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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77613-Coco-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nicoya Peninsula](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77574-Guanacaste-North-Pacific-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hermosa Bay Beach featuring boating and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77634-Hermosa-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nicoya Peninsula](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77624-Flamingo-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hermosa Bay Beach featuring a beach and mountains as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77632-Hermosa-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nicoya Peninsula Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula ![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://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b62baf71ff928219c8dc324a7688110b.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) ### 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 Playa Hermosa. [](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 Ocotal Beach. [](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) ### 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) ![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) ### Casitas While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Nicoya-Casitas.dx553248635976008270) - 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! (1,274 reviews) Wonderful experience, Room so clean Staff very nice Everything was so special Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=27%2F12%2F2025&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=27%2F12%2F2025&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! (1,321 reviews) No hot tub, no fans at the bathroom. The elavator could not stiop opening the door. Need increase more facility and entertainment Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=27%2F12%2F2025&selected=5431338&PinnedHotelID=5431338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=27%2F12%2F2025&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 $308 CA $349 total Dec 13 - Dec 14 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! (1,011 reviews) Amazing place! Best decision we made to book the Margaritaville and do the All-Inclusive package. Food was fantastic, drinks delicious, beach was perfect and pool with pool bar the best. Everyone there was very friendly, fun to have great conversations, helpful and on point. Special thanks to Rodolfo, ... Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025&selected=189539&PinnedHotelID=189539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [See all 6,656 properties in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6230596) 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. ![Hermosa Paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74430000/74425100/74425070/5943c447_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hermosa Paradise Highway 159 behind Super Luperon Sardinal Guanacaste Province Stay at this aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 beach bars. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews) The place is beautiful, very close to the beaches, it is also very clean. The only concern I have is that I didn't have hot water to bath. I had to stay 2 days and I couldn't take a shower with hot water and I didn't like that Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Jaco-Hotels-Hermosa-Paradise.h74425070.Hotel-Information) ![The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83950000/83941900/83941864/acd0ded6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access Marisol Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste Book a stay at this luxury villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews) Amazing villa. Close to town and night market. Beach club was fantastic with friendly staff. Would recommend. Will be back Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-MVilla-Tramarindo.h83941864.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! (87 reviews) In short, it's a place best suited for family retreat Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Bahia-Pez-Vela-Resort.h1118962.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6230596&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Coco-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071351.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tamarindo Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/7b5d91c3e2f1ba822f436af829e02547.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamarindo Beach 4.5/5(187 reviews) 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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77572-Guanacaste-North-Pacific-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flamingo Beach 4.5/5(96 reviews) 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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Hacienda-Pinilla-Golf-Course-Tamarindo.d6126541.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Teresa Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/faa32c1f5383bc1bba97ccec5fb40f34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Teresa Beach 4.5/5(17 reviews) 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) ## Cities near Nicoya Peninsula ![Photo by Tamara Scott](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/05f40409c66411afd8e3cf6def412e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nosara ![Puerto Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f05b94b71d4ee6c01e50bd50b69c53ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puerto Carrillo ![Puntarenas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/2699b2933b815f3729da6b8b45c446d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puntarenas ![Malpais](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/48ec45dbcda709d3292ef3fd9f0698e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Malpais - Cities near Nicoya Peninsula - Places of interest [Nosara](https://expedia.ca/Nosara.dx2585)[Puerto Carrillo](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Carrillo.dx2996)[Puntarenas](https://expedia.ca/Puntarenas.dx9435)[Malpais](https://expedia.ca/Malpais.dx180698)[Tamarindo](https://expedia.ca/Tamarindo.dx500187)[Liberia](https://expedia.ca/Liberia.dx500188)[Sámara](https://expedia.ca/Samara.dx601385)[El Ocotal](https://expedia.ca/El-Ocotal.dx601611)[Coco](https://expedia.ca/Coco.dx6025803)[Curu](https://expedia.ca/Curu.dx6035244)[Playa Hermosa](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa.dx6047260)[Panamá Beach](https://expedia.ca/Panama-Beach.dx6047308)[Papagayo](https://expedia.ca/Papagayo.dx6048759)[Playa Grande](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Grande.dx6049001)[Brasilito](https://expedia.ca/Brasilito.dx6049690)[Junquillal](https://expedia.ca/Junquillal.dx6052832)[Tambor](https://expedia.ca/Tambor.dx6052938)[Playa Naranjo](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Naranjo.dx6085361)[Matapala](https://expedia.ca/Matapala.dx6135258)[Cabo Velas](https://expedia.ca/Cabo-Velas.dx6138752)[Santa Teresa](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Teresa.dx6143929)[Ostional](https://expedia.ca/Ostional.dx6145081)[Montezuma](https://expedia.ca/Montezuma.dx6145603)[Paquera](https://expedia.ca/Paquera.dx6156456)[Pinilla](https://expedia.ca/Pinilla.dx6224383) - [Coco Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Coco-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071351.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tamarindo Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Beach-Tamarindo.d6071344.Vacation-Attraction) - [Flamingo Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Flamingo-Beach-Cabo-Velas.d6071357.Vacation-Attraction) - [Samara Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Samara-Beach-Samara.d6071369.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course ](https://expedia.ca/Hacienda-Pinilla-Golf-Course-Tamarindo.d6126541.Vacation-Attraction) - [Conchal Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Conchal-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071359.Vacation-Attraction) - [Playa Hermosa ](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Guanacaste.d6071349.Vacation-Attraction) - [Carrillo Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Carrillo-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071367.Vacation-Attraction) - [Playa Brasilito ](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Brasilito-Guanacaste.d6229604.Vacation-Attraction) - [Los Delfines Golf & Country Club ](https://expedia.ca/Los-Delfines-Golf-Country-Club-Paquera.d553248635931504881.Vacation-Attraction) - [Nosara Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Nosara-Beach-Guanacaste.d6229561.Vacation-Attraction) - [Playa Pelada ](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Pelada-Nosara.d553248633900392117.Vacation-Attraction) - [Papagayo Golf and Country Club ](https://expedia.ca/Papagayo-Golf-And-Country-Club-Sardinal.d6229579.Vacation-Attraction) - [Penca Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Penca-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071355.Vacation-Attraction) - [Casino Diria ](https://expedia.ca/Casino-Diria-Tamarindo.d553248621532611611.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mansita Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Mansita-Beach-Guanacaste.d553248635823184368.Vacation-Attraction) - [Las Baulas National Marine Park ](https://expedia.ca/Las-Baulas-National-Marine-Park-Cabo-Velas.d553248621555803039.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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