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The Hideaway Hotel

The Hideaway Hotel
3.5 star property
Sámara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (285)
"Great stay! Nice hotel with top staff and great food."
United Kingdom
Aaron
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
The Hideaway Hotel

Nosara Beach Hotel

Nosara Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Nosara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (161)
"The staff was amazing. The hotel is very unique. We had a great stay."
United States
Everett
Nosara Beach Hotel

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
4.0 star property
Nosara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (384)
"Great hotel "
United States
Leeza
The price is €282
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Sámara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (198)
"Staff are amazing"
Canada
Paul
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Baliyana Lodge

Baliyana Lodge
3.0 star property
Tamarindo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"Great property, amazing hosts, very helpful. Loved the breakfast!"
Canada
Mihaela
Baliyana Lodge

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
4.0 star property
Sámara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (648)
"Staff was incredible, working too long hours everyday…smiling, helpful, professional. Beautiful hotel, clean, comfy bed"
United States
Louise
The price is €488
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
Puerto Carrillo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (275)
"The grounds are beautiful! Upon arriving we were greeted with a yummy refreshing drink. Had enough space to hold our large group. Food at the complimentary breakfast buffet was very good! Pool was lovely, super close to the Carrillo beach and Samara beach. Saw beautiful red macaws at Playa Carrillo. Would definitely stay again! "
United States
Alejandro
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

Azul Hotel & Retreat

Azul Hotel & Retreat
4.0 star property
Cuajiniquil
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (458)
"Excellent hotel on the beach with incredible views. Hotel was very clean, quiet & exceptional friendly staff"
United States
Pamela
Azul Hotel & Retreat

Cabinas Las Olas

Cabinas Las Olas
3.0 star property
Tamarindo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71)
"The staff was great, very helpful and accommodating! Two of the staff members went above and beyond! The food was really good. The room wasn’t as clean as I would have liked it. Seemed like the towels and bedding weren’t fresh, they smelled like someone used them. "
United States
Madia
Cabinas Las Olas

Hotel Giada

Hotel Giada
3.5 star property
Sámara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (294)
"Amazing service and super clean"
Canada
Sebastien
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Hotel Giada

Rancho Humo Estancia

Rancho Humo Estancia
4.0 star property
San Antonio
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"The staff was absolutely wonderful and friendly and the food incredible. The surrounding area was full of wildlife, especially birds. We highly recommend this place. "
United States
Yamil O
Rancho Humo Estancia

Guacamaya Lodge

Guacamaya Lodge
3.5 star property
Veintisiete de Abril
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150)
"Very nice pool area "
Canada
Craig
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Guacamaya Lodge

Ostional Turtle Lodge

Ostional Turtle Lodge
2.0 star property
Cuajiniquil
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Very clean, great host and quiet secure area. "
Canada
Sheri
Ostional Turtle Lodge

Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel Luna Azul
3.0 star property
Cuajiniquil
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Nice spot, great service and excellent food. "
Canada
Rick
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Hotel Luna Azul

Villas Verdes

Villas Verdes
3.0 star property
Sámara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (63)
"Wonderful staff, super clean, very well located and beautiful property. Everything we needed "
Canada
Wendy
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Villas Verdes

Samara Pacific Lodge

Samara Pacific Lodge
2.5 star property
Sámara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (61)
"A great spot for family and friends alike. A resort environment for a fraction of the cost. Great stay and we'll definitely be back! "
Canada
Markus
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Samara Pacific Lodge

Hotel Samara Beach

Hotel Samara Beach
3.0 star property
Sámara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (69)
"All was very good. "
Canada
Darryl
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Hotel Samara Beach

Sunset Shack Hotel

Sunset Shack Hotel
3.0 star property
Nosara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (99)
"Easy check-in. Great staff. Proactive and responsive. Super clean and comfortable room. We really enjoyed our stay at the Sunset Shack Hotel, and can highly recommend this hotel. We would stay there again. Also, great pool area. Gracias. Pura Vida."
United States
Stefan
The price is €231
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Sunset Shack Hotel

Hotel Amira

Hotel Amira
3.0 star property
Puerto Carrillo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"This is a great small hotel. Clean, nice big rooms, pool is amazing, great breakfast. Jorge is the best!! Thank You Jorge for everything !!!"
United States
Amy
Hotel Amira

Olas Verdes Hotel

Olas Verdes Hotel
3.5 star property
Nosara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (162)
"Great property and staff Dirt roads around the property were difficult to navigate which was probably because we were at the end of the rainy season and it wasn’t under the control of the hotel A golf cart just didn’t work Need an atv or 4 wheel drive car and some Dramamine "
United States
MARY
The price is €317
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Olas Verdes Hotel
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Where to stay in Nicoya

Find the best Nicoya areas for the activities you enjoy most.

El Carmen

While there might not be top attractions in El Carmen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.

Casitas

While Casitas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.

Stay near popular Nicoya attractions

Learn more about Nicoya

Colonial architecture surrounds the central plaza where locals gather for festivals and weekend markets. Rent a car to explore nearby beaches like Sámara, or book eco-tours to spot monkeys in the surrounding dry tropical forest.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Nicoya?
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only, located 19.2 mi (30.8 km) from the heart of Nicoya, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your trip to the area are The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel and Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Nicoya.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Nicoya has to offer?
Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff: This holiday home rental outside of Nicoya is located by the ocean, and has an outdoor pool, 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. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a library. See all vacation rentals in Nicoya.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nicoya, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Nicoya.
What are some hotels with pools in Nicoya?
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only: Property, 10-minute walk from Samara Beach. Features 6 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 bars. The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel and Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Nicoya.
What's staying in Nicoya like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Nicoya has to offer, including the parks, monuments and museums. In Nicoya, there are 14 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Nicoya.
What should I see while I'm in Nicoya?
A couple of favourite places to visit are Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura. You'll also find Palo Verde National Park and Samara Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Nicoya guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Nicoya?
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 Nicoya are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 498 mm of rainfall.

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