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

1. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

"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."

Scott

SAR 406 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

2. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Carmen

Anastasia

SAR 431 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

3. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

jack

SAR 568 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

4. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

Patrick H

SAR 453 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

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

5. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

Yolanda

SAR 257 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

6. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Carmen

MARCIA

SAR 324 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a dining area, and a seating area.

7. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

Carmen

carlos julius caesar

SAR 446 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

8. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Carmen

Juanita

SAR 253 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

9. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

louis

SAR 310 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

10. Hotel Amón Real

Carmen

Lance

SAR 190 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bar area with wooden stools, a long counter, and pendant lighting.

11. Hotel La Amistad

Carmen

Ricardo

SAR 189 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

12. Viajero San José Hostel

Carmen

JOSE MAURICIO

SAR 185 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging ferns, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

13. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Carmen

Tara

SAR 256 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A multi-story building with balconies, a street lamp, and a clear blue sky.

14. Hotel El Maragato

Carmen

Briana

SAR 382 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A couple seated at a round table with a potted plant, under a decorative metal gazebo in an outdoor setting with greenery and architectural details.

15. Hotel 1492

Carmen

Beatriz

SAR 212 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall, and a wooden floor.

16. Luca

Carmen

SAR 109 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to a covered area, and potted plants.

17. Hotel in San Jose Hotel Majestad

Carmen

SAR 3,435 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

18. San José Downtown Suites

Carmen

Robert

SAR 210 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

19. Hotel Presidente

Catedral, 1 km from Carmen

Brian

SAR 478 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

20. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Catedral, 1.2 km from Carmen

John Edward

SAR 588 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Carmen

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 284 reviews	View
Viajero San José Hostel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 66 reviews	View
Hotel Santo Tomás	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Taormina Hotel and Casino	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

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A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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