San Luis Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Welcome to Rio Tarcoles, where tourists stop to view these ancient dinosaurs. I've heard a few stories about this place, one being that locals sometimes toss live chickens off the bridge to put on a "show". I also read somewhere that a drunk man was bet $20 to swim across the river...and he did, but didn't quite make it. If you are at all amazed by crocodiles, this place is crazy cool. I've been here a couple of times and still get excited by the number of crocs there are. Once in awhile you'll see a stork slowly walk up to a croc, almost as if he's doing a dare, and the croc will slowly swim towards him. You get your camera ready waiting for something to go down. The stork usually smartens up and flys off though. #riotarcoles #tarcoles #costarica #crocs #river #centralamerica
Welcome to Rio Tarcoles, where tourists stop to view these ancient dinosaurs. I've heard a few stories about this place, one being that locals sometimes toss live chickens off the bridge to put on a "show". I also read somewhere that a drunk man was bet $20 to swim across the river...and he did, but didn't quite make it. If you are at all amazed by crocodiles, this place is crazy cool. I've been here a couple of times and still get excited by the number of crocs there are. Once in awhile you'll see a stork slowly walk up to a croc, almost as if he's doing a dare, and the croc will slowly swim towards him. You get your camera ready waiting for something to go down. The stork usually smartens up and flys off though. #riotarcoles #tarcoles #costarica #crocs #river #centralamerica
View from the crocodile bridge
Snorkling near the Guacalillo Mangrove Estuary.
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
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The price is 5.109.250 ₫ per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
5.109.250 ₫
5.773.460 ₫ total
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in El Roble. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,132 reviews)
It was great! Everyone was very nice and the food and drinks were good too!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Crocs Resort & Casino

Crocs Resort & Casino

4.5 out of 5
800 metros norte del Banco de Costa Rica Jacó Puntarenas
The price is 5.227.606 ₫ per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
5.227.606 ₫
5.907.195 ₫ total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
The pool was clean, big, relaxing and well serviced by servers and staff. The pool bar was great. The rooms are large and modern….clean and taken care of. We enjoyed our stay very much and look forward to coming back!

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Crocs Resort & Casino
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Forum 2 Business Park Pozos San Jose
The price is 3.149.160 ₫ per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
3.149.160 ₫
3.558.551 ₫ total
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pozos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
Good enough for a night, property is a bit dark and the room smelled of smoke

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
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Nomad Living CR

Nomad Living CR

3.5 out of 5
Calle La Barca Tárcoles Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this aparthotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Conveniently located, bus stop outside of the apartment. Everything we needed was in the unit.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

2.5 out of 5
Santa Ana Santa Ana San José
Stay at this condo in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
We had a great stay at the BEE, astonish view from our room and conveniently located.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana
Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó

2.5 out of 5
Calle Madrigal Jacó Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this apartment in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Jacó Beach and Marina Los Sueños are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Amazing place close to everything and it has everything you need. Definitely i'll use them again

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Apartamentos Ganesha Jacó
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