El Carmen
Nicoya
Popular places to visit

Nicoya Colonial Church
4/5(7 reviews)
After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Iglesia de San Blas
After visiting Iglesia de San Blas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
El Carmen Hotel Deals

Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional Santa Cruz Guanacaste
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Parque Bernabela Ramos is located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (74 reviews)
Excellent breakfast and fast service. We enjoyed exploring the grounds. Very nice pool area.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya San Antonio Guanacaste
The price is ₩308,841 per night from Dec 17 to Dec 18
₩308,841
₩348,991 total
Dec 17 - Dec 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Palo Verde National Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
Do not be discouraged by the road to Rancho Humo, what lies at the end turned out to be a real gem. This property is nestled up against the central wetlands of Nicoya peninsula on the shore of the Tempisque river and is a definitive location for birdwatchers from all over. My wife and I are not birdwatchers ...
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Amaj Eco Lodge
Proyecto Montaña, San Fernando de Samara Sámara Guanacaste
The price is ₩163,287 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
₩163,287
₩184,522 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 beach bars. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located nearby.
De mis mejores experiencias en Costa Rica. Servicio increíble, tranquilo, hermoso, privado, romántico, es simplemente perfecto, volvería una y mil veces más
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2024

Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara
100 metros Oeste y 50 metros Sámara Guanacaste
Stay at this hotel in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Really enjoyed our visit!! Breakfast was a daily treat and always a wonderful surprise. Excellent view from our room. Bernard and family were excellent hosts!!!
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

El Sueño Tropical Hotel
3Km Este Plaza Deporte Carrillo Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
Fully refundable
The price is ₩155,293 per night from Dec 19 to Dec 20
₩155,293
₩175,481 total
Dec 19 - Dec 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Stay was decent , staff was great. But the rooms didn't have hot water again. I stayed there in January and there was no hot water. The same thing happened this time. You have to fix the hot water. Thank you
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Casa Brillasol Samara
Nicoya Sámara Guanacaste
Stay at this vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located nearby.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighborhoods around El Carmen

Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby.
