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A wooden table set with breakfast, including eggs, toast, and a fruit salad, with a view of greenery in the background.

A house with a thatched roof, a waterfall, and lush greenery.

A rustic wooden interior with two wooden desks, chairs, and a laptop.

A room with a bed and a view of a lush garden and a pond.

1. Macaw Lodge

Carara

Romin

HK$900

HK$1,135 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel with a pool surrounded by rocks and plants, a balcony with a railing, and a well-lit interior.

A multi-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a rock garden.

A modern bathroom with a glass door leading to a private outdoor area, a shower, and a small seating area with a table and chairs.

A modern outdoor area with a hot tub, wooden deck, and a view into the house.

2. Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

Jacó

Josue

HK$722

HK$816 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A garden with a central fountain, surrounded by stone columns and potted plants, with a view of distant trees and a clear sky.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

A restaurant with round tables set for dining, featuring a checkered floor pattern and warm lighting.

A person in a clear blue pool holding a red drink.

3. Hotel Villa Caletas

Tárcoles

Noor

HK$1,981

HK$2,238 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A resort with a large swimming pool, beach access, and lush greenery.

A spa setting with a massage table, candles, and a glass table with a bottle and seashells.

A beach with a palm tree, clear sky, and ocean waves.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and tables, a potted plant, and a view of the ocean.

4. Hotel Punta Leona

Tárcoles

Delia

HK$833

HK$1,059 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A resort with multiple swimming pools, lush greenery, and a view of the sea.

A corridor with a brick ceiling, white columns, and patterned flooring.

A poolside dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by lush greenery.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, wooden flooring, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

Jacó

emilia navarro

HK$1,750

HK$2,244 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and buildings.

A pathway through a lush garden with dense foliage and small structures.

A thatched-roof structure with tables and chairs arranged inside, surrounded by greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a sofa, a round table, a wooden door, and a mirror.

6. Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Tárcoles

Irene

HK$1,475

HK$1,933 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof, surrounded by greenery.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island, and pendant lighting.

7. Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge

Tárcoles

Arvind

HK$671

HK$758 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with a bed, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with glasses, and a TV.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and a view of the sea.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations, arranged in rows with a beach view.

8. Amarena Canvas Beach Hotel

Hermosa Palms

Mindy

HK$2,034

HK$2,298 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a ceiling fan.

A table set for two with wine glasses and a candle, overlooking a pool and palm trees at sunset.

A Croc's Resort Casino lobby with a reception desk, modern decor, and a spacious layout.

9. Crocs Resort & Casino

Jacó

Jessica

HK$1,312

HK$1,483 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the landscape.

A modern bar with a wooden counter, bar stools, and pendant lights. There are shelves with bottles and glasses, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a wall mural.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, three pendant lights, and potted plants.

10. Marala Hotel

Parrita

patricia

HK$737

HK$832 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows offering ocean views, and ceiling fans.

A hotel named "HOTEL TRAMONTO" with a restaurant and pizza sign.

A multi-level outdoor area with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the pool.

11. Hotel Tramonto

Jacó

Leondina

HK$702

HK$794 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A man and woman in a swimming pool with a clear view of the ocean and a balcony railing.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the outdoors, and a wooden headboard.

12. Akua Ocean View Suites

Tárcoles

Kimberly

HK$1,063

HK$1,201 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A pool with a geometric tile pattern and a stone border.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with wicker chairs.

A modern interior with a person working at a desk, surrounded by chairs and a dining table.

A courtyard with hanging planters, a hammock, and lush greenery.

13. Nomad Living CR

Tárcoles

Kath

HK$437

HK$494 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with a central fountain, surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with multiple balconies.

A dining table set with various dishes, glasses, and a bottle of wine in a restaurant with large windows and a view of greenery.

A beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

14. Hotel Arenas en Punta Leona

Tárcoles

Andres

HK$869

HK$982 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A courtyard with stone flooring, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and potted plants.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a view of the outdoor patio.

A stone pathway leading to a wooden door with a glass panel, surrounded by lush green foliage and illuminated by wall-mounted lights.

15. Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

Orotina

Estrella

HK$1,023

HK$1,156 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A pool surrounded by lush greenery, a wooden structure, and a staircase leading up to a rock formation.

A pathway leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and a sign with a phone number.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lush green landscape.

16. Hotel Cerro Lodge

Lagunillas

Jon

HK$494

HK$558 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A breakfast table with a variety of food items and a glass of orange juice, set against a backdrop of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a large building, and a mountainous backdrop.

A lush green lawn with palm trees, a tennis court, and a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and a view of palm trees and buildings.

17. Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

Jacó

Emilia Gabriela

HK$1,853

HK$2,094 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a pool, a red-roofed building, and a beach.

A room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A beachside seating area with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

18. Terraza Del Pacifico Hotel

Jacó

Priscila

HK$945

HK$1,068 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass-enclosed dining area, multiple floors visible through the glass, and a bar area with patrons.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small sitting area, a bathtub, and a view of the city at night.

A modern building with the name "OCEANO" illuminated on the facade.

19. Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

Jacó

Brian Miles

HK$897

HK$1,014 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A covered outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.

A tropical garden with palm trees and a thatched roof structure.

An outdoor patio with a thatched roof, seating areas, and potted plants.

20. Club Ibiza - Party Hotel & Beach Club

Jacó

Aaron

HK$694

HK$784 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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A river flowing through a forest with green foliage and a rocky bed.

Top Carara Hotel Reviews

Clarita's Beach Bar & Resort, WorldHotels Elite

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect it could not have been better!"

Ozeano Jaco

8/10 Good

"Todo ok"

Lia Hotel Jaco - Exclusively for Adults, WorldHotels Crafted

8/10 Good

"Beautiful clean property and professional staff. Restaurant well run, as well as the coffee bar. Some outlets in the room didn’t work. No fridge or tv in room, so this is more for an overnight stay."

Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Todo exelente"

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"One of the nicest hotels I have stayed at! Best Spa ever!"

Beach Break Resort

8/10 Good

"Bien"

Jacó Laguna Resort and Beach Club

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location breakfast was good too"

Crocs Resort & Casino

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spotless and thoroughly cleaned daily during my one week stay. Keren in the coffee shop became my favorite staff member, and the service was exceptional across the board. I’ve been to Jaco many times and I can wholeheartedly recommend Croc’s to others."

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"The only bad part, is the check out time. Too early."

More cheap stays in Carara

Ozeano Jaco

C. Alice, Provincia de Puntarenas Jacó Provincia de Puntarenas

HK$424

HK$479 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)

Hotel Los Ranchos

Calle Las Olas Jacó Puntarenas

HK$620

HK$701 total

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (342 reviews)

Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

Calle Madrigal Jacó Provincia de Puntarenas

HK$690

HK$780 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)

Hotel Mar de Luz

Jaco Beach Jacó Puntarenas

HK$737

HK$833 total

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Encanto Del Mar

C. Bribri Jacó Provincia de Puntarenas

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Jaco Vale del Mar

Avenida Pastor Diaz Jaco Puntarenas

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8/10 Very good! (13 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Carara?

Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort, located 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from the heart of Carara, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Hotel Punta Leona and Crocs Resort & Casino. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Carara.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Carara has to offer?

Cool Bali Style Villa, w/stunning views, HiSpeedWifi., 3Brs. solar heated pool.: This holiday home rental outside of Carara is located in the city centre, and has an outdoor pool, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Carara.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Carara.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Carara?

Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort: Hotel, 12-minute walk from Marina Los Sueños. Features 4 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and 4 restaurants. Hotel Punta Leona and Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive are a couple of other choices with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Carara.

What is staying in Carara like?

Those travelling to Carara will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In Carara, there are 12 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Carara.

What is there to see in Carara?

Places to visit in the wider area include Rainforest Adventures Jaco, Carara National Park and Mantas Beach. You'll also find Playa Blanca and Jacó Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Carara guide.

What's the weather like in Carara?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Carara are October, August, July and November, with each month seeing an average of 992 mm of rainfall.

Carara hotels from HK$479

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Our top choices for Carara hotels

1. Macaw Lodge

2. Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

3. Hotel Villa Caletas

4. Hotel Punta Leona

5. Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

6. Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

7. Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge

8. Amarena Canvas Beach Hotel

9. Crocs Resort & Casino

10. Marala Hotel

11. Hotel Tramonto

12. Akua Ocean View Suites

13. Nomad Living CR

14. Hotel Arenas en Punta Leona

15. Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

16. Hotel Cerro Lodge

17. Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

18. Terraza Del Pacifico Hotel

19. Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

20. Club Ibiza - Party Hotel & Beach Club

Learn more about Carara

Top Carara Hotel Reviews

Clarita's Beach Bar & Resort, WorldHotels Elite

Ozeano Jaco

Lia Hotel Jaco - Exclusively for Adults, WorldHotels Crafted

Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

Beach Break Resort

Jacó Laguna Resort and Beach Club

Crocs Resort & Casino

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

More cheap stays in Carara

Ozeano Jaco

Hotel Los Ranchos

Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

Hotel Mar de Luz

Encanto Del Mar

Jaco Vale del Mar

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