The 10 Best 3 Star Hotels in Nicoya - 2026 Updated Prices

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A beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

A sign for The Hideaway Hotel in Playa Samara.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

1. The Hideaway Hotel

Sámara

Chandra

A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a thatched roof.

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a chair, with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the beach and mountains.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

Tall palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

2. Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

Puerto Carrillo

Summer

4.672.664 ₫

5.280.110 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool area with a rectangular pool, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.

A spacious hallway with a wooden bench, potted plants, and a ceiling fan.

An outdoor dining area with red chairs and tables, a ceiling fan, and a view of lush greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

Luis

1.919.518 ₫

2.168.934 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A beach with people, a bicycle, and a palm tree.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

A wooden bridge with a metal railing leading to a building with a blue roof.

A reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a computer. There is a thatched roof structure and greenery around.

4. Olas Verdes Hotel

Nosara

Carlos

4.101.452 ₫

4.634.641 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A resort with a large pool, multiple blue-roofed structures, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with stone steps and wooden chairs, overlooking a lush garden and the sea.

A bathroom with a view of the ocean, a wooden bench, a large ornate mirror, and a white sink.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a lamp.

5. Nosara Beach Hotel

Nosara

Brandon

5.448.854 ₫

6.157.205 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.

An outdoor seating area with a green table and chairs, a small hot tub, and a striped umbrella.

A bedroom with a bed, a sliding glass door, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

6. The Beach Break Surf Hotel

Nosara

Anne

3.434.965 ₫

4.036.772 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A covered walkway with wooden flooring, green railings, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor area with a gravel path, surrounded by greenery and plants.

A swimming pool with a geometric tile pattern, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm plants.

A two-story building with a covered patio and outdoor seating area.

7. Hotel Sol Samara

Sámara

Matt

1.631.259 ₫

1.843.323 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a view of a landscaped garden.

A rectangular pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees. There are lounge chairs and umbrellas along the poolside.

A restaurant with wooden ceiling and tables set for dining.

An indoor dining area with a curved red counter, wooden tables, and chairs.

8. Hotel Luna Azul

Cuajiniquil

Irina

1.280.713 ₫

1.447.206 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a dark blue bedspread, two bedside lamps, a white wardrobe, and a small shelf with decorative items.

A tropical resort with a covered outdoor area, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and striped umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

9. Sunset Shack Hotel

Nosara

Kathryn

3.725.712 ₫

4.210.055 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with a thatched roof.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a small refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

A wooden interior with a sloped ceiling, blue cushioned seating, a wooden console table with a vase of flowers, and a fire extinguisher.

A building with a covered porch, white curtains, and a gravel path.

10. Living Hotel

Nosara

Bruce

2.339.432 ₫

2.643.558 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A pool area with a stone border, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A beach with palm trees and a distant island.

A hotel with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers.

11. Hotel Giada

Sámara

Brent

2.291.054 ₫

2.588.891 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A staircase with stone walls and metal railings, surrounded by lush greenery.

A nighttime swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a staircase leading to an upper level. There are potted plants and a statue in the center.

12. Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort

Nosara

beth

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern outdoor seating area with a cushioned bench and a railing.

A modern kitchen with a wooden table and bar stools, a large woven pendant light, and a view of greenery outside.

A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and tropical vegetation.

13. SoulShine

Tamarindo

Katarzyna

3.565.814 ₫

4.029.370 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered area with seating.

A beach with a clear sky, sun shining, and trees framing the view.

A bicycle parked in a garden area with a stone wall and a blue fence in the background.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a glass door leading to a patio, and a bed with a towel and a rolled-up towel.

14. Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

Tamarindo

"The check-in was kinda troublesome because i did not get the code for me to check in. they said they have sent it. when we arrived at the area, there was no internet. However, even if it was difficult to get the code, you can reach the host easily via call. and able to accommodate us with the codes and all. Overall, it was a nice and clean place. Everything is available in the room. Will definitely recommend this place!"

Anna Christina

2.284.315 ₫

2.581.276 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a shaded area.

A lush garden with a winding path, surrounded by diverse tropical plants and trees.

A hallway with stone arches, wooden doors, and a tiled floor.

15. Villas Verdes

Sámara

Sarah

2.122.714 ₫

2.398.667 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A boutique hotel sign with a garden backdrop.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting, and an air conditioning unit.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and hanging plants.

16. Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Sámara

Josee

3.811.171 ₫

4.306.623 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hammock under a wooden roof, wooden chairs, and a tiled floor.

A stone-walled building with a wooden staircase leading to a door, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.

A beach with a clear sky, waves, and a sunset.

A stone fountain in a lush garden with a house in the background.

17. Cabinas Las Olas

Tamarindo

Mindy

3.040.595 ₫

3.435.873 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical plants and a small gazebo.

An open-plan lounge with a high ceiling and wooden beams, furnished with wicker chairs and tables, and large windows offering views of greenery outside.

A garden with a pool, lounge chairs, and a fountain.

18. Hotel Belvedere

Sámara

jeff

2.328.570 ₫

2.631.284 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A wicker chair with a cushioned seat and backrest, positioned outdoors with a view of greenery.

A yoga mat in a room with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling.

A woman in a yellow dress walking by a pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background.

19. Astra Hotel Boutique

Nosara

Dessislava

4.265.611 ₫

4.820.140 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern pool area with a clear pool, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and a building with a blue-lit entrance.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden roof and a white wall.

A modern entrance with a wooden staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a dining table.

A bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the outside balcony.

20. 2 Blu Moons Boutique Hotel & Retreat

Avellanas Beach

Ann Marie

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6.023.493 ₫

6.806.669 ₫ total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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13.180.224 ₫

14.893.653 ₫ total

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Hotel Luna Azul

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay if planning on seeing arribada at Ostional, we had 4x4 so had no issues driving that last signing with pit holes. Great breakfast! We came after 6pm after normal check in hours but got checked in by staff no issues. Overall will definitely stay here again and recommend!"

Living Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Super clean and refreshing pool. Great location."

2 Blu Moons Boutique Hotel & Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot, 4 minute walk to beach, and close walk to the restaurants in the area. Josh the manager on site was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast every morning was good with fresh fruit, toast, and eggs. Place was very clean and well maintained. Would definitely recommend and return!"

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property. An oasis a couple miles from Sámara, short walk to the beach - highly recommend! "

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Our top choices for Nicoya 3-star hotels

1. The Hideaway Hotel

2. Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

3. Hotel Diriá Santa Cruz

4. Olas Verdes Hotel

5. Nosara Beach Hotel

6. The Beach Break Surf Hotel

7. Hotel Sol Samara

8. Hotel Luna Azul

9. Sunset Shack Hotel

10. Living Hotel

11. Hotel Giada

12. Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort

13. SoulShine

14. Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

15. Villas Verdes

16. Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

17. Cabinas Las Olas

18. Hotel Belvedere

19. Astra Hotel Boutique

20. 2 Blu Moons Boutique Hotel & Retreat

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Hotel Luna Azul

Living Hotel

2 Blu Moons Boutique Hotel & Retreat

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel