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Top hotels and accommodation in Santa Cruz

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Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1026)
"The property was lovely and very well maintained. The decor is a bit dated but the staff were all so helpful and friendly. "
Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1231)
"The property is large and about 50 minutes from the airport in the middle of nowhere. The food options are great!! Reservations are not required for the restaurants but you have to get there at least 15 minutes before they open if you want to get a table. The selection of food at the buffet and the different restaurant are excellent. The people and service are are also excellent. The only con to this property is the beach. It is not very clean and we witnessed one of the souvenir vendors deal...
Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (669)
"There was a “jacuzzi” however it was just a tub and no jets and when we used the desk called and said we were flooding the area below us. Why have a Jacuzzi and not be able to use it? Why call a large tub a jacuzzi?"
The price is NZ$473
per night
29 May - 30 May
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
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Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (219)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The beach is an easy 5 minute walk down a paved road. AC in the room was nice and the bed was comfortable. The pool is small, but clean and sunny. "
The price is NZ$177
per night
30 May - 31 May
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Exterior
Seis Playas Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (406)
"The swimming pool is huge, can easily accommodate scores of people. Rooms basic, but entirely sufficient for overnight stay. If staying longer, one might like to have a small fridge in the room, especially as no lunch services in the facility. (The two of us had a portable cooler that proved sufficent for out purposes during our one-week stay). Breakfast, dinner entirely satisfactory, the latter served 7-8 PM only. -- Price-to-room ration favourable"
The price is NZ$139
per night
19 May - 20 May
Seis Playas Hotel
Outdoor pool
Hotel Pura Vista
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (80)
"When we arrived there was a hiccup at airport / rental car. I was very concerned but called Thisbee. She calmed me, explained options, and was a trusted colleague. The owners went well above their “jobs” to assure our stay was perfect, and it was. "
Hotel Pura Vista
Beach nearby, white sand
Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (59)
"My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. Staff was really nice and helped with anything we needed! couple beaches nearby. Our favorite was playa flamingo which was only a 5min drive. PURA VIDA! "
The price is NZ$165
per night
17 May - 18 May
Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms
Karao - Guancaste Airport
2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (97)
"Breakfast was amazing. The road was noisy outside but there isn't much you can do about that. Nice place for a quick stay."
The price is NZ$97
per night
17 May - 18 May
Karao - Guancaste Airport
Beach nearby, white sand, 2 beach bars
Bahia Esmeralda
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (114)
"Staff was friendly and helpful Breakfast was ok"
The price is NZ$140
per night
24 May - 25 May
Bahia Esmeralda
Beach nearby
Guanacaste Lodge
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (138)
"This community of small Villas was perfect for our stay. The grounds were beautiful and the staff were very helpful and kind. The location was very convenient, being next to a supermarket and a 10 minute walk from the local beach. The rooms are not luxury, but nice for this price and they have everything you need. We had a problem with our AC unit on the first night, but the staff was quick to offer us a new room while it was being repaired. The breakfast was traditional Costa Rican...
The price is NZ$98
per night
28 May - 29 May
Guanacaste Lodge
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Magnificent Luxury Home with New Addition. 11000sf. Sleeps 19. VRBO Superhost.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"We had a wonderful time enjoying dinners and sunsets at this awesome property. The staff was very helpful and pleasant."
Magnificent Luxury Home with New Addition. 11000sf. Sleeps 19. VRBO Superhost.
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Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (84)
"This was the perfect place for us to really enjoy the beach walking distance from our room. The staff was lovely, and the food at the restaurant was very very good. The sunset from the beach restaurant could not have been any better. The walk to the main avenue of tourist shops maybe takes 15-20 minutes, but walking along the beach makes it very pleasant. "
The price is NZ$182
per night
17 May - 18 May
Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel
Restaurant
Hotel Coco Beach Condos
3.0 star property
4.0 out of 10, (11)
"Very good accommodation for me. no fancy but the neccessary things. "
The price is NZ$89
per night
19 May - 20 May
Hotel Coco Beach Condos
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Luxury Coco Villas
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (65)
"Room was good for the price. We were unable to access our room because we couldn’t reach the manager to let us in. Had to wait at a nearby restaurant for an hour before she responded to our messages and then met us at the gate."
Luxury Coco Villas
Beach
Pacific Sunset Ground Unit Condo across the beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"I have to say this was a very nice place for the price point. The location is great. 5 minutes from Coco and 2 minutes to the beach. Nice pool and secure grounds. Restaurants, convenient store and awesome coffee shops next to the property. If I had to say something cautionary- it would be that it it small. It’s a 2 bedroom but the living area and kitchen are for one or two people. But if you are on the go then it’s a great base camp for more. I would definitely stay at this location again !!!"
Pacific Sunset Ground Unit Condo across the beach
Standard Quadruple Room
Hotel Flor de Itabo
2.5 star property
4.8 out of 10, (70)
"It's a great option if you want to save some money. The staff are amazing and it's a quiet and safe place with security. It's my second time staying there and it's great 👍"
The price is NZ$77
per night
18 May - 19 May
Hotel Flor de Itabo
Property grounds
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"The place had amazing views. The staff was very nice. The number of bedrooms/ bathrooms was very misleading. I would not recommend that an adult sleep on a pull out couch."
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
Bungalow | Property grounds
Potrero Glamp
2.0 star property
The price is NZ$262
per night
17 May - 18 May
Potrero Glamp
Pool
Affordable Oceanview - 2 Bedroom - Walk to Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61)
"A great view of the bay with sunset, great location, extra stuff for beach and kitchen provided. Great deal."
Affordable Oceanview - 2 Bedroom - Walk to Beach
Poolside bar
The Palms Playa Flamingo
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Es un lugar hermoso, la estancia es literalmente de lujo."
The Palms Playa Flamingo
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Pension Playa Samara

Pension Playa Samara

75m Oeste Casa Paraiso, Playa Samara, Sámara, Guanecaste
The price is NZ$82 per night from May 17 to May 18
NZ$82
per night
17 May - 18 May
9/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews)

Stay near top Santa Cruz attractions

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Parque Bernabela Ramos

Explore the great outdoors at Parque Bernabela Ramos, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

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Parque Bernabela Ramos

Santa Cruz hotels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
4,770 hotels
Lowest Price
NZ$77
Highest Price
NZ$1,726

Frequently asked questions

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

What's the best hotel for families in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Also, attractions in the area such as Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What is the best spa hotel in Santa Cruz?

Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a highly recommended spa hotel with a pool. In-room massages are also available. See all spa hotels in Santa Cruz.

What's it like to stay in Santa Cruz?

Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer, including its parks. In Santa Cruz, there are 39 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?

A favourite place to visit is Parque Bernabela Ramos. You'll also find Papagayo Golf and Country Club and Junquillal Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Santa Cruz?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are December and January, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 498 mm of rainfall.

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Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

5/5 Excellent
"Clean rooms. Great beach access. Free breakfast. Close to everything and easy to get picked up for any tours."
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
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Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort