Nicoya

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Where to stay in Nicoya

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El Carmen

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit Nicoya Colonial Church and Recaredo Briceno Park.

El Carmen
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Casitas

While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Nicoya Colonial Church and Recaredo Briceno Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Casitas
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Playa Samara, Carrillo, Sámara, Guanacaste
The price is AED 1,280 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
AED 1,280
AED 1,446 total
1 Sep - 2 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Sámara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (588 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience. The beach is beautiful. The town is so cute and you can walk from the beach. Everyone was so nice."

Reviewed on 2 August 2025

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

4 out of 5
Playa Guiones, Nosara
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (362 reviews)
"Everyone was super friendly and helpful would definitely go back"

Reviewed on 12 July 2025

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

4 out of 5
Nosara, Guanacaste, Nosara
The price is AED 659 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
AED 659
AED 744 total
1 Sep - 2 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nosara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (360 reviews)
"Friendly staff and beautiful property and views, we enjoyed all the delicious food, overall and amazing stay."

Reviewed on 18 July 2025

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
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.
Residencias Samara

Residencias Samara

3.5 out of 5
Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque, 50m Oeste de las Oficinas del ICE, Sámara, Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Parfaite hotel familiale proche de tout
"Nous avons adoré l’hotel !! Très propre, personnel vraiment souriant. Proche des restaurants et de la plage. Je recommande fortement. On était une famille 2 adultes et 2 enfants, la piscine était wow! Je garde l’hotel dans mes favoris."

Reviewed on 31 July 2025

Residencias Samara
Villas Welcome to Heaven

Villas Welcome to Heaven

3.5 out of 5
West Corner from the soccer field, Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Samara Beach and Carrillo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Really nice place Nice pool About 10 min by walk to playa carillo beach"

Reviewed on 28 July 2025

Villas Welcome to Heaven
Your Own Private Paradise with Full-Time Chef, housekeeper all included

Your Own Private Paradise with Full-Time Chef, housekeeper all included

Puerto Carrillo
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Puerto Carrillo. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Playa ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Would Definitely Go Back!!!
"Cannot say enough great things about our stay. It is the best VRBO property we've stayed at on an all-around basis. Great communication and help from the owner, Ana and Freddy are fantastic, the home is beautiful and perfect for 8-10 people, and Costa Rica is beautiful. Staying here you get to experience ..."

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Your Own Private Paradise with Full-Time Chef, housekeeper all included
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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