El Carmen
Nicoya
Popular places to visit

Nicoya Colonial Church
4/5(7 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Nicoya when you stop by Nicoya Colonial Church. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Iglesia de San Blas
You can find out about the history of Nicoya with a trip to Iglesia de San Blas. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
El Carmen Hotel Deals

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste
The price is SAR 359 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
SAR 359
SAR 406 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Parque Bernabela Ramos is located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (56 reviews)
"Very clean, comfortable and simple. Bare bones. Could’ve used more towels, shelves in bathroom. Grounds were beautiful. Breakfast was great. Staff was very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 6 March 2025

Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya, Puerto Humo, San Antonio, Guanacaste
The price is SAR 750 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
SAR 750
SAR 848 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Palo Verde National Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
Loved staying here
"Rancho Humo was perfect for us: comfortable and peaceful accommodations on the grounds of a working ranch with a nature preserve, so I experienced Costa Rica without feeling like a tourist...even if of course we did take tours, with Kenneth pointing out birds, monkeys, crocodiles, green iguanas (Ticos ..."
Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Ultimate Group Getaway: Huge modern home on private lot 5 min drive from Samara.
Sámara
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Amazing trip with family
"This was the first visit to Costa Rica for my family (spouse, kiddos, and parents). I had been 20 years ago, but not to Samara. The house was perfectly set up and offer space and place for everyone. Each day, we were greeting by howler monkeys and iguanas. The mother-in-law would make morning coffee ..."
Reviewed on 28 February 2025

Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya, Carretera Santa Cruz, Nicoya
The price is SAR 281 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
SAR 281
SAR 318 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nicoya. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nicoya Colonial Church and Iglesia de San ...
7.8/10 Good! (47 reviews)
"Room was very spacious, very good shower. Breakfast was included and it was good. We had an electric vehicle, just wish they had a charging station in ground."
Reviewed on 26 January 2025

LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA!
High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View
SAMARA
Stay at this villa in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Samara Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
Heavenly!
"The house is lovely.It is wonderful to wake up to the sweeping view of the ocean every morning. The home is modern and well-equipped. The owner was very responsive to our questions and needs."
Reviewed on 1 February 2025

El Sueño Tropical Hotel
3Km Este Plaza Deporte Carrillo, Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste
The price is SAR 323 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
SAR 323
SAR 365 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"We loved absolutely everything about our stay! Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 6 February 2025
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.
Other neighborhoods around El Carmen

Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Nicoya Colonial Church and Recaredo Briceno Park are some notable places to visit nearby.