Nicoya
Travel Guide
Visit Nicoya
Where to stay in Nicoya
El Carmen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.
Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby.
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
The price is ￥58,125 per night from May 7 to May 8
￥58,125
￥65,681 total
May 7 - May 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach property in Sámara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (706 reviews)
Everyone was so great there! We had amazing food and just a wonderful time!
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara
The price is ￥29,493 per night from May 26 to May 27
￥29,493
￥33,327 total
May 26 - May 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (410 reviews)
Absolutely marvelous property, and accommodations! The staff and ammenities were excellent! Hope to come again!
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Playa Guiones Nosara
The price is ￥38,640 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
￥38,640
￥43,663 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (395 reviews)
Centrally located and could walk the Main Street and to the beach. Hotel was very clean and staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean and had all the amenities needed to enjoy your stay. Breakfast was nice and had enough variety! We would stay there again!
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
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.
Residencias Samara
Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
Excellent location. Other reviews are accurate. However, There are two locations for this hotel. one is near the main road - that is where the pool is and it is a small pool so we didn't end up using it. Our room was on the second floor overlooking the beach area which was as advertised. Excellent ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa ...
10/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
There are honestly not enough words to be able to express how extraordinary this trip was for our family. The location is extraordinary. Ana and Freddie are the most amazing caretakers. They truly felt like our family by the end of the trip. The food that Ana cooked was spectacular. Our pickiest ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples
Samara Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)
Awesome house. Close to both beaches. Enjoyed the howler monkeys passing back and forth daily. Everything was wonderful
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026
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.
Popular places to visit
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.
Nicoya Colonial Church
4/5(7 reviews)
After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
La Casa de la Cultura
Take the family on an outing to La Casa de la Cultura during your trip to Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Things to do
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
￥9,530
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica
￥13,501
per adult
Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach.
￥9,530
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
￥9,530
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
