Barranca

Travel Guide

A beach with a long stretch of sand, a calm sea, and a line of palm trees in the background.
A beach with a white police vehicle parked on the right, palm trees, and a distant ship on the water.
A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear sky, and a line of palm trees along the shore.

Where to stay in Barranca

Find the best Barranca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Barranca
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San Miguelito

While there might not be top attractions in San Miguelito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puntarenas Beach and Playa Boca de Barranca.

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
$202 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$229 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach property in El Roble. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
$131 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$148 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Punta Leona
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

5 out of 5
3 Km South and 600 mts East Carara National Park Tárcoles Puntarenas
$187 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$211 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"The staff and employees truly made our experience exceptional. The company should recognize just how important its people are to the success of the business. Any time we had any major concerns (and we had a couple), it was addressed immediately, and the staff consistently went above and beyond to ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®
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.
Nomad Living CR

Nomad Living CR

3.5 out of 5
Calle La Barca Tárcoles Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this aparthotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"Guests needs had been very well thought through. Lovely place!"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

Nomad Living CR
Macaw Paradise

Macaw Paradise

3 out of 5
tarcoles playa la pita Tarcoles Provincia de Puntarenas
Book a stay at this beach villa in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa Bochinche and Hacienda las Agujas are ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"Todo estuvo muy bien, las cabinas justo en la playa, muy limpias, cocinita básica pero con todo, camas cómodas. Piscina limpia y acogedora. Le doy 8 de 10 pero pagas poco y recibes mas"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Macaw Paradise
Cool Bali Style Villa, w/stunning views, HiSpeedWifi., 3Brs. solar heated pool.

Cool Bali Style Villa, w/stunning views, HiSpeedWifi., 3Brs. solar heated pool.

Atenas Alajuela Province
Stay at this vacation home in Escobal. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
"The host and especially, the property manager, helped make this one of the most memorable trips I've ever made. from helping to set up drivers to information on the best places to see sloths. Great place."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Cool Bali Style Villa, w/stunning views, HiSpeedWifi., 3Brs. solar heated pool.
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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