Name: Santo Tomas Hotel
Price range: $67

Score a few bargains, buy a souvenir or try some regional specialties at Mercado Central. This bustling, vibrant place will help you get a true flavor of the local community and culture.

You'll find Mercado Central in the riverside district of Merced. It's free to visit, so you can leave your credit card tucked away in your pocket. While you're in these parts, why not tick off a few other interesting sights, such as National Park, Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater?

Plan a trip to see Mercado Central

Casa Lamia

Valle Pura Vida

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May 30 - Jun 4

Roundtrip flight included

Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)

The view from the front of Casa Lamia is hard to beat. The first night we sat and watched the sun go down with a sailing yacht in the foreground. Breakfast was included every morning and was homemade and delicious

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2024

Ecolirios Boutique Hotel and Spa

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May 29 - Jun 5

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Newark (EWR) to San José (SJO)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)

Our Villa was breathtaking! Everything was perfect. The staff was great. It was worth the drive . Pura Vida!

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2024

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

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May 30 - Jun 4

Roundtrip flight included

Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

Our only disappointing event was dinner at the restaurant. It was so hot that one of our party could not stay for dinner and the fish on one of the dinners was spoilt.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024

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Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

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San Jose by Night: Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

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San Jose By Night Tour: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktails Classes

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Rainforest Adventures in Costa Rica Aerial Tram Tour Braulio Carrillo

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SHOW & DINNER Folklore show

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