Title: Visit Carmen: 2026 Travel Guide for Carmen, Cóbano | Expedia.com [Hotels in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Carmen-Hotels.d6229220.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Carmen-Vacation-Rentals.d6229220.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Carmen.d6229220.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Carmen.d6229220.Car-Rental-Guide)[Carmen Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Carmen.d6229220.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Carmen ## Travel Guide ![Beautiful view of the empty beach due to the quarantine for Covid 19 in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229220/3ca1b510-ee41-47c8-8ae0-59a96f17b81a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful view of the empty beach due to the quarantine for Covid 19 in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229220/3ca1b510-ee41-47c8-8ae0-59a96f17b81a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Have tamarind-ginger margaritas at Habenero. You can sit on the beach and catch these amazing sunsets.. #BeachTips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/38901cac-ed5b-4273-ad5a-c1c854aa0bb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#hangten 🏄🏼‍♀️ catching waves on #bananabeach in #santateresa #costarica 🌺 #BeachBound is the only way to be 🤙🏻](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/5ab7a322-41d3-4998-a02c-b879b11b22fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A beach for a sunset walk](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/e6c5ac72-37bc-41d9-a62b-62b49636e80c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Carmen Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6229220) - Carmen Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Carmen ![Hotel Santa Teresa by the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18280000/18279000/18278960/45ff5310_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Santa Teresa by the Beach En Interseccion del Cruce, Mal Pais Cóbano Puntarenas $261 nightly $295 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Cóbano. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Santa ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews) The room was spotless. The staff were very kind and interested in making our experience the best it could be. The breakfast was delicious and we could see monkeys in the trees while having our morning coffee. The view from the room was a bit obscured but we were so close to the beach it didn't matter. ... Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=18278960&PinnedHotelID=18278960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6229220) ![Hotel Tropico Latino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3900000/3897200/3897188/f7450b04_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Tropico Latino 25 north supermarket Trebol Maya Cóbano Puntarenas Book a stay at this beach resort in Cóbano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (218 reviews) Great staff, food and clean Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=3897188&PinnedHotelID=3897188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6229220) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=3897188&PinnedHotelID=3897188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6229220) ![Vista Del Alma Boutique Resort - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41510000/41501800/41501762/ee4c4ce6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vista Del Alma Boutique Resort - Adults Only Santa Teresa Cóbano Puntarenas $332 nightly $375 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cóbano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews) We only stayed a night and wished we could have stayed longer. Fantastic room with stunning views. Staff were super friendly and helpful and we have a lovely breakfast. Would go back here. Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=41501762&PinnedHotelID=41501762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6229220) [See all 941 properties in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F14%2F2026®ionId=6229220) 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. ![Casa Keshet by Banana Beach, brand new comfortable house in Santa Teresa + pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34710000/34705200/34705104/7e781426_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Keshet by Banana Beach, brand new comfortable house in Santa Teresa + pool playa santa teresa Puntarenas Province Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Cóbano. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Weeklong stay Everything was as described in the add. Great location and very clean. Thank you Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Cobano-Hotels-Casa-Keshet-By-Banana-Beach.h34705104.Hotel-Information) ![Zoa Villas - 2 minutes to the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112080000/112076200/112076191/a5709c74_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Zoa Villas - 2 minutes to the beach Calle Gallo Pinto, Santa Teresa Beach Cóbano Puntarenas Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Cóbano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Saskia , the property manager was very welcoming and attentive. She was very accommodating and relaxed . The property was ideally located, super clean and spacious and fully equipped. The private yard and pool were fantastic. Pura Vida. Stacey & Adrian from Vancouver Reviewed on Mar 6, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Cobano-Hotels-Zoa-Villas-2-Minutes-To-The-Beach.h112076191.Hotel-Information) ![Surfside Apartments Playa Carmen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45550000/45545400/45545396/9c6e47b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Surfside Apartments Playa Carmen Santa Teresa Beach Cóbano Puntarenas Province Stay at this apartment in Cóbano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Cocal Beach are ... Much better than expected. Highly recommend. What? We were cautious because of prior ratings but the hotel turned out to be outstanding. I would highly recommend it, very clean, good communication I’d give it a solid 9 out of 10 and a great walking location. Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023 [](https://expedia.com/Cobano-Hotels-Surfside-Santa-Teresa.h45545396.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6229220&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Carmen hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[Feb 12 - Feb 13](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[Feb 13 - Feb 14](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229220&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Montezuma Falls 5/5(32 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Montezuma Falls during your travels in Montezuma. