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Hotel Good Life

Hotel in Coco

Located in Coco, within a 10-minute walk of Coco Beach and 23 miles of Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium, Hotel Good Life provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as...

F
Fernandez
From
Costa Rica
Beautiful and serene ambiance, new and wonderful facilities. Centrally located in town, but away from noise and crowds. Wonderful and friendly staff. A true gem of a find.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Price from
$140
1 night, 2 adults

House of Nomad - Adults only

Hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, a 6-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach, House of Nomad - Adults only has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

M
Molina
From
Costa Rica
Absolutely Perfect Stay at House of Nomad Tamarindo! I recently had the pleasure of staying at House of Nomad Tamarindo and it was truly perfect. The location couldn’t be more convenient, situated in the heart of Tamarindo with easy access to everything. The staff was exceptional, always going above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The property was impeccably clean and well-maintained, with a beautiful pool that was perfect for relaxing. I highly recommend House of Nomad Tamarindo for anyone looking for a top-notch experience in this beautiful area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
Price from
$98
1 night, 2 adults

Suitree Experience Hotel

Hotel in Guanacaste

Located in Guanacaste, 20 miles from Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium, Suitree Experience Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

P
Philippe
From
France
What a place! A must stay location when visiting this beautiful country. Not cheap but worth every penny. Treat yourselves! How often does one go to Costa Rica? Make the most of it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews
Price from
$265.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Tabasco

Hotel in Playa Flamingo

Located in Playa Flamingo, a 3-minute walk from Potrero Beach, Hotel Tabasco has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a casino.

M
Melanie
From
United Kingdom
Incredible value, you could easily pay twice this for the stay, don’t let the low price pit you off, you are getting a bargain! location very close to beach, lovely owners who went the extra mile. The owner, who works very hard to keep the property in good condition and customers happy, very kindly did a load of washing for us at no charge which was very much appreciated. Beautiful breakfast which was also plentiful and served to order. Beach supplies such as beach towels, bug spray, body boards and deck chairs also available to borrow which was very useful and kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
Price from
$117
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Front Bahia

Hotel in Sámara

Located in Sámara, a few steps from Samara Beach, Beach Front Bahia provides air-conditioned rooms and a bar. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a garden view.

G
Gustavo
From
Panama
Very friendly and helpfull staff and the hotel is right in front of the beach! Enjoyed the afternoon happy hours!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
Price from
$97.75
1 night, 2 adults

LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique

Hotel in Potrero

Located in Potrero, a 12-minute walk from Penca Beach, LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach...

J
Jakob
From
Poland
Quiet Amazing pool Nice size cabana Clean Wonderful breakfast and service throughout
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews
Price from
$84
1 night, 2 adults

Tuki Tuki Lodge

Hotel in Sámara

Located in Sámara, 0.6 mi from Samara Beach, Tuki Tuki Lodge offers accommodations with a terrace and free private parking. The accommodations features a 24-hour front desk and room service for...

C
Cathleen
From
United States
JP went out of his way to make me feel welcome. He took time to show me around Samara and introduced me to people. He gave me useful tips on apps for music and the tide. Thanks for your hospitality!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
$106.06
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Amira

Hotel in Carrillo

A 9-minute walk from Carrillo Beach, Hotel Amira is located in Carrillo and has free WiFi and a tour desk.

A
Aliaksandra
From
Canada
The hotel features a gorgeous property, pleasant rooms, and an excellent breakfast! Plus, we were delighted with its location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
$88.50
1 night, 2 adults

SoulShine

Hotel in Playa Avellana

Located in Playa Avellana, a 6-minute walk from Avellanas Beach, SoulShine has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Guests can use a bar.

E
Eric
From
Canada
Good location if you have a car, with excellent restaurants within 5-15mins driving. Walk to beach pleasant across mangrove swamp on raised walkway. Owner and staff very pleasant, knowledgeable of area, and helpful. Restaurant area good place to relax during day with a beer or coffee. Not open for dinner although this may be changing. Accommodations very attractive, clean and well maintained although bathroom lighting in our unit at least was inadequate. Good size bathroom with lots of hot water for shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
$161.69
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Carlota Tamarindo

Hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, Hotel Carlota Tamarindo provides a garden. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking.

B
Bonnie
From
United States
Generally quiet, even next to the highway. We were greeted by the owner's two teenage sons. Clearly managers in training. The kitchen beside the pool was well equipped for our breakfast of cold cereal. There is a hot plate and BBQ which we did not try out. Both beds were pushed against the walls. We were able to move the double bed away from the wall and use the side chair so both sides of the bed could have a bedside table of sorts. Towels are thick, soft.and absorbant. Shower is slow to heat but then warm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
$73.82
1 night, 2 adults
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Guanacaste's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

The Nomadic Hotel is centrally located in Playa Guiones, Nosara, Costa Rica within a 5 minute walk to the surf point and beach. Enjoy complimentary breakfast every morning.

From $918.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews

The Coast Beachfront Hotel is located on Tamarindo Beach. We offer 24-hour reception, security, private parking, concierge services and the hotel is a 5-minute walk downtown.

