San Luis Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Welcome to Rio Tarcoles, where tourists stop to view these ancient dinosaurs.  
I've heard a few stories about this place, one being that locals sometimes toss live chickens off the bridge to put on a "show".  I also read somewhere that a drunk man was bet $20 to swim across the river...and he did, but didn't quite make it. 
If you are at all amazed by crocodiles, this place is crazy cool. I've been here a couple of times and still get excited by the number of crocs there are. Once in awhile you'll see a stork slowly walk up to a croc, almost as if he's doing a dare, and the croc will slowly swim towards him. You get your camera ready waiting for something to go down. The stork usually smartens up and flys off though.
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#costarica #crocs #river #centralamerica
View from the crocodile bridge
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
The price is AU$339 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$339
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in El Roble. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,102 reviews)
Our needs were very well met. The pool activities were great fun. i enjoyed the Salsa and Merengue dance class with Ashley and Gustavo and the pool water aerobics classes were great fun. Lulu and others were great instructors. I am on some medicine that needs refrigeration, and the staff brought ...

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

3 out of 5
Pastor Diaz Ave Jacó Puntarenas
The price is AU$303 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$303
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Jacó. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The resort is well staffed. The staff members are kind and helpful. The drinks and food keeps coming. The multiple pools and lounge area forever changes the atmosphere throughout each day. The only thing missing is a gym. I love working out. However, I found a gym down the road.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort
Crocs Resort & Casino

Crocs Resort & Casino

4.5 out of 5
800 metros norte del Banco de Costa Rica Jacó Puntarenas
The price is AU$318 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$318
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
We truly enjoyed our stay and our first time in Costa Rico. The staff were so nice and made our stay pleasurable. Definitely will recommend this place to stay for anyone visiting. We took advantage of our 20% discount at the spa and it was fantastic. Live the property and the amenities.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Crocs Resort & Casino
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.
Marriott Vacation Club at Los Suenos

Marriott Vacation Club at Los Suenos

4 out of 5
800 Meters West of Herradura Entrance Jacó
Stay at this beach condo in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina Los Sueños and Jacó Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (105 reviews)
Great facilities, wonderful pool and lots of places to walk. Very relaxing and comfortable.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Marriott Vacation Club at Los Suenos
Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

2.5 out of 5
Calle Madrigal Jacó Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this apartment in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Jacó Beach and Marina Los Sueños are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
The pool was deeper than most pools in the area instead of 3 foot it was between 4 and 5 foot. The rooms were excellent. Called late for gate trouble, I recommend arriving first time in daylight to see how gates open for parking. But they answered right away and assisted us! They were so nice, got ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó
BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

3.5 out of 5
Santa Ana Santa Ana San José
Stay at this condo in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Pool is amazing, the staff is kind and helpful. I will definitely be coming back to stay at BEELiv!! They had laundry machines available and so easy to use! Parking is available but Ubers know exactly where to come get you! Close to everything! Thank you so much BEELiv!!

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana
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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