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Top 10 Santa Cruz hotels and places to stay

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
2 outdoor pools

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 Nacaome Blue Zone
10 outdoor pools

Hotel Nacaome Blue Zone

3.0 star property
The price is ฿1,460
฿2,969 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Hotel Nacaome Blue Zone
Hotel La Arena
Seasonal outdoor pool

Hotel La Arena

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (100)
"Friendly owner(s), Good value, clean rooms, easy to find and easy commute to airport and good restaurants in Liberia. I wish pool was heated, but nice for the price."
Hotel La Arena
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
Free beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach towels, beach massages

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263)
"Beautiful property and very nice rooms. Staff were wonderful. "
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cabinas el Colibri
Lunch and dinner served

Cabinas el Colibri

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (81)
"Nice location behind good restaurants near to beautiful beach "
The price is ฿2,110
฿2,384 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Cabinas el Colibri
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
On the beach

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"Best place so far"
The price is ฿8,024
฿9,067 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (191)
"The owner is often on site, checks in with you, offers suggestions. Food and drinks were really great. Pool large and good depth."
The price is ฿4,011
฿4,532 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
The Hideaway Hotel
Front of property

The Hideaway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (262)
"Good stay"
The price is ฿3,325
฿3,758 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
The Hideaway Hotel
Hotel Sol Samara
Front of property – evening/night

Hotel Sol Samara

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (217)
"It was a great stay. Staff was very friendly, breakfast was awesome. Nice clean pool. Monkeys woke us up at 5am but was a great experience"
The price is ฿2,672
฿3,020 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Hotel Sol Samara
Hotel Giada
Outdoor pool

Hotel Giada

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (285)
"Great location, staff really helpful and friendly. Comfy room and nice balcony with a view on the pool and the beautiful flowers. "
The price is ฿2,374
฿2,683 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Hotel Giada
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort

3.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (215)
"Clean property and nice beach access."
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort
Blue Iguana
Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Exterior

Blue Iguana

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (105)
"Friendly staff. "
The price is ฿1,622
฿1,833 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Blue Iguana
Villas Verdes
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villas Verdes

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (55)
"Everything was perfect. The villa was very complete, it contained everything we needed for a great stay."
The price is ฿2,483
฿2,805 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Villas Verdes
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1314)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with lots of great amenities. Nice and attentive staff. Close to airport and very convenient. "
The price is ฿4,165
฿4,707 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (935)
"Very clean and renovated. Great start or end of a trip, next to the airport, easy shuttle and transport"
The price is ฿3,894
฿4,401 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Karao - Guancaste Airport
Terrace/patio

Karao - Guancaste Airport

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (156)
"The place over whole is ok looking very clean, however the sheet were old and seems dirty there was hair from previous travellers we had to sleep on the towels , the place has lots of potential. Location is very good to airport and staff were very attentive to open the place , don’t worry once you there it’s easy to access. "
The price is ฿1,971
฿2,227 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Karao - Guancaste Airport
Jungle's Edge
Glamping Hut | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Jungle's Edge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (105)
"Very charming and unique hotel, the glamping hut was very confortable, the staff (especially the young waiter Steven) was very nice. Close to Nosara as well"
Jungle's Edge
Tierra Magnifica Boutique Hotel
Lounge

Tierra Magnifica Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"A truly exceptional hotel in every way. Had a wonderful stay."
The price is ฿7,361
฿8,650 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Tierra Magnifica Boutique Hotel
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
2 restaurants, breakfast served

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (449)
"The staff are wonderful. Rooms clean and unique with hammocks on the "porch". Wonderful pools! We loved our stay. "
The price is ฿11,558
฿19,002 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Sunset Shack Hotel
View from room

Sunset Shack Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (95)
"The concierge was so helpful, recommending restaurants and activities. He notified us of a scheduled area wide power outage and took care of making reservations for an ATV tour during the outage. The restaurant was fantastic, with large plates of fresh food and friendly service. Housekeeping kept the room clean and comfortable. "
The price is ฿4,412
฿4,985 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Sunset Shack Hotel
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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 Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo 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 Collection: 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: Property located near Ocotal Beach. Features 4 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo 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 38 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 Papagayo Golf and Country Club 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.