Title: Visit Carmen: 2026 Carmen, San José Travel Guide | Expedia.com

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# Carmen

## San José

![Parque morazan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/ea5a7091-fd66-444c-83b9-da016493dd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Parque morazan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/ea5a7091-fd66-444c-83b9-da016493dd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![#architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/11e66af7-7632-499b-ae06-43f0927b5556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![interesting styles of #architecture abutting each other  ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/5a7fc7af-bd70-4b6e-896d-d06df8251c56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![#architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/ffe9d9fa-978d-40db-9d5f-9d76f9fa7a24.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)

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### Popular places to visit

![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 acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction)

![#park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/6a764366-e563-4e40-a60f-7a3c2b961227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Parque Espana

After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Parque-Espana-Carmen.d507590.Vacation-Attraction)

![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 fascinating museums. 

[](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)

![Autódromo](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)

### Things to do

![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

$135

per adult

**90%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details)

![San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/274749/72dfc7b1-7d8e-4f02-91f1-cead05282f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

$55

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details)

![Our VIP City Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351460/e8c94d5b-f77e-4443-b2b0-a1c89b71bcd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

$80

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-and-bus-city-tour.a1351460.activity-details)

![San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44781466/3e2ab5b5-f174-47b1-876a-19fc6532bd3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

$28

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-central-market-bites-and-sights-walking-tour.a44781466.activity-details)

![manuel antonio national park tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353988/9cfc7e85-2db9-46d8-92db-3d3adb2671dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

$169

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-national-park-sightseeing-and-wildlife-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1353988.activity-details)

![White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/973849/3f2a2556-74d5-44d6-af3d-1b89c821dff2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### White Water Rafting Pacuare River with Lunch From San Jose

$121

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/white-water-rafting-pacuare-river-with-lunch-from-san-jose.a973849.activity-details)

[See all activities in San José](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Carmen Hotel Deals

![Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4800/4791/c393fda2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

5th Street, El Carmen San José San José

$110 nightly

$124 total

Mar 6 - Mar 7

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

7.6/10 Good! (198 reviews)

Room very good staff friendly and helpful Hotel much improved decoration wise We have enjoyed visiting this hotel many times in the past

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F7%2F2026&selected=4791&PinnedHotelID=4791&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976393228)

![Santo Tomas Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/65100/65015/48ac5006_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Santo Tomas Hotel

7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street San José San Jose

$68 nightly

$77 total

Feb 21 - Feb 22

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)

Room is clean , staff was great and helpful. Breakfast was not great. Juice was horrible taste might as well don't offer otherwise just go to waste ...water is fine . Location is great 👍

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F21%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026&selected=65015&PinnedHotelID=65015&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976393228)

![Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/14ee8261_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Central Ave, between 7th and 9th St San José San Jose

$113 nightly

$128 total

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

Good location, clean hotel, pleasant staff. It was a decent stay for the money.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976393228)

![Urban Green Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68220000/68218600/68218522/6e74068c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Avenida Primera, Calles 1 y 3 San José San José

$83 nightly

$94 total

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (506 reviews)

Breakfast was a fantastic introduction to Costa Rican food and the guy who served us was very friendly and helpful Location is in the centre of town within walking distance of /near the sights Our room was a big claen room with plenty of room with a safe coffee filter ironing board and iron all of ...

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=68218522&PinnedHotelID=68218522&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976393228)

![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/18ff5a1b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José

$90 nightly

$124 total

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9/10 Wonderful! (238 reviews)

As advertised. Easy check in process

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=67550811&PinnedHotelID=67550811&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976393228)

![Taormina Hotel and Casino ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1691000/1690950/f9dd169e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Taormina Hotel and Casino 

Avenida 11, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón San José san jose

$136 nightly

$193 total

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (899 reviews)

It was cool

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

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## Check Carmen hotel availability

[Tonight

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[Tomorrow night

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[Next weekend

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### Other neighborhoods around Carmen

![Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975438337/e07ff0fa-7a70-421e-b174-bca70fcf40d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Barrio Escalante

5/5(2 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Barrio-Escalante.dx553248635975438337)

![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)

### La California

4/5(25 area reviews)

 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 National Theater. 

[](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-La-California.dx3000007698)

![La Sabana Park and Costa Rica National Stadium	
](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976399537/33302895-9bc3-42dc-b5a0-2c26d4a43fe6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Amón

4/5(73 area reviews)

 If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Amon.dx553248635976399537)

![The National Theatre of Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/1ae666d8-074a-4175-b4d9-873500eedd7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Catedral

 If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Province-Catedral.dx553248635976384567)

![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)

### Santa Teresa

 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresa and surrounding area, you can visit Mercado Central and Plaza de la Cultura. 

[](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Santa-Teresa.dx553248635976397456)

![Beutiful aerial view of the San Jose, San Pedro and Zapote ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/674581172861308928/18856d9d-278f-4b79-9056-45e327843441.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Zapote

 While there might not be top attractions in Zapote, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall. 

[](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Zapote.dx674581172861308928)

[See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.dx603085.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neigh.Neighborhoods)

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