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An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and several boats.

A spacious indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area with modern appliances, and a bamboo ceiling.

A spacious, well-lit interior with a high ceiling, wooden furniture, and a central seating area.

A two-story house with a white exterior, a small balcony, and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

1. Hotel Ocotal B&B

Sardinal

Rogue

RM298

RM337 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a pergola.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a large tree in the background.

A modern kitchen with a view of mountains, a dining area with breakfast, and a ceiling fan.

2. Tortuga Verde Glamping

Sardinal

Tiffani

RM499

RM564 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A person in a swimming pool with a view of a body of water and greenery.

A terrace with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and a view of the sea.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, and a view of the sea through a large window.

3. Hotel Pura Vista

Sardinal

Will

RM827

RM935 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A beach with a clear sky, calm water, and a distant mountain.

A building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.

A courtyard with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with a red roof.

A spacious living area with a blue patterned rug, a wooden staircase, a blue sofa with cushions, a ceiling fan, and a bookshelf filled with books.

4. Siwõ Art Guesthouse

Sardinal

Paul

RM260

RM294 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A beach with boats and a forested hill in the background.

A neatly made bed with a green blanket, a floral pillow, and a towel draped over the side.

A spacious lobby with a large glass door leading outside, a wicker sofa, a framed picture on the wall, and a potted plant.

5. The Palms At Coco Beach

Sardinal

Lily

RM273

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern hotel room with a glass infinity pool, two lounge chairs, and a view of the sea and buildings.

A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, a well-lit outdoor area, and a prominent sign.

An outdoor seating area with a bar, overlooking a body of water and hills at dusk.

An outdoor seating area with a curved sofa, chairs, and a fire pit, surrounded by trees and overlooking a body of water.

6. Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Sardinal

Kristoffer

RM3,920

RM4,961 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A poolside setting with a drink garnished with fruit and a hibiscus flower, a plate of sliced fruits, and a pool in the background.

A curved stone pathway flanked by lush greenery and red flowering bushes.

A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, a TV, and a dining set.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden with palm trees and a view of a building with a tiled roof.

7. Hotel Villa del Sueño

Sardinal

Amara-Dawn

RM387

RM438 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool area with a covered deck, lounge chairs, and a lifebuoy decoration.

A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a blue bedspread, white towels arranged in a swan shape, and a colorful pillow.

An outdoor dining area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A statue of a woman in a bikini and hat, surrounded by palm trees and a green wall.

8. Toro Blanco Resort

Sardinal

Gunwoo

RM348

RM394 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A multi-level building with balconies, large pillars, and indoor seating areas.

A pool area with wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wooden ceiling structure.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a glass door leading outside.

9. Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Sardinal

Christopher

RM1,020

RM1,153 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

An outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and hanging decorations.

A row of single-story buildings with blue doors and white walls, a paved walkway, and potted plants.

A coastal landscape with a beach, boats, and lush green hills.

An aerial view of a marina with multiple docks and boats, surrounded by greenery and hills in the background.

10. Hotel Claudio & Gloria Beach Front

Sardinal

Victoria

RM364

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a clear blue sky.

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of lush greenery through a sliding door.

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, and a door leading outside.

11. Hotel Villa Del Sol

Sardinal

Jonathan

RM324

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A high-rise treehouse with a balcony, a pool, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

A wooden deck with a spiral staircase and a seating area with patterned cushions.

A room with a wooden desk, a lamp, a shower area with blue tiles, and a wooden ladder.

Two treehouse accommodations with wooden structures, elevated platforms, and surrounding forest.

12. Suitree Experience Hotel

Sardinal

Belinda

RM1,146

RM1,294 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and lush greenery.

A corridor with tiled flooring leading to a staircase with a metal railing.

13. Hotel Villa Acacia

Sardinal

ruben

RM381

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A large, oval-shaped swimming pool with a central island and a surrounding deck. There are lounge chairs and umbrellas around the pool.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a large swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding a body of water.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, offering a view of a grassy area and a body of water.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative chandeliers.

14. Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Sardinal

pedro antonio aguirre

RM761

RM860 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A infinity pool with a thatched roof structure, a view of the ocean, and a rocky shoreline.

A couple in a swimming pool holding drinks, with a bar and other people in the background.

A couple seated at a table with a view of a lake and hills.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk labeled "Coudovac," a ceiling fan, and a view of lush greenery and hills.

15. Condovac la Costa

Sardinal

Lida

RM750

RM847 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.

A bar area with a view of the mountains, a table with a pineapple and a bottle, and a person pouring a drink.

A spa room with two massage beds, large windows with a view of a lush landscape, a bookshelf, and a small sink.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a white canopy, and a view of the sea.

16. Villas Sol Beach Resort

Sardinal

Sebastian

RM384

RM434 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a red roof.

A beachside lounge with wooden furniture and large umbrellas providing shade.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging lights.

A glass of iced drink with mint leaves on a wooden table at a beachside restaurant with wooden chairs and a view of the sunset.

17. Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel

Sardinal

Julia

RM558

RM630 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A swimming pool with a tropical gazebo, surrounded by trees and a view of the sea.

A tree with a yellow net swing attached to it.

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

A couple walking along a beach with dense greenery in the background.

18. CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

Sardinal

Tracy

RM1,545

RM1,746 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging decorative lights.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a bar area, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a covered seating area.

A buffet area with a central serving station, multiple food stations, and a coffee machine.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

19. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Liberia

Stephen

RM518

RM585 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A lobby with a reception desk, two lamps, a stone wall, and a television.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, glass tables, and a view of a well-maintained garden.

A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a long counter with a television.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Liberia

Carl

RM525

RM593 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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A beach with calm waters, a rocky cliff with greenery, and distant mountains.

Ocotal Beach

8.4/10 (1,249 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ocotal Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.

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A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a tree with red flowers.

Bahia Pez Vela Beach

7.8/10 (129 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bahia Pez Vela Beach during your trip to El Ocotal? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Diamante Eco Adventure Park

8.8/10 (363 reviews)

Meet the animals who live at Diamante Eco Adventure Park during your travels in El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

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Snorkel the calm waters of Playa Ocotal where colourful fish dart around you in surprising numbers. Nearby Playas del Coco offers lively beachfront restaurants and shops perfect for evening entertainment after a day in the sun.

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A beach with a large tree, people swimming, and boats in the water.

Top El Ocotal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Food staff drinks amenities everything was on point and it was my first time to the country won’t be my last"

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"El hotel súper acogedor , buenas atenciones , comida muy buena , se los recomiendo"

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Greatest service every"

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"Food was excellent, facility was well maintained and clean and the staffs were friendly and polite"

Wyndham Tamarindo

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful stay and staff was super helpful!"

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for airport woth shuttle"

Hotel Ocotal B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

10/10 Excellent

"We had an overall very good experience at Hotel Bosque del Mar. When we arrived, we decided we really wanted an oceanfront room, and since we were visiting during low season, the staff was very accommodating and helped us upgrade later that day. The upgraded room was beautiful, clean, and directly facing the ocean, with a lovely outdoor bathtub that made it feel extra special. The property itself is very peaceful, and the beach was definitely our favorite part. The sunsets here are absolutely gorgeous—we even had one evening where we could see a beautiful sunset and a rainbow at the same time. The beach was great for walking, and there were chairs available outside for hotel guests to relax and enjoy the view. We also enjoyed the second-floor area with the pool table, where we spent some time playing, having drinks, and relaxing. The drinks were delicious and reasonably priced, and we also enjoyed an appetizer from the bar. The staff throughout our stay was friendly and helpful. Overall, it was a nice and relaxing stay, and we would recommend Hotel Bosque del Mar, especially if you are looking for a beachfront property where you can enjoy some truly beautiful Costa Rican sunsets."

