Nicoya Peninsula

Travel Guide

Coco Beach showing a beach
Nicoya Peninsula
Hermosa Bay Beach featuring boating and a sandy beach
Nicoya Peninsula
Hermosa Bay Beach which includes a sandy beach and mountains as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula

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Puerto Viejo

While Puerto Viejo isn't home to many top sights, Playa Coronado and Playa Torres are some notable places to visit nearby.

Puerto Viejo
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Palm Beach Estates

Palm Beach Estates might not have many top sights, but Grande Beach and Tamarindo Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Palm Beach Estates
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Coco Sunset Hills

While Coco Sunset Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa.

Coco Sunset Hills
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Rancho Armadillo

While Rancho Armadillo isn't home to many top sights, Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rancho Armadillo
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El Carmen

While there might not be top attractions in El Carmen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nicoya Colonial Church and Recaredo Briceno Park.

El Carmen
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Barrio Buenos Aires

Check out nearby sights like Parque Bernabela Ramos while you're spending some time in Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area.

Barrio Buenos Aires
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
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Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

3.5 out of 5
Flamingo Beach, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
The price is €249 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€249
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
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Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Wyndham Tamarindo

Wyndham Tamarindo

3.5 out of 5
200m Al E Y 800m Al N Del, Bco, Ncal. De Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is €122 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
€122
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I was very impressed with his property and the staff was very professional, friendly and helpful. My son and I had a great experience and we will definitely be returning back in the future."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Wyndham Tamarindo
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Las Catalinas Doorway

Las Catalinas Doorway

4 out of 5
Playa Danta, Tempate, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach vacation home in Tempate. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Potrero and Flamingo ...
9/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
"We loved our stay in Las Catalinas! We stayed in a beautiful three-level, two-bedroom home with incredible views—sunsets from the balcony were unforgettable. The town itself is incredibly charming and totally walkable. Everything is thoughtfully designed, and it feels both upscale and relaxed. The ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

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Hermosa Paradise

Hermosa Paradise

2 out of 5
Highway 159 behind Super Luperon, Sardinal, Guanacaste Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 beach bars. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Hermosa Paradise
Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo

4.5 out of 5
Av Central, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (77 reviews)
"Nice property with a great little pool and room has all the space you need. Walking distance from beach and downtown area. Staff were friendly."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
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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