Nicoya

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A coastal landscape with a curved beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.
A historic building with ornate carvings, a wooden door, and a clock.

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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

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
$315 nightly
The price is $356 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$356 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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 ...
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels

Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels

4.5 out of 5
Provincia de Guanacaste Nosara Guanacaste
$279 nightly
The price is $307 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$307 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Safari Surf School and Frog Pad are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"The hotel is well deserved of their michelin star! The staff were AMAZING! We met Miri & Jaime (owners) as well, they were so personable and cool to chat with. They gave so much attention to detail including the rooms. It was so comfortable and so well thought out. Even the hairdryer was giving high ..."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026

Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels
Domo Nosara Boutique Hotel

Domo Nosara Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
400 m west of Playa Pelada Intersection Nosara Guanacaste
$129 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$146 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Playa Pelada and Frog Pad are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"We had the best time at Domo!! The whole team are fantastic, they really go above and beyond. We would LOVE to come back any time we're in Nosara again. Can't recommend enough!!"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Domo Nosara Boutique Hotel
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.
Residencias Samara

Residencias Samara

4 out of 5
Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"We had a late flight and arrived late, but were given excellent directions which made checking in seamless and easy. The location was close to the beach, very convenient, clean and quiet. We loved our stay here!"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026

Residencias Samara
Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff

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 Carrillo Beach and Samara ...
10/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews)
"A wonderful experience for our family! The property is amazing, the area is beautiful, and everything is made easier and relaxing by not having to worry about breakfast and dinner. The food was excellent!"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
Costa Rica BEACH Castle with WATERSLIDE, WATERFALL, 2 Pools on SANDY BEACH 12ppl

Costa Rica BEACH Castle with WATERSLIDE, WATERFALL, 2 Pools on SANDY BEACH 12ppl

Junquillal Costa Rica
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Veintisiete de Abril. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Junquillal Beach and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
"This place was the closest thing to paradise that my family has ever been to. Every amenity was there, the instructions were very clear, and the location was better than we could have imagined."

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

Costa Rica BEACH Castle with WATERSLIDE, WATERFALL, 2 Pools on SANDY BEACH 12ppl
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.

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