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Our top choices for El Carmen hotels

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1. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (63 reviews)
"1"
United States
Theodore
The price is S$65
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
A hallway with a tiled floor, dark walls, and artwork on the sides.

2. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (246 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is S$53
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

3. Hotel Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
El Carmen
5.8 out of 10, (71 reviews)
"The Cook Made one of the Best and Delicious Breakfast from my Trip. "
United States
jorge
The price is S$46
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hotel Alajuela
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos, 1.1 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,160 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

5. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.4 km from El Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,246 reviews)
"Great place and near the airport."
United States
Kristil
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.4 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel, we have stayed there many times."
United States
Richard
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

7. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,718 reviews)
"Great place to stay, in fact probably the nicest hotel airport I’ve stayed at anywhere. Very clean, friendly staff, and the breakfast was delicious with a lot of variety."
United States
Serena
The price is S$178
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

8. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
2.6 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,761 reviews)
"Convenient to the airport and great place to stay. Great breakfast too!"
United States
John Ross
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús, 0.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (621 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is S$43
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

10. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.7 km from El Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,524 reviews)
"Great experience, good breakfast, clean room, nice pool"
United States
Jacob
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Mango
A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a green wall.

11. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Arroyo, 0.4 km from El Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (758 reviews)
"Good place to have a vacation. Close to many places to visit."
United States
Alberto
The price is S$104
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
A corridor with a wall-mounted light fixture, a potted plant, and a view into a dining area with tables and chairs.

12. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
La Agonía, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (613 reviews)
"Great place to stay Great parking"
United States
ORIEL
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

13. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
3.2 km from El Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice Hotel, friendly staff."
Canada
Michael
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Aeropuerto
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

14. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
5.4 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, well kept and located!!"
United States
KRISTIAN
The price is S$216
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

15. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 0.9 km from El Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (259 reviews)
"Amazing place si relaxing and welcoming"
Canada
Manon
The price is S$52
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

16. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
6.6 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and well located"
United States
Emmanuel
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wooden furniture, and a view of the mountains.

17. Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center
4.0 star property
7.1 km from El Carmen
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Nice new hotel,super breakfast ,very recommended"
United States
sergey
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center
A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

18. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4.0 star property
7.1 km from El Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,116 reviews)
"Great place and beautiful location"
United States
Carlos
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

19. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
4.5 km from El Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, great food."
United States
Arthur
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
La Riviera Hotel B&B
A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

20. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
4.2 km from El Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (824 reviews)
"Great stay at a unique and quiet location!"
United States
Marc
The price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Villa San Ignacio
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Compare popular hotels in El Carmen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A man standing in a heart-shaped structure with a railing, overlooking a sunset with a beach and ocean in the background.
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
63 reviews
View
A hallway with a tiled floor, dark walls, and artwork on the sides.
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
246 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and large windows with curtains.
Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
5.8
71 reviews
View
A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
259 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,246 reviews
View

Where to stay in El Carmen

Find the best El Carmen areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

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 neighbourhood, 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 bridge, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.

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

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.

Top El Carmen Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent
"A very handy hotel for the airport. Not much choice for eating out or otherwise amusing yourself in the surrounding area, which is not at all pedestrian friendly."
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Frequently asked questions

What is El Carmen like?
Travellers to the El Carmen neighbourhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Carmen?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Pacandé is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmen. This B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi.
How many hotels can I expect to find in El Carmen?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options in El 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 El Carmen, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in El Carmen.
What is there to do around this Alajuela neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of El Carmen with a visit to Juan Santamaría Park and Central Park. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Central Market Alajuela and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum are also worth a stop.