Nicoya

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Nicoya

Where to stay in Nicoya

Find the best Nicoya areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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, La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
The price is ¥59,471 per night from Jun 11 to Jun 12
¥59,471
¥67,202 total
Jun 11 - Jun 12
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! (724 reviews)
"The resort was lovely, the staff was awesome. We went during low season so it was pretty quiet, we met a lot of really nice people."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

4 out of 5
Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara
The price is ¥30,160 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
¥30,160
¥34,081 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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! (421 reviews)
"En general todo excelente, el personal de la recepción, restaurante, son personas con una gran amabilidad, siempre procurando colaborar en lo que se necesite, el lugar es magnífico, vistas espectaculares de la naturaleza con el mar, habitaciones y áreas como se ven en fotos, comida deliciosa , super ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

4 out of 5
Playa Guiones Nosara
The price is ¥33,569 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
¥33,569
¥37,933 total
Jun 18 - Jun 19
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! (401 reviews)
"This is my go to surf Hotel in Costa Rica! I love everything about it! Can’t wait to go back!"

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
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

Residencias Samara

3.5 out of 5
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! (61 reviews)
"Loved staying here. A nice oasis from the busy beach towns around Samara. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Residencias Samara
Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff

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 Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

3 out of 5
Playa Avellanas Tamarindo Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Avellanas Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
"This place was just perfect for me and my 2 friends."

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
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.

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