Santa Cecilia

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Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
De semáforos Liberia 13 km Norte Canas Dulces Guanacaste
The price is $111 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$111 total
per night
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Canas Dulces. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Oropéndola Waterfall and La ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (528 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Amazing Views. So many activities and hikes close by. Especially loved the HotSprings. If you go early, you’ll enjoy them just for yourself."

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Borinquen Thermal Resort

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 out of 5
Rincon De La Vieja Canas Dulces Guanacaste
The price is $198 total per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
$198 total
per night
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Book a stay at this spa resort in Canas Dulces. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (733 reviews)
"Nice stay. Very quiet and peaceful."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2026

Borinquen Thermal Resort
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4 out of 5
Pailas Area Curubandé Guanacaste
The price is $300 total per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
$300 total
per night
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Curubandé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (908 reviews)
"This resort is amazing. You are so close to all the activities you would want to do! We came here for a girls trip and were not disappointed. We went tubing in the river, zip lining in the forest canyon, horse back riding, the national park with boiling mud beds 👀 and saw waterfalls that took our ..."

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2026

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
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Cabañas Don Ramiro

Cabañas Don Ramiro

3 out of 5
El Gavilan Guayabo Alajuela
Stay at this cabin in Guayabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park and La Catedral ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"The room was nice and the breakfast very delicious. The pool was closed, there was no water in it maybe they renovate it, not sure. To get there is quite a long drive on gravel roads but we enjoyed seeing so many birds in the morning."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

Cabañas Don Ramiro
Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

3 out of 5
Playa Puerto Soley La Cruz Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in La Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Playa Papaturro and Playa Copal are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"Un lugar sin privacidad. La parte frontal de la habitación es de vidrio( Sucios) lo que expone a los huéspedes a la mirada en todo momento de cualquier persona. Durante nuestra estancia habían trabajadores que acentúaban aún más este problema. Además, mantenían música y conversaciones a alto volumen. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026

Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari
Casa Paz by Otium

Casa Paz by Otium

2.5 out of 5
casa paz La Cruz Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in La Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services. Popular attractions Playa Puerto Soley and Playa Conventillos are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Incroyable endroit de paix! Propriété magnifique avec chevaux, si singes… la cabane rustique tient bien c’est nom, c’est rustique! Mais l’expérience vaut la peine. Le manager sur place est d’une gentillesse et d’un dévouement incroyable! Sans voiture, l’endroit n’est pas très facile d’accès, mais ..."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026

Casa Paz by Otium
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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.

Things to do

Healing Thermals

Healing Thermals (Thermals & Lunch) by Sensoria

$152
per adult
Healing Thermals (Thermals & Lunch) by Sensoria
Jaguar Pool - Night To"La Jaguar" our finest thermal mineral pool, in the middle of Sensoria Jungle, would embrace you with the sounds of our rainforest. ur

Spa Luxury & Jaguar Luxury by Sensoria

$226
per adult
Spa Luxury & Jaguar Luxury by Sensoria
Rincon de la Vieja: Blue Waterfall Experience & Hot Springs

Rincon de la Vieja: Blue Waterfall Experience & Hot Springs

$198
per adult
Rincon de la Vieja: Blue Waterfall Experience & Hot Springs
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Santa Cecilia?
The best time to visit Santa Cecilia is from October through February. For travelers seeking fewer crowds and better value, the quieter months of April through June are a good option, providing a more relaxed atmosphere.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Santa Cecilia?
Yes, Expedia offers many flexible booking options, and you can look for refundable hotels in Santa Cecilia by entering your dates and using the refundable or fully refundable filter. Always check the hotel's cancellation policy before you book, since terms can vary by hotel, and visit Expedia help center for further details.
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Should I stay in a hotel or vacation rental in Santa Cecilia?
The best choice depends on your travel style. Hotels in Santa Cecilia can be a good fit for convenience, on-site amenities, and shorter stays, while vacation rentals may offer more space, privacy, and home-style amenities for longer trips, families, or groups. With Expedia, you can compare both options side by side, read traveler reviews, and filter by amenities to find the right fit for your trip.
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