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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Santa Cruz 3-star hotels

A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor bar area with wicker furniture and a bar counter.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a variety of potted plants.

1. Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Sardinal
United States
Marta
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging decorative lights.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A buffet area with a central serving station, multiple food stations, and a coffee machine.
A modern reception desk with a curved design, a flat-screen TV, and a sign indicating the location as Hampton Guanacaste Airport, Costa Rica.

2. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Liberia
United States
Laurel
3.411.403 ₫
3.854.885 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A resort with thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a building with illuminated windows.
A beach with a large tree in the foreground and a clear view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a central pool, a staircase, and a modern chandelier.

3. Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Cabo Velas
United States
Kelly
4.893.777 ₫
5.529.968 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
A lobby with a reception desk, two lamps, a stone wall, and a television.
A hotel with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.
A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a long counter with a television.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Liberia
Mexico
Timothy
3.411.403 ₫
3.854.886 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
A infinity pool with a thatched roof structure, a view of the ocean, and a rocky shoreline.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, red-roofed buildings, and lush greenery.
A couple seated at a table with a view of a lake and hills.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk labeled "Coudovac," a ceiling fan, and a view of lush greenery and hills.

5. Condovac la Costa

Condovac la Costa
Sardinal
United States
Marvin
4.093.942 ₫
4.626.302 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Condovac la Costa
A multi-level building with balconies, large pillars, and indoor seating areas.
A lush indoor garden with a glass-roofed atrium, stone pathway, and tropical plants.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wooden ceiling structure.
A pool area with wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

6. Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Sardinal
United States
Yailiana
6.483.607 ₫
7.326.476 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
A poolside area with a pergola, seating, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a view of the ocean, and a sliding glass door.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a view of the mountains, comfortable seating, and a large potted plant.

7. Wyndham Tamarindo

Wyndham Tamarindo
Tamarindo
United States
Monica
3.542.162 ₫
4.002.643 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Wyndham Tamarindo
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a large glass door leading outside, a wicker sofa, a framed picture on the wall, and a potted plant.
A neatly made bed with a green blanket, a floral pillow, and a towel draped over the side.
A beach with boats and a forested hill in the background.

8. The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach
Sardinal
Canada
Michael Delacy
1.369.969 ₫
1.548.065 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Palms At Coco Beach
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a white canopy, and a view of the sea.
A spacious dining area with large windows offering a scenic view of the sea and hills.
A spa room with two massage beds, large windows with a view of a lush landscape, a bookshelf, and a small sink.

9. Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort
Sardinal
United States
Dorybenson
2.796.444 ₫
3.159.982 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Villas Sol Beach Resort
A poolside setting with a drink garnished with fruit and a hibiscus flower, a plate of sliced fruits, and a pool in the background.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden with palm trees and a view of a building with a tiled roof.
A curved stone pathway flanked by lush greenery and red flowering bushes.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, a TV, and a dining set.

10. Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño
Sardinal
United States
Anjali
2.460.871 ₫
2.780.785 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel Villa del Sueño
A spacious outdoor area with green wicker chairs, a table, and potted plants.
A hallway with a vintage scooter cart, potted plants, and a decorative metal gate.
A courtyard with potted plants, a tiled floor, and a 'LOVE' sign.
A cozy, well-lit room with a large window, wooden furniture, and hanging woven light fixtures.

11. Zulu Surf Hotel

Zulu Surf Hotel
Tamarindo
Canada
Janet
Zulu Surf Hotel
A tropical garden with a pathway leading to a beach.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach.
A two-story hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with stools, a dining area with chairs, and large windows with a view of greenery.

12. The Coast Beachfront Hotel

The Coast Beachfront Hotel
Tamarindo
United States
Doris
4.147.023 ₫
4.686.136 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Coast Beachfront Hotel
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a large window offering a view of the outdoors, a wooden coffee table, and a sofa with cushions.
A rustic wooden interior with a central seating area, a ceiling fan, and a fireplace.
A kitchen with a view of the beach, wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden room with a large bed, a chandelier, and large windows overlooking greenery.

13. Ocho Artisan Bungalows - Adults only

Ocho Artisan Bungalows - Adults only
Tamarindo
United States
Robert
7.897.154 ₫
8.923.843 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Ocho Artisan Bungalows - Adults only
A covered outdoor area with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.
A beachfront restaurant with outdoor seating, surrounded by palm trees, and a thatched-roof structure in the background.
A thatched-roof structure with a covered entrance, surrounded by palm trees and a dirt ground.
A beachside room with a bed, a towel, and a view of the ocean.

14. Hotel La Palapa

Hotel La Palapa
Tamarindo
United States
Ashton
2.164.655 ₫
2.446.060 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel La Palapa
A resort pool area with thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and red cushions, a bar with a thatched roof, and a large fan on the ceiling.
A beach scene with palm trees, a bench, and a row of chairs facing the ocean.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, bamboo beams, hanging plants, and a bar area with stools and a counter.

15. Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel

Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
Potrero
United States
Subham
5.465.184 ₫
6.175.658 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, including palm trees and banana plants.
A wooden bench with green cushions in a covered outdoor area with a thatched roof.
A tropical resort entrance with a thatched roof, lush greenery, and a 'WELCOME' sign.
A beachside massage parlor with two massage tables under palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

16. Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel

Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel
Tamarindo
Canada
Sahar
3.146.000 ₫
3.554.980 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel
A clear blue sky, a swimming pool with lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.
A bar area with a neon sign reading 'Pura Vida' and hanging crystal chandeliers.
A wooden deck with a sofa and a lamp, surrounded by a natural landscape.
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and a mirror.

17. Maravida Social Hotel by Crazy Monkey

Maravida Social Hotel by Crazy Monkey
Tamarindo
United States
Chad
1.771.081 ₫
2.001.321 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Maravida Social Hotel by Crazy Monkey
A wooden deck with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with hanging lights.
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and lush green vegetation.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.
A covered outdoor seating area with a pool, wooden deck, and lounge chairs.

18. Hotel Arco Iris

Hotel Arco Iris
Tamarindo
Canada
Sarah
3.410.649 ₫
3.854.033 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel Arco Iris
A pathway leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and lush greenery.
A swimming pool with a lifeguard chair and a lifeguard on duty.
Front of property

19. Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Villa Acacia
Sardinal
United States
ruben
2.413.745 ₫
2.727.568 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Villa Acacia
An aerial view of a resort with multiple umbrella-style structures, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.
A stone wall with a built-in shower, a potted plant, and a chair.
A stone pathway flanked by lush green foliage leading up a staircase.
A sandy beach with footprints leading towards the ocean, a person walking, and a line of trees in the background.

20. Hotel Tamarindo Village

Hotel Tamarindo Village
Tamarindo
United States
Dominic
2.159.217 ₫
2.439.916 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Tamarindo Village
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