Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Cruz
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! (1,184 reviews)
"The staff is amazing. They are cleaning non-stop and are super friendly. The hotel needs to upgrade the rooms and offer better wifi."
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Playa Conchal S/N, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
The price is AU$771 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$771
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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! (1,002 reviews)
"I liked the resort ok, I don’t think they should let kids sit at the bar. Half the time I could not find a seat."
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium, Liberia, Guanacaste
The price is AU$208 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$208
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (981 reviews)
"This is a pretty new hotel extremely close to the airport. The grounds are wonderfully kept as the hotel is only a year and a half old. The staff was welcoming. They have a new pool, don't forget to ask the lobby for a towel before you go. Dining in the hotel was limited but they do offer a free ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 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! (84 reviews)
"Good for what it is"
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 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! (83 reviews)
"Beautiful beach with black sand. Perfect for swimming. Our villa was right on the beach gorgeous view of the sunsets every evening. Loved the wildlife around the hotel. The villa was spotless and very comfortable for our family of 6. The kitchen was fully stocked, had everything we needed. Would ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun. 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! (160 reviews)
"This place is extremely beautiful and the price is well worth it"
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 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.
Activities
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
AU$162
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Sloth Forest Tour, Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour & Waterfall
AU$251
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco
AU$175
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Discover secret beaches near Tamarindo on ATVs
AU$123
per adult
Tamarindo: Pacific Lounge Catamaran Sunset Public Tour
AU$175
per adult
100% of travellers recommend