Nicoya

Travel Guide

A coastal landscape with a curved beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.
A historic building with ornate carvings, a wooden door, and a clock.

Where to stay in Nicoya

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

El Carmen

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

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 Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.

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 RM1,475 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
RM1,475
RM1,667 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sámara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (737 reviews)
"The food was amazing. Wendy was amazing, she helped me and my family( a group of 4 kids women) get whatever we needed. The other staff were nice as well. Mr. B, Kenneth, Danni, Will, Alonzo, Wendy etc! They were so nice and helpful. The only thing is that they are renovating the other property so ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels

Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels

4.5 out of 5
Provincia de Guanacaste Nosara Guanacaste
The price is RM1,342 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
RM1,342
RM1,776 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Safari Surf School and Frog Pad are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Très bel endroit, avec un décor serein et une magnifique piscine. Le personnel est extrêmement sympathique et accommodant. Super attention aux détails. Une navette était à notre disposition toute la journée pour aller à la plage. Je recommande !"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

4 out of 5
Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara
The price is RM1,235 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
RM1,235
RM1,396 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (430 reviews)
"Top location to stay at for views and peace while visiting Nosara."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
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.
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

3 out of 5
Playa Avellanas Tamarindo Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"Please beware this place has a bug infestation and it’s so hard to get in and communicate with the people for the code. We couldn’t even stay because it was inhabitable. I reached out directly and they said they couldn’t do anything about it. Please save your time and money! my family had to look ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
Residencias Samara

Residencias Samara

4 out of 5
Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this beach apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"Loved staying here. A nice oasis from the busy beach towns around Samara. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Residencias Samara
Villas Welcome to Heaven

Villas Welcome to Heaven

3.5 out of 5
West Corner from the soccer field Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
Stay at this apartment in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"Aucune réception donc lors de notre arrivée le portail était fermé aucune sonnette nul part pour prévenir de notre arrivée. Nous avons dû aller au bar à côté de l’hôtel demander comment faire pour que des personnes appelle la personne qui était sensée être sur place. Je précise que nous sommes arrivé ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Villas Welcome to Heaven
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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