Ciudad Cortés

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Nice smaller waterfalls. Park at the Tilapia restaurant as they have a trail that leads up to it. There is a $2 fee per person if you don't get food or a drink. We had lunch here. The food was great and the drinks cold.
Nice smaller waterfalls. Park at the Tilapia restaurant as they have a trail that leads up to it. There is a $2 fee per person if you don't get food or a drink. We had lunch here. The food was great and the drinks cold.

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Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Calle Perezoso, Ojochal Ciudad Cortés Puntarenas
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ciudad Cortés. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Turtle Beach Street and El Pavón Waterfall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
Our stay here for my boyfriend's birthday & valentines' day was amazing! From the concierge service, transport, bartenders, waitress/waiters to the house keeping staff. The rooms were very clean & neat, house keeping service was great & very considerate of organizing & making everything look nice ...

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

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Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only
El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Calle Perezoso Ciudad Cortés Puntarenas Province
The price is CA $311 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
CA $311
CA $351 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ciudad Cortés. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (207 reviews)
I can't say enough nice things about our stay here It's a beautiful, adults only hotel It feels like you're staying at a friends house if your friend has a beautiful mansion The staff however were what made the stay so great We loved Roxy, Jose, and Francisco We would stay again just to have them ...

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel
Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center

Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center

2.5 out of 5
7 C. Túcan Ojochal Provincia de Puntarenas
The price is CA $292 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
CA $292
CA $329 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Ciudad Cortés. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Turtle Beach Street and Tortuga Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
What a fabulous location. An immersive rainforest experience, with a beautiful view from our balcony. You could hear a variety of birds singing. It was music to the ears and you really felt connected with nature. If you ever decide to come to Uvita, this is the place to stay. The natural materials ...

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center
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Villa Costa Pura Vida

Villa Costa Pura Vida

4 out of 5
Calle del Cacique Ciudad Cortés Osa
Stay at this villa in Ciudad Cortés. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Turtle Beach Street and Playa Tortuga are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
The shower, the view, clean, well stocked kitchen

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Villa Costa Pura Vida
Introductory Rates !!! Awesome Panoramic Views, Luxury & Comfortable Villa

Introductory Rates !!! Awesome Panoramic Views, Luxury & Comfortable Villa

Puntarenas Ojochal
Stay at this villa in Ciudad Cortés. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Turtle Beach Street and Tortuga Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
This place is awesome! Very nice villa with amazing sunsets. We really enjoyed staying here but have a few tips for others. We were met by Johnathan who gave us a quick tour of the villa and gave us the keys/remote. We went outside to check out the view and shut the sliding glass door behind us. ...

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

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The Mango Tree Villas and Spa

The Mango Tree Villas and Spa

4.5 out of 5
500 Mtr. Past the Escuela Tres Ríos Ciudad Cortés Puntarenas
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Ciudad Cortés. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions El Pavón Waterfall and OSA ...
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Popular places to visit

Ciudad Cortes Central Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ciudad Cortes Central Park, a lovely green space in Ciudad Cortés. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Ciudad Cortes Central Park

El Pavón Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at El Pavón Waterfall during your travels in Punta Mala.

El Pavón Waterfall

Turtle Beach Street

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Turtle Beach Street during your trip to Ciudad Cortés? Wander the seaside or discover the sunsets in this relaxing area.

Turtle Beach Street

Things to do

From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat

From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat

CA $232
per adult
From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat
36' Tour Boat - Seats up to 24 guests

Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning

CA $102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning
Whale

Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita

CA $121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita
Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park

Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park

CA $123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park
Humpback Whale Breach

Combo Tour Marino Ballena National Park

CA $115
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Combo Tour Marino Ballena National Park
Uvita: Private Nature & Wildlife Night Tour Tropical Forest

Uvita: Private Nature & Wildlife Night Tour Tropical Forest

CA $193
per adult
Uvita: Private Nature & Wildlife Night Tour Tropical Forest
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Reviews of Ciudad Cortés

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Beautiful

5/5 - Excellent

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Quiet. Off the beaten path. More culture

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