Nicoya
Travel Guide



Visit Nicoya
Where to stay in Nicoya

El Carmen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit La Casa de la Cultura and Recaredo Briceno Park.

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.

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
No towels when we checked in and they often didn't replenish them without asking, toilet was never cleaned, power went out often, asked concierge a question then was directed to someone else then back to him then back to someone else... That happened on multiple occasions. Battery in our door died ...
Reviewed on 24 February 2026

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
this resort was amazing!!!
Reviewed on 21 February 2026

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
The room was nice but dark. I suppose the rooms on the second floor are nicer. The staff didn’t seems to like their job. Or tired of girats maybe. Nice pool area. Note that this is a family hotel. It is not a calm romantic place. Breakfast was poor. I think that americans are the target for this ...
Reviewed on 25 February 2026

Residencias Samara
Spotlessly clean room. Really quiet. Lovely to be offered a welcome drink on arrival.
Reviewed on 15 January 2026

Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
This looked amazing online and when we arrived, our kids said “ this place is even better than the pictures show “! Wendy was an amazing host who helped us with transportation, additional hotel stays in the area, and every recommendation we needed. The house was well equipped, Ana made us amazing ...
Reviewed on 26 January 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
Nice place for the price
Reviewed on 16 February 2026
Popular places to visit

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.
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.
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.

