Playas del Coco
About 1km north of the town center, this leafy, tranquil property attracts monkeys, iguanas and a good variety of birdlife, in addition to happy travelers…
Must-see hotels in Península de Nicoya
Península de Nicoya
Near the southern end of the beach this funky, friendly faux-dobe villa property offers a room to suit every budget. All room categories are quite smart,…
Playa Sámara
Surrounding a big mango tree and a tiny swimming pool are 17 rooms with whitewashed stucco walls and tiled floors. The rooms that share a bathroom are fan…
Península de Nicoya
In the center of unassuming La Javilla (2km from the beach), this semi-swanky hotel is incongruous with the setting, but still lovely. Rooms are simple…
Playa Tamarindo
Across the street from the beach, this immaculate and intimate hostel is popular among the surfer set. Budget travelers appreciate the clean, cool dorms …
Playa Sámara
Welcome to paradise. A handful of brand-new thatch-roof bungalows are scattered about the tree-filled grounds, promising plenty of privacy. From your…
Península de Nicoya
This gracious stucco mansion houses a friendly B&B. The property is charming in an artistic Old World way, with plenty of eclectic art, a two-tiered…
Península de Nicoya
Perched on the hillside just above the beach, these studios and apartments are a great option for divers, beach bums and self-caterers. Studios (no beach…
Mal País & Santa Teresa
An easy-to-like, economical family operation 100m south of the Santa Teresa/Mal País divide, this Italian-Tico property offers a quiet, comfy spot a bit…
Mal País & Santa Teresa
Steps from the beach, this family-owned place offers the intimacy of a B&B and the luxury of a boutique hotel. With a balcony or terrace overlooking lush…
Península de Nicoya
A major price shift has made this charming hotel in the center of Tambor more of a bargain. Nine classy rooms surround a gorgeous garden that is bursting…
Mal País & Santa Teresa
Vying for the title of 'closest to the break,' this is one of the friendliest places in town, thanks to owners Amir and Idan. The rooms are plain but…
Playas del Coco
Mary Cox and parrot Simon offer a warm welcome, with a wide range of rooms, a friendly bar and the best American breakfast in town (think biscuits and…
Nosara Area
A short stroll from the sand, this rustic lodge is decked out with ceramic tiled floors, beamed ceilings, wood furnishings, candles and lanterns, and…
Península de Nicoya
Named for two canine amigos, this comfy, convivial inn has a handful of rooms that are clean, modern and artfully painted, each featuring a small patio…
Península de Nicoya
We know a bargain when we see one, and we see one here. Four spacious cabinas feature spotless tile floors and bathrooms, well-stocked kitchens and shiny…
Playa Tamarindo
This is a lovely, low-key collection of bungalows, set on the quiet eastern edge of town. Outstanding and personable service is the hallmark of this…
Península de Nicoya
Oddly situated on the main drag north of Potrero, this little place (named for the popular dragon fruit) is set up like a roadside motel – a strip of…
Montezuma
You can't beat the location of the 'happy snapper's' beachfront cabinas in the heart of Montezuma. Rooms are simple, clean and fan-cooled. The communal…
Playa Tamarindo
The Mahayana is a sweet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of the main drag. Spotless, citrus-painted rooms have high ceilings, big windows and…
Playa Tamarindo
Four attractive cabinas – with full kitchens and private patios – are arranged around a tropical garden with hammocks and a small swimming pool. Upstairs,…
Península de Nicoya
Just steps from the beach, this resort hotel has 21 spacious rooms decorated with woodwork, bamboo beds with colorful bedspreads, wicker ceiling fans and…
Península de Nicoya
In an overdeveloped beach town filled with overpriced, cheesy resorts, this centrally located, eight-room inn is exceptional for its basic rooms at a…
Península de Nicoya
A collection of Spanish-colonial vacation rental homes set within a carless community in on a stunning seafront.
Mal País & Santa Teresa
Gingi's place is beloved by surfers and backpackers for its welcoming, laid-back vibe and awesome extras. The whitewashed, mostly clean rooms are…
Península de Nicoya
Mediterraneo is all about the surf, offering board rental, lessons and a free shuttle to the beach. The six apartments are simple but practical, with…
Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp
Playa Tamarindo
Located in the middle of the action, right next to Longboards, where guests get a discount on drinks and meals. The dorms get the job done, with eight…
Montezuma
An inviting yellow stucco casa filled with pedestrian but clean tiled rooms with wood beds. Downstairs rooms are dark, but upstairs rooms are romantically…
Playas del Coco
Laura was just a kid when she opened this cheerful B&B, 200m north of the main drag and half that from the beach. For more than a decade, she has offered…
Playas del Coco
This mustard-yellow, two-story colonial-style building surrounds a courtyard with a lovely swimming pool and swim-up bar. Apartments are outfitted with…
Playas del Coco
There are plenty of budget cabinas (cabins) in Coco but this is the only proper hostel. After many changes in name and management, the property is now…
Península de Nicoya
This sweet compound of circular rancho bungalows is steps from a world-class reef break. The traditional thatch-roof ranchos have high ceilings and breezy…
Península de Nicoya
Set amid spacious grounds that are bursting with cocobolo, laurel and guanacaste trees, these 10 airy bungalows have shiny woodwork, stone detailing and…
Nosara Area
This sprawling surfer-and-seeker retreat has a variety of lodgings to suit all comers, from poolside cabinas to roomy studios to houses with multiple…
Playa Tamarindo
A beachfront location blesses this charming hotel, with simple, moderately elegant rooms overlooking the shady grounds or the ocean and estuary. Larger…
Nosara Area
This sweet retreat is set up for yoga camps, but it's open for individual travelers in search of a quiet getaway. A rocky path winds through the shady…
Playas del Coco
This white-and-brick two-story building is one of several budget cabinas located behind the church. The atmosphere is inviting. Rooms are bare but…
Playa Sámara
It's on a sweet slice of beach and the price is right. If those are your priorities then Casa Valeria is your place. The cheery guesthouse is replete with…
Playas del Coco
Elegant rooms are adorned with gallery-worthy contemporary art, boldly painted walls, beamed ceilings and marble baths. They surround a gorgeous circular…
Playa Sámara
A pleasant place with sponge-painted rooms, located in a hacienda huddled between two pools. It's in the center of town so it's not quiet, but the double…
