Title: Nicoya Peninsula Travel Guide: Best of Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Nicoya-Peninsula-Hotels.d6230596.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Nicoya-Peninsula-Holiday-Rentals.d6230596.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Nicoya-Peninsula.d6230596.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Nicoya Peninsula Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Nicoya-Peninsula.d6230596.Car-Hire-Guide)[Nicoya Peninsula Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Nicoya-Peninsula.d6230596.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Nicoya Peninsula Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Coco Beach which includes a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071351/41070e9d-8f24-4777-b999-f488c4e7085f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coco Beach which includes a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071351/41070e9d-8f24-4777-b999-f488c4e7085f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coco Beach featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071351/3e6af8f1-880d-48ab-b754-947a3307e7b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hermosa Bay Beach which includes boating and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071349/1822cdef-0fe1-4fe5-8461-fafdba63e406.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Flamingo Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071357/a15daf25-38e3-4e5b-b7cf-8ce3f5b4e197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nicoya Peninsula Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula ![Learned how to surf here a couple of years ago. I dream about going back to this amazing country. #adventure #surf #beachfog #costrica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976658729/b5faa161-e6c9-4001-9db8-d7db32cf04bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabo-Velas-Palm-Beach-Estates.dx553248635976658729) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Puerto Viejo While Puerto Viejo isn't home to many top sights, Playa Coronado and Playa Torres are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lepanto-Puerto-Viejo.dx553248635976400701) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 El Coco Casino. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sardinal-Coco-Sunset-Hills.dx553248635976397405) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rancho Armadillo While Rancho Armadillo isn't home to many top sights, Coco Beach and El Coco Casino are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coco-Rancho-Armadillo.dx553248635976395883) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nicoya-El-Carmen.dx553248635976397888) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Barrio-Buenos-Aires.dx553248635976397249) - Top hotels in Nicoya Peninsula - Top Holiday Rentals in Nicoya Peninsula ![Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2818800/2818771/998dab18_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste Stay at this beach resort in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,275 reviews) The room, amenities, food and staff were great but the emergency alert alarm and flashing lights went off 3 times in the middle of the night. Usually around 330am and 430am. This was very disruptive to sleep and it happened the first night we arrived after a long travel day which was very frustrating. ... Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) ![Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5440000/5431400/5431338/9bf2a11d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste Stay at this beach resort in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,387 reviews) Beautiful hotel, staff was attentive, rooms clean and spacious. Had an issue with our key card but maintenance came and fixed it. everything was stunning. Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=5431338&PinnedHotelID=5431338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=5431338&PinnedHotelID=5431338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) ![Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/189600/189539/3415d432_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Flamingo Beach Cabo Velas Guanacaste £298 31 Jan - 1 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) We enjoyed a great family stay. Comfortable beds and room for all 5 of us. The pool was great. Really appreciated the covered kids pool. Though would have like to see more shade/umbrellas at the pool. Or less people (who seemed to never show up) saving those seats with towels. The swim up bar was ... Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026&selected=189539&PinnedHotelID=189539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [See all 6,639 properties in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6230596) 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. ![Toro Blanco Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15250000/15241600/15241531/ecee94d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Toro Blanco Resort 25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal Guanacaste Stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (139 reviews) I am very satisfied with my stay. The hotel and room were great. There is a kitchenette if you want to cook some food. Each room has a little patio in front of it with table, chairs, and hammock that face the pool. I especially enjoyed eating my meals on the patio being able to enjoy the weather ... Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coco-Hotels-Toro-Blanco-Resort.h15241531.Hotel-Information) ![Bahia Pez Vela Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1119000/1118962/7a5fdddd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bahia Pez Vela Resort Playa del Coco Sardinal Guanacaste Stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews) Loveley resort! Great beach! Xlnt food! Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Bahia-Pez-Vela-Resort.h1118962.Hotel-Information) ![Las Catalinas Doorway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11050000/11046500/11046448/5d696b38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Las Catalinas Doorway Playa Danta Tempate Guanacaste Stay at this beach holiday home in Tempate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews) Overall a great experience thank you! Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tempate-Hotels-Las-Catalinas-Collection.h11046448.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6230596&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Nicoya Peninsula hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30)[29 Jan - 30 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31)[30 Jan - 31 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Coco Beach showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071351/602e77ad-3c26-4840-ae51-4c308e1d7f0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coco Beach 4.5/5(2 reviews) Explore the depths of the ocean with your snorkel and fly through the treetops of the jungle on a zip line in this picturesque beach town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coco-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071351.Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of Playas del Coco, Hermosa Beach and its green mountains, bay and yachts in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071344/b3b0a411-12e6-484e-ba1e-1b26e8eac718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamarindo Beach 4.5/5(9 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Beach-Tamarindo.d6071344.Attraction) ![Flamingo Beach showing general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071357/9486a209-c553-40a1-a166-55bfeef0421b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flamingo Beach 4.5/5(7 reviews) Sunbathe on the soft sand, snorkel in the clear ocean water and spy turtles, crocodiles and monkeys at a marine park at this scenic beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Flamingo-Beach-Cabo-Velas.d6071357.Attraction) ![Potrero Beach near Flamingo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976705709/624aa3aa-67a7-4a69-8eb0-89eba7187981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa Potrero Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Potrero during your trip to Potrero? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Potrero-Potrero.d553248635976705709.Attraction) ![Anyone know the name of these trees?](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143929/566dfa61-0b6f-4c36-9e5f-baa4b3ba43d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Teresa Beach 4.5/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Teresa-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d6229779.Attraction) ![This was the most interesting beaches I've been to. It may look like sand, but it's actually little bits of shells. Your feet may hurt, so definitely bring flip flops to this one. Don't let the shells steer you away - they are actually beautiful. This beach is popular among locals. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350727/cdea7d5a-1d0c-48b3-bfb8-b506b61944e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Conchal Beach 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Conchal-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071359.Attraction) ## Cities near Nicoya Peninsula ![Playa Carillo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071367/6b5c09bd-bb21-48e7-a7c0-31ea81f7420e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puerto Carrillo ![Tamarindo featuring shopping and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500187/56bea41a-11e0-442d-be42-617f15051116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tamarindo ![Liberia showing interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500188/a8b3aaac-70fa-4df6-af33-4dff2397627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Liberia ![Abendhimmel in Samara, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/fa0d48d5-ea61-4f1d-89eb-1073fa84b3f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sámara - Cities near Nicoya Peninsula - Places of interest [Puerto Carrillo](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Carrillo.dx2996)[Tamarindo](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo.dx500187)[Liberia](https://expedia.co.uk/Liberia.dx500188)[Sámara](https://expedia.co.uk/Samara.dx601385)[El Ocotal](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Ocotal.dx601611)[Curu](https://expedia.co.uk/Curu.dx6035244)[Playa Hermosa](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Hermosa.dx6047260)[Papagayo](https://expedia.co.uk/Papagayo.dx6048759)[Junquillal](https://expedia.co.uk/Junquillal.dx6052832)[Playa Naranjo](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Naranjo.dx6085361)[Cabo Velas](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabo-Velas.dx6138752)[Santa Teresa](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Teresa.dx6143929)[Paquera](https://expedia.co.uk/Paquera.dx6156456)[Cabuya](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabuya.dx6229212)[Cóbano](https://expedia.co.uk/Cobano.dx6229233)[Playa Flamingo](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Flamingo.dx6252841)[Javilla](https://expedia.co.uk/Javilla.dx6255576)[Manzanillo](https://expedia.co.uk/Manzanillo.dx6289357) - [Coco Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Coco-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071351.Attraction) - [Flamingo Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Flamingo-Beach-Cabo-Velas.d6071357.Attraction) - [Los Delfines Golf & Country Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Los-Delfines-Golf-Country-Club-Paquera.d553248635931504881.Attraction) - [Playa Pelada ](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Pelada-Nosara.d553248633900392117.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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