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Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Exterior

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Good price, good room, quiet, very good breakfast"
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Dunn Inn
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dunn Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (579)
"In front there is a noisy casino and it is noisy until 5.00 am! Cars, scandal… Very sad as the hotel was convenient. "
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Dunn Inn
Santo Tomas Hotel
Waterslide

Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Very pleasant historical building. Clean and comfortable. Great helpful staff. Location is convenient for walking to museums and interesting old neighborhoods. Severalvery good restaurants nearby."
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Santo Tomas Hotel
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Flat-screen TV

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (302)
"Everyone was so nice. Super Bowl was fun and the service was good"
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Front of property

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (348)
"The outside and general area is not very inviting but once inside everyone was friendly and helpful. Everything was clean and tidy and the room (415) was spacious with all that was promised. The only issue with the room was the movement activated entrance hall light which illuminated every time the bathroom was visited. Annoying in the middle of the night. The hotel is well located for the historic area and most key sites were within walking distance. The breakfast was very nice and quite Costa...
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Lobby lounge

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (116)
"No many places to eat close by"
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Flat-screen TV

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"I love the property and the location but my favorite thing about this property is the staff. So professional, friendly and kind. Really made my stay enjoyable. I love the restaurant, El Patio. The food is fresh and delicious, but again, the staff stands out, especially Marlon, who went above and beyond to make sure I had an amazing dining experience. Thank you so much, Marlon, El Patio and Balmoral Hotel. "
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Living area

Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (320)
"Excellent service, walking distance to downtown, restaurants and museums. Breakfast was included as well which was a bonus"
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Hotel Majestad
Two Bedroom Second Floor Suite | Living area

Hotel Majestad

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6)
"Lillian was a stellar host and great help with coordinating a city tour, offering us food options, and overall a very nice person to talk to. The included breakfast received us from our long travels and the grounds were absolutely breathtaking. This is a quiet hotel that’s conveniently located near the center of the city. "
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel Majestad
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Outdoor spa tub

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (165)
"I’ve stayed at many places but this is definitely one of my favorites. The building looks brand new and very well-maintained. There is a hangout room on the top floor with a huge Tv and coffee machine. Next to it is a small gym with a bathroom and a shower! There is also WiFi that works very well in both rooms! I really love the decoration in my room and the view was amazing. The kitchen was fully equipped with a full sized fridge. The AC and WiFi work very well. There is always a guard at the...
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
International cuisine

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (569)
"Perfect location and wonderful staff"
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel 1492
Interior detail

Hotel 1492

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (151)
"Hot water! The shower could use a new shower head though. It's located in a quiet neighborhood but 15 minutes walk to the National Museum. Great cluster of restaurants in a five minute walk inJardin de Lolita. Nice vintage hotel. Great, quiet sitting area."
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Hotel 1492
Hotel La Amistad
Deluxe Penthouse | Living area

Hotel La Amistad

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (73)
"Unique, rustic hotel. Hostess was very friendly and helpful. Walkable distance from everything I wanted to experience. I would definitely go again. My only advice is to give door handle signs for when to clean and warn guests of the train so they can bring earplugs. Regardless I give them 4.8"
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel La Amistad
Hotel Amón Real
Reception

Hotel Amón Real

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (41)
"Great place to stay in San Jose´. Very close to the shopping district, restaurants and night life. The hotel is very quiet all day, rooms are clean and with lots of space for your suitcases. I highly recommend this place !"
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hotel Amón Real
Hotel Aranjuez
Superior Double Room

Hotel Aranjuez

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (123)
"A wonderful hotel......"
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel Aranjuez
San José Downtown Suites
Deluxe Room, City View

San José Downtown Suites

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4)
"Very safe, secure and centrally located, walking distance to restaurants, museums, theaters, shopping, etc.. No visitors allowed was the only issue I had, so sure you understand this part. Other than that, 24 hr security lets you in safely without any riff-rafts intruding"
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
San José Downtown Suites
Hotel Castillo
Lounge

Hotel Castillo

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"Very convenient, peaceful entertaining place for single men looking for a low cost way to relax and mingle."
The price is €209
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel Castillo
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
Standard Double Room

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (9)
"Small nice hotel in the heart in San Jose on barrio Escalante, very convenient to stay 1-2 nights to enjoy the city and/or night life . Room is average, beds, beddings, towels, soap in the bathroom, no fan or AC, it was a cool weather, so no needed. No elevator for the second floor, about 10 steps. The breakfast is great with traditional Costa Rican gallo pinto, coffee and fruits to start the day. Easy to walk everywhere or call Uber/taxi"
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
Hotel San José
Hallway

Hotel San José

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (7)
"La habitación tenía varias cucarachas grandes, pedimos que por favor las sacaran y echaran algún tipo de insecticida, luego de esperar varios minutos porque supuestamente estaban limpiando, entramos a la habitación y ahí estaban las cucarachas vivitas y en las mismas esquinas, tuvimos que matarlas y sacarlas nosotros mismos. Eran demasiadas, grandes y pequeñas. En adición, el hotel no cuenta con estacionamiento, el carro se tiene que dejar en el borde de la carretera. "
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel San José
Sura Bed and Breakfast
Interior

Sura Bed and Breakfast

3.0 star property
4.0 out of 10, (1)
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Sura Bed and Breakfast
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Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San José's Carmen neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit National Park and Morazan Park as part of your Carmen travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Carmen?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Aranjuez is the highest ranked property in Carmen. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hostel Maragato and Hotel Cultura Plaza.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Carmen area?

If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 77 Carmen hotels and other accommodation options 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 if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Carmen.

What can I see and do in this San José neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at National Park, Morazan Park and Parque Espana. National Center of Art and Culture and Casa Amarilla are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmen include Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica, Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and Asamblea Legislativa. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as National Museum of Costa Rica or Jacob Karpio Galería.

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.