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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Barrio Buenos Aires
3.5/5(3 area reviews)
Parque Bernabela Ramos is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (236 reviews)
Great time.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,470 reviews)
Exceptional staff and meals. Rooms were a little outdated / tired but overall, definitely recommend.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Condovac la Costa
400 metros norte de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal
$178 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$201 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Sardinal. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,015 reviews)
I was disappointed because much of what they advertised (and why we paid $ to stay at this particular property) flat out didn’t exist. There is no beach volleyball, no basketball courts, no arcade, there is no pizzeria, there is not more than 1 restaurant-actually there is a buffet that has very ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
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.

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
Av Central Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (100 reviews)
I really enjoyed my stay at Casa Nahua and plan to be back soon! I stayed in the monkey suite and I highly recommend it as long as you can handle some steps. I am a woman traveling alone and I felt very safe and had almost total privacy. It’s very close to the action so it’s a little loud at night, ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Hermosa Paradise
Highway 159 behind Super Luperon Sardinal Guanacaste Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 beach bars. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
Parking was a little tight but overall everything was great with our stay.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Toro Blanco Resort
25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)
Cuarto adecuado, aire acondicionado perfecto, desayuno promedio. Excelente ubicación. Excelente piscina, hotel bonito.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
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.
Popular places to visit
Parque Bernabela Ramos
1/5(1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Bernabela Ramos, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
$131
per adult
88% of travellers recommend

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo
$85
per adult
78% of travellers recommend

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or Riu Hotels
$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour
$160
per adult
98% of travellers recommend

Rio Celeste Falls+Rain Forest+Tubing+Slothful Shrine
$170
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
- Parque Bernabela Ramos
- Coco Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
- Flamingo Beach
- Playa Potrero
- Conchal Beach
- Playa Hermosa
- Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
- Samara Beach
- Ocotal Beach
- Reserva Conchal Golf Course
- Carrillo Beach
- Playa Brasilito
- Grande Beach
- Playa Langosta
- Avellanas Beach
- Nosara Beach
- Mansita Beach
- Junquillal Beach
- Guiones Beach
- Penca Beach
- Papagayo Golf and Country Club
- San Juanillo Beach
- Playa Pelada
- Casino Diria
- Bahia Pez Vela Beach
- Playa Penca
- Diamante Eco Adventure Park
- Callejones Beach
- Garza Beach
- Playa Calzón de Pobre




