Jacó
Down a shaded alley in the middle of town, dorms and private rooms share a chilled-out TV living area and fully equipped kitchen in the main house. Four…
Must-see hotels in Central Pacific Coast
Puntarenas
For early-morning ferry departures, Hotel La Punta is an appealing choice. Conveniently located one block from the dock, its 12 rooms are arranged around…
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio & Around
Off the main drag on the ocean side, this hostel's entrance is hidden next to a corrugated-iron fence. Don't let first impressions dissuade you: once you…
Quepos to Uvita
If you're looking for a quiet and relaxing stay, this pleasant adult-only bed and breakfast is just the ticket. Moments from the beach, it's surrounded by…
Jacó
Tucked away off a quiet side street, this small, adults-only seven-room hotel is difficult to fault. Studios, double rooms and suites (some with…
Central Pacific Coast
Sheltered amid shady grounds, this beachfront lodge has nine clean and stylish beach-themed rooms housed in a two-story building. 'Tropical modern' is the…
Jacó
Doctor of Integrative Medicine and supercool woman Randi Raymond runs what she calls a 'purposely unstructured environment' for de-stressing and unwinding…
Central Pacific Coast
With verdant grounds and a collection of smart and airy Dutch-looking cottages surrounding a relaxing pool by the sea, Encantada is a sanctuary…
Quepos to Uvita
On the road at the southern end of town, this two-story sanctuary features a relaxing lounge, shared kitchen and attractive (but occasionally…
Quepos to Uvita
Right on the beach, this Spanish-colonial-style property with towering trees and impressive woodworking throughout offers comfy but slightly dated…
Quepos to Uvita
Run by the effusive Charlie, this guesthouse halfway along the beach road has eight spacious jungle-themed and colorful rooms, the largest with…
Central Pacific Coast
Sandwiched between a mangrove-lined canal and a jungle-fringed, chocolate-sand beach, this is one secluded stretch of paradise. Twelve comfortable private…
Quepos to Uvita
On the San Isidro road, this spiritual retreat is located beside a series of cascading waterfalls. Balinese-style suites and villas are decked out from…
Uvita
Right next to Flutterby House, this funky little newcomer offers four A-frame cabin hideaways with big windows. Surrounded by a lush garden, each comes…
Quepos to Uvita
At the northern end of the beach is this attractive psychedelic building painted purple with rainbow-colored banisters and beach art on the walls…
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio & Around
Perched on a seriously scenic hillside, this memorable, quiet hostel has spectacular ocean and sunset views from its hammock-filled terrace. Rustic…
Central Pacific Coast
It's worth making a detour to stay at this lovely adults-only B&B, located across the road from an isolated beach. Charming wood-floored rooms are…
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio & Around
These secluded jungle bungalows and fully equipped apartments (sleeping four to five guests) all come with kitchenette, TV with DVD player, safe and…
Jacó
This chill hostel is steps from the beach, with surfers hanging around in a courtyard strung with hammocks (surfboard rental US$10 per day). There's a…
Quepos to Uvita
Pacific Edge is located on an access road that’s 1.2km south of the first entrance to Escaleras. The owners are a worldly couple who delight in showing…
Uvita
This German-run inn comprises a handful of appealing, tidy, tiled rooms with wooden accents, bamboo furniture, romantic mosquito-net-draped beds and one…
Uvita
A couple hundred meters from the national park, this rustic, brightly colored guesthouse contains just a few simple rooms, a little restaurant, a cozy,…
Central Pacific Coast
A central waterfront location with hammocks strung up so that guests can watch the surfing action in comfort, a little pool with a miniature waterfall,…
Uvita
If you just want a quiet place to rest your head, these extremely good-value, comfortable motel-like rooms will do the trick. Tiled, cream-colored rooms…
Quepos
This intimate boutique hotel is a welcome part of the Quepos scene, and is a good mid-range option in the center of town. The whitewashed walls, blue trim…
Jacó
In a good location just steps from the beach, this well-maintained hotel has clean rooms with dark wooden furnishings. Apartments come with a kitchen, and…
Hotel Boutique Puerta Del Cielo
Quepos
This cozy, well-situated seven-room boutique hotel in the center of Quepos doesn't have the glam of places nearer to Manuel Antonio, but is one of the…
Quepos
From the rainbow-hued facade to the interior murals, this place is nothing if not colorful. The rooms have tropical-colored walls, bright linens, tile…
Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn
Quepos to Uvita
A lovely, secure hotel option hidden amid lush foliage on the southern end of town, this place offers smart, comfortable rooms with tiled floors, wide…
Hostel Plinio and Bed & Breakfast
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio & Around
From afar Hostel Plinio feels like a giant treehouse surrounded by jungle. This backpacker haven is in a convenient location near Quepos and has a large…
Quepos to Uvita
There are only five rustic rooms at this charming, secure, tidy little place on the main drag maintained by the charming Latishia. Comforts include a…
Jacó
A Mediterranean-style boutique hotel with spacious, clean, marble-tiled white rooms with chunky wooden headboards, and lots of amenities including a…
Ojochal
This beautiful hilltop sanctuary is home to a dozen brightly painted bungalows awash in calming pastels. The grounds are traversed by a series of paths…
Quepos to Uvita
About 2km up the Escaleras road, Villa Escaleras has a spacious four-bedroom villa accented by cathedral ceilings, tiled floors, colonial furnishings and…
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio & Around
Run by kind and attentive staff, this hotel has rooms of various styles and configurations. The nicest are newer with graphite designs; older, more dated…
Uvita
Located 100m inland from the main highway, this cheapie is popular with international travelers of all ages. The rustic rooms are arranged around a semi…
Central Pacific Coast
Right on Playa Hermosa, this comfortable beach house has simple rooms with dated decor but lots of amenities. Rooms have air-con, a refrigerator, TV, hot…
Central Pacific Coast
The intimate and quiet Hotel La Dolce Vita is just meters away from the beach. The pool may be small, but you can fall asleep lulled by the sound of the…
Quepos
A decent budget choice in central Quepos, with private rooms that are a better bargain than at some nearby hostels. The decor won't make your social-media…
Uvita
These apartments and stand-alone bungalows are popular with Tico families and large groups. All have kitchens, wi-fi and satellite TV. The place is…
