Title: Visit Nicoya Peninsula: Best of Nicoya Peninsula Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.ca/Nicoya-Peninsula-Hotels.d6230596.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.ca/Nicoya-Peninsula-Vacation-Rentals.d6230596.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Nicoya-Peninsula.d6230596.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Nicoya Peninsula Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Nicoya-Peninsula.d6230596.Car-Rental-Guide)[Nicoya Peninsula Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Nicoya-Peninsula.d6230596.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Nicoya Peninsula ## Travel Guide ![Coco Beach featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071351/41070e9d-8f24-4777-b999-f488c4e7085f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coco Beach featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071351/41070e9d-8f24-4777-b999-f488c4e7085f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coco Beach featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071351/3e6af8f1-880d-48ab-b754-947a3307e7b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hermosa Bay Beach featuring boating and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071349/1822cdef-0fe1-4fe5-8461-fafdba63e406.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Flamingo Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071357/a15daf25-38e3-4e5b-b7cf-8ce3f5b4e197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nicoya Peninsula Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula ![Learned how to surf here a couple of years ago. I dream about going back to this amazing country. #adventure #surf #beachfog #costrica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976658729/b5faa161-e6c9-4001-9db8-d7db32cf04bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Palm Beach Estates Palm Beach Estates might not have many top sights, but Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Cabo-Velas-Palm-Beach-Estates.dx553248635976658729) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Puerto Viejo When in Puerto Viejo, you can plan a visit to Playa Coronado and Playa Torres, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lepanto-Puerto-Viejo.dx553248635976400701) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Coco Sunset Hills While Coco Sunset Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coco Beach and El Coco Casino. [](https://expedia.ca/Coco-Coco-Sunset-Hills.dx553248635976397405) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rancho Armadillo If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rancho Armadillo and surrounding area, you can visit Coco Beach and El Coco Casino. [](https://expedia.ca/Sardinal-Rancho-Armadillo.dx553248635976395883) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Carmen If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura. [](https://expedia.ca/Nicoya-El-Carmen.dx553248635976397888) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Buenos Aires Parque Bernabela Ramos is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Barrio-Buenos-Aires.dx553248635976397249) - Nicoya Peninsula Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Nicoya Peninsula ![Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2818800/2818771/998dab18_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,276 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) ![Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5440000/5431400/5431338/9bf2a11d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,386 reviews) Nice hotel- Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=5431338&PinnedHotelID=5431338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=5431338&PinnedHotelID=5431338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) ![Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/189600/189539/3415d432_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Flamingo Beach Cabo Velas Guanacaste CA $493 CA $557 total Jan 30 - Jan 31 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) We enjoyed a great family stay. Comfortable beds and room for all 5 of us. The pool was great. 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Additional terms may apply. ![Toro Blanco Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15250000/15241600/15241531/ecee94d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Toro Blanco Resort 25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal Guanacaste Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (139 reviews) Amazingly close to the beach and all the amenities. Unit was very clean, breakfast was delicious and staff was helpful and friendly. We would certainly return and recommend to others. Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Coco-Hotels-Toro-Blanco-Resort.h15241531.Hotel-Information) ![Bahia Pez Vela Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1119000/1118962/7a5fdddd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bahia Pez Vela Resort Playa del Coco Sardinal Guanacaste Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews) Loveley resort! Great beach! Xlnt food! Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Bahia-Pez-Vela-Resort.h1118962.Hotel-Information) ![Las Catalinas Doorway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11046500/11046448/5d696b38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Las Catalinas Doorway Playa Danta Tempate Guanacaste Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Tempate. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Potrero and Flamingo ... 9/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews) Overall a great experience thank you! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Coco-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071351.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of Playas del Coco, Hermosa Beach and its green mountains, bay and yachts in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071344/b3b0a411-12e6-484e-ba1e-1b26e8eac718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamarindo Beach Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Tamarindo Beach, a popular beach in Tamarindo. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Beach-Tamarindo.d6071344.Vacation-Attraction) ![Flamingo Beach which includes a sunset, landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071357/9486a209-c553-40a1-a166-55bfeef0421b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flamingo Beach Sunbathe on the soft sand, snorkel in the clear ocean water and spy turtles, crocodiles and monkeys at a marine park at this scenic beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Flamingo-Beach-Cabo-Velas.d6071357.Vacation-Attraction) ![Potrero Beach near Flamingo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976705709/624aa3aa-67a7-4a69-8eb0-89eba7187981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa Potrero Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Potrero during your trip to Potrero? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Potrero-Potrero.d553248635976705709.Vacation-Attraction) ![Anyone know the name of these trees?](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143929/566dfa61-0b6f-4c36-9e5f-baa4b3ba43d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Teresa Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Santa Teresa Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Teresa. You can seek out the area's surfing spots and yoga studios. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Teresa-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d6229779.Vacation-Attraction) ![This was the most interesting beaches I've been to. It may look like sand, but it's actually little bits of shells. Your feet may hurt, so definitely bring flip flops to this one. Don't let the shells steer you away - they are actually beautiful. This beach is popular among locals. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350727/cdea7d5a-1d0c-48b3-bfb8-b506b61944e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Conchal Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Conchal Beach during your travels in Playa Conchal? While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Conchal-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071359.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Nicoya Peninsula ![Nosara beach panoramic at sunset, Nicoya peninsula, Guanacaste, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2585/e6bea157-aa8c-4479-9841-36d5a0093376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nosara ![Playa Carillo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071367/6b5c09bd-bb21-48e7-a7c0-31ea81f7420e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puerto Carrillo ![Beautiful Uvita Beach, Costa Rica, Puntarenas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9435/c0f626c5-f379-4519-be4a-87a4622e81a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puntarenas ![Beautiful beach near Mal Pais. 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