A coastal landscape with a curved beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.

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A beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
A lush garden with a pool and a gazebo.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee maker, and a painting.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

1. The Hideaway Hotel

The Hideaway Hotel
Sámara
Canada
Chandra
The Hideaway Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a thatched roof.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the sea.
Tall palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.
A covered outdoor lounge area with wicker chairs and lounge chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a mountainous landscape.

2. Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
Puerto Carrillo
Canada
Summer
$181 nightly
$204 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
A pool area with a rectangular pool, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor dining area with red chairs and tables, a ceiling fan, and a view of lush greenery.
A long table with glass jars and a potted plant.

3. Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
United States
Luis
$74 nightly
$84 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
A beach with people, a bicycle, and a palm tree.
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.
A modern outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a sofa, surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched roof structure.
A reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a computer. There is a thatched roof structure and greenery around.

4. Olas Verdes Hotel

Olas Verdes Hotel
Nosara
United States
Carlos
$158 nightly
$179 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Olas Verdes Hotel
A resort with a large pool, multiple blue-roofed structures, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with stone steps and wooden chairs, overlooking a lush garden and the sea.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a lamp.
A coastal view with a pagoda-style building surrounded by lush greenery and a beach.

5. Nosara Beach Hotel

Nosara Beach Hotel
Nosara
United States
Brandon
$194 nightly
$219 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Nosara Beach Hotel
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.
A modern outdoor seating area with a built-in water feature and a green fence in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a sliding glass door, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
Interior entrance

6. The Beach Break Surf Hotel

The Beach Break Surf Hotel
Nosara
United States
Anne
$138 nightly
$156 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Beach Break Surf Hotel
A covered walkway with wooden flooring, green railings, and potted plants.
A swimming pool with a geometric tile pattern, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm plants.
A two-story building with a covered patio and outdoor seating area.
A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

7. Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Sol Samara
Sámara
United States
Matt
$63 nightly
$71 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Sol Samara
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a view of a landscaped garden.
An indoor dining area with a curved red counter, wooden tables, and chairs.
A secluded eco-lodge with multiple cabins surrounded by dense forest, offering a natural, tranquil environment.
A rectangular pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees. There are lounge chairs and umbrellas along the poolside.

8. Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel Luna Azul
Cuajiniquil
United States
Irina
$47 nightly
$53 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Luna Azul
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a dark blue bedspread, two bedside lamps, a white wardrobe, and a small shelf with decorative items.
A tropical resort with a covered outdoor area, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A room with two chairs, a door with a number, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Sunset Shack Hotel

Sunset Shack Hotel
Nosara
United States
Kathryn
$144 nightly
$163 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Sunset Shack Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with a thatched roof.
A wooden interior with a sloped ceiling, blue cushioned seating, a wooden console table with a vase of flowers, and a fire extinguisher.
A cozy outdoor patio with a hammock, a sofa, and a dining area.
A building with a covered porch, white curtains, and a gravel path.

10. Living Hotel

Living Hotel
Nosara
Canada
Bruce
$81 nightly
$92 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Living Hotel
A pool area with a stone border, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building with balconies.
A hotel room with a bed featuring a decorative swan towel arrangement with rose petals and a small floral centerpiece.
A hotel with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers.
A beach with palm trees and a distant island.

11. Hotel Giada

Hotel Giada
Sámara
United States
Brent
$84 nightly
$95 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Giada
A staircase with stone walls and metal railings, surrounded by lush greenery.
A spacious hall with a high ceiling and large windows offering a view of lush greenery.
A reception area with a stone wall, wooden reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A nighttime swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort

Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort
Nosara
United States
beth
Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and tropical vegetation.
A modern kitchen with a wooden table and bar stools, a large woven pendant light, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern interior with a sofa, a large pillar, a wooden floor, and a sliding door leading to a bedroom.

13. SoulShine

SoulShine
Tamarindo
Canada
Katarzyna
$138 nightly
$156 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
SoulShine
A swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered area with seating.
A modern bathroom with a shower, a glass door leading to a patio, and a bed with a towel and a rolled-up towel.
An outdoor patio with a thatched roof, a table, and two chairs.
A bicycle parked in a garden area with a stone wall and a blue fence in the background.

14. Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
Tamarindo
United States
Anna Christina
$88 nightly
$100 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a shaded area.
Terrace/patio
Living area
A lush garden with a winding path, surrounded by diverse tropical plants and trees.

15. Villas Verdes

Villas Verdes
Sámara
United States
Sarah
$82 nightly
$93 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Villas Verdes
A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and hanging plants.
A boutique hotel sign with a garden backdrop.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting, and an air conditioning unit.

16. Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
Sámara
Canada
Josee
$141 nightly
$160 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
A hammock under a wooden roof, wooden chairs, and a tiled floor.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.
A stone fountain in a lush garden with a house in the background.
A beach with a clear sky, waves, and a sunset.

17. Cabinas Las Olas

Cabinas Las Olas
Tamarindo
United States
Mindy
$107 nightly
$121 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Cabinas Las Olas
A pathway flanked by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical plants and a small gazebo.
A garden with a pool, lounge chairs, and a fountain.
An open-plan lounge with a high ceiling and wooden beams, furnished with wicker chairs and tables, and large windows offering views of greenery outside.

18. Hotel Belvedere

Hotel Belvedere
Sámara
United States
jeff
$90 nightly
$102 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Belvedere
A wicker chair with a cushioned seat and backrest, positioned outdoors with a view of greenery.
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, wooden chairs with red cushions, and a sign reading "LE STELLE".
A yoga mat in a room with a wooden ceiling and large windows.
A woman in a yellow dress walking by a pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background.

19. Astra Hotel Boutique

Astra Hotel Boutique
Nosara
United States
Dessislava
$165 nightly
$186 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Astra Hotel Boutique
A modern pool area with a clear pool, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and a building with a blue-lit entrance.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden roof and a white wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a central island, and hanging pendant lights.
A bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the outside balcony.

20. 2 Blu Moons Boutique Hotel & Retreat

2 Blu Moons Boutique Hotel & Retreat
Avellanas Beach
United States
Ann Marie
2 Blu Moons Boutique Hotel & Retreat
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Colonial architecture surrounds the central plaza where locals gather for festivals and weekend markets. Rent a car to explore nearby beaches like Sámara, or book eco-tours to spot monkeys in the surrounding dry tropical forest.

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A coastal landscape with a curved beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.

Top Nicoya Hotel Reviews

Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel Luna Azul

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay if planning on seeing arribada at Ostional, we had 4x4 so had no issues driving that last signing with pit holes. Great breakfast! We came after 6pm after normal check in hours but got checked in by staff no issues. Overall will definitely stay here again and recommend!"
Irina 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Luna Azul
Living Hotel

Living Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean and refreshing pool. Great location."
Bruce 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Living Hotel
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful property. An oasis a couple miles from Sámara, short walk to the beach - highly recommend! "
Robyn 2-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

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