Santa Cruz

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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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Barrio Buenos Aires

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Parque Bernabela Ramos is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area.

Barrio Buenos Aires
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,260 reviews)
Yes, everything great

Reviewed on 14 January 2026

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,366 reviews)
The staff are excellent. The hotel itself is a bit outdated and could definitely use a facelift to more warmer colors and lighting.

Reviewed on 10 January 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3 out of 5
Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium Liberia Guanacaste
The price is AED 511 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
AED 511
AED 577 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,234 reviews)
Clean rooms and new facility

Reviewed on 13 January 2026

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
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.
The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access

The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access

5 out of 5
Marisol Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Seven, our concierge was awesome! She recommended not renting a car, had a golf Cart waiting for us and saved us $! Beach club was great. House was spotless and luxurious! Just far enough to walk to the busiest downtown by beach. Thursday nite market was right down the street! Beware when renting ...

Reviewed on 3 January 2026

The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access
Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo

4.5 out of 5
Av Central Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
Well located. Really close to the beach.

Reviewed on 1 January 2026

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
Toro Blanco Resort

Toro Blanco Resort

2.5 out of 5
25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
We arrived 3 hours early, but our room was ready, so we were able to check in early. The room was such a treat, I loved the large balcony. My favourite thing was to lay in the hammock and read my book. The location is great, a couple of minutes to the beach (towels, beach mats, boogie boards provided) ...

Reviewed on 13 January 2026

Toro Blanco Resort
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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Reviews of Santa Cruz

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Little town, but several restaurants, supermarket. Nice soccer stadium