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Barrio Buenos Aires
Parque Bernabela Ramos is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area.

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,126 reviews)
"We had our family of four at Riu Palace Costa Rica for Spring Break. The property was very clean, staff was wonderful, and the dining options were top-notch for an all-inclusive resort. We had a wonderful time and will likely return."
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is P12,049 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P12,049
P13,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, the pools are great, the beachfront location is perfect. Walkable to so many shops and restaurants. A great stay!"
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium, Liberia, Guanacaste
The price is P7,072 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
P7,072
P7,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (780 reviews)
"this was super convenient for catching a very early flight out the next day! Hotel restaurant was good and very convenient but pricey and the pool was amazing. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and there was a shuttle that took only four minutes to get us to the airport bright and early the ..."
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025
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.

Hermosa Paradise
Highway 159 behind Super Luperon, Sardinal, Guanacaste Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 beach bars. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
"A mattress with some padding would have been nice for comfort. Personal preference but it was hard."
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
Av Central, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (65 reviews)
"The people there are so incredibly kind and hospitable. The location was perfect. The pool was so beautiful."
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Toro Blanco Resort
25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica, Playa del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
Wonderful place right next to the beach!
"Outstanding stay at Toro Blanco! Clean comfortable rooms, delicious breakfast, and a great pool. One block to the beach, shops, restaurants. Kelly and Chris were amazing and made our stay easy."
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Parque Bernabela Ramos
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Bernabela Ramos, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do

La Leona waterfall Cliffjumping White water Tubbing PrivateTour
P14,048
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
P3,154
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Costa Rica: Hundreds of thousands Olive Ridley Sea Turtles
P7,444
per adult

Guanacaste: Private ATV & Canopy Zip Combo Tour
P7,168
per adult

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
P7,175
per adult
88% of travellers recommend

Sloth Forest Tour, Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour & Waterfall
P10,321
per adult
98% of travellers recommend