Merced

San José

A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and streets.
A busy street with colorful buildings, pedestrians, and a market stall.
A restaurant with a soda sign, a flower display, and a shoe store in the background.
A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a clock tower.

Stay near popular Merced attractions

Mercado Central

8.4/10 (269 reviews)
During your trip to San José, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.
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Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel

3 out of 5
Ave 5 and 7, Calle 40 San José San Jose
The price is NT$3,315 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
NT$3,315
NT$3,746 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (692 reviews)
"Very pleasant environment and room. The breakfast buffet was outstanding."

Reviewed on 2026/9/7

Auténtico Hotel
Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Calle 20 Con Avenida 7, Esquina San José San Jose
The price is NT$1,317 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
NT$1,317
NT$1,489 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is NT$2,981 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
NT$2,981
NT$3,368 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,155 reviews)
"Como siempre la comida y la limpieza muy buena. La mala experiencia fue con el personal de reservaciones qué no fue nada atento."

Reviewed on 2026/9/15

Barceló San José
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is NT$3,209 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
NT$3,209
NT$3,627 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is NT$3,518 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
NT$3,518
NT$3,975 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The property was an older Villa Style Hotel with an amazing layout and beautifully maintained. Very relaxing and so much better than your typical hotel. The staff was amazing and the pool and restaurant area was beautiful! Will never stay anywhere else when passing through San Jose!"

Reviewed on 2026/9/15

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

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

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
The price is NT$2,586 per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
NT$2,586
NT$2,923 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
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Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A panoramic view of a city with a prominent stadium, dense residential areas, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

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 Theater of Costa Rica.

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.
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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 multi-story building with a prominent vertical sign and a curved entrance.
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Open Photo by Krystalvation

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

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