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Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (92 reviews)
"The staff were amazing! Have mobility issues and they could not have been more helpful !"
Canada
Judith
The price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

Ostional Turtle Lodge

Ostional Turtle Lodge
2.0 star property
Cuajiniquil
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Very clean, great host and quiet secure area. "
Canada
Sheri
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Ostional Turtle Lodge

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
Liberia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,536 reviews)
"Nice and clean room Good food at the restaurant Great location for airport !"
Canada
Louise
The price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
3.0 star property
Liberia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,569 reviews)
"Great location, good breakfast, shuttle was efficient, "
Canada
Lyle
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

The Hideaway Hotel

The Hideaway Hotel
3.5 star property
Sámara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (312 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay, clean, staff was wonderful, monkeys outside everyday! Breakfast was delicious! "
United States
SARAH
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
The Hideaway Hotel

Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"This place is great! It’s in a prime location, the room is clean, and the breakfast is delicious."
United States
Alex
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June
Hotel Ocotal B&B

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
3.5 star property
Cabo Velas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay! Took advantage of the all inclusive and ir was great."
Canada
Brandy
The price is NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal

W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal
5.0 star property
Cabo Velas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (376 reviews)
"Loved this Resort!! "
United States
william
The price is NZ$1,238
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal

Hotel El Regalo

Hotel El Regalo
3.0 star property
Nicoya
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (51 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and Staff was very nice. 👍 "
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Hotel El Regalo

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great family friendly resort"
United States
pallavi
The price is NZ$659
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (917 reviews)
"Great service and location."
United States
sebastian
The price is NZ$519
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Sol Samara
3.0 star property
Sámara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (227 reviews)
"Outstanding staff and amenties."
United States
John
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Tamarindo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great property, friendly staff, good location. "
United States
Danelle
The price is NZ$456
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Suitree Experience Hotel

Suitree Experience Hotel
4.0 star property
Sardinal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Great menu with a lot of traditional dishes and some westernized meals. Amazing grounds and very comfortable beds. Amazing views."
Canada
Melissa
The price is NZ$539
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Suitree Experience Hotel

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
4.0 star property
Tempate
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (297 reviews)
"It was an incredible experience - the hotel, the staff, and of course the paradise location. Special thanks to Luis, for his constant desire to help and serve pushed the experience over the top!"
United States
William
The price is NZ$1,685
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Sunset Shack Hotel

Sunset Shack Hotel
3.0 star property
Nosara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, great location and quaint rooms!"
United States
Emily
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Sunset Shack Hotel

Tortuga Verde Glamping

Tortuga Verde Glamping
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (58 reviews)
"Breakfast was cooked fresh daily."
Canada
Michael
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Tortuga Verde Glamping

Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (483 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, grounds were kept very clean and parking was secure "
Canada
matthew
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Hotel Villa del Sueño

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
4.5 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (491 reviews)
"The food at the restaurants was not very good for such a well kept property"
United States
Lauren
The price is NZ$963
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

Siwõ Art Guesthouse

Siwõ Art Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (22 reviews)
"Wasclean ,friendly "
Canada
Towfik
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Siwõ Art Guesthouse
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Locals gather at Parque Bernabela Ramos to enjoy live music and sample traditional dishes at weekend food stalls. Rent a board to catch beginner-friendly waves at Playa Tamarindo, or book horseback tours through nearby Diriá National Park.

Tamarindo Beach coastline from above, Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?
Located 21.5 mi (34.6 km) from the heart of Santa Cruz, Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?
Las Catalinas Doorway: This holiday home rental outside Santa Cruz is located on the beach, and has a balcony, a terrace and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include kitchenware to make your meal-planning easier. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and outdoor tennis courts. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.
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 is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features 2 outdoor pools and free Wi-Fi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Cruz.
What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?
Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Cruz.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Cruz?
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive: Features 6 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa are a couple of other choices with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools 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. A top sight in the area is Tamarindo Beach. In Santa Cruz, there are 34 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. Additionally, you'll find Tamarindo 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.