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Our top choices for El Carmen hotels

1. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (61 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and helpful."
Canada
Ming
The price is AEDĀ 163
AEDĀ 184 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

2. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (244 reviews)
"Good stay. The shuttle was nice"
United States
Lucas
The price is AEDĀ 73
AEDĀ 161 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

3. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Arroyo, 0.4 km from El Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (751 reviews)
"Loved that it was reasonably priced, accessible, had breakfast and parking."
United States
Joshua
The price is AEDĀ 248
AEDĀ 280 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

4. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús, 0.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (594 reviews)
"Perfect place"
United States
dor
The price is AEDĀ 97
AEDĀ 135 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

5. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamarƭa, Alajuela, San JosƩ

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamarƭa, Alajuela, San JosƩ
3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, excellent dinner specials "
United States
michael
The price is AEDĀ 115
AEDĀ 192 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamarƭa, Alajuela, San JosƩ

6. Gardens House, Airport Juan SantamarĆ­a, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan SantamarĆ­a, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Amazing place si relaxing and welcoming"
Canada
Manon
The price is AEDĀ 124
AEDĀ 141 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Gardens House, Airport Juan SantamarĆ­a, Alajuela, San Jose

7. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
La AgonĆ­a, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (611 reviews)
"This was a great place to spend the night before heading to the airport. The host was very kind, the breakfast was delicious, and the room and patio were lovely. There was also a secure parking lot with a gate."
United States
Laura
The price is AEDĀ 306
AEDĀ 346 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos, 1.1 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,089 reviews)
"Great stay close to the airport"
United States
Nicole
The price is AEDĀ 419
AEDĀ 473 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

9. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.4 km from El Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,191 reviews)
"Great location from the airport and great transportation"
Canada
Gregory
The price is AEDĀ 342
AEDĀ 386 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10. Aloj Entero 1km Juan SantamarĆ­a Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan SantamarĆ­a Airport
3.5 star property
1.4 km from El Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a late arrival or catch a very early flight.. Spaces and clean... Will stay again next time if we arrived late or catch an early flight "
United States
Lam
The price is AEDĀ 308
AEDĀ 367 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Aloj Entero 1km Juan SantamarĆ­a Airport

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.4 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent stay."
United States
Kimberly
The price is AEDĀ 426
AEDĀ 482 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

12. Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
2.3 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (713 reviews)
"Wonderful great place to relax before or after your flight "
United States
Nancy
The price is AEDĀ 307
AEDĀ 346 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Trapp Family Country Inn

13. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,678 reviews)
"Amazing place and amazing price, will definitely stay there again"
United States
Juan
The price is AEDĀ 419
AEDĀ 473 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

14. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
2.6 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,720 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Nidia
The price is AEDĀ 403
AEDĀ 455 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

15. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.7 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,508 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Mexico
Jorge Isai
The price is AEDĀ 293
AEDĀ 332 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Hotel Mango

16. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
3.2 km from El Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff responded to my questions over expedia very quickly and had transportation ready for me on time as promised. Great low stress stay before heading to the airport early the next morning."
United States
Claudia
The price is AEDĀ 248
AEDĀ 280 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Hotel Aeropuerto

17. Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
3.6 km from El Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (884 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, the breakfast was excellent and the room was quiet"
United States
Phillip
The price is AEDĀ 232
AEDĀ 262 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Berlor Airport Inn

18. Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
3.8 km from El Carmen
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (683 reviews)
"it a good place to stay if you are stating they're one"
United States
Marisol
The price is AEDĀ 249
AEDĀ 343 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Brillasol Airport Hotel

19. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal
3.0 star property
3.8 km from El Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (462 reviews)
"Excellent attention, and the room and property were fantastic. Great beds and shower. You get exactly what is seen and described by the advertisement."
United States
Camielle
The price is AEDĀ 489
AEDĀ 553 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Hotel Pibi Boreal

20. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
4.2 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (814 reviews)
"Place was nice, food at the restaurant was very tasty"
United States
CURTIS
The price is AEDĀ 236
AEDĀ 267 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Villa San Ignacio
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Where to stay in El Carmen

Find the best El Carmen 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.

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.

La Sabana

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

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

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Frequently asked questions

What is El Carmen like?
Travelers to the El Carmen neighborhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay.
What's the best accommodation in Carmen?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel PacandƩ is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmen. This B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi.
How many hotels will I find in El Carmen?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodations in El Carmen to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Alajuela area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Carmen, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in El Carmen.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to El Carmen?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to El Carmen, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Alajuela neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of El Carmen with a visit to Juan SantamarĆ­a Park and Central Park. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Central Market Alajuela and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum are also worth a stop.