar (on property)

15. Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral, 2 km from Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (527 reviews)
"Wonderful quaint hotel with great staff"
United States
Theresa
The price is AED 177
AED 200 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Free daily buffet breakfast

16. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.6 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and nice area with parks"
United States
Tsolmon
The price is AED 351
AED 397 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Flat-screen TV

17. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen, 1.6 km from Merced
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The personnel at this hotel are wonderful, the food at the restaurant is terrific, and the location is ideal."
United States
Dr. David
The price is AED 394
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
The Apex | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

18. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 1.6 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and the property was nice"
United States
cara
The price is AED 386
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Presidente
Snack bar

19. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Amón, 1.4 km from Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (972 reviews)
"excellent place to stay!"
United States
Patrick H
The price is AED 438
AED 641 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Waterslide

20. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.4 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Location, beautiful place"
United States
Robert
The price is AED 265
AED 300 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hotel Santo Tomás
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Compare popular hotels in Merced

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers
Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
683 reviews
View
Staircase
Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
8.4
Very Good
32 reviews
View
Exterior
Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
8.2
Very Good
21 reviews
View
Interior
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
410 reviews
View
Lobby
Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
147 reviews
View

Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced areas and neighborhoods 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 neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, a highway, and a distant mountain range.

Pavas

While there might not be top attractions in Pavas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Amusement Park San Jose and Avenida Escazú Shopping Center.

Top Merced Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was great-"
Amanda 6-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Frequently asked questions

What is Merced like?
Travelers to San José's Merced neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Be sure to check out Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón as part of your Merced travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Merced?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Milan Costa Rica is one of the top choices for your stay in Merced. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Auténtico Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Merced?
If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 44 Merced hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merced, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Merced.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Merced?
To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Merced, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Merced?
Mercado Central, Mercado Borbón, and Children's Museum are just a few attractions to check out in Merced. While you're out sightseeing in San José, be sure to visit other sights like Precolumbian Gold Museum or Melico Salazar Theatre.