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San José Hotel Guide. Hotels in Merced, San José, Costa Rica

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Top Trending Hotels Near Merced, San José

Auténtico Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 9 PM, free pool cabanas, pool loungers

Auténtico Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (635)
"Clean, quiet and the restaurant has a very diverse menu. , quiet and the restaurant is very nice and has an very diverse menu. "
Auténtico Hotel
Gaudys Hotel
Printers

Gaudys Hotel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (21)
"This is pretty good for a short stay downtown San Jose. The downside is that it's a hostel, not a hotel. It's weird that they call it a hotel. And of course I had a private room with a private bathroom but this is definitely not a hotel."
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Gaudys Hotel
Del Cafetal CR
Habitación mediana #4 baño compartido -C MATRIMONIAL

Del Cafetal CR

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (16)
"Great for a quick stay"
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Del Cafetal CR
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Interior

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (263)
"Great Place!"
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Hostel Casa Colon
Interior

Hostel Casa Colon

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (142)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Hostel Casa Colon
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Hotel Quinta Avenida

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (195)
"Clean and good price"
The price is €27
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Hotel San José
Hallway

Hotel San José

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (9)
"It was convenient "
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel San José
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
Standard Studio

Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

2.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"Personnel acceuillant mais parlant peu anglais. Seule la demoiselle lors de notre depart nous a compris. Lors de notre premier matin, nous avons pris notre douche a l'eau froide. Déjeuner correct. Personne n'a pu nous aider pour connecter notre nouvelle carte SIM."
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
Villa La Trinidad
Garden

Villa La Trinidad

3.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, (1)
Villa La Trinidad
Sura Bed and Breakfast
Interior

Sura Bed and Breakfast

3.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (3)
"The place was old, but well maintained without air conditioning. The service was okay. "
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Sura Bed and Breakfast
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Garden

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1444)
"Excellent hotel if you want to be close to the airport and restaurants. "
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Porch

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (414)
"Great place to stay if you’re in the area. "
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lobby

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1228)
"Beautiful hotel, excellent staff members and delicious breakfast"
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
View from property

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Nice property for a quick stay over in San jose"
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Villa Margarita
Outdoor pool

Villa Margarita

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"Hostess was amazing! She was up when we arrived late and had a fantastic breakfast for us early the next day. We also LOVED all of the furry friends roaming the property!"
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Villa Margarita
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia
Terrace/patio

Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (155)
"Can’t say enough about Edward and his property. He was such a genuine person and made our experience amazing. The property is very clean and had two separate rooms. Would definitely recommend staying here. Also about eight minutes from the airport!"
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia
Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments
Front of property

Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (214)
"For what we needed, it was sufficient. Lots of holes in the walls, not all of the lights worked, but the price was very good. The location was not far from the airport, but it looked like it was in a rough side of town. The staff was fantastic. "
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
Lobby

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (432)
"Amazing hotel "
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Flat-screen TV

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (323)
"Great Staff, Very Helpful Great place to stay"
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Hotel Mango
Restaurant

Hotel Mango

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1214)
"Good food great service, close to airport"
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hotel Mango
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Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced areas for the activities you enjoy most.
La California map

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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

Barrio Escalante map

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.

San Jose which includes forests and mountains
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Hospital map

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Catedral map

Catedral

If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Carmen map

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.

Frequently asked questions

What is Merced like?

Travellers to San José's Merced neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Mercado Central and Children's Museum as part of your Merced travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Merced?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Auténtico Hotel is the highest ranked property in Merced. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Sabana Park, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other favourite options in the area include Hotel Quinta Avenida and Hotel Milan Costa Rica.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Merced?

If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 48 Merced hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merced, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Merced.

What are the top things to see and do in Merced?

Mercado Central, Children's Museum and Mercado Borbón are just a few attractions to check out in Merced. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Precolumbian Gold Museum or Melico Salazar Theatre.