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, Auténtico Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Merced. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Sabana Park, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Hotel Milan Costa Rica .

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 45 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.

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A modern pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a large house in the background.

1. Auténtico Hotel

Merced

Ernesto

₩170,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern interior with a staircase, black wicker furniture, and a stone wall.

2. Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Merced

Mengyu

₩68,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hallway with a wooden wall, a staircase, and a potted plant.

3. Hotel San José

Merced

Theseus

₩49,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of the cityscape.

4. Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

Merced

Oswal

₩91,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

5. Hostel Casa Colon

Merced

Tyler

₩103,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

6. Gaudys Hotel

Merced

Ace

₩66,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A two-story building with a sign reading "Del Canteen Costa Rica."

7. Del Cafetal CR

Merced

OMAR

₩33,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An indoor patio with wicker chairs, a glass table, and various potted plants.

8. Casa Hotel Sura

Merced

Max

₩52,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

9. Hotel Quinta Avenida

Merced

Angela

₩48,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

10. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

1.2 km from Merced

Kemal

₩140,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

11. Barceló San José

Uruca, 1.9 km from Merced

lachlan

₩113,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

12. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen, 1.6 km from Merced

"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."

Scott

₩120,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

13. Hotel Presidente

Catedral, 1.6 km from Merced

Brenda

₩160,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

La Sabana, 2.3 km from Merced

Igor

₩192,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

15. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Amón, 1.4 km from Merced

kishore

₩198,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.

16. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Uruca, 2.4 km from Merced

Russell

₩169,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

17. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Carmen, 1.6 km from Merced

Anastasia

₩145,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

18. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

San Bosco, 1.1 km from Merced

Lazaro Garcia

₩165,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, and lush greenery.

19. Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Uruca, 2.5 km from Merced

Woody

₩171,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.

20. Hilton San Jose La Sabana

La Sabana, 2.1 km from Merced

Orlando

₩267,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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Compare popular hotels in Merced

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gaudys Hotel	2.0 star property	8.2 Very good 35 reviews	View
Hotel Milan Costa Rica	3.5 star property	7.8 Good 429 reviews	View
Del Cafetal CR	2.5 star property	8.0 Very good 22 reviews	View
Hostel Casa Colon	2.0 star property	7.8 Good 146 reviews	View
Hotel Quinta Avenida	3.0 star property	7.6 Good 240 reviews	View

Where to stay in Merced

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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.

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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.

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La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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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Top Merced Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Love this hotel the staff are amazing"

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"Limpieza excelente. Atención del personal excelente . Personal amable, responsable. Olvidé mi teléfono. En la zona cercana al comedor; pasaron algunos minutos, pude recogerlo de donde la había colocado. Cómo Enfermera pensionada. Me preocupa. El baño cuando uno se baña , el jabón y otros que usa el piso se pone muy resbaladizo. A mí me ocurrió puse un paño y asunto resuelto. Las personas mayores. Somos muy frágiles y casi siempre cualquier caída. Nos ocasionamos Fracturas en cadera , miembros inferiores o superiores. Ustedes solicitan 25 caracteres."

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

8/10 Good

"This was a short stay that didn’t start well, we booked this hotel because we had a quick overnight before continuing , and it was disappointing that the airport shuttle service was not well coordinated. It was not easy to find the lick-up location but once there, we ended up having to call the hotel after waiting more than 20 minutes. Whoever answered basically blamed us for not being visible to the driver (we were standing right in front of the sign) so he left. Once we arrived at the hotel, all was as expected- clean, friendly staff and good breakfast"

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

10/10 Excellent

"An Exceptional Hotel - Hospitality at Its Finest It was a privilege to have stayed here. The stunning lobby and beautiful restaurant create an atmosphere of sophisticated elegance. But what truly distinguishes this hotel is its remarkable staff. The level of hospitality is outstanding - gracious, attentive, and genuinely caring. Throughout my entire stay, I felt completely looked after, with every need met with warmth and professionalism. I felt genuinely welcomed and valued. An unforgettable stay, and a hotel I wholeheartedly recommend. My sincere appreciation to the entire staff for making my visit so exceptional. Special thank you to Didsy, Fabiola, Carlos, Ronny, Waleska, Adrian, and Fernando."

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Our top choices for Merced hotels

1. Auténtico Hotel

2. Hotel Milan Costa Rica

3. Hotel San José

4. Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana

5. Hostel Casa Colon

6. Gaudys Hotel

7. Del Cafetal CR

8. Casa Hotel Sura

9. Hotel Quinta Avenida

10. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

11. Barceló San José

12. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

13. Hotel Presidente

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

15. Taormina Hotel and Casino

16. Irazu Hotel & Studios

17. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

18. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

19. Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

20. Hilton San Jose La Sabana

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Top Merced Hotel Reviews

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