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.

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
The price is AED 858 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
AED 858
AED 970 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & 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! (1,138 reviews)
"Food was good"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is AED 478 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
AED 478
AED 540 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (1,004 reviews)
"We had a great stay at this location. Close to Carrera National Park as well as the beach. We did not use their pool facilities or spa. Dinner buffet was what you’d expect when feeding a crowd but had a nice variety. We would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 3 July 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
The price is AED 613 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
AED 613
AED 818 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"El hotel es precioso. El personal del hotel es maravilloso y procuran que la estancia sea perfecta. Personal como Jimena y Eder, que trabajan en los restaurantes merecen los mejores reconocimientos."

Reviewed on 9 July 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! (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 27 June 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 5 April 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.