Santa Cruz Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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.

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,186 reviews)
"No hay mucha diversión. Pero. La limpieza. La comida. EL TRATO AFECTUOSO Y EFICIENTE DE LOS TRABAJADORES..UFFF..EXCELENTE"
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Playa Conchal S/N, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
The price is NZ$902 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$902
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff here was amazing, all friendly and accomodating. The rooms are beautiful and very comfortable. Where they have some issue is the food; the food was not great. Most of the food I tried here was very bland and a lot of it was very overcooked. They could use some work in the food department. ..."
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium, Liberia, Guanacaste
The price is NZ$231 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$231
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (990 reviews)
"Perfect hotel for a short stay between the airport and your next destination. Recently renovated, spotless, and beautifully decorated. The kids loved the pool, and I really enjoyed the gym. The included breakfast was plentiful and delicious. I had no expectations, but this hotel truly exceeded them ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
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.

Hermosa Paradise
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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
"Good for what it is"
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Playa del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Loved the semi private beach. The staff at the restaurant was always kind and helpful. Everything was clean and well kept. Pools were beautiful. Villas was super clean and very comfortable to stay in. Thanks for a great experience."
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Luxury ocean front house, Sunset views, daily cleaning, 2 bedrooms
Flamingo
Stay at this vacation home in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews)
"This place is extremely beautiful and the price is well worth it"
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
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.
Activities

Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
NZ$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Zipline, Water slide , Horseback, Hot Springs | Most Popular
NZ$283
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Sloth Forest Tour, Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour & Waterfall
NZ$274
per adult
98% of travellers recommend

Volcano Hike , Waterfall and Hot Spring at Rio Negro
NZ$283
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco
NZ$191
per adult
82% of travellers recommend