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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, (87 reviews)
"Very Nice Hotel"
United States
Federico
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
3.0 star property
Liberia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,473 reviews)
"Modern, well designed rooms, very good breakfast and the pool area was nice."
Canada
William A
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"Staff was great, breakfast was made to order , nice relaxing pool area"
United States
Joshua
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
Liberia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,507 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Terry
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (470 reviews)
"Very pleasant place to stay. The restaurant food and entertainment made our overnight stay lovely."
Canada
Jan
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel Luna Azul
3.0 star property
Cuajiniquil
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Staff were amazing Seabass made the whole trip for us. The food here is incredible. Worth the drive. So relaxing and secluded. Would stay again. Free breakfast was so so good."
Canada
Erin
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel El Regalo

Hotel El Regalo
3.0 star property
Nicoya
7.8 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and Staff was very nice. 👍 "
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Hotel El Regalo

The Hideaway Hotel

The Hideaway Hotel
3.5 star property
Sámara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (306 reviews)
"Great value for our getaway. "
Canada
Jan
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
The Hideaway Hotel

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Tamarindo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Really nice staff.. perfectly located… clean and friendly beautiful property great food"
Canada
Ben
The price is NZ$511
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Hotel Villa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (339 reviews)
"We ate out. Breakfast there was delicious "
United States
Barbara
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Hotel Villa Del Sol

RipJack Inn

RipJack Inn
3.5 star property
Cabo Velas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"We always have a wonderful stay at the Rip Jack. The staff is amazing, the food is outstanding, the rooms are great and the location is perfect!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
RipJack Inn

Sunset Shack Hotel

Sunset Shack Hotel
3.0 star property
Nosara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Great location, pool is an added bonus as is the onsite restaurant. Excellent dining options within walking distance."
Canada
Dave
The price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Sunset Shack Hotel

Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Sol Samara
3.0 star property
Sámara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
"Outstanding staff and amenties."
United States
John
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Hotel Sol Samara

Suitree Experience Hotel

Suitree Experience Hotel
4.0 star property
Sardinal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Exceeded expectations - design, nature, staff, food! Johnny, Grace and the team at Taru kept us well fed with excellent wine pairings. One of our best holidays to date. "
Canada
Katie
The price is NZ$630
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Suitree Experience Hotel

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana
3.0 star property
Palm Beach Estates
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"Outside really beautiful"
Canada
Nathalie
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (885 reviews)
"Great location, easy access to the beach, very friendly staff "
Canada
KHOURCHED
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Villas Sol Beach Resort

Marina Flamingo

Marina Flamingo
4.5 star property
Cabo Velas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Very clean, great place"
United States
Juan Jose Lopez
The price is NZ$550
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Marina Flamingo

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
3.5 star property
Cabo Velas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Brandon
The price is NZ$493
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Olas Verdes Hotel

Olas Verdes Hotel
3.5 star property
Nosara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (171 reviews)
"Everything was just perfect!"
Canada
Michelle
The price is NZ$357
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Olas Verdes Hotel

Hotel Amira

Hotel Amira
2.5 star property
Puerto Carrillo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff and the pool was outstanding. Highly recommended "
Canada
Dave
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Hotel Amira
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Our guide on where to stay in Santa Cruz

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Barrio Buenos Aires

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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 Condovac la Costa. 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 of 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: Property located near Ocotal Beach. Features 6 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and Condovac la Costa 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 32 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.