Santa Maria Holidays
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Your Santa Maria Holiday
Amazing adventures await when you book a holiday package to Santa Maria. Whether you're a foodie, history buff or just a traveller who appreciates new places, there's something for everyone in this vibrant city. In the mood to explore the sights but not sure where to start? Every trip to Santa Maria should include Don Manuel Lake. Check out Expedia's wide range of travel options and book your ideal holiday to Santa Maria now.
Santa Maria Holiday
Santa Maria Essential Information
Language | Spanish |
|---|---|
Currency | Costa Rican colóns |
Local Welcome | ¡Hola! |
Local Goodbye | Adiós |
Closest Airport | Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) |
Max Temp Winter | 24ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 21ºC |
Top Sights | Parque Nacional Los Quetzales and Don Manuel Lake |
Our pick of the best Santa Maria Hotel Deals
Parador Nature Resort and Spa
Quepos to Manuel Antonio Road Quepos Puntarenas
AU$388
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean Romo, great breakfast nice staff. A bit uncomfortable to move around"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Hotel Presidente
Avenida Central, Calle 7 San José San José
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$151
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Central & Second Ave, between 1 & 3 San José
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$193
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (875 reviews)
"I love everything!!!! From customer service to the rooms ."
Reviewed on 11 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.
Stay near popular Santa Maria attractions
Cerro Calera
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cerro Calera during your travels in Santa Maria.
What to do in Santa Maria
White Water Rafting Manuel Antonio Quepos Savegre River
AU$181
per adult
Adventure to Natural Wonders on the Pacific Coast
AU$209
per adult
Manuel Antonio Villa Vanilla Spice Tour
AU$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Santa Maria holiday package cost?
Offering great value package deals on Expedia, you'll be surprised at how little a holiday to Santa Maria costs! Our packages make travel planning easier and your savings go further.
What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Maria?
If you're hoping to snag a cheap Santa Maria holiday package, consider visiting in May, June and September. You'll usually find better prices on accommodation and flights during these months — ideal for travellers wishing to save money.
How many days is enough for Santa Maria?
With a well-organised itinerary, you can easily visit the most popular Santa Maria sights in a few days. But if you want to discover hidden gems or go on day trips, consider booking your Santa Maria holiday for longer.
How to find the best Santa Maria package deals?
Finding a cheap Santa Maria package deal is a breeze with Expedia. Once you've entered your preferred dates and destination under our "Packages" tab, set your maximum budget, apply a couple of filters and see what's available. You can tweak your search by "Amenities," "Property type," "Traveller experience" and more. Sort the results by "Price: low to high" to discover the most pocket-friendly Santa Maria package deals. Want a simple trick to get even more savings? Have some flexibility with your departure dates and consider travelling on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Santa Maria holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could land you significant savings when compared to booking flights and stays individually. Better still, you can customise your Santa Maria getaway to match your exact style. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Explore our bundles to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to Santa Maria?
If you've got your Santa Maria travel dates confirmed, book as early as you can to score some terrific deals. With Expedia, you can often reserve some flights up to a year in advance. Prefer spontaneous adventures? Our last-minute deals are great for setting off on a whim.
How to plan a trip to Santa Maria?
- Choose your dates: What you'd like to do in Santa Maria and your preferred season will help you decide when to get away.
- Budget wisely: In addition to the cost of your accommodation, you'll need to factor in other expenses. These include transportation, food and flights. Also, put aside a little extra for unexpected expenses that may crop up during your trip to Santa Maria.
- Decide your trip length: Consider how much time you'd like to spend exploring Santa Maria. Plan your itinerary so you can get to all the attractions and activities you're interested in at a leisurely pace.
- Combine your flights and hotel: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left is to choose a Santa Maria holiday package that brings all your bookings together.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.
