El Carmen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Nicoya Colonial Church
You can find out about the history of Nicoya with a trip to Nicoya Colonial Church. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Iglesia de San Blas
You can find out about the history of Nicoya with a visit to Iglesia de San Blas. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Activities
Mountain & Secret Beach Adventure
AU$68
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayaking and Stand-up Paddle Boarding in Costa Rica
AU$121
Per adult
Waterfall, sloth expedition, frogs Blue River also in Costa Rica and Nicaragua
AU$650
Per adult
Our pick of the best El Carmen Hotel Deals
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste
The price is AU$136 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$136
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Parque Bernabela Ramos is located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Clara. Convenient location and the inner courtyard area and pool are very nice. Clean and spacious. Breakfast was tasty."
Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2024
Hotel Nicoya
3rd Av, 11-13 Street, Barrio El Carmen, Nicoya, Guanacaste
Stay at this hotel in Nicoya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Nicoya Colonial Church and Iglesia de San Blas are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (11 reviews)
"Simple place but clean with a small pool. Largest towels we’ve ever had and a decent shower. Nice owners. A fine place for a night on the road."
Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2022
LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA!
High Elevation /180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View
SAMARA
Stay at this villa in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and patios. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Exceptional location
"The property is just as pictured in the listing and is beautiful. Communicating with the property manager was a bit of a challenge. They list a phone number but if you don't have a working cell phone when you land, the number is useless. They suggest communicating by WhatsApp and that is fine, as ..."
Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya, Puerto Humo, San Antonio, Guanacaste
The price is AU$190 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$190
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Palo Verde National Park is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
"the staff was super helpful"
Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024
Finca Lucky Casa Mahagoni
Sámara
The price is AU$168 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$168
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Beautiful and Quiet property, will likely need a 4x4 to access as the driveway is quite steep, but overall a great experience. :)"
Reviewed on 16 May 2024
BRAND NEW family friendly house with pool
Sámara
Stay at this vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
This place is a gem!
"We had a fantastic stay at Casa Tranquila. I can’t say enough positive things about this place. We traveled with our family (kids ages 7 and 9). The place was safe, clean, and comfortable for our family. The property is surrounded by 9’ stucco walls requiring a separate key to enter-we always felt ..."
Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024
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.
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen
Casitas
While Casitas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nicoya Colonial Church and Recaredo Briceno Park.