Merced

San José

A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and streets.
A busy street with colorful buildings, pedestrians, and a market stall.
A restaurant with a soda sign, a flower display, and a shoe store in the background.
A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a clock tower.

Stay near popular Merced attractions

Mercado Central

8.4/10 (269 reviews)
During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.
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Top hotels in Merced

Auténtico Hotel

Auténtico Hotel

3 out of 5
Ave 5 and 7, Calle 40 San José San Jose
The price is HK$818 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
HK$818
HK$925 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (692 reviews)
"Very pleasant environment and room. The breakfast buffet was outstanding."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Auténtico Hotel
Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Calle 20 Con Avenida 7, Esquina San José San Jose
The price is HK$325 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
HK$325
HK$367 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is HK$736 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
HK$736
HK$831 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. ...
Barceló San José
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$792 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
HK$792
HK$895 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,189 reviews)
"Very clean room. Great staff. Wonderful breakfast. Convenient airport shuttle."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is HK$868 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
HK$868
HK$981 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel was good and quiet. The hotel is a bit old, but well maintained. The bathroom had only 3 towels although we were 4 guests. We asked and eeceived another one quickly."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
The price is HK$638 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
HK$638
HK$721 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
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Where to stay in Merced

Find the best Merced areas for the activities you enjoy most.

La California

Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

A multi-story building with a prominent vertical sign and a curved entrance.
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Open Photo by Krystalvation

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.

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