Title: Visit Nicoya: 2026 Travel Guide for Nicoya, Guanacaste | Expedia.com

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# 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)

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## Visit Nicoya

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Nicoya

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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. 

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![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, La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park are some notable places to visit nearby. 

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- Nicoya Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Nicoya

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Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste

$371 nightly

$419 total

Apr 15 - Apr 16

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! (687 reviews)

The hotel room was spacious and clean. The property is clean, well-decorated, and we felt very safe. The staff was very friendly and appreciated a friendly conversation. Many of the staff recognized my partner and me and remembered our drink orders. The pool is absolutely beautiful and well-maintained, ...

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

Nosara, Guanacaste Nosara 

$179 nightly

$203 total

Apr 21 - Apr 22

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! (396 reviews)

Amazing sunsets. Great pool and hot tub. Yummy breakfast and dinners.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

Playa Guiones Nosara 

$260 nightly

$294 total

Apr 20 - Apr 21

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! (391 reviews)

Incredible property and location. The staff at the surf Club were incredible. The staff at the hotel weren't as friendly. I'd go back for the location and beauty.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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Residencias Samara

Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste

Book a stay at this beach apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)

Gorgeous clean and well constructed property. Friendly staff. Very comfortable stay. Grounds were well maintained and very private from the outside town. Be advised there are two different locations, Residencias and Beachfront. We had a two bedroom unit with kitchenette in the Residencias. There ...

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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! (48 reviews)

We loved our stay! The pool was quiet and clean. The room was small but very comfortable Lots of great restaurants nearby, I highly recommend La Cabane just a short walk away, we had breakfast every morning at this cozy outdoor spot. We really enjoyed Lola’s and the weekend market on the corner

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

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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 ...

10/10 Exceptional! (156 reviews)

Casa de la Loma exceeded our expectations and this was a bucket list trip. The amenities, the mesmerizing view of the ocean and the wonderful food & service provided by Anna & Freddy made this week so enjoyable. Anna was a joy to be around and so knowledgeable of the area, but her cooking was the ...

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

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#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Recaredo-Briceno-Park-Nicoya.d553248621594952154.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Nicoya-Colonial-Church-Nicoya.d6229546.Vacation-Attraction)

#### La Casa de la Cultura

Take the family on an outing to La Casa de la Cultura during your trip to Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views. 

[](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/1244891/8a5baac3-548a-4dc4-86da-7ce66993c433.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

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![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

$158

per traveler

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-mountain-beach-tour.a2869108.activity-details)

![Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46557743/03fa07b9-d6b2-44f7-9af6-8331222d9438.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)

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## 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

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