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Interior

1. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (245 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is AEDĀ 73
AEDĀ 161 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Ecotours

2. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (62 reviews)
"1"
United States
Theodore
The price is AEDĀ 165
AEDĀ 186 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
Lobby

3. 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, (1,208 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay"
Canada
Jessica
The price is AEDĀ 371
AEDĀ 419 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

4. 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, (2,106 reviews)
"Great stay close to the airport"
United States
Nicole
The price is AEDĀ 407
AEDĀ 459 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
View from property

5. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent stay."
United States
Kimberly
The price is AEDĀ 434
AEDĀ 490 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Free daily buffet breakfast

6. 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, (2,689 reviews)
"Amazing place and amazing price, will definitely stay there again"
United States
Juan
The price is AEDĀ 395
AEDĀ 446 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Garden

7. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
CorazĆ³n de JesĆŗs, 0.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (606 reviews)
"Great place to stay near airport"
Mexico
Jason
The price is AEDĀ 87
AEDĀ 123 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

8. 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, (754 reviews)
"Nice accommodations and a nice pool, as well. The shuttle to the airport in the morning was a bonus. Staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
James
The price is AEDĀ 251
AEDĀ 283 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Free daily buffet breakfast

9. 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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,736 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Nidia
The price is AEDĀ 389
AEDĀ 440 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Restaurant

10. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.7 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,510 reviews)
"Near airport and excellent rates."
United States
Robert
The price is AEDĀ 315
AEDĀ 356 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Hotel Mango
Garden

11. 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
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
Terrace/patio

12. 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
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Gardens House, Airport Juan SantamarĆ­a, Alajuela, San Jose
Exterior

13. Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
2.3 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (714 reviews)
"Wonderful great place to relax before or after your flight "
United States
Nancy
The price is AEDĀ 300
AEDĀ 339 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Trapp Family Country Inn
Interior

14. 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, (71 reviews)
"Randall was very kind and helpful!! We stayed here overnight before our next flight out and it was the perfect stop!!"
Canada
Travis
The price is AEDĀ 118
AEDĀ 133 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamarƭa, Alajuela, San JosƩ
Interior entrance

15. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
3.2 km from El Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice Hotel, friendly staff."
Canada
Michael
The price is AEDĀ 298
AEDĀ 337 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Hotel Aeropuerto
Front of property

16. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
4.4 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very roomy and updated. Beautiful and so nice to have the steakhouse on property. Breakfast was included and delicious"
United States
Raymond
The price is AEDĀ 369
AEDĀ 417 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Lobby sitting area

17. Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
3.6 km from El Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (891 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, the breakfast was excellent and the room was quiet"
United States
Phillip
The price is AEDĀ 242
AEDĀ 273 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Berlor Airport Inn
Exterior

18. 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
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Hotel Pibi Boreal
Garden

19. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
4.5 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location close to the airport. Great security and customer service. Love the hotel cats and beautiful landscaping. They even have a delicious restaurant right next door!"
United States
Jessie
The price is AEDĀ 346
AEDĀ 392 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
La Riviera Hotel B&B
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio

20. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
4.2 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (816 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.
A panoramic view of a city with a prominent stadium, dense residential areas, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

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 cityscape with a prominent bridge, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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 multi-story building with a prominent vertical sign and a curved entrance.
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Hospital

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

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, EstaciĆ³n del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

Top El Carmen Hotel Reviews

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

8/10 Good
"Excellent staff service and friendly. The grounds were well maintained and luxurious. The executive lounge being open 24 hours a day was also a great amenity for an extra fee. I found blonde hairs on my room floor and was awarded a deep room clean and a $100 credit after I requested it. The Mercedes-Benz airport shuttle was a good service that was complimentary. There are bathrooms throughout the property and there are even parakeets flying around and present on the property. The bed is comfortable and the room was well furnished, as well as the shower, which was large and easy to use."
John T 5-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

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 22 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.