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Offering an outdoor swimming pool and à la carte restaurant, The Gilded Iguana is located in Nosara, 300 metres from the beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.

Nice looking rooms and pretty setting
Review score
9.1
Superb
128 reviews
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£322.33
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Located in Puerto Humo, 46 km from Playa Hermosa, Rancho Humo Estancia features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

The location is fantastic. Great mix of primary rainforest, secondary rainforest, pasture and gardens, and a good network of tracks through it all. Freedom to wander the tracks by yourself or with expert, reasonably priced guides. A three day stay wasn't long enough to do it justice.
Review score
9.0
Superb
115 reviews
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£177.19
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This property is a beachfront hotel that has an outdoor pool, spa facilities and massage services. It also features meeting rooms, gardens and on-site shops.

The quietness it’s down to the quite side of Tamerindo but near enough if you want to go find
Review score
9.3
Superb
172 reviews
Price from
£326.27
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The Nomadic Hotel is centrally located in Playa Guiones, Nosara, Costa Rica within a 5 minute walk to the surf point and beach. Enjoy complimentary breakfast every morning.

The Nomadic Hotel sets a new standard for hostel dorm stays. Unlike any other hostel I’ve been to, this one feels upscale yet effortlessly laid-back. The dorms are spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully designed, making it easy to relax. But the real standout? The staff. Warm, welcoming, and genuinely helpful, they go above and beyond to make you feel at home. Whether it’s local tips or just good vibes, Thony and Mariela make the experience exceptional. If you’re looking for a hostel that doesn’t feel like one—this is it.
Review score
9.4
Superb
403 reviews
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£210.85
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Offering a restaurant, Azul Hotel & Retreat is located in the beachfront area of Playa Azul. Free Wi-Fi access is available, as well as free breakfast service.

Location is spectacular. Watching the sun set over the Pacific bathed in deep orange hues, is breathtaking and peaceful. Staff are, well…Costa Rican in their hospitality. Which is to say, amazingly friendly, professional and attentive. Very clean all the time and everywhere in the facilities. It also has more facilities than guests, so you always have somewhere to find some peace and alone time should you wish to. Highly recommended.
Review score
9.1
Superb
536 reviews
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£168.33
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Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge is set in Nosara and also provides a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a concierge service.

Clean and comfortable. Great view from the balcony
Review score
9.2
Superb
176 reviews
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£198.54
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Set in Tamarindo, Les Voiles Blanches - Luxury Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and on-site free parking is provided.

Absolutely everything and wish we had stayed longer.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
298 reviews
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£225.91
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Hotel Villas Kalimba is located in the center of Playa Sámara, features: six villas surround by a tropical garden and a pool.

I spent 4 nights at Villas Kalimba with my kids (13 years old) and we loved it. The villas are conveniently located across the street from a beach access which allowed everyone to come and go as they pleased, when they pleased. The premises are cozy, well maintained, well equipped and offer a great relaxing atmosphere. It is a small compound where every villas has its privacy as well as having access to a pool and a good restaurant. The staff is friendly, responsive and helpful. From our standpoint, it was perfect and I would definitely go back there if I were to visit Samara again. Thank you Carolina for making our trip so enjoyable (and easy)
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
106 reviews
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£179.33
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Located in Sámara, Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Nathan and his family are the best hosts we have had the opportunity to meet on our trip to Costa Rica! This accommodation is really worth it - amazing breakfast, equipped kitchen, coffee available all day. Nice pool and even better views. Their commitment is great and they did everything they could to make us enjoy our stay. 15 minutes to amazing beaches. We prefer Carrillo beach but others were also very nice.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
103 reviews
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£115.17
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Situated in Puerto Coyote, 37 km from Montezuma Waterfal, Casa Caletas Boutique Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Very friendly and helpful stuff. Beautiful view! Super quiet place.
Review score
9.2
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
£113.82
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  • Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 152 reviews

    Located in Unión, 35 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Laguna Arenal provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Guest review
    Super nice owner, astonishing views and super tasty food
  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 103 reviews

    Located in Sámara, Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    The view, the hospitality, the room, breakfast, pool.
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 403 reviews

    The Nomadic Hotel is centrally located in Playa Guiones, Nosara, Costa Rica within a 5 minute walk to the surf point and beach. Enjoy complimentary breakfast every morning.

    Guest review
    The design of the building and proximity to the Beach is great!
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 748 reviews

    This property is just a 3 minute walk from Tamarindo beach, and features an outdoor pool in a tropical setting. There is free WiFi throughout the property, and daily housekeeping.

