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

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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 Jul 1 to Jul 2
$229 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,134 reviews)
"El staff de actividades excelente siempre"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
$118 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$133 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

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
$240 nightly
The price is $271 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$271 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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 ...
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! (54 reviews)
"Lo único malo, el agua caliente se tarda un buen rato en salir. Por lo demás, todo perfecto. Limpieza, ubicación, check in, etc."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 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 ...
Macaw Paradise
Ocean view, full time staff, concierge services. Winner 2013 - 2026 top rental

Ocean view, full time staff, concierge services. Winner 2013 - 2026 top rental

Punta Leona Puntarenas (province)
Book a stay at this beach villa in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Marina Los Sueños and Herradura Beach are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
"We had never been to Costa Rica before so we didn’t know quite what to expect. Take the transportation from the airport. Once we got to the house, it was fabulous. The house is clean, and the staff are second to none. Every meal prepared for us was absolutely delicious. The views are spectacular ..."

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026

Ocean view, full time staff, concierge services. Winner 2013 - 2026 top rental
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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