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Top 10 Santa Cruz hotels and places to stay

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Aerial view
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1100)
"great price, great food, everything opens late 9-10am, everyone was very friendly and felt safe "
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1425)
"Pool staff were great. Buffet was excellent with lots of food choices. It was nice not to have reservations for specialty restaurants."
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (932)
"Service was awesome. Need a bit of entertaiment."
The price is CA $465
CA $526 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The resort was really lovely. Rooms were well maintained and clean. Staff were so friendly and kind. We would go back again "
The price is CA $291
CA $329 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
2 restaurants, breakfast served
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (427)
"It was a smooth stay. "
The price is CA $636
CA $760 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (737)
"The staff specifically the restaura n t staff"
The price is CA $344
CA $389 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443)
"Stayed here due to location and very happy with service and cleanliness. Breakfast was good and night we checked in the airport was closed due to the weather so very busy and the staff did a great job and had a sense of urgency to take good care of everyone "
The price is CA $189
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (401)
"It’s such a magical place. The entire condo is simply beautiful and clean. The architecture is amazing. The tall roof and beautiful windows. I love it and I’ll definitely come back."
The price is CA $501
CA $582 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1186)
"Convenient for airport"
The price is CA $196
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
Aerial view
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (899)
"We had a great experience. The highlight of our stay was the service at both the bar and the restaurant from Cindy. She was delightful, friendly and went above and beyond to ensure a great experience for us. "
The price is CA $278
CA $315 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
The Palms At Coco Beach
Beach nearby, black sand
The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (452)
"Great stay"
The price is CA $144
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The Palms At Coco Beach
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, (221)
"Staff are amazing and very helpful. Food was excellent"
The price is CA $875
CA $1,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Suite
Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (264)
"Amazing! Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
The price is CA $152
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Las Catalinas Collection
Terrace/patio
Las Catalinas Collection
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84)
"Awesome location, visited for the Xterra Triathlon, hoping to return next year."
The price is CA $250
CA $422 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Las Catalinas Collection
Hotel Colono Beach
Beach nearby
Hotel Colono Beach
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (332)
"lovely staff, delicious food, perfect location, nice pool and spa, what more can you really ask?"
The price is CA $182
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Hotel Colono Beach
Hotel & Villas Huetares
Exterior
Hotel & Villas Huetares
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (312)
"We stayed with 2 littles under 5 and had a good time. The pool area is great and the staff were absolutely wonderful. There is laundry service on site and a restaurant. The food was good and our experience, short was fantastic. The room was fully equipped with even a ricr cooker. The property is well kept, and clean! The rooms are a bit dated but well worth the stay! Definitely recommend if just for the pool and wonderful welcoming staff! "
The price is CA $114
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel & Villas Huetares
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Hotel Villa Del Sol
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212)
"Beautiful grounds with varied vegetation. Good pool and shower arrangement. Helpful, friendly Staff."
The price is CA $129
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Toro Blanco Resort
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Toro Blanco Resort
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71)
"Enjoyed my time!"
The price is CA $119
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Toro Blanco Resort
Seis Playas Hotel
Exterior
Seis Playas Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (416)
"Having all the suites on one level was nice. Breakfast was excellent. The grounds and pool could be cleaner. "
The price is CA $120
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Seis Playas Hotel
Dunama Hotel & Casino
Swim up | View from room
Dunama Hotel & Casino
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (556)
"The staff was helpful and friendly. We had poolside room which we enjoyed. There is a private beach that you can take a steep walk down to. The restaurant and bar have a wonderful ocean view. Overall great experience!"
The price is CA $179
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Dunama Hotel & Casino
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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 Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport. 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?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive: Property located near Ocotal Beach. Features 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free water-park access. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport 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. A top sight in the area is Tamarindo Beach. In Santa Cruz, there are 40 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. Additionally, you'll find Tamarindo 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.