    Guest review
    The staff was amazing and went the extra mile. lovely place.
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 176 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge is set in Nosara and also provides a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a concierge service.

    Guest review
    Clean and comfortable. Great view from the balcony
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 187 reviews

    Set in Tamarindo, less than 1 km from Tamarindo Beach, Hotel Casa Leona offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

    Guest review
    Breakfast was delicious with good options. Location is good.
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 117 reviews

    Set in Nosara, 600 metres from Guiones Beach, Olas Verdes Hotel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

    Guest review
    great staff - v friendly and nice perks such as the free laundry
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 115 reviews

    Located in Puerto Humo, 46 km from Playa Hermosa, Rancho Humo Estancia features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Super friendly staff, awesome breakfast, cute dogs = great place to stay!

Budget hotels in Guanacaste

  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 256 reviews

    Glamping Hotel Flor y Bambu features free bikes, shared lounge, a garden and water sports facilities in Playa Grande.

    Guest review
    The location was wonderful, we loved the garden and the attention to every detail.
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 311 reviews

    Cabinas El Colibri features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Carrillo. Providing a bar, the property is located within 500 metres of Carrillo Beach.

    Guest review
    Excellent all round.One of our best stays so far in Costa Rica.
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 400 reviews

    Casa Buenavista is located in Carrillo, 300 meters from the beach. It offers air-conditioned rooms in a tropical garden.

    Guest review
    Great people and wonderful facilities in a beautiful setting.
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 254 reviews

    Boasting a garden, terrace and views of mountain, Agua Inn is situated in Nuevo Arenal, 50 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

    Guest review
    super nice hosts, unique and cute styled rooms, friendly dog, location in lush forest
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 912 reviews

    Hotel Belvedere Playa Samara Costa Rica is located on the shores of Samara Bay and within walking distance of a bus stop.

    Guest review
    Nice room. Fine bed. Closed to beach amd restaurants
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 34 reviews

    Located in Huacas, Cote Pacific Casitas features a garden and a terrace. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

    Guest review
    The ultra large bed 😊 The welcome. The owner is super friendly.
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 96 reviews

    Situated in Playa Avellana, 2 km from Avellanas Beach, Finca Avellanas features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Great location. loved the local beach. very friendly staff.
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 86 reviews

    Located in Nuevo Arenal, 35 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Toucan Lane Hotel and Restaurant provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    Guest review
    Jo and Simon made us feel like family. The pool was perfect and the breakfast was great 👍

Hotels in Guanacaste that you can book without a credit card

  • Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 201 reviews

    Hotel Guanacaste Lodge is located 300 metres from Flamingos Beach and 7 km from Conchal Beach. It features a swimming pool, sun terrace and an extensive garden. Wi-Fi is free in public areas.

    Guest review
    The room was clean, beautiful and we had a lot of space.
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    Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 5 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz, 33 km from Barra Honda National Park, Auris Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

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    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 76 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Casitas de la Paz is set in Coco in the Guanacaste region, 2.2 km from Coco Beach and 35 km from Edgardo Baltodano Stadium.

    Guest review
    The property was super cute, clean and the hosts were very nice!
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 47 reviews

    Located 49 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Tinajas Arenal Lakefront Lodge offers 3-star accommodation in Nuevo Arenal and features a garden, a terrace and a bar.

    Guest review
    Perfect location, very good restaurant, the appartement is very confortable, we loved everything!
  • Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 52 reviews

    Set in Cañas, 48 km from Palo Verde National Park, Hotel Caña Brava Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Perfect for our one night closer to the airport. Family of 12, rooms were comfy and clean. Breakfast was great and even though it was close to the highway we could not hear any noise. Pool was great and the kids enjoyed it.
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 43 reviews

    Situated in Tamarindo, a few steps from Tamarindo Beach, Perla de la Playa Beachfront Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    Guest review
    Direct access to the beach, parking place available
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 35 reviews

    Situated in Brasilito, 300 metres from Brasilito Beach, Wide Mouth Frog Conchal features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

  • Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 28 reviews

    Located in Coco within 37 km of Edgardo Baltodano Stadium and 37 km of Marina Papagayo, Anika Boutique Suites features rooms with free WiFi.

    Guest review
    Great place, Anika & staff were lovely, would certainly stay again!

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  • Review score
    10.0

    This is a really cool city on the beach!

