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The Falls Resort at Manuel Antonio
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel grounds. Great food. Nice rooms. Lots of wildlife to see. Super close to restaurants and Manuel Antonio National Park. The staff were all amazing and very friendly. We would definitely stay again!"
Hotel Grano de Oro
10/10 Excellent
"I stay here every trip to Costa Rica! Excellent service, beautiful hotel, great food. What’s not to like!"
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
10/10 Excellent
"Emigration into SJO was 2hrs. Drive from SJO to hotel was nightmare. Hotel was really great."
Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only
10/10 Excellent
"We stayed in room 121 which is a perfect location for the pool and for the restaurant and spa. Room was very comfortable and spacious. The shower was super! complimentary shower gel, shampoo and conditioner daily. I had a massage and a facial on two different days. Very good. The Restaurant was also excellent with many offerings. I had sushi twice and it was fresh and delicious! Upstairs is a lounge/bar where people gather before dinner to watch the sunset. Each room gets a consierge that helps you with anything and everything. They will make your reservation at the spa and any excursions and also help with reservations to outside restaurants and transportation. I did the coffee, chocolate and spices tour which was very educational about local farming and we were also treated to some wonderful chocolate and coffee and a lunch! My husband and I did an ATV tour which was just that. We rode on ATV's for 2 hours and saw a small waterfall. We were hoping to see some wildlife but did not. It is basically riding an ATV. I would highly recommend this hotel for its service, food and spa. The view is also awesome especially at sunset. It is about a 10 min. shuttle ride from the hotel to the public beach which is very nice."
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
10/10 Excellent
"The staff were very friendly. The restaurant service was very good. The food was good too except some of the fruit was over ripe. But everything else was great and the location was near many stores, restaurants and parks."
Parador Nature Resort and Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Everything here is incredible my favorite hotel of all time."
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.
10/10 Excellent
"We spend in this hotel one week. Very and clean! "
Frequently asked questions
What is Santa Maria like for travelers on a budget?
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When is the best time for a budget trip to Santa Maria?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Santa Maria, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 75°F. The rainiest months in Santa Maria are October, August, July, and June, with each month seeing an average of 41 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Santa Maria?
You won't have to spend a fortune to take advantage of things to see and do in Santa Maria. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that are easy on the wallet. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Don Manuel Lake, Cerro de La Muerte Peak, or Cascada El Salto.
How can I get to Santa Maria and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Santa Maria is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is 15.1 mi (24.3 km) away from the center in Quepos (XQP). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), located 28.1 mi (45.2 km) away. Santa Maria might not have many public transit options so a car rental could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.