Nicoya Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nicoya Peninsula
Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula
Puerto Viejo
While Puerto Viejo isn't home to many top sights, Playa Coronado and Playa Torres are some notable places to visit nearby.
Palm Beach Estates
Palm Beach Estates might not have many top sights, but Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Coco Sunset Hills
While Coco Sunset Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa.
Rancho Armadillo
While Rancho Armadillo isn't home to many top sights, Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
El Carmen
While there might not be top attractions in El Carmen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.
Barrio Buenos Aires
Check out nearby sights like Parque Bernabela Ramos while you're spending some time in Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area.
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Pool water was very warm. Lots of spots to sit at the pool. Very clean propety. Food was very good. Greet to relax by the ocean on the free lounge chairs. Nice sandy beach and water was crystal clear. Great to fiscover the Money Bar restaurant ( its not part of the all inclusive). We fidnt get to ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
The room was outdated, smelling old, but clean. They are planning a remodel later this year. Restaurants, bars, pools and grounds were excellent! There are chaise lounges on the beach, but no umbrellas. A few trees offer shade, but are mostly overtaken by local vendors who have “shops” there. The ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Deluxe junior suite was beautiful! Adults really should stick with Westin Club pool. Best food was at Faisinella. Bamboo Asian was really bad. Caracola has most diverse menu and pretty good. Bathrooms in restaurant area were shameful. Sunset at beach incredible, but local vendors can be annoying. ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
It was very quiet at night—not always the case in Tamarindo. They were very gracious regarding check in/out times. Very simple but clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hermosa Paradise
Best small pool ever met in motels. Kitchen is equipted not bad, but not enough plates and chef knifes, no bottles opener. Parking is convenient. Overall good place, grocery store is beside.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Beautiful view and very nice accommodations, a bit remote and quiet if you have kids, it’s difficult to get around the hilly resort if you are high up. Will need a car or golf cart. Front desk was not very helpful when trying to book activities. Main restaurant is delicious, pool and beach area are ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Coco Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Coco Beach, a popular beach in Coco. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Tamarindo Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Tamarindo Beach, a popular beach in Tamarindo. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots.
Conchal Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Conchal Beach during your travels in Playa Conchal? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Flamingo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Flamingo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Playa Flamingo. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Santa Teresa Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Santa Teresa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Teresa. You can seek out the area's surfing spots and yoga studios.
Playa Potrero
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Potrero during your trip to Potrero? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
- Coco Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
- Conchal Beach
- Playa Potrero
- Samara Beach
- Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
- Reserva Conchal Golf Course
- Carrillo Beach
- Avellanas Beach
- Los Delfines Golf & Country Club
- Grande Beach
- Guiones Beach
- Mansita Beach
- Junquillal Beach
- Manzanillo Beach
- Papagayo Golf and Country Club
- Playa Pelada
- Diamante Eco Adventure Park
- Casino Diria
