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 736 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
AED 736
AED 832 total
30 Sep - 1 Oct
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! (1,170 reviews)
"Pésima la atención comparado al pago que hicimos muy mala experiencia para no volver a llegar ahí"

Reviewed on 7 September 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 333 per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
AED 333
AED 432 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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 ...
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 558 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
AED 558
AED 755 total
14 Sep - 15 Sep
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"This hotel is very beautiful, but something to keep in mind. The food and beverages from the restaurant are very over priced. Just as an example a glass of Prosecco was roughly 22-25$ (USD) which is enough to just go out in town and buy your own bottle. Also, the breakfast for just my wife and I ..."

Reviewed on 6 September 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 1 August 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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"Un lugar pequeñito, pero con todo lo que se necesita, la pasamos muy bien!"

Reviewed on 18 August 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 30 April 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.