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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 285 reviews	View
Viajero San José Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 67 reviews	View
Hotel Santo Tomás	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Taormina Hotel and Casino	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families in Carmen

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

AED 365 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best Carmen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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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.

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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.

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A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.

Hospital

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

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A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.

Merced

While visiting Merced, you might make a stop by sights like Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón.

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Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Monty

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Viajero San José Hostel

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

This hostel is better than the pictures advertised, the staff are very friendly and respectful. Plenty of room in the main area to hangout and meet people. Front door is a buzz to open door, which I’m sure makes some people feel more safe. Hostel also offers massage services and I think they do 10 minutes for free with purchase. They have a small shop next door if you need snacks, drinks or a beer, in the back of the shop they have electric scooters you can rent. Staff are very lenient with...

Christian

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

The hotel is charming and beautiful--it was once a coffee magnate's villa. The floors have beautiful tiles and the ceilings are high. There are several lovely furnished terraces to enjoy and a blue tiled hot tub and pool area, with a slide or stairs from one to the other. There is also a workout room. We could not stay for the free breakfast due to our early departure. There is parking at the hotel for a reasonable fee, which we took advantage of as we had a rental car. The front desk folks...

Carol

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

A room with a large bathtub, two chairs, a round table, and a painting on the wall.

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

When I say five stars I don't mean it is the best hotel in the country, I mean it does what it does really well in its price range. This is a comfortable and relaxing place. It is geared towards men who like to rest and watch a lot of sports. It is very clean and the hotel staff is very nice. They were very accommodating. The bartenders are friendly. The food is decent for Costa Rican standards. Sorry but Costa Rica isn't a food paradise. Not bad but nothing you will photograph and remember....

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A hotel lobby with a reception desk, sofas, a staircase, and a chandelier.

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Jason

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, hanging wicker lamps, and potted plants.

Otoya1907 Hotel

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Tom

A hallway with patterned flooring, a chandelier, a bookshelf, and a decorative wall.

Hotel 1492

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Steven

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Ervin

Hotel Amón Real

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Edmundo

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

San José Downtown Suites

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and two patterned pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a wooden chair, and a desk with a chair.

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Carmen

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wooden furniture, and a view of the mountains.

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Ulloa

10/10 Excellent

Jenson

A hotel lobby with wooden paneling, a patterned rug, and tables set for dining.

Hotel Grano de Oro

Hospital

10/10 Excellent

From the moment we stepped from our transfer, we were treated royally - the staff is trained well, very friendly, and efficient! The courtyard, used for meals, was lovely - heaters provided for cooler weather. The menus for both breakfast and dinner offered a variety of local as well as international options. Our standard room was small, but very comfortable. The best feature, for those who love to walk, is the location - a twenty minute stroll from central downtown, near wonderful museums...

NRM

A modern, elongated building with a flat roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Desamparados

10/10 Excellent

I was a little worried during the taxi ride to the hotel that I had made a terrible mistake in picking the hotel as some of the areas look a little rough (by American standards), however, once at the gated hotel I realized that I indeed had made a good choice when choosing the location as the property is incredibly calming and beautiful. Just know that since you are out of the city you will need to use Uber eat or a taxi to get food as there is no onsite restaurant.

kim

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

Peace Lodge

Vara Blanca

10/10 Excellent

We were floored when we first saw the view and the room! It is so special and our first night was quiet and romantic. The grounds are gorgeous. The staff was exceptional! We only had a couple of complaints and when we had the complaints, the staff was eager to help in any way possible. We had an issue with our DVD player-which in our mind wasn't a huge deal because it's so fantastic there you don't really need movies, but we wanted to relax our last night and we couldn't get the DVD player to...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carmen like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San José's Carmen neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture as part of your Carmen travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Carmen?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Castillo is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmen. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas and Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District.

How many hotels are there in the Carmen area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 126 Carmen hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmen, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Carmen.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Carmen?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Carmen, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do in this San José neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at National Park, Morazan Park, and Parque Espana. Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmen include Centro Cultural de España, Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, and National Museum of Costa Rica. While you're out sightseeing in San José, be sure to visit other sights like Jacob Karpio Galería or Plaza de la Democracia.

How can I get around Carmen and the greater San José area?

If you want to venture out of town, San Jose Fercori Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at San Jose Atlantic Station.

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Our top choices for Carmen hotels

1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

2. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3. Hotel Santo Tomás

4. Taormina Hotel and Casino

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

6. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

7. Hotel Cultura Plaza

8. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

9. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

10. Hotel Amón Real

11. Viajero San José Hostel

12. Hotel La Amistad

13. Hotel 1492

14. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

15. Otoya1907 Hotel

16. Hotel El Maragato

17. Luca

18. San José Downtown Suites

19. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

20. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Compare popular hotels in Carmen

Hotels recommended for families in Carmen

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Where to stay in Carmen

Barrio Escalante

La California

La Sabana

Hospital

Merced

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carmen like?

Where is the best place to stay in Carmen?

How many hotels are there in the Carmen area?

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmen, will I receive a refund?

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Carmen?

What can I see and do in this San José neighborhood?

How can I get around Carmen and the greater San José area?