Nicoya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


Visit Nicoya
Our guide on 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
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
The price is AU$720 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$720
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional ...

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara
The price is AU$383 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$383
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (436 reviews)
"We loved our stay at hotel lagarta. Great staff and incredible views. Kitchen and bar were very attentive and offered incredible food."
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Playa Guiones Nosara
The price is AU$480 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$480
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (423 reviews)
"We loved The Guilded Iguana for so many reasons! The staff is excellent, the restaurant food is exceptional, and the property is gorgeous and well maintained. We will definitely be back!!!"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 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.

Residencias Samara
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 Refugio Nacional de Vida ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

BEACH Castle w/ WATERSLIDE, WATERFALL, 2 Pools on SANDY BEACHFRONT August Discount!!
Junquillal Costa Rica
Stay at this beach holiday home in Veintisiete de Abril. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Junquillal Beach and Blanca ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"This was the perfect home. The pictures do not do it justice. The home owner Kelly was so amazing! I felt like we were family. We didn't really have communication with the Host BUT Kelly was there every step of the way she responded fast and made sure we had everything we needed. It was our 40th ..."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Beach Front Home with pool and breathtaking Ocean views!!
Playa Junquillal Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this beach holiday home in Veintisiete de Abril. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Junquillal Beach and Playa Lagarto ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
"This was our third time staying at this property and we are planning for more. Great location love the beach. For an added bonus, they fixed the road yes, the host has a little control over that but it was awesome to have the road repaired."
Reviewed on 19 July 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.
Stay near popular Nicoya attractions
Activities

Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega
AU$130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
AU$86
per adult
100% of travellers recommend



