Nicoya
Travel Guide


Visit Nicoya
Where to stay in Nicoya
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.
Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
"This hotel is peaceful and perfect for a couples vacation. The housekeeping wasn’t really cleaning for example our sheets became dirty instead of them changing the sheets they made the bed up with the exact sheet on opposite side, they left the garbage and the cups of alcohol that were left on the ..."
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
"Great Hotel"
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
"The staff were all amazing! I love how friendly they all were. The tours were so much fun and the guides were knowledgeable and very kind."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Residencias Samara
"Loved staying here. A nice oasis from the busy beach towns around Samara. Would recommend!"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
"There are honestly not enough words to be able to express how extraordinary this trip was for our family. The location is extraordinary. Ana and Freddie are the most amazing caretakers. They truly felt like our family by the end of the trip. The food that Ana cooked was spectacular. Our pickiest ..."
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
"Please beware this place has a bug infestation and it’s so hard to get in and communicate with the people for the code. We couldn’t even stay because it was inhabitable. I reached out directly and they said they couldn’t do anything about it. Please save your time and money! my family had to look ..."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Popular places to visit

Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
Nicoya Colonial Church
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.
Iglesia de San Blas
After visiting Iglesia de San Blas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Things to do

Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2

Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica
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