Nicoya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 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
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
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! (659 reviews)
The property is very clean and pretty modern right on the beach. The room was wonderful and the staff were pleasant and always helpful. We enjoyed the entire week. I wasn't overly impressed with the food. While there were plenty of places to eat with several different styles of food, nothing really ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara
The price is AU$740 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$740
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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! (381 reviews)
Attentive staff. Beautiful view.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Esh Hotel & Spa
Provincia de Guanacaste Nosara Guanacaste
The price is AU$776 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
AU$776
29 Jan - 30 Jan
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Amazing!!! Lovely setting, staff was great, food was wonderful. Breakfast and yoga included. Romantic getaway
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
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
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! (42 reviews)
Very beautiful villas , great pool, loved it
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
Villas Welcome to Heaven
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! (82 reviews)
Great place, amazing staff, clean and well maintained
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
We had an incredible stay! Ana, the in-house chef, was absolutely fantastic—her meals were delicious and her local recommendations made our trip even better. The property itself was spectacular, beautifully maintained, and perfect for relaxing. The views were absolutely stunning, and the sunsets ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
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
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.
Activities
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
