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Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1013)
"Friendly people and the best Breakfast buffet!"
The price is ฿4,233
฿4,783 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Great place to stay with family "
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Suitree Experience Hotel
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Suitree Experience Hotel

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (65)
"amazing hotel, you have to stay!"
The price is ฿7,137
฿8,065 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Suitree Experience Hotel
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
2 outdoor pools

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (63)
"My 3rd stay here. It is always pleasant "
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Villa del Sueño

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (390)
"Nice place. Would go there again. "
The price is ฿3,102
฿3,505 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (367)
"Beautiful setting, attentive staff, wonderful accommodation "
The price is ฿5,797
฿6,551 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
The Hideaway Hotel
Front of property

The Hideaway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (270)
"Everything was amazing."
The price is ฿2,445
฿2,762 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Hideaway Hotel
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (831)
"This was a magical property that was Steps from the beach, and had every amenity imaginable. Friendly excellent staff who catered to any need. Excellent food in the restaurant. Incredible beach access and amenities. Can’t wait to come back next year. "
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Poolside bar

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (369)
"Repeat guest, we love it. "
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Property grounds

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (469)
"Friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive staff."
The price is ฿8,184
฿9,248 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Tortuga Verde Glamping
Outdoor pool

Tortuga Verde Glamping

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"beautiful place! staff are friendly! will definitely come back when i visit costa rica again "
Tortuga Verde Glamping
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
Romantic Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Ocean View | View from room

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (252)
"One of the best views i have everseen and from your villa and shower, incredible and the service very personalised "
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
The Palms At Coco Beach
Beach nearby, black sand

The Palms At Coco Beach

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (577)
"Great location !"
The Palms At Coco Beach
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, (266)
"We had such a great stay. The pool was pristine and great with young kids. Delicious meals and drinks and I liked being outside of Samara in some peace and quiet. Highly recommend "
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
Hotel Sol Samara
Exterior

Hotel Sol Samara

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (218)
"Best place to stay in Samara. Amazing staff and great breakfast (included) a real plus. "
The price is ฿3,552
฿4,013 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel Sol Samara
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1338)
"Comfortable, clean, easy access with shuttle and convenient "
The price is ฿4,423
฿4,998 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Conchal Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Conchal Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (461)
"Excellent service. Friendly and helpful staff. Food was amazing. I would highly recommend this hotel and would gladly come back on a future trip. "
Conchal Hotel
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Nice place to stay, staff was very nice "
The price is ฿6,435
฿7,271 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Sunset Shack Hotel
View from room

Sunset Shack Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"5- min walk to the beach. "
The price is ฿4,886
฿5,521 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Sunset Shack Hotel
Hotel Pura Vista
Beach bar

Hotel Pura Vista

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (96)
"Mark was a very helpful host and he provided great recommendations for activities and dining. The view was absolutely stunning and the free homemade breakfast was awesome. "
The price is ฿7,308
฿8,258 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel Pura Vista
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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 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 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'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.