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Macaw Lodge

Macaw Lodge
3.0 star property
Carara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, enchanting property, excellent food! We loved our stay."
United States
Romin
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Macaw Lodge

HomePuraVidaconSaborCubano

HomePuraVidaconSaborCubano
2.0 star property
Turrúcares
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This was a beautiful unit a short drive from San Jose. The host offered us food and breakfast and messaged to check in if we were comfortable. We saw so many birds in the morning and evening. The pictures on the website don’t do justice to the amazing property. "
United States
Bulbul
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
HomePuraVidaconSaborCubano

Hotel Villa Caletas

Hotel Villa Caletas
4.0 star property
Tárcoles
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (704 reviews)
"Amazing view of the ocean and sunset from our room!"
Canada
Valerie
Hotel Villa Caletas

Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge

Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge
2.5 star property
Tárcoles
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (104 reviews)
"Highly recommend!"
United States
Masashi
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge

Hotel D'Lucia

Hotel D'Lucia
2.5 star property
Tárcoles
7.4 out of 10, Good, (19 reviews)
"Older hotel and basic rooms. Could use a facelift. Driveway in is dangerous to get in and out of."
United States
jane
Hotel D'Lucia

Hotel Arenas en Punta Leona

Hotel Arenas en Punta Leona
3.0 star property
Tárcoles
7.8 out of 10, Good, (624 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and clean pool.."
United States
Schneider
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Hotel Arenas en Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona
3.0 star property
Tárcoles
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (986 reviews)
"Excellent resort at absolutely stunning location"
United States
Katelyn
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hotel Punta Leona

Akua Ocean View Suites

Akua Ocean View Suites
2.5 star property
Tárcoles
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Very clean, quite and easy to get to "
United States
Johannes Ibsgaard
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Akua Ocean View Suites

Nomad Living CR

Nomad Living CR
3.5 star property
Tárcoles
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"great place, safe, quiet, excellent area"
United States
paul
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Nomad Living CR

Villas Azul

Villas Azul
3.0 star property
Tárcoles
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"The place is a rental property rather than a hotel. The host Carla was very friendly and responsive. The view was amazing. However, the property could use some serious work. There were holes on the wall, stains on the couch, splashes on the kitchen window shades, mold or stains on bathroom ceiling. The bathroom sink doesn’t work. Walls are paper thin that you can hear everything from the next door neighbor. The bedroom AC doesn’t work properly, that it doesn’t cool and was very noisy. The...
United States
Anonymous traveller
Villas Azul

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
3.5 star property
El Roble
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,100 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, helpful staff, and good food choices. Safe atmosphere…"
United States
Kelly Widrick
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Jesús
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"The facilities are outstanding. The view is stunning. Beautiful place. We had a great time. This said, I think the wine selection could be improved (wines are ridiculously expensive for the quality). The food at the main restaurant was not that great, but our dinner at mystique was excellent."
United States
Laurent
The price is €482
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde
3.5 star property
Orotina
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (134 reviews)
"This is a good little stop over if you get into San Jose late and just need a place to sleep."
United States
Julie
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

Hotel Colinas del Sol

Hotel Colinas del Sol
3.0 star property
Atenas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean. The staff was wonderful. They remembered our name and took great care of us. We will come back. 😊"
United States
Edward
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hotel Colinas del Sol

Ela Hotel Jaco

Ela Hotel Jaco
3.0 star property
Jaco
6.6 out of 10, (10 reviews)
"Pictures were deceiving, room is outdated and lacks maintenance. Floor tiles were broken, bathroom was dirty and with bugs. Lots of noise, day and night. It says breakfast is included but it only has salad and toasts. Place really needs maintenance before it gets listed again"
United States
Alexander
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Ela Hotel Jaco

BUNGALOWS SANLAZ

BUNGALOWS SANLAZ
4.0 star property
Jesús
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Amazing spot"
United States
Theodore
BUNGALOWS SANLAZ

Contemporary Viva Jaco Residences Suite With Pool

Contemporary Viva Jaco Residences Suite With Pool
2.0 star property
Barrio Santa Lucía
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Property was clean, pool area was immaculate"
United States
Harold Kelly
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Contemporary Viva Jaco Residences Suite With Pool

Hotel Cerro Lodge

Hotel Cerro Lodge
3.0 star property
Lagunillas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"Great location surrounded by nature and animals, hospitable staff and delicious restaurant "
Canada
Dana
Hotel Cerro Lodge

Hotel Sirius

Hotel Sirius
3.0 star property
Labrador
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"TODO ESTUVO EXCELENTE HABITACION MUY LIMPIA Y MUY COMPLETA VOLVERE ENCANTADO. GRACIAS SEÑOR Norman. "
Germany
Franklin
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Hotel Sirius

Paradise Bay Hotel Boutique

Paradise Bay Hotel Boutique
4.5 star property
Jacó
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (278 reviews)
"Great place, awesome restaurant! Staff is friendly and wonderful "
United States
Regina
Paradise Bay Hotel Boutique
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Carara?
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive, located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from the heart of Carara, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Crocs Resort & Casino and Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Carara.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Carara has to offer?
Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests.: This holiday home rental outside of Carara is located on the beach, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. It offers a terrace, a garden and 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. See all vacation rentals in Carara.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carara, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Carara.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Carara?
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive: Features 4 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and 4 restaurants. Crocs Resort & Casino and Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró are a couple of other choices with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Carara.
What is staying in Carara like?
Those travelling to Carara will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In Carara, there are 9 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Carara.
What is there to see in Carara?
Places to visit in the wider area include Rainforest Adventures Jaco, Carara National Park and Mantas Beach. You'll also find Playa Blanca and Jacó Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Carara guide.
What's the weather like in Carara?
The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Carara are October, August, July and November, with each month seeing an average of 992 mm of rainfall.

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