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Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (57 reviews)
"The room was clean. The staff was really courteous and helpful. "
United States
jason
The price is ₩88,403
₩99,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (246 reviews)
"The room was good for the price! The breakfast was a bonus!"
Canada
Sanjida
The price is ₩39,501
₩44,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hotel Pacandé

Orquid Studio 3km From SJO Airport AC

Orquid Studio 3km From SJO Airport AC
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is ₩62,610
₩70,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Orquid Studio 3km From SJO Airport AC

Hotel Cortez Azul

Hotel Cortez Azul
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"It was great for the price! Staff were accommodating. "
United States
Julia
The price is ₩39,081
₩50,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Hotel Cortez Azul

Hotel Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela
3.0 star property
Carmen
6.0 out of 10, (57 reviews)
"Thank you. Perfect for the emergency "
United States
Eudy
The price is ₩44,832
₩50,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Hotel Alajuela

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport

Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
2.5 star property
Carmen
6.0 out of 10, (28 reviews)
"Great stay for a great price. Breakfast was delicious."
United States
Xavier
The price is ₩61,202
₩69,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport

Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport
3.0 star property
Carmen
The price is ₩46,695
₩278,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (224 reviews)
"Airport shuttle is a big plus! The room was clean and perfect for a short stay. Very noisy at night. "
United States
Marie
The price is ₩20,400
₩55,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela
2.0 star property
Carmen
The price is ₩59,862
₩67,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Cozy 1-bedroom Apartment in Central Alajuela

5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft
2.0 star property
Carmen
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The apartment itself is very nice. The noise level was unbearable. The traffic noise all night was very bad. We got no sleep. Thr shower in the apartment os poor. Hot water yes but the shower is bad. The owners hut us with a 5 doller a hour sur charges to get into the apartment a little early. "
United States
Alex
The price is ₩55,653
₩62,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
5 min From Airport SJO Oasis Loft

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
4.0 star property
6.5 km from Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"The breakfast, staff, and the room was amazing. We truly enjoyed our stay and will be back. If you want a nice place to stay close to the airport, I really suggest here!! "
United States
Lamar Renee
The price is ₩275,916
₩311,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,415 reviews)
"This hotel was clean and near the airport, which was what we needed. The hotel restaurant was nice."
United States
Patricia
The price is ₩156,539
₩176,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Hotel Mango

Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"Located in the mountains very close to La Poas. Very fun quirky setting. Nice and quiet overlooking the city. Great typical Costa Rican breakfast included."
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩170,004
₩192,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Altura Hotel

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,439 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, staff was top notch and the breakfast was awesome."
United States
Michael
The price is ₩258,588
₩292,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,626 reviews)
"Great location near the airport with free shuttle bus service."
United States
Kevin
The price is ₩219,117
₩247,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
7.9 km from Carmen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (314 reviews)
"It was all excellent very clean rooms love the place great breakfast too "
United States
Nelson
The price is ₩193,246
₩218,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica

Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica
3.5 star property
13.8 km from Carmen
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Exceptional experience and outstanding hosts!"
United States
Cameron
The price is ₩334,718
₩378,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.6 km from Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,214 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, small parking, close to rhe airport. "
United States
Yuri
The price is ₩323,386
₩365,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
3.2 km from Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Canada
david
The price is ₩171,279
₩193,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Hotel Aeropuerto

Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (550 reviews)
"This resort far exceeded any expectations we had, the views are spectacular and the vibe is very White Lotus, you will not be disappointed "
Canada
JOHN
The price is ₩150,795
₩170,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Poas Volcano Lodge
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Where to stay in Carmen

Find the best Carmen 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 Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.

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.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

La Sabana

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

Pavas

While there might not be top attractions in Pavas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Amusement Park San Jose.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen like?
Travelers to the Carmen neighborhood in Alajuela will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Central Market Alajuela as part of your Carmen travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Carmen?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel el Tucan Alajuela is a highly ranked property in Carmen. This B&B offers free breakfast and a snack bar/deli. Other favorite options in the area include Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel and Hotel Pacandé.
How many hotels will I find in Carmen?
Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations in 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 Carmen, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Carmen.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Carmen?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Carmen, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Alajuela neighborhood?
Central Market Alajuela is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Carmen. When you're sightseeing in Alajuela, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Plaza Real Alajuela are also worth a stop.