Title: Visit Carmen: 2026 Carmen, San José Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Carmen-San-Jose-Hotels.0-n553248635976396013-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to San José](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San José](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Carmen.d553248635976396013.Car-Rental-Guide)[Carmen Vacations](https://expedia.com/Carmen.d553248635976396013.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Carmen ## San José ![Volcan Poás, Heredia, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976396013/c44a0798-5c3b-4b7b-a0e6-46d2510fff08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Carmen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11901/b66262aa-5fe1-482d-9016-125e9b3bfc6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Carmen Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San José Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/San-Jos.dx603085) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507595/a90020ae-c78c-4a6b-b4db-8e7642ad88b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabana Park Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene. [](https://expedia.com/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101134/b27329da-b981-4821-9424-d629ab914aa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Stadium of Costa Rica Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-La-Sabana.d6101134.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parque Viva](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355960/58d2e5cc-412d-4d2a-9b47-1f7546f50987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parque Viva Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507591/ffc02a7a-38fa-4cdc-9dc2-79fa04c60bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Park You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.com/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502510/18438218-b063-43f9-9baf-a725b0ecabd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Theater of Costa Rica You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507589/ae1cf23c-ebe0-404a-adcb-96c9474736d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morazan Park Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/1c81724e-fe54-465a-86f9-5f9861f39b21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience $180 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano.a44830499.activity-details) ![Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353988/140cbd5e-6cbe-4cf6-8f79-80d93578b000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose $169 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-national-park-sightseeing-and-wildlife-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1353988.activity-details) ![Sarapiqui River Rafting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45711053/97cfaf7a-0539-42f5-9766-892b809cd48e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarapiqui River Rafting $70 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sarapiqui-river-rafting.a45711053.activity-details) ![Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869410/8f65e2a3-6704-45e9-b4e7-331c66eb5b59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dinner + Typical dance show at the best viewpoint in San José $92 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/dinner-typical-dance-show-at-the-best-viewpoint-in-san-jose.a2869410.activity-details) ![Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214525/fb98117b-81a2-445d-9cac-45deab2238c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour $189 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/volcano.a1214525.activity-details) ![Manuel Antonio National Park; Beach & Sightseeing Day Trip from San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353983/7517a555-d207-4d53-8b2a-a98761fd5cfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manuel Antonio National Park; Beach & Sightseeing Day Trip from San Jose $169 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-national-park-beach-sightseeing-day-trip-from-san-jose.a1353983.activity-details) [See all activities in San José](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Carmen Hotel Deals ![Hotel el Tucan Alajuela](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78540000/78537500/78537422/12bf527e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel el Tucan Alajuela Del Parque Central Alajuela alajuela $53 nightly $59 total Apr 23 - Apr 24 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Central Market Alajuela and Juan Santamaría Park ... 7.8/10 Good! (58 reviews) The staff was very nice and helpful. Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F23%2F2026&endDate=4%2F24%2F2026&selected=78537422&PinnedHotelID=78537422&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396013) ![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/459f24b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló San José Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose $87 nightly $98 total Apr 11 - Apr 12 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,960 reviews) This was a nice hotel. Rooms were clean. Staff were nice. I enjoyed my stay Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F11%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026&selected=788912&PinnedHotelID=788912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396013) ![Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1378000/1377921/1a57897e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia $103 nightly $116 total Apr 4 - Apr 5 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (2,056 reviews) Our bathroom tap was broken. Couldn’t run the water at all, I think the censor was broken. And the shower head was broken and only a small stream of water was coming out. Our coffee machine also was broken had to hold down the buttons for it to work. Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F4%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026&selected=1377921&PinnedHotelID=1377921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396013) ![Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921900/921872/w5757h3835x0y5-86d7993a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo $148 nightly $167 total May 1 - May 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,464 reviews) The room was quite spacious and very comfortable. TV has English speaking channels. Very short ride from the airport. Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=5%2F1%2F2026&endDate=5%2F2%2F2026&selected=921872&PinnedHotelID=921872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396013) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1039800/1039787/6dfcadbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia $99 nightly $112 total Apr 18 - Apr 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,213 reviews) Average select but wait service Excellent Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F18%2F2026&endDate=4%2F19%2F2026&selected=1039787&PinnedHotelID=1039787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396013) ![Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546600/115546556/fb74e868_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia $118 nightly $134 total Apr 25 - Apr 26 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews) Everything was great. Your staff member Allison that work in the breakfast/lounge area is fantastic. My wife and I always looked forward to see8ng her whenever we go to breakfast Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F25%2F2026&endDate=4%2F26%2F2026&selected=115546556&PinnedHotelID=115546556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976396013) [See all 1,476 properties in Carmen](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=4%2F4%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026®ionId=553248635976396013) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-San-Jose.dx553248635976384372) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cacique 4/5(176 area reviews) While there might not be top attractions in Cacique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casino Fiesta and Ojo de Agua Spa Park. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Cacique.dx553248635976384200) ![Ciudad Cariari](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229553/da058846-2770-4f00-af4f-7443476f5d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciudad Cariari Ciudad Cariari is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cariari Golf Course and Cariari Bowling Center while you're in town. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Ciudad-Cariari.dx6229553) ![Aerial View of La Sabana, rohrmoser, pavas, and Escazu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975876307/5880a279-d318-4c3d-a1ad-df8eee6af83e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Province-Pavas.dx553248635975876307) ![Aerial View of San Jose, Rohrmoser, Circumvalacion and Ruta 39 in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976397738/d308802d-f11e-4d9d-a153-d7c92c01508c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rohrmoser Rohrmoser might not have many top sights, but Estadio Nacional and National Stadium of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Rohrmoser.dx553248635976397738) ![Uruca](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/ea552bd4-c93c-4c9a-a967-16cc68b44002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Uruca If you're spending some time in Uruca, Amusement Park San Jose and Pueblo Antiguo are top sights worth seeing. 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