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1. Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (416 reviews)
"Just take care about noisy tenants"
United States
abel
The price is NT$1,443
NT$1,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Outdoor pool

2. Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (688 reviews)
"This is a pretty basic, no frills, Hotel. The pool area is nice, and the breakfast was great! Very friendly staff 😊"
United States
Monty
The price is NT$3,449
NT$3,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Auténtico Hotel
Hallway

3. Hotel San José

Hotel San José
2.5 star property
Merced
6.6 out of 10, (26 reviews)
"Hotel was great, staff was nice. Place was a bit sketchy but It has a shop across the street so that was nice Beware has small steps hard with big luggage"
United States
Theseus
The price is NT$1,086
NT$1,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Hotel San José
Interior

4. Casa Hotel Sura

Casa Hotel Sura
2.0 star property
Merced
6.0 out of 10, (6 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
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Casa Hotel Sura
Comfort Room

5. Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
2.5 star property
Merced
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Cumple con lo ofrecido"
United States
Oswal
The price is NT$1,785
NT$2,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
Exterior

6. Del Cafetal CR

Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
Merced
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (22 reviews)
"Close to most Bus Stops ! Great value for its central Location. Thank You Alejandra"
United States
OMAR
The price is NT$718
NT$812 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Del Cafetal CR
Lobby

7. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (147 reviews)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Canada
Tyler
The price is NT$2,193
NT$2,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Hostel Casa Colon
Staircase

8. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (33 reviews)
"Bathrooms always dirty you have to rent a towel"
United States
Ace
The price is NT$1,484
NT$1,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Gaudys Hotel
Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

9. 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$1,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Pool

10. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,347 reviews)
"Good stay if you wanna stay closer to the airport and San Jose!"
United States
Carlina
The price is NT$3,705
NT$4,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Suite, 1 King Bed

11. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
3.5 star property
San Bosco, 1.1 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast"
United States
Richard
The price is NT$3,930
NT$4,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
Front of property

12. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen, 1.4 km from Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (605 reviews)
"Love the place and the staff."
United States
Georvis Rodriguez
The price is NT$2,217
NT$2,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Snack bar

13. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Amón, 1.4 km from Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (983 reviews)
"I enjoy the hotel every time I come to Costa Rica"
United States
Michael
The price is NT$3,851
NT$5,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Breakfast area

14. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.6 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and nice area with parks"
United States
Tsolmon
The price is NT$2,458
NT$2,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Interior detail

15. Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel

Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Hospital, 1.2 km from Merced
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (875 reviews)
"Clean, modern hotel near the airport. Fast check-in/check-out, spotless rooms with all the essentials, and a nice view from the window. Good parking. The full breakfast was great and we were completely satisfied. Recommended!"
United States
Artak
The price is NT$3,679
NT$4,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
Pool

16. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca, 1.9 km from Merced
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,141 reviews)
"Lovely settings A little far out but great if you want to be near the airport Breakfast was amazing Used shuttle from airport"
United Kingdom
sonia
The price is NT$2,577
NT$2,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Barceló San José
Waterslide

17. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.4 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice pool, centrally located for walking around, friendly staff."
United States
Andres
The price is NT$1,999
NT$2,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hotel Santo Tomás
Bar (on property)

18. Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 1.5 km from Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean place, helpful staff, breakfast was great, parking super safe"
United States
Kenneth
The price is NT$3,475
NT$3,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hotel Palma Real
Reception

19. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.5 km from Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (535 reviews)
"Great location, delicious breakfast, and friendly staff. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Juanita
The price is NT$2,359
NT$2,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Terrace/patio

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 2.3 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (816 reviews)
"perfect stay!"
United States
Chandler
The price is NT$3,902
NT$4,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
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Compare popular hotels in Merced

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor pool
Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
688 reviews
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Staircase
Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
33 reviews
View
Exterior
Del Cafetal CR
2.5 star property
8.0
Very Good
22 reviews
View
Interior
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
416 reviews
View
Lobby
Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
147 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 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.

Top Merced Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent
"Instalaciones de primera, ubicación muy buena, personal amable y atento, una hermosa estadía"
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

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 44 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.