El Carmen
Nicoya
Popular places to visit
Nicoya Colonial Church
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.
La Casa de la Cultura
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Things to do
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
P3,066
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach.
P3,344
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica
P4,738
per adult
Coffe Tour and Chorotega Cultural Experience on the Blue zone
P11,148
per adult
Top hotels in El Carmen
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste
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! (61 reviews)
"It’s a comfortable and enjoyable place to stay. The pool is great, and there are hammocks beneath the coconut trees, perfect for unwinding. The air conditioning works well, though there’s no refrigerator in the room. Still looking forward to trying the continental breakfast, but expectations are ..."
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025
Rancho Humo Estancia
Río Tempisque, Nicoya, Puerto Humo, San Antonio, Guanacaste
The price is P11,166 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
P11,166
P12,618 total
Jun 13 - Jun 14
includes taxes & fees
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! (37 reviews)
"Room was nice. Air conditioner workedwell. Bed was comfortable. Restaurant with pool view and nature view was soothing and romantic in the evening. It is very remote. and relaxing. We went there for birding photography. Found out best time for that is in December. No entertainment or tv. Boat ride ..."
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2025
Hotel El Regalo
1,5 km del Cruce de Nicoya, Carretera Santa Cruz, Nicoya
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! (48 reviews)
"Everything was great. But, although the pool was lovely, it could have been cleaned better: their was a floating bag of chips and a water bottle, and way too many leaves, floating and at the bottom."
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025
Hotel Nacaome Blue Zone
1 km oeste del cruce de Mansión, mano derecha, Mansion, Guanacaste
The price is P2,512 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
P2,512
P5,110 total
Jun 13 - Jun 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mansión. Enjoy 10 outdoor pools, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Barra Honda National Park is ...
Estancia Santa Teresita
Del Colegio 350 m. este y 100 m. norte, Calle Bartolo, Santa Teresita, Nosara, Guanacaste
The price is P3,618 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
P3,618
P4,088 total
Jun 13 - Jun 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Nosara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Nosara Biological Reserve and Frog Pad are located ...
"Was tricky to find without a map or GPS. Beautiful little cottage (2 on the property) with 2 BRs, bathroom, living/dining room, and kitchen. Nice outdoor space and chairs and umbrella to take to the beach."
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2022
El Sueño Tropical Hotel
3Km Este Plaza Deporte Carrillo, Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste
The price is P4,802 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
P4,802
P5,426 total
Jun 13 - Jun 14
includes taxes & fees
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! (14 reviews)
"Nice place friendly staff..."
Reviewed on May 13, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around El Carmen
Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Nicoya Colonial Church and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby.