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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Merced Hotel Deals

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$1,443 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
NT$1,443
NT$1,631 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (416 reviews)
"Subject: Formal Complaint – Bed Bug Infestation in Room 210 and Request for Full Refund Dear Hotel Manager of Hotel Milan I am writing to make a formal complaint about my recent five-night stay at your hotel in Costa Rica, specifically regarding Room 210. From the first morning of my stay, I woke ..."

Reviewed on 2026/8/13

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel

3 out of 5
Ave 5 and 7, Calle 40 San José San Jose
The price is NT$3,449 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
NT$3,449
NT$3,898 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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. ...
Auténtico Hotel
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$2,780 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
NT$2,780
NT$3,141 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
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$3,169 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
NT$3,169
NT$3,581 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
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! (1,009 reviews)
"No clean room for 5 days"

Reviewed on 2026/8/20

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

3 out of 5
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is NT$3,461 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
NT$3,461
NT$3,911 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (600 reviews)
"Instalaciones de primera, ubicación muy buena, personal amable y atento, una hermosa estadía"

Reviewed on 2026/8/21

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is NT$2,432 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
NT$2,432
NT$2,749 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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! (2,142 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful and staff very helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on 2026/8/21

Barceló San José
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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 Casa Amarilla.

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 arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Casa Amarilla and Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

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