Nicoya Peninsula
Travel Guide
Visit Nicoya Peninsula
Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula
Puerto Viejo
While Puerto Viejo isn't home to many top sights, Playa Coronado and Playa Torres are some notable places to visit nearby.
Palm Beach Estates
Palm Beach Estates might not have many top sights, but Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Coco Sunset Hills
While Coco Sunset Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coco Beach and El Coco Casino.
Rancho Armadillo
While Rancho Armadillo isn't home to many top sights, Coco Beach and El Coco Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
"Hotel Riu a wonderful place to stay with family. The room was clean, amenities were nice. The only observation we had was some restaurants were closed, and due to the food was great, reservation to restaurants will be highly suggested. But nevertheless, our stay was perfect."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
"The resort itself was ok, decent food options and the pool and property was kind of nice...however the room was trashy and outdated. bathroom smelled like sewer after day 1, TV was crooked, little things like this....WHICH could have been corrected or fixed however the hotel staff and management ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
"The property was amazing, we upgraded to the adult pool, is great if you like to relax and want ambience. The food was just okay, there were a few items on the menu that was really great, just a few. It’s disheartening that you pay for all inclusive and then have to pay for lobster or other cuts ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
"Clean room, hot water and cold A/C! Thank you!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Marina Flamingo
"we initially didn’t like our room as it was near the elevator however Carlos and Gustav changed it for us and we loved it! so so so beautiful room and very quiet and amazing location!!"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Luxury ocean front house, Sunset views, daily cleaning, 2 bedrooms
"Villa Fugata was an amazing house on top of a hill. It was hard leaving the house as the infinity pool with the ocean views was a beautiful, once in a lifetime view. On top on that, Bilitis, our host was very prompt and professional to whatever issues we had. She also help planned our trip and was ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Coco Beach
Explore the depths of the ocean with your snorkel and fly through the treetops of the jungle on a zip line in this picturesque beach town.
Tamarindo Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Tamarindo Beach, a popular beach in Tamarindo. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots.
Flamingo Beach
Sunbathe on the soft sand, snorkel in the clear ocean water and spy turtles, crocodiles and monkeys at a marine park at this scenic beach.
Santa Teresa Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Santa Teresa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Teresa. You can seek out the area's surfing spots and yoga studios.
Conchal Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Conchal Beach during your travels in Playa Conchal? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Playa Hermosa
Scenic green mountains enclose this beach where scuba divers, snorkelers and surfers flock to explore the curling waves and diverse marine life.
