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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, (53)
"Great place to stay in Santa Clara. Convenient location and the inner courtyard area and pool are very nice. Clean and spacious. Breakfast was tasty. "
The price is CA $123
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
CASA NABOO
Family House | Private kitchen

CASA NABOO

3.5 star property
The price is CA $229
CA $14,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
CASA NABOO
Hotel La Arena
Seasonal outdoor pool

Hotel La Arena

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (96)
"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."
The price is CA $143
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Hotel La Arena
Hotel El Regalo
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Hotel El Regalo

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (45)
"A nice quiet and comfortable little hotel. Nice friendly staff. The room was comfortable, clean and nice beds. "
The price is CA $100
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Hotel El Regalo
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, (241)
"One of the cleanest places we've stayed in 30 days traveling around Costa Rica! Great for kids with the nice pool and playground. "
The price is CA $238
CA $269 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cabinas el Colibri
Lunch and dinner served

Cabinas el Colibri

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
"Welcoming staff. Big rooms right by the pool so you can easily watch the kids. Everything you could need was in the room. The restaurant was excellent.parking easy and convenient"
The price is CA $121
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Cabinas el Colibri
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
On the beach

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (318)
"Beautiful resort with a beautiful view Carrillo of beach. The pool was amazing. The staff was friendly and welcoming. If you need to go to town it is a $15 taxi ride. "
The price is CA $276
CA $312 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"I stayed at this property in November 2024. Mario, the owner is friendly and accommodating. All the staff were beyond amazing. Cute little boutique hotel. Loved it. Can’t say anything negative about it."
The price is CA $183
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
The Hideaway Hotel
Penthouse | Outdoor pool

The Hideaway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (243)
"This property is quiet and away from town . A close walkable beach for sunset are great . best beaches are a short drive away . A car is needed to get to town or carrillo beach which is best beach nearby . Good food options in town less busy tourists than other places in cr . Car parking with bigger vehicle can be a challenge if full . Internet weak in rooms when all units are full . On site food was great. "
The price is CA $277
CA $314 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
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, (204)
"Staff were very friendly and the service was great! A few condition with the room and shower. Overall good. "
The price is CA $129
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Hotel Sol Samara
SamaraChilloutLodge
Outdoor pool

SamaraChilloutLodge

3.0 star property
The price is CA $193
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
SamaraChilloutLodge
Pension Playa Samara
Outdoor pool

Pension Playa Samara

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"Exactly what I was looking for!"
The price is CA $41
CA $64 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Pension Playa Samara
Hotel Samara Beach
Breakfast served

Hotel Samara Beach

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (64)
"The property is located a 2 minute walk from the beach. Conveniently located to walk to restaurants and shops. None of the power outlets were working in our first room. Hotel staff was friendly and helpful and immediately accommodated us in the room next door. This is an older hotel with very basic necessities. Overall hotel grounds need maintenance. Especially the pool area. The grass was overgrown underneath the lounge chairs. Personally, it wasn’t for us. Booked a two night stay and ended...
The price is CA $193
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Hotel Samara Beach
Hotel Giada
Outdoor pool

Hotel Giada

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (271)
"Great staff -- so friendly, helpful and understanding od those of us who speak broken Spanish. Two nice pools. Located within walking distance of the (gorgeous) beach."
The price is CA $129
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Hotel Giada
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort

3.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (206)
"The website was completely misleading, but after accepting what they actually had to offer it is a nice resort and we had a great time. The website said the rooms would have sofas, they did not, and it said that there are 2 restaurants, there was 1 and it was buffet only. On multiple days housekeeping left us short on towels. That aside, the food was good, the rooms were clean and the air conditioner worked well to keep our room cool and dry, the pool was clean, the staff were wonderful...
The price is CA $573
CA $648 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
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, (96)
"Great place when needed to stay close to the airport. Very responsive host overall great value for the price."
The price is CA $51
CA $57 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Blue Iguana
Villas Verdes
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Villas Verdes

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44)
"We only stayed for one night but we would have been happy to stay longer. Nice pools, our villa had a full kitchen and a nice place to sit out front. We would recommend. "
The price is CA $123
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
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, (1241)
"Close to the airport, great one night stay before our flight home. "
The price is CA $211
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
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, (587)
"Great stay close to the airport. The restaurant was good too."
The price is CA $215
CA $243 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Jungle's Edge
Glamping Hut

Jungle's Edge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (99)
"Great staff, very clean"
The price is CA $153
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Jungle's Edge
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?

Located 23.2 mi (37.4 km) from the heart of Santa Cruz, Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive and Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

What's the top vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

Las Catalinas Collection: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a terrace, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. 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 refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Cruz?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Santa Cruz, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Attractions in the area like Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What is the favorite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Cruz.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a top hotel for people traveling 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 accommodations with pools in Santa Cruz?

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool, and buffet. Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive and Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive are a couple of other choices that feature an onsite 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 is the best accommodation for staying close to Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)?

Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport. Other good options near the airport include Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport and Hotel Rincon del Llano.

How is it to stay in Santa Cruz?

Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer including its parks. In Santa Cruz, there are 32 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?

A favorite place to visit is Parque Bernabela Ramos. You'll also find Junquillal Beach and Avellanas Beach in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.

What's the weather like in Santa Cruz?

The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 78°F. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of rainfall.