Nicoya

Travel Guide

A coastal landscape with a curved beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.
A historic building with ornate carvings, a wooden door, and a clock.

Where to stay in Nicoya

Find the best Nicoya areas for the activities you enjoy most.

El Carmen

While there might not be top attractions in El Carmen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.

Casitas

While Casitas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
Stay at this beach resort in Sámara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

4 out of 5
Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara
The price is HK$1,826 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
HK$1,826
HK$2,063 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

4 out of 5
Playa Guiones Nosara
The price is HK$1,251 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
HK$1,251
HK$1,414 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
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

Residencias Samara

4 out of 5
Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this beach apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
"Great space and location. Staff was very helpful"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Residencias Samara
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

3 out of 5
Playa Avellanas Tamarindo Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Avellanas Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
"Please beware this place has a bug infestation and it’s so hard to get in and communicate with the people for the code. We couldn’t even stay because it was inhabitable. I reached out directly and they said they couldn’t do anything about it. Please save your time and money! my family had to look ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff

Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff

Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal ...
10/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time. Property and view are beautiful and Anna cooks amazing. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
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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