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Our top choices for Merced hotels

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1. Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (409 reviews)
"Staff is very nice and helpful. Place is clean and really decent for what you pay. Location is not super pretty but it's practical especially being next to the bus station. Overall I had a nice stay, thank you :)"
United States
Yasmin
The price is S$66
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9 PM, free pool cabanas, pool loungers

2. Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (681 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 S$175
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Auténtico Hotel
Hallway

3. 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 S$48
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hotel San José
Interior

4. Casa Hotel Sura

Casa Hotel Sura
2.0 star property
Merced
5.2 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"The place was old, but well maintained without air conditioning. The service was okay. "
United States
Max
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Casa Hotel Sura
Down duvets, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

5. 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 S$98
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
Exterior

6. 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 S$30
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Del Cafetal CR
Staircase

7. 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 S$76
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Gaudys Hotel
Lobby

8. 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 S$91
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Hostel Casa Colon
Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

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 S$44
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

10. Hotel Grano de Oro

Hotel Grano de Oro
4.0 star property
San Bosco, 1 km from Merced
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel, I highly recommend."
United States
Cecilia
The price is S$243
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Hotel Grano de Oro
Front of property

11. 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, (588 reviews)
"Love the place and the staff."
United States
Georvis Rodriguez
The price is S$91
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

12. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast"
United States
Richard
The price is S$166
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
Waterslide

13. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 1.4 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"great stay!"
Canada
Paul
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Hotel Santo Tomás
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

14. 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, (1,321 reviews)
"Very well located,the room was nice and clean,breakfast was was good too. "
United States
Erick
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

15. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
4.0 star property
La Sabana, 1.2 km from Merced
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (842 reviews)
"Always a great stay"
United States
Thomas
The price is S$178
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

16. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and nice area with parks"
United States
Tsolmon
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Lobby

17. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Catedral, 1.5 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (838 reviews)
"Staff were extremely helpful in planning day trips from the hotel."
United States
Michael
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool

18. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca, 1.9 km from Merced
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,123 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 S$168
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Barceló San José
Flat-screen TV

19. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen, 1.6 km from Merced
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The personnel at this hotel are wonderful, the food at the restaurant is terrific, and the location is ideal."
United States
Dr. David
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

20. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 1.6 km from Merced
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and the property was nice"
United States
cara
The price is S$166
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Presidente
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Compare popular hotels in Merced

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9 PM, free pool cabanas, pool loungers
Auténtico Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
681 reviews
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Staircase
Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
32 reviews
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Interior
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
409 reviews
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Hallway
Hotel San José
2.5 star property
6.6
24 reviews
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Down duvets, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
2.5 star property
8.0
Very good
2 reviews
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Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced areas 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 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 modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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 large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

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

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 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 Asamblea Legislativa.

Top Merced Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

8/10 Good
"Room was clean, good amenities and fantastic location for the airport so helps with convenience. Breakfast also pretty good, reasonable buffet selection without being too much. Coffee was superb (Britt). Only issue we had was first time staying they only had a room with a sofabed left even though we booked a room with two doubles. Not ideal after 12 or so hours travelling but staff tried to do their best with extra bedding etc."
sofian 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

What is Merced like?
Travellers to San José's Merced neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón as part of your Merced travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Merced?
Based on our traveller 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 neighbourhood is Auténtico Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect 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 accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merced, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Merced.
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, make sure that you visit other sights such as Precolumbian Gold Museum or Melico Salazar Theatre.

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