Title: Visit Nicoya: 2026 Travel Guide for Nicoya, Guanacaste | Expedia.com [Hotels in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Hotels.d601126.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Vacation-Rentals.d601126.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Nicoya.d601126.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Nicoya.d601126.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Nicoya.d601126.Car-Rental-Guide)[Nicoya Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Nicoya.d601126.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Nicoya ## Travel Guide ![Samara Beach Costa Rica: Pacific Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601126/c081dd01-b535-4726-8b72-2246a8dda88b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Samara Beach Costa Rica: Pacific Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601126/c081dd01-b535-4726-8b72-2246a8dda88b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Patrimonio arquitectónico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601126/70de353c-f4e7-4e19-8f4b-0d5d41eaa6cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nicoya Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Nicoya ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Carmen If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura. [](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-El-Carmen.dx553248635976397888) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Casitas While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Casitas.dx553248635976008270) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Nicoya.dx601126.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Nicoya Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Nicoya ![Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20590000/20586600/20586535/2f1aa356_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste $506 nightly $572 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach property in Sámara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (667 reviews) The property is very clean and pretty modern right on the beach. The room was wonderful and the staff were pleasant and always helpful. We enjoyed the entire week. I wasn't overly impressed with the food. While there were plenty of places to eat with several different styles of food, nothing really ... Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026&selected=20586535&PinnedHotelID=20586535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601126) ![Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12330000/12324300/12324224/36ff825f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara $448 nightly $506 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (384 reviews) Amazing views ! Great accommodations and all around amazing hotel Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=12324224&PinnedHotelID=12324224&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601126) ![The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22190000/22186100/22186079/aefbe553_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Playa Guiones Nosara $466 nightly $526 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (388 reviews) The room was so comfortable. Just what you want for a beach stay. An incredible shower and big spa like bathroom. A private poolside patio area for reading,eating and gear drying. The common areas are stunning and immaculately kept. The staff is friendly and helpful and the food was fresh and fantastic! ... Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026&selected=22186079&PinnedHotelID=22186079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601126) [See all 1,773 properties in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026®ionId=601126) 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. ![Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93140000/93132800/93132786/d7d53878_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas Playa Avellanas Tamarindo Guanacaste Stay at this villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews) Very beautiful villas , great pool, loved it The resort is gorgeous. The rooms are clean , beds are very comfortable. Definitely Great to have the pool right outside the door. Odd set up for the 2 bdr villas.. when you enter through the gate you have a common outside small table and 4 chairs and on each side of that is a sliding door..to the ... Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Veintisiete-De-Abril-Hotels-VR-Beachwalk.h93132786.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25174900/25174836/8c3aa608_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews) We had an incredible stay! Ana, the in-house chef, was absolutely fantastic—her meals were delicious and her local recommendations made our trip even better. The property itself was spectacular, beautifully maintained, and perfect for relaxing. The views were absolutely stunning, and the sunsets ... Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Carrillo-Hotels-Your-Own-Private-Paradise-With-Full-Time-Chef.h25174836.Hotel-Information) ![Villas Welcome to Heaven](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15280000/15276900/15276872/8c36d0dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villas Welcome to Heaven West Corner from the soccer field Puerto Carrillo Guanacaste Stay at this apartment in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews) Beatiful rooms and nice grounds, surpassed my expectations. The little restaurant beside had great food and good prices. Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Carrillo-Hotels-Villas-Welcome-To-Heaven.h15276872.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=601126&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Discover the area's countryside and mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Recaredo-Briceno-Park-Nicoya.d553248621594952154.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nicoya Colonial Church 4/5(7 reviews) After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Colonial-Church-Nicoya.d6229546.Vacation-Attraction) #### La Casa de la Cultura You can spend time browsing the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside. [](https://expedia.com/La-Casa-De-La-Cultura-Nicoya.d553248621532964812.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1244891/74e9872b-0271-41f0-a966-c0d5bf55515a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2 $60 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/jungle-and-beach-horseback-riding-tour-2h-12.a1244891.activity-details) ![ATV Mountain & Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2869108/65bf50fe-ce98-446c-8b25-75d1b9c02359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ATV Mountain & Beach Tour $124 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-mountain-beach-tour.a2869108.activity-details) ![Types of coffee roasts.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46557743/8f7afb1f-6353-4139-9f3a-a8ec06cc3ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica $85 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/coffee-plantation-visit-and-tasting-activity-in-costa-rica.a46557743.activity-details) ![Sailboat Adventure in Nosara ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49463217/98e36283-1786-4fbc-b6a9-cd9facd06d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sailboat Adventure in Nosara $130 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sailboat-adventure-in-nosara.a49463217.activity-details) ![Isla Chora Kayak and Snorkel Activity](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47009299/d907fad6-bb6a-4172-a193-1da900d96b58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isla Chora Kayak and Snorkel Activity $59 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-chora-kayak-and-snorkel-activity.a47009299.activity-details) ![Samara Horseback Riding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46561169/3c041073-221c-4687-bf8e-2c629b414a30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Samara Horseback Riding $79 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/samara-horseback-riding.a46561169.activity-details) [See all activities in Nicoya](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Nicoya.d601126.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Nicoya ![Nosara beach panoramic at sunset, Nicoya peninsula, Guanacaste, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2585/e6bea157-aa8c-4479-9841-36d5a0093376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nosara ![Tamarindo Beach coastline from above, Guanacaste, Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180435/8e01b857-e855-43f3-bde0-5b898d9e06bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz ![Costa Rica which includes landscape views, general coastal views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6230596/fcb82b6f-e3cb-4854-b70c-66a0f54088ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Matambú ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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