Tárcoles Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The mouth of the Tárcoles River (Río Grande de Tarcoles) among wildlife rich mangrove forests, Costa Rica
Caption---- Tarcoles River Crocodiles in Costa RIca
This beach was amazing. So secluded during the week
Spotted this cactus on the beach. People have carved their names on the leaves just like you would on a tree trunk.
Lunch time Turquoise-browed Motmot

Where to stay in Tárcoles

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Sotavento II

Sotavento II might not have many top sights, but Mantas Beach and Playa Blanca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sotavento II
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

5 out of 5
3 Km South and 600 mts East Carara National Park Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is NZ$630 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$630
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
Pool was never cleaned

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®
Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is NZ$243 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
NZ$243
9 Apr - 10 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
We stayed at an apartment rental on the resort. The food was really not good and during the buffet there was food dropped everywhere and no staff to make aure consistently cleaning. The road conditions were terrible, it is a very large property and you really have to drive everywhere the roads needed ...

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hotel Punta Leona
Hotel Villa Caletas

Hotel Villa Caletas

4 out of 5
Central Pacific 5 miles before Jaco Tárcoles Puntarenas
Stay at this beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (711 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hotel Villa Caletas
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.
Large 3 BR Condo, Panoramic Ocean Views, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH

Large 3 BR Condo, Panoramic Ocean Views, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH

Garabito Puntarenas
Stay at this beach condo in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Marina Los Sueños and Playa Blanca are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (183 reviews)
Excellent place.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Large 3 BR Condo, Panoramic Ocean Views, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
Beautiful property and very well stocked with anything you may need!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Nomad Living CR
Ocean view, full time staff, concierge services. Winner 2013 - 2026 top rental

Ocean view, full time staff, concierge services. Winner 2013 - 2026 top rental

Punta Leona Puntarenas (province)
Stay at this beach villa in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Marina Los Sueños and Playa Blanca are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (133 reviews)
Carlos and Gina make the trip so enjoyable. The food and hospitality are amazing. Feeding the monkeys was a blast. The house was so beautiful and comfortable. Very peaceful. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Ocean view, full time staff, concierge services. Winner 2013 - 2026 top rental
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.

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