Santa Cruz
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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.

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,239 reviews)
"It was incredible! The only thing I did not like was the peddlers and people trying to sell you things along the walk to the beach. We stayed away from the beach because of it. Otherwise it was amazing! Food was great, property was clean and very well kept, the staff was friendly and attentive. We ..."
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Flamingo Beach, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
The price is €193 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
€193
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"I enjoyed my short stay here. For all inclusive the food was good and lots of options for a smaller resort. It surprised me that at the pool no service was offered. Only when I went to the bar did I receive any service. Why no one served me around the pool area I have no idea."
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Playa Conchal S/N, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
The price is €489 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
€489
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Everything about the resort was wonderful, from the staff to resort to the beaches. Staff was always delightful to talk too and very informative. Transportation was always there when needed and on time. I will be back! Thank you!"
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
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.

Hermosa Paradise
Highway 159 behind Super Luperon, Sardinal, Guanacaste Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 beach bars. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
"Good for what it is"
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Luxury ocean front house, Sunset views, daily cleaning, 2 bedrooms
Flamingo
Stay at this vacation home in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (165 reviews)
"The house, the staff, the view - amazing. Belitis was accommodating in every way. I couldn’t have asked for a better first stay in Costa Rica."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Playa del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
"In short, it's a place best suited for family retreat"
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Parque Bernabela Ramos
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Bernabela Ramos, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
€107
per adult
88% of travellers recommend

Sloth Forest Tour, Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour & Waterfall
€136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco
€98
per adult
84% of travellers recommend

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour
€81
per adult
78% of travellers recommend

5-Hour Guided Sunset Boat Tour in Tamarindo Costa Rica
€81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend