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Ostional Turtle Lodge

Ostional Turtle Lodge

Ostional Turtle Lodge
2.0 star property
Cuajiniquil
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Very clean, great host and quiet secure area. "
Canada
Sheri
Ostional Turtle Lodge
Beach nearby
Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel Luna Azul
3.0 star property
Cuajiniquil
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Nice spot, great service and excellent food. "
Canada
Rick
The price is ￥23,663
￥26,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Hotel Luna Azul
Land view from property
Hotel La Palapa

Hotel La Palapa

Hotel La Palapa
3.0 star property
Tamarindo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (421)
"This place was clean and right on the beach! We loved listening to the music on our private patio. We felt safe and the staff was amazing! "
United States
Kelly
The price is ￥17,037
￥19,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Hotel La Palapa
Beach nearby, black sand
The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (610)
"This was a nice place to stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. "
Canada
Devon Andrew Marcus
The price is ￥17,659
￥19,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
The Palms At Coco Beach
Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (420)
"We loved this hotel! The property is so beautiful, the restaurant and bar were decorated, the pool was amazing, and the staff were super friendly! "
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥18,080
￥20,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Beach nearby, beach towels
Guacamaya Lodge

Guacamaya Lodge

Guacamaya Lodge
3.5 star property
Veintisiete de Abril
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148)
"Nice spot. Staff was great."
United States
Everett
The price is ￥14,986
￥16,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Guacamaya Lodge
Beach nearby
Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Villa Acacia
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (260)
"This was our second visit to this property. The small suites are absolutely perfect. The breakfast, and restaurant i general is good, though the dinner and lunch options are better. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. The location is perfect, steps to the beachand close to restaurants. Highly recommend!"
Canada
Colin
Hotel Villa Acacia
Outdoor pool
Marina Flamingo

Marina Flamingo

Marina Flamingo
4.5 star property
Cabo Velas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"Beautiful room with spectacular views over the marina from the large windows and lovely balcony. Quiet pool. Walking distance to Playa Flamingo - the best beach in CR. Thanks especially to Gustav for making our stay exceptional!"
Canada
Alexandra
The price is ￥26,975
￥30,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Marina Flamingo
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, surfing
Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana
3.0 star property
Palm Beach Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (313)
"Outstanding staff! Comfortable bed and good size bathroom. Liked the keyless entry system especially when going to the beach we didn’t worry about losing key. Beach only 2 min away. Pool area lovely gardens and shade if you wanted. Room fridge and air conditioner were added features. "
Canada
Barbara
Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana
Free beach shuttle, sun loungers, beach towels, beach massages
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
Puerto Carrillo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (274)
"Me and my wife stayed there 9 night and we took advantage of the dining at the facility,food was absolutly wounderful and the portion were generous,the room,pool restaurant was clean to perfection . The staff were wounderful has well and very polite and professionnal we would return in a flash ,we had a relaxing time thanks again"
Canada
Jean-Pierre
The price is ￥22,312
￥25,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff, beautiful hotel "
Carla 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Discover your ideal place to stay in Santa Cruz, which has a lot to offer the traveler looking for a beach getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 78°F. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Parque Bernabela Ramos and Tamarindo Beach. Other things to see and do in the area are Papagayo Golf and Country Club and Junquillal Beach.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz more easily: Make your way to Santa Cruz with a flight to Tamarindo (TNO), the closest major airport which is located 16.1 mi (26 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.