El Carmen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Carmen
Stay near popular El Carmen attractions
Activities
From San José: All-Inclusive Manuel Antonio Park & Beach Day
AU$175
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose
AU$189
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Doka Coffee-Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Gardens from San José
AU$269
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
AU$238
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best El Carmen Hotel Deals
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
SJO Airport Ave, 4th street Alajuela Alajuela
The price is AU$60 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
AU$60
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Parque Viva and Juan Santamaría Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (247 reviews)
"Cozy"
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
The price is AU$145 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$145
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is AU$262 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$262
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Barceló San José
Urbanización El Robledal, La Uruca, 01150 San José, Costa Rica San José San Jose
The price is AU$149 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$149
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,186 reviews)
"Very nice and comfortable place"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is AU$194 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$194
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,252 reviews)
"Great for a night rest - clean, friendly and good breakfast in am."
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
Plaza Tempo San Rafael
The price is AU$214 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$214
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium ...
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 El Carmen
Find the best El Carmen areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Museum of Costa Rica.
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 Theater of Costa Rica.
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.
