Browse a handpicked selection of the best Costa Rica hotels and resorts, perfect for romantic getaways, family trips, or group adventures.
Expect golden‑sand beaches, consistent sunshine and a wide range of stays—from premium all‑inclusive resorts to intimate boutique hotels.
Tamarindo & Langosta (surf + dining), Playas del Coco & Hermosa (calmer waters), Flamingo & Conchal (white‑sand beaches), Papagayo (luxury).
Riu Guanacaste (great value AI), Westin Reserva Conchal (premium AI), Occidental Tamarindo (budget‑friendly), boutique ecolodges near Rincon de la Vieja.
Pair your stay with sailing and snorkeling, a day at Rincon de la Vieja mud baths, or sunset catamaran cruises.
Iconic volcano scenery, hot springs, waterfalls and easy access to zip‑lines, rafting and hanging bridges.
Hot‑spring resorts (spa + thermal pools), eco‑lodges in rainforest, romantic boutique hotels, family‑friendly options with connecting rooms.
Tabacón Thermal Resort, Nayara Gardens, Arenal Springs, and value ecolodges close to the park.
Book popular hot‑spring time slots in advance; pair with a waterfall hike and an evening wildlife night‑walk.
Biodiversity, hanging bridges, night hikes and the chance to spot quetzals and hummingbirds.
Forest cabins, boutique ecolodges, family inns near town, and sustainability‑focused retreats.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge, boutique lodges near the reserve, family inns in Santa Elena.
Bring layers; evenings are cool. Book guided hikes for better wildlife sightings.
Quick access from San José, classic beaches and famous Manuel Antonio National Park.
Beachfront resorts, condo hotels, boutique wildlife lodges, family‑friendly stays near the park.
Los Sueños Marriott (Herradura), boutique hotels in Manuel Antonio, value beach condos in Jacó.
Combine beach days with a Manuel Antonio guided tour and a crocodile safari on the Tárcoles River.
Afro‑Caribbean culture, coral reefs, sloth‑spotting and unspoiled beaches.
Beach bungalows, jungle lodges, boutique guesthouses; many steps from the sand.
Banana Azul (Adults‑Only boutique), small eco‑lodges near Cahuita National Park.
Add a Cahuita snorkeling tour and a BriBri cacao experience for a deeper local connection.