From $955.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews

This property is just a 3 minute walk from Tamarindo beach, and features an outdoor pool in a tropical setting. There is free WiFi throughout the property, and daily housekeeping.

From $163.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge is set in Nosara and also provides a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a concierge service.

From $635.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

Located in Puerto Humo, 29 mi from Playa Hermosa, Rancho Humo Estancia features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

From $248.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

Located a mere 164 feet from Guiones’s main break, in Nosara, Costa Rica, The Sunset Shack features a year-round outdoor pool and guests can also enjoy the on-site restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

Set in Tamarindo, Les Voiles Blanches - Luxury Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and on-site free parking is provided.

From $378.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews

Located in Puerto Coyote, 23 miles from Montezuma Waterfall, Casa Caletas Boutique Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $150 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Cabinas El Colibri, Apart Hotel features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Carrillo.

From $98.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of mountain, Agua Inn is located in Nuevo Arenal, 31 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall.

From $101.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Hotel Huacas has accommodations in Huacas. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, rooms contain a desk.

From $108.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located within a 11-minute walk of Cuajiniquil Beach and 10 miles of Parque Nacional Santa Rosa, Bay Lodge provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in La Cruz.

From $101.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

Located in Nuevo Arenal, 22 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Toucan Lane provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $111.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,632 reviews

Located in Liberia, 25 miles from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa, Hotel Javy provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $89.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,040 reviews

Located 2953 feet from route 1 in Liberia, in a private urbanization of Liberia, Hotel Villa Hermosa features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property.

From $81.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

Located in Liberia and with Parque Nacional Santa Rosa reachable within 24 miles, Hotel Liberia has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

From $92.75 per night

Hotels in Guanacaste you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Located in Huacas, Cote Pacific Casitas offers 3-star accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.

From $198.26 per night

Casitas de la Paz

Hotel in Coco
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

Featuring a garden, Casitas de la Paz is located in Coco in the Guanacaste region, 1.1 miles from Coco Beach and 22 miles from Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium.

From $58.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Located 30 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Tinajas Arenal Lakefront Lodge offers 3-star accommodations in Nuevo Arenal and features a garden, a terrace and a bar.

From $96.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Located in Tamarindo, a few steps from Tamarindo Beach, Perla de la Playa Beachfront Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

From $287.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Located within a 5-minute walk of Coco Beach and 23 miles of Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium, Anika Boutique Suites has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Coco.

Located in Playa Flamingo, a 17-minute walk from Potrero Beach, Hotel Nelblu Boutique has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $339 per night

Located in Tamarindo, a 14-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach, Pupa House Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

From $136.73 per night

Located in Nuevo Arenal, 30 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Little Paradise provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From $47.46 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Exceptional customer service, beautiful rooms and architecture. The hotel was super clean and felt very safe. The pool was gorgeous and clean as well. Very good location right by the beach. I highly recommend this place if you are willing to pay a bit more.
Guest review by
Renzo
United States
From $1,469.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Breakfast was very good and dinner was exceptional. The room is one of the most beautiful we ever been. The private pool with the marvelous views on the bay are stunning. Ariel gave us the best service ever. As it is adults only the hotel is very quiet.
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Dudi Schifter
Israel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 962 reviews
I only stayed one night after our flight arrived before heading to the beaches. The beds were comfortable and the free breakfast was good. Also liked the secured parking.
Guest review by
Debi
United States
From $623.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
rooms where nice and clean, the beach beautiful!!! the hotel structure was very pretty. i love the bar up on the 2nd floor beachfront view:) sunsets were amazing!!!
Guest review by
villela
Costa Rica
From $635.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
It was scenic, and the view was gorgeous. The accommodations were first rate we felt like we were in the jungle, but had five star accommodations
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Pam
Canada
From $308.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Everything was wonderful: the location, the room, the pool. The staff was very nice, friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean too.
Guest review by
Laura
Canada
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
The house was really comfortable, people were very friendly except the girls in the reception. They had no clue about anythign we asked.
Guest review by
Magdalena
Uruguay
From $90.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews
A wonderfully comfortable mattress, hot water, quiet location all contributed to a most satisfying visit after traveling all day.
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Graham
Canada
From $226 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
the gardens are beautiful, the staff is helpful and the hot springs and natural sauna are relaxing
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Mayra
Costa Rica
From $513.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
I enjoy staying in the hotel it was my second time and it was very pleasant
Guest review by
Lorena
Costa Rica
From $143.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
The views, food and location were perfect. The pool on the hotel was nice
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Fiorella Arce
Costa Rica
From $374.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
The cleanliness, the elegance and the confort of all the property.
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Agnes
Costa Rica
From $713.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 534 reviews
Very clean. Rooms are exquisite. Excellent room service
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LINDA
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 891 reviews
Fantastic area Food exceptional Facilities clean
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Holman
Abkhazia
From $435.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
Beach view Monkey’s in the restaurant
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casa at sea
Curaçao
From $830.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
everything! it exceeded expectation
Guest review by
Carolyn
Canada
From $177.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
It was near where we needed to go.
Guest review by
Jennifer
United States

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8.0

Tamarindo has everything you need.

Tamarindo has everything you need. Crazy expensive advice is to buy duty free at the airport. Stop outside of Tamarindo and buy water and snacks because you will pay double inside Tamarindo. We love Dragon fly bar and Grill!
Guest review by
Donna
United States
6.0

Liberia is a good jumping off spot for the northern half of...

Liberia is a good jumping off spot for the northern half of Costa Rica. It's worth spending a couple of nights there if you stay at Hotel Liberia which is downtown. Although Liberia itself doesn't offer much in the way of tourist attractions, it's a good central spot for some of the nearby parks.
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Cordelia
United States
10

Great town great beach.

Great town great beach. Good supermarkets and friendly people in general. We met some locals through some friends and we were made to feel at home quite quickly. Nice place. Go to the Burger Window, (Google it) its in an open bar which has a few other eating stalls as well. A great curry shack too. But the burgers at Burger Window really are SUPERB. The service is quite non committal. There are few smiles and you can get put off by that. But listen, the burgers are worth the grief. Also try the crepes both savory and sweet at the little Ahora Si shop and then try the big Ahora Si restaurant further up the street. Both owned by the same family. Both very good choices. Ask for Antonio at the little Ahora Si crepe place
Guest review by
Neal
New Zealand
6.0

It is a good place to find a restaurant and nightlife.

It is a good place to find a restaurant and nightlife. There are much nicer beaches close by if you are looking to enjoy the water and a nice sunset. Unfortunately the rising costs in Costa Rica are making it less desirable to visit. It is getting run down in many areas and the costs are climbing dramatically.
Guest review by
Richard
Canada
10

A nice beach town which has most conveniences but is not too...

A nice beach town which has most conveniences but is not too big. We had visited in 1988 so the development since then was breathtaking. We visited during the off-season (October) so it was very rainy but had clear periods each day. The advantage to visiting this time of year is hotel prices are generally lower, but many businesses are closed so for example a restaurant you wanted to visit may not be open and I had more difficulty renting a good surfboard than I thought I would. As mentioned before, the rain can be a problem during the off-season but I understand the period from December to April is mostly rain free. I would imagine the town is much more crowded in season which could affect the experience.
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Anonymous
10

We stayed at Hotel Velero right off the beach in Playa...

We stayed at Hotel Velero right off the beach in Playa Hermosa. It was relatively quiet (in the best way!) compared to the neighboring Playa del Coco. The beach was clean, the sand was soft, and the temperature was great. We saw dolphins and great sea birds from breakfast at Hotel Velero. We also had dinner at Roberto's and La Casita del Marisco. I would highly recommend Playa Hermosa to everyone and would love to return!
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Jennie
United States
10

Playa Flamingo was one of our favorite stops on our 10-day...

Playa Flamingo was one of our favorite stops on our 10-day trip. It's scenic, relaxed, and incredibly fun to explore. Driving along the coast was a highlight in itself, with beautiful ocean views and plenty of little spots to pull over and enjoy. Getting around was super easy with a car or motorcycle, though you do have to watch out for the many potholes and speed bumps. Where we ate: Coco Loco- Incredible food right on the beach, and the piña coladas were honestly some of the best we’ve ever had. Gracia La Vid- Amazing pizzas in a casual, open-air setting. Fun vibe, great for dinner after a day in the sun. Playa Flamingo is perfect for groups of friends looking for a mix of adventure and relaxation. We enjoyed a sunset catamaran tour, horseback riding, ATV tours, and jet ski rentals. All are easy to book and great ways to experience the coast. If you’re looking for beautiful beaches, great food, and plenty of activities, Playa Flamingo is definitely worth a visit.
Guest review by
B Camacho
United States
4.0

The resort was nice, pool was refreshing.

The resort was nice, pool was refreshing. No premium drinks, a bottle of Crown was $90, and only 1 brand of beer. The food at the buffet wasn't the greatest. Fish was dry, salad dressings were odd or just oil and vinegar. One day I had a poached egg and the yolk was hard and the whites were runny. French toast was hard and tough on the outside and soggy on the middle. You could only eat in the specialty restaurants once for every 3 days of stay.
Guest review by
Carol
8.0

It’s not for families or people wanting hustler and bustle...

It’s not for families or people wanting hustler and bustle and night life (besides the monkeys across the street)! There’s no shops besides a couple of Mercados. This is the type of rest we needed though.. Definitely wouldn’t stay in Samara , too busy for us.
Guest review by
Karen
United States
8.0

I was in Potrero for 3 nights alone on business.

I was in Potrero for 3 nights alone on business. The location is quite and off the tourist map. There are a few local restaurants and bars, but not a lot going on. Its a great place to get away and relax, but pretty remote from all of the major destinations. There are other even more remote beaches just north of here that are worth visiting, so a few days here can be worth it.
Guest review by
keith
United States