San Luis Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Welcome to Rio Tarcoles, where tourists stop to view these ancient dinosaurs. I've heard a few stories about this place, one being that locals sometimes toss live chickens off the bridge to put on a "show". I also read somewhere that a drunk man was bet $20 to swim across the river...and he did, but didn't quite make it. If you are at all amazed by crocodiles, this place is crazy cool. I've been here a couple of times and still get excited by the number of crocs there are. Once in awhile you'll see a stork slowly walk up to a croc, almost as if he's doing a dare, and the croc will slowly swim towards him. You get your camera ready waiting for something to go down. The stork usually smartens up and flys off though. #riotarcoles #tarcoles #costarica #crocs #river #centralamerica
Welcome to Rio Tarcoles, where tourists stop to view these ancient dinosaurs. I've heard a few stories about this place, one being that locals sometimes toss live chickens off the bridge to put on a "show". I also read somewhere that a drunk man was bet $20 to swim across the river...and he did, but didn't quite make it. If you are at all amazed by crocodiles, this place is crazy cool. I've been here a couple of times and still get excited by the number of crocs there are. Once in awhile you'll see a stork slowly walk up to a croc, almost as if he's doing a dare, and the croc will slowly swim towards him. You get your camera ready waiting for something to go down. The stork usually smartens up and flys off though. #riotarcoles #tarcoles #costarica #crocs #river #centralamerica
View from the crocodile bridge

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Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
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The price is NZ$364 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
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26 Feb - 27 Feb
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Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

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Crocs Resort & Casino

Crocs Resort & Casino

4.5 out of 5
800 metros norte del Banco de Costa Rica Jacó Puntarenas
The price is NZ$373 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$373
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
The room was fantastic with a great view. It was very clean and the staff were on the ball with everything. Anything we needed, they attended to. The pool was excellent also. No complaints. We would definitely recommend Crocs Resort to anyone

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Forum 2 Business Park Pozos San Jose
The price is NZ$239 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$239
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pozos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Best Hotel in San José area...Highly recommend

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

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BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

2.5 out of 5
Santa Ana Santa Ana San José
Stay at this condo in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Super nice place, well located. Clear instructions, clean and we liked all the details within the room.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
This was a really well kitted out apartment. Probably the best we have stayed in in 4 weeks of being in Costa Rica. The owners have thought of everything. Nothing was missing from the well stocked kitchen. We didn't get to use the pool but it looked lovely. I'd highly recommend this place. There's ...

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

2.5 out of 5
Calle Madrigal Jacó Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this apartment in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Jacó Beach and Marina Los Sueños are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
Kitchen was great! The apartment is well maintained and clean. Communication with the owner was excellent. Location is close to the beach and there is an excellent hike right across the main road.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

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