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Liberia which includes a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements
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Liberia
Dec 3 - Dec 4
from $75
per night/room
Liberia
Tamarindo which includes shopping and street scenes
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Tamarindo
Dec 18 - Dec 19
from $61
per night/room
Tamarindo
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Papagayo
Dec 2 - Dec 3
from $88
per night/room
Papagayo
El Ocotal featuring a pebble beach and a beach
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El Ocotal
Dec 15 - Dec 16
from MX$4,319
per night/room
El Ocotal
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Cabo Velas
Dec 2 - Dec 3
from $468
per night/room
Cabo Velas
Coco Beach which includes a sandy beach
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Coco
Dec 2 - Dec 3
from $52
per night/room
Coco

We found 276 beach stays in Guanacaste, from luxury resorts to beachfront homes. Explore these popular Guanacaste beach destinations.

Top Guanacaste Beach Hotels

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Great for beach vacations

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, El Ocotal, Guanacaste
The price is $202 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 15
Nestled on the beach, this El Ocotal property is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Matapalo, Diamante Eco Adventure Park, and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center. Danta ...
3.9/5 Good! (987 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, kids pool
Travelers say...
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2021

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Great for beach vacations

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $191 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 7
Nestled on the beach, this Tamarindo resort is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grande Beach and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (981 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, beach bars, massages on beach, beach towels
Travelers say...
"Good location, Friendly staff and nice facilities."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2021

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Great for beach vacations

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

3.5 out of 5
Flamingo Beach, Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste
The price is $188 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 8
This Playa Flamingo resort is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Flamingo Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Playa Brasilito and Playa Prieta. Conchal Beach and ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (991 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, kids pool
Travelers say...

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Great for beach vacations

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, El Ocotal, Guanacaste
The price is $277 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 15
Nestled on the beach, this El Ocotal property is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Matapalo, Diamante Eco Adventure Park, and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center. Danta ...
4.2/5 Very Good! (990 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, kids pool
Travelers say...
"Check-in was quick and easy, the restaurants had amazing food. The staff was pleasant, accommodating and extremely nice and the nightly entertainment was outstanding. The dinner buffet was not super great however it worked for one night."

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2021

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Casa Conde Beach Front Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Casa Conde Beach Front Hotel

4 out of 5
Papagayo Gulf, Panama Beach, Papagayo, Guanacaste
The price is $334 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 9
Nestled on the beach, this Papagayo hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Playa Panamá and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Playa Hermosa. Playa Venado and Playa Jícaro are also ...
4.4/5 Wonderful! (694 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, beach towels, kids pool
Travelers say...
"awesome place to stay, the hotel was all inclusive, they need to improve on their food options and improve taste."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2021

Casa Conde Beach Front Hotel
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Playa Potrero, Potrero, Guanacaste
The price is $209 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 5
Located in Potrero, this beachfront resort is in the city center, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Potrero Bay, and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Flamingo Beach. Playa Potrero and ...
4.4/5 Wonderful! (668 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, beach towels, kids pool
Travelers say...
"Great place quit, close to main beaches of the area and amazing service !!!"

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2021

Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
Sugar Beach
Great for beach vacations

Sugar Beach

3 out of 5
Playa Pan De Azucar, Las Catalinas, Guanacaste
Nestled on the beach, this Las Catalinas hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Prieta and Danta Beach. Penca Beach and Dantita Beach are also within 2 mi (3 ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (358 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, massages on beach, beach towels, outdoor pool
Travelers say...
"We loved the privacy and seclusion of the property. The front desk and restaurant staff were very friendly and helpful. The restaurant menu was fine for about 2 nights, but if one stayed longer, it was limited. Some of the lounge chairs were looking a bit worn. We would have liked the pool to be ..."

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2020

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Sugar Beach
Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas
Great for beach vacations

Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas

4 out of 5
Playa Langosta, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $245 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 2
Located in Tamarindo, this beachfront resort is in a national park and within a 5-minute walk of Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Beach. Grande Beach is 1.5 mi (2.4 ...
4.7/5 Exceptional! (399 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, kids pool
Travelers say...
"This property is in a beautiful setting, and only 1 min walk to the beach. Rooms are really nice and spotless, and the staff is friendly and very helpful. There are lots of Monkeys and other animals around the property as well!"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2021

Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas
Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
Great for beach vacations

Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $260 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 2
Offering direct access to the beach, this Tamarindo hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grande Beach and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are ...
4.6/5 Wonderful! (611 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, sun loungers, beach yoga, beach umbrellas
Travelers say...
"Property itself is very beautifully. Your best bet in Tamarindo."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2021

Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
Wyndham Tamarindo
Great for beach vacations

Wyndham Tamarindo

3.5 out of 5
200m Al E Y 800m Al N Del, Bco, Ncal. De Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $130 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 2
Situated in Tamarindo, this beach hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tamarindo Beach, Playa Langosta, and Tamarindo Church. Grande Beach and Canopy Vista Tamarindo ...
4.2/5 Very Good! (629 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool
Travelers say...
"This is our second visit to this property. Great rooms and incredible views of the ocean and sunsets. The internet was great, the food was good. We also took advantage of the shuttle down to the Langosta Beach Club which was also very good."

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2021

Wyndham Tamarindo
JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa
Great for beach vacations

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Playa Mansita, Hacienda Pinilla, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $374 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 7
Located in Tamarindo, this beachfront resort is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Mansita Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Tamarindo ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (597 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, cabanas, beach yoga, massages on beach
Travelers say...
"The property was impeccably maintained, and the staff couldn't be more friendly and helpful. The location is remote; there's nothing nearby to see unless you travel over a bumpy unpaved road to Tamarindo. That said, there are plenty of amenities on property to keep you and your family occupied, including ..."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2021

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa
Condovac la Costa - All Inclusive
Great for beach vacations

Condovac la Costa - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
400 metros norte de la Iglesia Catolica, Club Condovac, Playa Hermosa
The price is $130 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 12
Nestled on the beach, this Playa Hermosa resort is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Hermosa and Coco Beach. Playa Calzón de Pobre and Papagayo Golf and Country Club ...
4/5 Very Good! (452 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach bars, massages on beach
Travelers say...
"Is like being stuck in the 80s, they give you an actual key with a keychain to your room. Room was fully equipped, 6 good towels, cold AC, clean, comfortable and spacious. Price is not too bad. Their view is to die for, you can take awesome pictures and the restaurant has good food, breakfast is ..."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2021

Condovac la Costa - All Inclusive
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Great for beach vacations

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 out of 5
Playa Hermosa, Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
The price is $210 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 4
Nestled on the beach, this Playa Hermosa hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Playa Hermosa and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Coco Beach. Playa Pedregosa and Playa Calzón de ...
4.7/5 Exceptional! (326 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool
Travelers say...
"Such a beautiful property and all the staff were great!!"

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2021

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Great for beach vacations

Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Playa El Jobo, La Cruz, Guanacaste
The price is $410 per night from Dec 22 to Dec 22
Nestled on the beach, this La Cruz property is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Jobo and Playa Coco. Playa Bolaños and Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge are ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (597 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Travelers say...
"Plenty of different pool areas to keep the crowd low. Food was better than most all inclusives. Not enough activities by or at the resort"

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2021

Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only -All Inclusive
Great for beach vacations

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only -All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Hermosa, Golfo De Papagayo, Panama Beach, Guanacaste
The price is $164 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 6
This Panama Beach property is on the beach, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Playa Hermosa, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Coco Beach and Papagayo Golf and Country Club. Ocotal ...
3.8/5 Good! (946 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, outdoor pools
Travelers say...
"Amazing value. Italian restaurant was great. Entire complex just beautiful, amazing landscaping. Rooms and pool somewhat dated, but cleaned and comfortable. The Buffet was not too great. Drink service at pool was excellent. Wifi Drops every time you are not using it and it only allowed 1 device per ..."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2021

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only -All Inclusive
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Great for beach vacations

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Playa Arenilla, Papagayo, Guanacaste
The price is $483 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 18
Nestled on the beach, this Papagayo resort is just steps from Playa Venado and Playa Jícaro. Playa Panamá is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.
4.4/5 Excellent! (371 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, beach yoga, massages on beach, beach umbrellas
Travelers say...
"Best service for an all inclusive hotel. All staff were very tentative. Great drink service by the pool and on the beach. The ocean was very swimmable. The waves were almost non existent since the property is located at a bay. The food was good quality for an all inclusive restaurant."

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2021

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle del Parque, Frente Super Compro, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is $98 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 12
Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Tamarindo Church. Las Baulas National Marine Park and ...
4.8/5 Exceptional! (188 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, beach bars, massages on beach, beach towels
Travelers say...
"I have stayed here twice and love the property. Very kind and helpful staff, especially Karol. Everything you need and an easy location."

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2021

Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Great for beach vacations

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Playa Conchal S/N, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
The price is $468 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 2
Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas property is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Playa Brasilito and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Conchal Beach. Playa Zapotillal is 2.9 mi (4.7 ...
4.4/5 Excellent! (771 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, beach towels, kids pool
Travelers say...
"Superb"

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2021

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Azul Ocean Club Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Azul Ocean Club Hotel

4 out of 5
3 km South of Marbella, Santa Cruz, Playa Azul, Guanacaste
The price is $144 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 12
This Playa Azul hotel is on the beach, 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Pitahaya Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of San Juanillo Beach and Ostional National Wildlife Refuge. ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (373 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach yoga, massages on beach
Travelers say...
"Once you get to the property, it is very nice. The rooms are nice, the grounds are kept well, the restaurant is wonderful, the staff is excellent. The ocean views were outstanding, but the beach was too choppy for us to enjoy. The largest problem is that it took us 2 hours on a very bumpy road to ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2021

Azul Ocean Club Hotel
Coco Beach Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Coco Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Street, Playas del Coco, Coco, Guanacaste
The price is $90 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 6
This family-friendly Coco hotel is located in the entertainment district, within 3 mi (5 km) of Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach. Playa Hermosa and Papagayo Golf ...
3.5/5 Good! (531 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, beach towels, outdoor pools
Travelers say...
"Good value for what you pay. Rooms are clean and tidy."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2021

Coco Beach Hotel
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