Nicoya
Travel Guide


Visit Nicoya
Where to stay in Nicoya

El Carmen
While there might not be top attractions in El Carmen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park.

Casitas
While Casitas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park.

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Staff was friendly. Room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Great hotel
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
Location, view, cleanliness, staff, service, food, activities, pool.... all outstanding. One of the most beautiful hotel locations we have visited.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
The resort is gorgeous. The rooms are clean , beds are very comfortable. Definitely Great to have the pool right outside the door. Odd set up for the 2 bdr villas.. when you enter through the gate you have a common outside small table and 4 chairs and on each side of that is a sliding door..to the ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025

Residencias Samara
Stayed between Dec 17-23 in the studio apartment with my daughter. Great place! Close to everything. Very clean. Great pool/deck area. Customer service via WhatsApp and in person was easy. They booked our excursions and helped with local reccomendations. Has only 9 units so it’s quiet. Beach is a ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Villas Welcome to Heaven
Very nice and clean room. Lovely location and close to multiple restaurants and grocery stores.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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
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
You can spend time studying the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Things to do

Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2

Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail or Sunset Cruise

Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach.



