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Top 10 trending Santa Cruz hotels

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (62)
"My 3rd stay here. It is always pleasant "
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"This place was amazing and made for a great family vacation"
The price is €203
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort

The Coast Beachfront Hotel

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (608)
"We just lived everything about our stay!"
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Coast Beachfront Hotel

Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (428)
"Great place close to the beach and restaurant by walking distance "
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel

Wyndham Tamarindo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Amazing hotel!!"
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Wyndham Tamarindo

Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (940)
"Really enjoyed my stay wasn’t overcrowded, staff was nice, beautiful views."
The price is €244
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Hotel Arco Iris

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (642)
"Perfect location, very safe and staff is excellent. Rooms are comfortable, clean and the hammocks are wonderful for relaxing. "
Hotel Arco Iris

Hotel Perla de la Playa

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (76)
"This place is great. Literally right next to the beach. True beachfront. The breakfast buffet was ridiculously good. Very pleased. "
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hotel Perla de la Playa

Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (517)
"Beautiful location, staff, and hotel! Great restaurant and we especially enjoyed the family of howler monkeys we saw several times on the property. "
The price is €335
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (986)
"Excellent place to stay. "
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (331)
"Best place so far"
The price is €239
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

Hotel La Palapa

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (396)
"Cute hotel with a very nice location "
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel La Palapa

Hotel Pasatiempo

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (479)
"Great place to stay. Highly recommend as a frequent guest. "
Hotel Pasatiempo

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Beautiful hotel"
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37)
"Beautiful and quite place "
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (362)
"Everyone was super friendly and helpful would definitely go back"
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1334)
"Close to airport and food options"
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (459)
"Perfect beach front property "
The price is €263
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel

Epic Tamarindo Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"The property was beautiful and the staff were very friendly and helpful! "
The price is €375
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Epic Tamarindo Boutique Hotel

Hotel Villa Del Sol

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (270)
"The grounds are beautiful, the staff is friendly, it is safe, and within walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants. I am so grateful we stayed here, it was the perfect boutique hotel. "
Hotel Villa Del Sol
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?

Located 21.5 mi (34.6 km) from the heart of Santa Cruz, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

Las Catalinas Doorway: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Cruz is located on the beach, and has a terrace, a garden and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include kitchenware to make your meal-planning easier. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

What's the best hotel for families in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Also, attractions in the area such as Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features 2 outdoor pools and free Wi-Fi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Cruz.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?

Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive: Features 4 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport are a couple of other choices with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Santa Cruz.

What is the best spa hotel in Santa Cruz?

Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a highly recommended spa hotel with a pool. In-room massages are also available. See all spa hotels in Santa Cruz.

What's it like to stay in Santa Cruz?

Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer, including its parks. In Santa Cruz, there are 37 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?

A favourite place to visit is Parque Bernabela Ramos. You'll also find Casino Diria and Junquillal Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Santa Cruz?

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 Santa Cruz are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 498 mm of rainfall.