Barranca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with a long stretch of sand, a calm sea, and a line of palm trees in the background.
A beach with a white police vehicle parked on the right, palm trees, and a distant ship on the water.
A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear sky, and a line of palm trees along the shore.

Where to stay in Barranca

Find the best Barranca areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Barranca
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San Miguelito

While there might not be top attractions in San Miguelito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puntarenas Beach and Playa Boca de Barranca.

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
The price is £162 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£162
per night
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Stay at this 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 in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,157 reviews)
"I was in the new building and the standards were very low."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is £113 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£113
per night
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Punta Leona
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

5 out of 5
3 Km South and 600 mts East Carara National Park Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is £152 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£152
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park are located ...
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"Guests needs had been very well thought through. Lovely place!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Nomad Living CR
Macaw Paradise

Macaw Paradise

3 out of 5
tarcoles playa la pita Tarcoles Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this beach villa in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa Bochinche and Hacienda las Agujas are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"Un lugar pequeñito, pero con todo lo que se necesita, la pasamos muy bien!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Macaw Paradise
Cool Bali Style Villa, w/stunning views, HiSpeedWifi., 3Brs. solar heated pool.

Cool Bali Style Villa, w/stunning views, HiSpeedWifi., 3Brs. solar heated pool.

Atenas Alajuela Province
Stay at this holiday home in Escobal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
"The host and especially, the property manager, helped make this one of the most memorable trips I've ever made. from helping to set up drivers to information on the best places to see sloths. Great place."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Cool Bali Style Villa, w/stunning views, HiSpeedWifi., 3Brs. solar heated pool.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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