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent Resort"

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Hermosa Paradise

Highway 159 behind Super Luperon Sardinal Guanacaste Province

RM211

RM238 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)

Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

100 metros Este de la Plaza Deportiva Tempate Guanacaste

RM301

RM340 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (141 reviews)

Hotel Mar Rey

Playa Tamarindo Tamarindo Guanacaste

RM311

RM351 total

18 Sept - 19 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Barrio La Chorrera Sardinal

RM324

RM367 total

17 Sept - 18 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Toro Blanco Resort

25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal Guanacaste

RM348

RM394 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Mono Luxe Villas

75W4 47C Tamarindo Guanacaste Province

RM450

RM601 total

23 Sept - 24 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in El Ocotal?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay. This property offers 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good choices for your stay include Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and Hotel Ocotal B&B. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in El Ocotal.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that El Ocotal has to offer?

Las Catalinas Doorway: This holiday home rental outside of El Ocotal is located on the beach, and has a balcony, a terrace and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include kitchenware to make your meal-planning easier. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and outdoor tennis courts. See all vacation rentals in El Ocotal.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Ocotal, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in El Ocotal.

What's the best family accommodation in El Ocotal?

Ocotal Beach Resort is a resort with 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Also, children of all ages will enjoy a visit to Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Find more child-friendly accommodations in El Ocotal.

What's the best all-inclusive hotel in El Ocotal?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property featuring 7 restaurants and 6 outdoor pools, and a favourite with Expedia travellers. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is another good option for your holiday. See more all-inclusive resorts in El Ocotal.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in El Ocotal?

Hotel Ocotal B&B is a top B&B for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and laundry facilities for its human guests. Other good choices for you and your pet include Siwõ Art Guesthouse and Hotel Casa Blanca. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in El Ocotal.

What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in El Ocotal?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a top beachfront property offering 6 outdoor pools and 7 restaurants, located within a short 8-minute walk of Playa Matapalo . Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is another good option for your beach trip. See more stays near the beach in El Ocotal.

What are some accommodation options with pools in El Ocotal?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is a top property with 4 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. View all hotels with pools in El Ocotal.

What is the best spa hotel in El Ocotal?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a top beach spa hotel featuring 6 pools, 7 restaurants, 7 bars and a nightclub. Spend an afternoon at Renova Spa where you'll find facials, body scrubs, and Swedish massages and more. Another popular spa hotel in El Ocotal is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. See all spa hotels in El Ocotal.

What's the best hotel in El Ocotal with a water park on site or close by?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a popular property, featuring free water park access, 6 outdoor pools and 7 restaurants. Another top water park hotel you might want to consider is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. Take a look at all hotels with or near waterparks in El Ocotal.

What is staying in El Ocotal like?

Couples looking to get away will find a romantic atmosphere in El Ocotal, and visitors give high marks for the beaches, local tours and top-notch restaurants. This welcoming city also attracts tourists with its entertainment. A top sight in the area is Coco Beach. In El Ocotal, there are 182 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about El Ocotal.

What should I do while I'm visiting El Ocotal?

The natural setting is picturesque, namely the beaches, and places to see include: Ocotal Beach, Bahia Pez Vela Beach and Playa Matapalo. Additionally, you'll find Coco Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's El Ocotal guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in El Ocotal?

The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in El Ocotal are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 373 mm of rainfall.

El Ocotal hotels from RM238

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Our top choices for El Ocotal hotels

1. Hotel Ocotal B&B

2. Tortuga Verde Glamping

3. Hotel Pura Vista

4. Siwõ Art Guesthouse

5. The Palms At Coco Beach

6. Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

7. Hotel Villa del Sueño

8. Toro Blanco Resort

9. Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

10. Hotel Claudio & Gloria Beach Front

11. Hotel Villa Del Sol

12. Suitree Experience Hotel

13. Hotel Villa Acacia

14. Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

15. Condovac la Costa

16. Villas Sol Beach Resort

17. Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel

18. CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

19. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

20. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Stay near popular El Ocotal attractions

Ocotal Beach

Bahia Pez Vela Beach

Diamante Eco Adventure Park

Learn more about El Ocotal

Top El Ocotal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

Wyndham Tamarindo

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

More cheap stays in El Ocotal

Hermosa Paradise

Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

Hotel Mar Rey

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Toro Blanco Resort

Mono Luxe Villas

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