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Our top choices for Merced hotels

A modern pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a large house in the background.

1. Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (697 reviews)
"Great hotel and an excellent value. They are very friendly and have everything you need."
United States
Ernesto
The price is AED 415
AED 468 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Auténtico Hotel
A modern interior with a staircase, black wicker furniture, and a stone wall.

2. Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (423 reviews)
"Excelente"
United States
Carlos Manuel
The price is AED 166
AED 188 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
A hallway with a wooden wall, a staircase, and a potted plant.

3. Hotel San José

Hotel San José
2.5 star property
Merced
6.8 out of 10, (27 reviews)
"Hotel was great, staff was nice. Place was a bit sketchy but It has a shop across the street so that was nice Beware has small steps hard with big luggage"
United States
Theseus
The price is AED 121
AED 137 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hotel San José
A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

4. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (146 reviews)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Canada
Tyler
The price is AED 232
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hostel Casa Colon
A two-story building with a sign reading "Del Canteen Costa Rica."

5. Del Cafetal CR

Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
Merced
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (22 reviews)
"Close to most Bus Stops ! Great value for its central Location. Thank You Alejandra"
United States
OMAR
The price is AED 83
AED 93 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Del Cafetal CR
A hotel room with a large bed, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of the cityscape.

6. Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
2.5 star property
Merced
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Cumple con lo ofrecido"
United States
Oswal
The price is AED 213
AED 240 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

7. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"Bathrooms always dirty you have to rent a towel"
United States
Ace
The price is AED 179
AED 202 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Gaudys Hotel
An indoor patio with wicker chairs, a glass table, and various potted plants.

8. Casa Hotel Sura

Casa Hotel Sura
2.0 star property
Merced
6.0 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"The place was old, but well maintained without air conditioning. The service was okay. "
United States
Max
The price is AED 94
AED 106 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casa Hotel Sura
A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

9. Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
Merced
7.6 out of 10, Good, (239 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 111
AED 126 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hotel Quinta Avenida
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

10. 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)
"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."
United States
Scott
The price is AED 351
AED 397 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A round dining table with a variety of dishes, drinks, and a view of the sea.

11. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
4.0 star property
La Sabana, 1.2 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (848 reviews)
"Always a great stay"
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 434
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

12. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,339 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, the hotel & property are well kept. Breakfast outside in the courtyard is wonderful and the staff it courteous and professional"
United States
Tony
The price is AED 422
AED 477 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

13. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 1.6 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing hotel!!! Friendly, clean, great food, and centrally located!"
United States
David
The price is AED 371
AED 419 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hotel Presidente
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

14. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
3.5 star property
San Bosco, 1.1 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent Service"
United States
Lazaro Garcia
The price is AED 403
AED 455 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

15. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Catedral, 1.5 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (886 reviews)
"Loved staying here!"
United States
Esteban
The price is AED 449
AED 507 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

16. 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)
"Great hotel."
United States
Anastasia
The price is AED 374
AED 422 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

17. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
3.5 star property
Carmen, 1.5 km from Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (260 reviews)
"Conveniently located, helpful staff & breakfast was great!"
United States
cielo
The price is AED 474
AED 535 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

18. Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 1.5 km from Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean place, helpful staff, breakfast was great, parking super safe"
United States
Kenneth
The price is AED 350
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Palma Real
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

19. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.4 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice pool, centrally located for walking around, friendly staff."
United States
Andres
The price is AED 230
AED 260 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hotel Santo Tomás
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

20. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen, 1.4 km from Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (616 reviews)
"We spent 2 days and everything was wonderful. The hosts were very kind, and the hotel was easy to access. My kids and I absolutely loved it—the cleanliness, , everything was just as we expected."
United States
Delia
The price is AED 207
AED 234 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
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Compare popular hotels in Merced

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a large house in the background.
Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
697 reviews
View
A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.
Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
35 reviews
View
A two-story building with a sign reading "Del Canteen Costa Rica."
Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
8.0
Very good
22 reviews
View
A modern interior with a staircase, black wicker furniture, and a stone wall.
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
423 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
146 reviews
View

Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced 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, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

Top Merced Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were fantastic, breakfast top notch, and room clean. I wasn’t a fan of the coffee pot being broken in our room but truly enjoyed having the small kitchen to put away food or beverages"
Diego 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

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, Auténtico Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Merced. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Sabana Park, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Hotel Milan Costa Rica.
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 45 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.