Carmen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Carmen
Stay near popular Carmen attractions
Activities
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
AU$230
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
AU$251
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From San José: All-Inclusive Manuel Antonio Park & Beach Day
AU$188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose
AU$197
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
AU$235
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Carmen Hotel Deals
Hotel Pacandé
200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela
The price is AU$43 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$43
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Juan ...
8.2/10 Very good! (255 reviews)
"The staff we checked in with was helpful and kind. When we booked we didn’t realize that the room had open air above the window to the hall. You can hear everyone coming and going. The front desk staff emphasized keeping things quiet at night so others can sleep, but the night staff was SO LOUD playing ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is AU$180 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$180
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,530 reviews)
"Everything was great. Always stay here when travelling to Costa Rica"
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is AU$168 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$168
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,889 reviews)
"Se tuvo que llamar .. para mejor servicio"
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is AU$217 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$217
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Everything was great overall! The only disappointment was with the spa. We were hoping to end our last two day with massages, but unfortunately the spa didn’t respond until the following day, so we weren’t able to schedule our appointments. Aside from that, our stay was wonderful. The home was beautiful, ..."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is AU$240 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$240
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (501 reviews)
"Andres, the front desk agent, was pleasant, friendly and gave a warm welcome. The room was clean, spacious, had all the needed amenities. The rooms had good noise control and I enjoyed quiet restful periods Bed was comfortable and sheets smelled clean The pool had debris on the surface but it was ..."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$211 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$211
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,142 reviews)
"beautiful space for the weary traveler. Clean spacious and staff that speaks both English and Spanish."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Carmen
Find the best Carmen areas 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 neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Center of Art and Culture.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Center of Art and Culture.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Cariari
Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.