    This is a really cool city on the beach! Easy access for walking, swimming, surfing, dining! Great vibe with lots to do. Lots of motion...if you're into the bustle of a little city on the water, this is your stop!
    Guest review by
    Kay
    United States
  • Review score
    2.0

    I would hope this helps people avoid Costa Rica, third world...

    I would hope this helps people avoid Costa Rica, third world country, third world service, third word food and prices double almost every first world country, the airport and hotels charge 10 dollars for a 50 cent bottle of water
    Guest review by
    wayne
  • Review score
    10.0

    We loved Samara.

    We loved Samara. It's a small town of only about 3,000 permanent residents. We LOVED the beach. It was perfect. It was clean and safe and peaceful and there isn't anybody walking up and down trying to sell you anything. The town is small but friendly and lovely; plenty of restaurants to check out, live music to hear, ice cream treats, great Sushi in town, grocery store, cheese & sausage store, etc. We went to Limey's twice for the great food and live music:) We could live here; we didn't want to leave:)
    Guest review by
    Farrell
    United States
  • Review score
    6.0

    I strongly recommend staying in the Hampton Inn Hotel near...

    I strongly recommend staying in the Hampton Inn Hotel near Liberia airport and less than 30 minutes from Coco. The town of Coco is not suited for walking as there are only a few run down sidewalks. Food is excellent although extraordinarily expensive. Weather was hot and sunny but beach was not particularly welcoming with a run down pathway filled with stoners. Water perfect warmth and sand silky, but poor ocean visibility near shore as the black sand was churned up by the waves. Had to walk a long way out to get to water above my knees. No lifeguard and would not leave any valuables unattended.
    Guest review by
    Eric
  • Review score
    6.0

    Nosara is apparently one of the most expensive places in...

    Nosara is apparently one of the most expensive places in Central America, more expensive than the rest of Costa Rica, and the vibe is a bit weird - lots of wealthy travelers, $9 drip coffee, middle-aged white people mostly and lots of second-home mansions. We went to yoga at a resort that was $600/night and that seemed like no big deal for most of the American clients. However once we got to know the locals, learned to eat at local "sodas" instead, and realized the beach break is fantastic for surfing and protected so there's no beach vendors or beach bars, we had a great time. It's not a backpackers town, but it is very safe.
    Guest review by
    Jessica
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    It is a nice small area to stay. Not too touristy.

    It is a nice small area to stay. Not too touristy. The beach was incredible. Attended a wedding at Cafe Marisco, ate at Ginger. It was fun, pricey. Wonderful whole red snapper at Roberto's. Meals and drink, atmosphere at our hotel, El Velero were great. Beach walking, enjoying the beautiful surroundings and taking a sunset catamaran tour we're the highlights.
    Guest review by
    cheryl
    United States
  • Review score
    8.0

    It’s a quiet and relaxing area to visit.

    It’s a quiet and relaxing area to visit. It’s very hot and very sunny and there’s not much shade on the beach. Be prepared to go through the sunscreen. The beach is clean, the sand is soft and white and the ocean is a spectacularly blue. The surf can be quite rough and it can be difficult to swim, so use caution.
    Guest review by
    Jen
  • Review score
    8.0

    Potrero is a charming and walkable beach town with plenty of...

    Potrero is a charming and walkable beach town with plenty of dining options. While the beach itself was decent, it wasn’t our favorite—the sand is darker and the water less clear. We preferred Playa Conchal for snorkeling and Playa Danta or Dantita for swimming. That said, we appreciated Potrero’s more local feel, with a strong Tico presence, unlike the more tourist-heavy vibe of Playa Flamingo and Las Catalinas. Potrero’s central location makes it a great base for exploring nearby beaches. We especially recommend Hemingway’s on the beach—it’s family-friendly with fun activities like bean bag toss and a slackline. Our waiter, Joseph, was outstanding—knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. Don’t miss the beautiful sunset views from there!
    Guest review by
    Melanie
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    The scenery in Nuevo Arenal is amazing.

    The scenery in Nuevo Arenal is amazing. Both the volcano and the lake offer many chances for impressive photographs. The town has the necessities that a visitor might need. Restaurants serve good food at good prices.
    Guest review by
    ian
    Canada
  • Review score
    8.0

    Playa Grande is gorgeous wide and long sandy beach, very...

    Playa Grande is gorgeous wide and long sandy beach, very natural. There are spots for beginner and advanced surfers and is suitable also for families with kids. There is only one bar or buffet on the beach, but a beach club and few hotel restaurant are near by.
    Guest review by
    Martina
    Slovakia

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