
El Real Holidays
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Your El Real Holiday
Lock in an El Real holiday package and get set to experience all this city has to offer. Think about staying in the neighbourhood of Papagayo Peninsula, which is great for fishing, underwater activities and families. During your trip to El Real, carve some time in your schedule for sightseeing. A perfect place to start exploring is Hidden Garden Art Gallery. A few quick clicks is all it takes to craft a tailored El Real holiday on Expedia.
El Real Holiday
El Real Essential Information
Language | Spanish |
|---|---|
Currency | Costa Rican colóns |
Local Welcome | ¡Hola! |
Local Goodbye | Adiós |
Closest Airport | Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) |
Max Temp Winter | 32ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 32ºC |
Top Sights | Africa Mia, Museo de Guanacaste and Africa Mía |
Our pick of the best El Real Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
7.6/10 Good! (1,283 reviews)
Good property conditions with recent renovations but main issue is the night dinners as there’s is only one seating time which demands to show up at 5:30pm for the line to have chance to find a seat
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste
8/10 Very Good! (1,321 reviews)
It was awesome everything was amazing loved it I will definitely recommend it to everyone
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium Liberia Guanacaste
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$218 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
AU$218
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,099 reviews)
Easy check in. Very helpful getting us set up with shuttle to the airport the next morning.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 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.
What to do in El Real

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
AU$193
per adult
88% of travellers recommend

The Clockwork Caper Escape Room (Victorian/Steampunk theme)
AU$60
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Private Tour)
AU$77
per adult
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