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Our top choices for Merced hotels

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
Merced
7.6 out of 10, Good, (237 reviews)
"Lots of stores close but the downtown area and nice scenery is about 10 min walk"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is NT$1,035
NT$1,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Exterior

Del Cafetal CR

Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (21 reviews)
"Clean and staff was gently"
Canada
Dora María
The price is NT$661
NT$747 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Del Cafetal CR
Interior

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (406 reviews)
"Places is clean, although very noisy that night. A bunch of obnoxious people hanging out by the lobby"
United States
Kristian
The price is NT$1,563
NT$1,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Interior

Casa Hotel Sura

Casa Hotel Sura
2.0 star property
Merced
5.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"The place was old, but well maintained without air conditioning. The service was okay. "
United States
Max
The price is NT$949
NT$1,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Casa Hotel Sura
Hallway

Hotel San José

Hotel San José
2.5 star property
Merced
6.6 out of 10, (24 reviews)
"It was convenient "
United States
Steven Javier
The price is NT$1,086
NT$1,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Hotel San José
Comfort Room | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
2.5 star property
Merced
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Todo nos encantó"
Costa Rica
Jenny
The price is NT$2,480
NT$2,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
Staircase

Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (32 reviews)
"It was more of a hostile than a hotel. But the people were friendly, and it was comfortable to stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is NT$1,417
NT$1,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Gaudys Hotel
Lobby

Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (147 reviews)
"Bra rent rum."
Sweden
John
The price is NT$2,194
NT$2,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Hostel Casa Colon
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers

Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (679 reviews)
"Great Hotel. The Neighborhood looks super sketchy but one you enter the hotel it's so beautiful and Safe. The best place is the Pool. Our room had view to it and it was awesome 👌 Would recommend this hotel and come back"
United States
Zuleyka Rodriguez
The price is NT$3,835
NT$4,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Auténtico Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
13.5 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,560 reviews)
"Beautiful place enjoyed always stay there"
United States
Deidalia
The price is NT$4,058
NT$4,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio

Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
20.2 km from Merced
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (798 reviews)
"Loved our stay so much the property is huge so many trails the staff was so friendly and accommodating we’ll be back"
United States
Aisha
The price is NT$2,061
NT$2,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Villa San Ignacio
TV

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Catedral, 2.5 km from Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (701 reviews)
"I the hostel served its purpose for the price. Very quiet and the sister property across the street provided the amenities that were not available at the guesthouse. Decent stay, which they had air conditioning."
United States
Aubreion
The price is NT$598
NT$676 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Lobby

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
14.8 km from Merced
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,146 reviews)
"Great place to stay near the Airport. Breakfast was great & room was clean."
United States
Collin
The price is NT$3,044
NT$3,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Restaurant

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
13.4 km from Merced
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,473 reviews)
"Very nice and chill place. Resort feel right by the aiport. (not airport hotel feel)"
United States
Mathew
The price is NT$3,025
NT$3,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Hotel Mango
Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel
3.0 star property
27.9 km from Merced
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, very peaceful with a good local breakfast. A 10 minute drive to Poás Volcano."
United States
Javier
The price is NT$3,604
NT$4,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Altura Hotel
Garden

La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Merced
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 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$3,378
NT$3,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
La Riviera Hotel B&B
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
13.5 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,680 reviews)
"Property was clean, breakfast was very good, staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Michael
The price is NT$3,716
NT$4,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Seasonal outdoor pool

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Merced
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (512 reviews)
"Very clean hotel , delicious breakfast"
United States
Raquel
The price is NT$4,185
NT$4,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Terrace/patio

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
16.3 km from Merced
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (247 reviews)
"A clean, cozy place with friendly people and a delicious breakfast."
United States
Haidy
The price is NT$1,247
NT$1,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Lobby sitting area

Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
12.6 km from Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (869 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very nice!"
Canada
Thomas
The price is NT$2,713
NT$3,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Berlor Airport Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Merced

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Staircase
Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
8.4
Very Good
32 reviews
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Exterior
Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
8.2
Very Good
21 reviews
View
Interior
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
406 reviews
View
Lobby
Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
147 reviews
View
Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
7.6
Good
237 reviews
View

Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced 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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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

Barrio Escalante

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

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
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.

A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.
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.

A historic building with a red roof, a large flag, and a plaza with trees and a checkered pavement.
Photo by Krystalvation
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 Merced Hotel Reviews

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

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

8/10 Good
"Un cuarto limpio con todo lo necesario, el desayuno abundante y muy bien ubicado. Lo recomiendo."
Ana 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

What is Merced like?
Travelers to San José's Merced neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Be sure to check out Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón as part of your Merced travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Merced?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Milan Costa Rica is one of the top choices for your stay in Merced. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Auténtico Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Merced?
If you're searching for places to stay in San José, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 45 Merced hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merced, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Merced.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Merced?
To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Merced, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Merced?
Mercado Central, Mercado Borbón, and Children's Museum are just a few attractions to check out in Merced. While you're out sightseeing in San José, be sure to visit other sights like Precolumbian Gold Museum or Melico Salazar Theatre.