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Our top choices for Carmen hotels

Living area

Hotel Cortez Azul

Hotel Cortez Azul
2.0 star property
Carmen
6.6 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"This place was dirty and bug infested"
United States
Roy
The price is NT$820
NT$1,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Hotel Cortez Azul
Terrace/patio

Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (255 reviews)
"The staff was great."
United States
Sarah
The price is NT$871
NT$985 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Hotel Pacandé
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Interior

Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families

Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is NT$1,535
NT$1,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Cozy and Central Apartment in Alajuela, Perfect for Families
Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
Carmen
6.0 out of 10, (64 reviews)
"The Cook Made one of the Best and Delicious Breakfast from my Trip. "
United States
jorge
The price is NT$907
NT$1,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Hotel Alajuela
Ecotours

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (59 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and helpful."
Canada
Ming
The price is NT$1,850
NT$2,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport
3.0 star property
Carmen
The price is NT$979
NT$5,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport
Reception

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
2.5 star property
Carmen
6.0 out of 10, (36 reviews)
"I really do enjoy this hotel. The staff is outstanding. The rooms were nice and big and it is centrally located. "
United States
Lina
The price is NT$1,281
NT$1,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
Interior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (234 reviews)
"Room is basic but clean. All you need for a night stay. Perfect for access to airport!"
United States
Michelle
The price is NT$427
NT$1,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Interior

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is NT$1,257
NT$1,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, City View | Interior

5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft
2.0 star property
Carmen
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The apartment itself is very nice. The noise level was unbearable. The traffic noise all night was very bad. We got no sleep. Thr shower in the apartment os poor. Hot water yes but the shower is bad. The owners hut us with a 5 doller a hour sur charges to get into the apartment a little early. "
United States
Alex
The price is NT$1,221
NT$1,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14
5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft
Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | TV

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (694 reviews)
"Super accommodating,good rooms,and great rooms for the price."
United States
Theodore
The price is NT$327
NT$740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Lobby

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,516 reviews)
"Beautiful place enjoyed always stay there"
United States
Deidalia
The price is NT$3,543
NT$4,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Lobby

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.6 km from Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,164 reviews)
"It was very nice and the staff was wonderful."
United States
Oscar
The price is NT$4,712
NT$5,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio

Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (782 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and very friendly. Very nice place to stay and a great price."
United States
Nate
The price is NT$2,034
NT$2,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Villa San Ignacio
Restaurant

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,467 reviews)
"Very nice and chill place. Resort feel right by the aiport. (not airport hotel feel)"
United States
Mathew
The price is NT$3,023
NT$3,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Hotel Mango
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,676 reviews)
"Perfect hotel near airport."
United Kingdom
Amanda
The price is NT$4,016
NT$4,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
5.6 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful place ! Staff helpful, rooms clean!"
United States
Pierre Serge
The price is NT$5,977
NT$6,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Exterior

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.6 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Good breakfast, parking, shuttle to airport."
Australia
Charles
The price is NT$5,186
NT$5,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Exterior

Alta Las Palomas Hotel

Alta Las Palomas Hotel
4.0 star property
10.6 km from Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (551 reviews)
"Nice and clean room, kind staff, delicious breakfast, nice views."
United States
Aiza
The price is NT$6,072
NT$6,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Alta Las Palomas Hotel
Garden

La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful, and the free breakfast that was included with our stay was delicious. Would definitely stay here again"
Canada
Keena
The price is NT$3,469
NT$3,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
La Riviera Hotel B&B
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Compare popular hotels in Carmen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
8.2
Very Good
255 reviews
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Ecotours
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
59 reviews
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Interior
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
234 reviews
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Living area
Hotel Cortez Azul
2.0 star property
6.6
11 reviews
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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
6.0
64 reviews
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Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best Carmen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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 neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Center of Art and Culture.

Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Center of Art and Culture are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Hospital

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

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Open Photo by Krystalvation

Catedral

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

Top Carmen Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

6/10 Okay
"Afternoon staff not very friendly or helpful. Morning personal much nicer and helpful. Sauna has cracks don’t get hot and enough to sweat. Food was ok"
MRosa 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?
Travelers to the Carmen neighborhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Central Market Alajuela as part of your Carmen travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Carmen?
For your stay in Carmen, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
How many hotels will I find in Carmen?
Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations in Carmen to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Alajuela area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmen, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Carmen.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Carmen?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Carmen, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Alajuela neighborhood?
Central Market Alajuela is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Carmen. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Plaza Real Alajuela are also worth a stop.