Santa Cruz

Travel Guide

Tamarindo Beach coastline from above, Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Ocean wave and spray against blue sky, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Find the best Santa Cruz areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Barrio Buenos Aires

Parque Bernabela Ramos is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area.
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (469 reviews)
"All above"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
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! (1,561 reviews)
"The only reason I rated more than 1 star is because of the staff. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. We had to form a line in the heat outside at 5pm to make reservations to eat at any of the restaurants other than the buffet. Latest reservation was 8pm but you were often buzzed early. If you ..."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3 out of 5
Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium Liberia Guanacaste
The price is CA $200 per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
CA $200
CA $226 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,596 reviews)
"Rooms were clean but smaller than normal rooms. The beds were full size so sharing it was difficult. Great location to the airport and gas station if you need to return a rental car."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
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.
Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo

4.5 out of 5
Av Central Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (114 reviews)
"Very helpful staff!"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
Marina Flamingo

Marina Flamingo

5 out of 5
Marina Flamingo Cabo Velas Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Popular attractions Flamingo Beach and Playa Potrero are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"we initially didn’t like our room as it was near the elevator however Carlos and Gustav changed it for us and we loved it! so so so beautiful room and very quiet and amazing location!!"

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

Marina Flamingo
El Patio Tamarindo

El Patio Tamarindo

4 out of 5
C. Cardinal Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Playa Langosta ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Our stay at El Patio exceeded our expectations. The check-in process was quick and easy, and the property was simple to find. It's located in a quiet area just beyond the shops and restaurants of Tamarindo, making it peaceful while still being conveniently close to everything. Our room and bathroom ..."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

El Patio Tamarindo
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.

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