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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77613-Coco-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nicoya Peninsula](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77574-Guanacaste-North-Pacific-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hermosa Bay Beach which includes boating and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77634-Hermosa-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nicoya Peninsula](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77624-Flamingo-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hermosa Bay Beach showing mountains and a beach as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77632-Hermosa-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Nicoya Peninsula Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula ![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://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b62baf71ff928219c8dc324a7688110b.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) ### 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. [](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 Ocotal Beach 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) ### 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) ![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) ### Casitas While Casitas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nicoya-Casitas.dx553248635976008270) - 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! (1,274 reviews) Food was delicious. Entertainment could of been better but overall, a good stay Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F12%2F2025&endDate=29%2F12%2F2025&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F12%2F2025&endDate=29%2F12%2F2025&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! (1,324 reviews) The room was very clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The shows and concerts were amazing. It is a great place for family fun. Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F12%2F2025&endDate=29%2F12%2F2025&selected=5431338&PinnedHotelID=5431338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F12%2F2025&endDate=29%2F12%2F2025&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 £189 15 Dec - 16 Dec 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! (1,004 reviews) We weren’t sure what to expect, but it was a perfect location. The beach was really fun, clean and quiet! We had a rental car and went out exploring other beaches both north and south, but Flamingo was the best for hanging out and playing in the waves with the boogie board. Surfing at Tamarindo was ... Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=189539&PinnedHotelID=189539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6230596) [See all 6,688 properties in Nicoya Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025®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. ![Hermosa Paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74430000/74425100/74425070/5943c447_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hermosa Paradise Highway 159 behind Super Luperon Sardinal Guanacaste Province Stay at this aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 14 beach bars. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews) The place is beautiful, very close to the beaches, it is also very clean. The only concern I have is that I didn't have hot water to bath. I had to stay 2 days and I couldn't take a shower with hot water and I didn't like that Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jaco-Hotels-Hermosa-Paradise.h74425070.Hotel-Information) ![The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83950000/83941900/83941864/acd0ded6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access Marisol Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste Stay at this luxury villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews) Amazing villa. Close to town and night market. Beach club was fantastic with friendly staff. Would recommend. Will be back Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-MVilla-Tramarindo.h83941864.Hotel-Information) ![Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96900000/96894000/96893950/f06bd8b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo Av Central Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (79 reviews) Nice property with a great little pool and room has all the space you need. Walking distance from beach and downtown area. Staff were friendly. Reviewed on 9 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Casa-Nahua-Hotel-In-Tamarindo.h96893950.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=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15)[14 Dec - 15 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16)[15 Dec - 16 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025)[19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6230596&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Coco Beach showing a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77612-Coco-Beach.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) ![Tamarindo Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/7b5d91c3e2f1ba822f436af829e02547.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77572-Guanacaste-North-Pacific-Coast.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) ![Samara Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/8c9a4e3cc627a7897dea0b4aed2e290c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Samara Beach 4.5/5(2 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Samara Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sámara. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Samara-Beach-Samara.d6071369.Attraction) ![Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7cbfb58454a2899c04f10df17b8d07b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course Play a round of golf in Tamarindo at Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hacienda-Pinilla-Golf-Course-Tamarindo.d6126541.Attraction) ![Santa Teresa Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/faa32c1f5383bc1bba97ccec5fb40f34.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) ## Cities near Nicoya Peninsula ![Puerto Carrillo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f05b94b71d4ee6c01e50bd50b69c53ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puerto Carrillo ![Tamarindo featuring shopping and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77582-Tamarindo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tamarindo ![Liberia showing interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77578-Guanacaste-North-Pacific-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Liberia ![Photo by David Reyes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bc0cef3826b728f7c5d7e032066733c6.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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