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-Falls-Cobano.d553248621532619291.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cabuya Island 4/5(1 review) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cabuya Island during your travels in Cóbano. You can seek out the surfing spots and yoga studios in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Cabuya-Island-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635975927351.Vacation-Attraction) #### Romelia Wildlife Refuge 5/5(1 review) Explore the great outdoors at Romelia Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Cóbano. You can seek out the surfing spots and yoga studios in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Romelia-Wildlife-Refuge-Cobano.d553248635976063183.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montezuma Gardens 4.5/5(6 reviews) You can find out about the history of Montezuma with a visit to Montezuma Gardens. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-Gardens-Cobano.d553248621532964793.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montezuma School Walk around the campus at Montezuma School as part of your travels around Montezuma. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's waterfalls. [](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-School-Cobano.d553248635976063186.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montezuma Catholic Church Montezuma Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Montezuma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's waterfalls. [](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-Catholic-Church-Cobano.d553248635976063184.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3643184/b867650f-556c-485f-9c7b-c04a1f791864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco $146 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-tortuga-island-from-jaco.a3643184.activity-details) ![Paquera: Sunset and Bioluminescence Evening Kayaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48165016/2e227606-f7a6-4675-a6ba-48c9f4f44d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paquera: Sunset and Bioluminescence Evening Kayaking Tour $40 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/paquera-sunset-and-bioluminescence-evening-kayaking-tour.a48165016.activity-details) ![Welcome to our table! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45032520/d63c7ee6-89a2-40ca-b610-410ac2a10158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine $69 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details) [See all activities in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Carmen.d6229220.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Carmen ![Beautiful beach near Mal Pais. Pacific coast, Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180698/d971563a-ff22-4252-aaed-50d9f47ebae0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Malpais ![What a night this turned out to be. After a surf session, my kids talked me into going back down to the beach, and we were rewarded with this! #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/5a0a1ca5-9ef2-4bbc-aa27-3d3f15da7603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Teresa ![Tide out on the empty Bahia Ballena with no people on a sunny day near Montezuma, on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/e243a9a3-ae89-4337-ab32-d58756ea1404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cóbano - Cities near Carmen - Places of interest [Malpais](https://expedia.com/Malpais.dx180698)[Santa Teresa](https://expedia.com/Santa-Teresa.dx6143929)[Cóbano](https://expedia.com/Cobano.dx6229233) - [Carmen Beach ](https://expedia.com/Carmen-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635962289132.Vacation-Attraction) - [Santa Teresa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Santa-Teresa-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d6229779.Vacation-Attraction) - [Montezuma Beach ](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635960508047.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hermosa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Hermosa-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d553248621532619288.Vacation-Attraction) - [Los Delfines Golf & Country Club ](https://expedia.com/Los-Delfines-Golf-Country-Club-Paquera.d553248635931504881.Vacation-Attraction) - [Manzanillo Beach ](https://expedia.com/Manzanillo-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d553248621555803042.Vacation-Attraction) - [Montezuma Falls ](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-Falls-Cobano.d553248621532619291.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cocal Beach ](https://expedia.com/Cocal-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d553248621558115500.Vacation-Attraction) - [Coyote Beach ](https://expedia.com/Coyote-Beach-Bejuco.d553248627669208102.Vacation-Attraction) - [Romelia Wildlife Refuge ](https://expedia.com/Romelia-Wildlife-Refuge-Cobano.d553248635976063183.Vacation-Attraction) - [Montezuma Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-Gardens-Cobano.d553248621532964793.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Miguel Beach ](https://expedia.com/San-Miguel-Beach-Guanacaste.d6267159.Vacation-Attraction) - [Montezuma School ](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-School-Cobano.d553248635976063186.Vacation-Attraction) - [Montezuma Catholic Church ](https://expedia.com/Montezuma-Catholic-Church-Cobano.d553248635976063184.Vacation-Attraction) - [Parque Nacional Curu ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Nacional-Curu-Paquera.d553248621562625879.Vacation-Attraction) - [Karen Mogensen Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Karen-Mogensen-Nature-Reserve-Lepanto.d792340391533842432.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lajas River ](https://expedia.com/Lajas-River-Cobano.d553248635998043860.Vacation-Attraction) - [Piedra Colorada ](https://expedia.com/Piedra-Colorada-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635976063355.Vacation-Attraction) - [Grande Hermosa Tidepool ](https://expedia.com/Grande-Hermosa-Tidepool-Puntarenas-Province.d654254673085022208.Vacation-Attraction) - [Jungle Butterfly Farm ](https://expedia.com/Jungle-Butterfly-Farm-Bejuco.d553248621532619290.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ario Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ario-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d654255070152957952.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mike's Jungle Butterfly Farm ](https://expedia.com/Mikes-Jungle-Butterfly-Farm-Guanacaste.d553248621532964792.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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