Nicoya
Travel Guide
Visit Nicoya
Where to stay in Nicoya
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.
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.
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
The price is CA $508 per night from May 1 to May 2
CA $508
CA $574 total
May 1 - May 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach property in Sámara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (700 reviews)
La comida excelente mis felicitaciones para los chef , playa excelente, trato de los trabajadores bueno , creo que solo le falta un poco de confortabilidad a las habitaciones, por lo demás se lo recomiendo .
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara
The price is CA $239 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
CA $239
CA $270 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (400 reviews)
Gorgeous setting, incredible sunsets, friendly staff. We loved looking out from our balcony or the infinity pools onto the bioreserve jungle below. We had an upper floor room (#9) right next to a tree that regularly had birds and howler monkeys coming through. Very peaceful. Spacious room. The food ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Playa Guiones Nosara
The price is CA $378 per night from May 17 to May 18
CA $378
CA $427 total
May 17 - May 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (394 reviews)
The room was wonderful and bright. The staff did an amazing job at cleaning it and keeping it fresh. the entirety of the gilded iguana staff was kind and helpful. the breakfast was delicious and there was a variety of good eat options. the whole resort was well air conditioned and we never felt hot ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 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.
Residencias Samara
Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
Excellent location. Other reviews are accurate. However, There are two locations for this hotel. one is near the main road - that is where the pool is and it is a small pool so we didn't end up using it. Our room was on the second floor overlooking the beach area which was as advertised. Excellent ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa ...
10/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
There are honestly not enough words to be able to express how extraordinary this trip was for our family. The location is extraordinary. Ana and Freddie are the most amazing caretakers. They truly felt like our family by the end of the trip. The food that Ana cooked was spectacular. Our pickiest ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples
Samara Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (193 reviews)
Our group of 4 couples and several children really enjoyed our stay. Overall it was great. We were bummed that the bikes were in pretty bad disrepair so we were not able to use them, but we quickly realized that we didn't need them as walking and driving was the best way to get around. The access ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 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.
Popular places to visit
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Nicoya Colonial Church
3.5/5(2 reviews)
After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
La Casa de la Cultura
Take the family on an outing to La Casa de la Cultura during your trip to Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Things to do
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
CA $82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega
CA $123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
CA $82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
