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6 Dec - 7 Dec
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Best Santa Maria Cheap Hotels

2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (623)
"Excellent facilities and the staff’s customer service is awesome. Great breakfast"
United States
Luis
Villas Rio Mar
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
La Casona del Cafetal

La Casona del Cafetal

3.5 star property
Cachi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (154)
"Friendly staff,.great views and weather. Food also very good. "
United States
Andrés
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
La Casona del Cafetal
Outdoor pool
Hotel Diuwak

Hotel Diuwak

3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (204)
"Great location and very nice staff - we will stay again."
United States
Kerrilyn
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hotel Diuwak
On the beach
Hotel Manuel Antonio

Hotel Manuel Antonio

3.0 star property
Quepos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (520)
"Great location, right on the beach and walking distance from the national park. Well maintained, courteous staff, room with sea view, clean, good onsite restaurant."
United States
Ujwal
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hotel Manuel Antonio
Romantic Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Balcony view
Hotel Quelitales

Hotel Quelitales

3.5 star property
Cachi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (79)
"An incredibly beautiful place with gorgeous rooms, amazing birds, magnificent flora and delightful people. The restaurant was open 8 to 8 and the food was amazing. "
United States
Christine
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Quelitales
Terrace/patio
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (623)
"The staff were exceptional and super helpful and made my stay easy."
United States
Nurul
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Studio | Outdoor pool
Oceanfront Hotel Verde Mar direct access to the beach

Oceanfront Hotel Verde Mar direct access to the beach

3.0 star property
Quepos
7.8 out of 10, Good, (501)
"Everything was great. Loved watching the monkeys and the direct access to the beach. Enjoyed the pool "
Canada
Barbara
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Oceanfront Hotel Verde Mar direct access to the beach
Front of property
Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

3.5 star property
Páramo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (558)
"This is a lovely property. I had been there several years ago and loved it, but it's been refreshed and updated since then and is now even better. It's an eco-lodge with relatively plain but delightful, soulful rooms, a great restaurant, and. . utterly surrounded by nature at its best. Not pretentious, but quietly luxurious. "
United States
Virginia
The price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

3.5 star property
Sánchez
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (762)
"Great place"
United States
Luis
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Restaurant
Alma Vida Hotel

Alma Vida Hotel

3.0 star property
Quepos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40)
"Air conditioning was great, nice view very nice facility. "
United States
Manuel
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Alma Vida Hotel
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Top Santa Maria Hotel Reviews

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Nice environment, very friendly staff, good breakfast "
Yuxin 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Parador Nature Resort and Spa

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Santa Maria?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Santa Maria, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 24°C. The rainiest months in Santa Maria are October, August, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 1054 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Santa Maria?
You won't need to spend a fortune to find places to visit in Santa Maria. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with sights that are easy on the wallet. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Don Manuel Lake, Cerro de La Muerte Peak or Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge.
How can I get to Santa Maria and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Santa Maria is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is Quepos (XQP), situated 15.1 mi (24.3 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 28.1 mi (45.2 km) away. Santa Maria may not have many public transport choices so renting a car could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.

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