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Popular hotels in Guanacaste

Discover well-known properties in Guanacaste that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,764 hotels in Guanacaste and price data was last updated on 23 October 2025. The average price for a hotel in Guanacaste is C$ 634/night.
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Playa El Jobo, El Jobo, Costa Rica
Located in the beautiful El Jobo beach on the Northern coast of Guanacaste, the hotel is a gorgeous beachfront resort with shimmering white beaches and lush tropical jungles. The hotel will be a vibrant beach getaway for couples, families and singles to enjoy all the inclusions of an Unlimited-Luxury escape in a privileged location. Retreat to your luxury suite with a private balcony or terrace, sweeping views of the ocean, the tropical jungle and mountain range. The property has a luxurious suites filled with amenities for your comfort and convenience. Explore the international array of specialty restaurants.
8.3
Excellent
505 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
C$ 874
Blvd Playa Hermosa 800Mts al Norte., Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Overlooking Culebra Bay’s spectacular cliffs, this all-inclusive, adults-only complex offers a private beach, 2 freeform swimming pools and a spa. Each stylish room has a balcony with partial views of the bay. The spacious rooms at Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only-All Inclusive include satellite TV, and a safe. There is a coffee maker and a free minibar with beer, soft drinks and water. Unlimited food, drinks and snacks are available from the international restaurants and bars. Daily activities at the hotel include kayaking and aerobics. You can also use the tennis courts and the gym. Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only-All Inclusive is situated on Costa Rica’s tropical Pacific Coast, a 35-minute drive from Liberia International Airport. Staff can arrange rainforest excursions or visits to Palo Verde National Park.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.8
Good
1269 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
C$ 279
3 Km North West From Panama Beach Main Entrance Playa Arenilla Provincia De Guanacaste, Culebra, Costa Rica
Set in the exuberant Arenilla beach, Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica will offer adults a stunning Unlimited-Luxury getaway in Costa Rica’s Gulf of Papagayo. The secure community around Secrets Papagayo provides striking views of native flora and fauna and miles of unspoiled Pacific Coast beach. This resort boasts 202 spacious non-smoking guest rooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace as well as a superb Unlimited-Luxury experience starting with 24-hour room service, a daily refreshed mini-bar and more. The Preferred Club will provide an enhanced level of luxury with 65 ocean view suites and additional privileges including access to a private lounge, upgraded bath amenities and mini-bar, concierge service, pillow menu and much more. Guests will enjoy a welcome cocktail and cool towel, limitless gourmet cuisine, without reservations, at four restaurants and one café in addition to five bars that will serve unlimited top-shelf spirits. 24-hour dining options allow guests to enjoy late night bites at Market Café. Or stay in and order room service. It’s all available at any hour day or night. Days and nights are filled with land, beach and water activities and live entertainment. Two pools and a pristine beach await. Rejuvenation reigns supreme at the Secrets Spa by Pevonia, offering massage, body and facial treatments in 13 treatment rooms and a full-service beauty salon. Follow up this rejuvenation at the fully equipped fitness center or by taking part in one of many daily and nighttime activities. Just 20 minutes from the Liberia Airport and a mere 15 minutes from the touristic town of Coco Beach, Secrets Papagayo offers guests a privileged location both within the resort and throughout the area for an ideal Unlimited-Luxury getaway on the Pacific Coast.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
158 reviews
Location
5.2 km from city centre
C$ 612
Playa Manzanill0, Golfo de Papagayo, Liberia, Culebra, Costa Rica
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica An Autograph Collection Resort provides a comfortable setting when in Culebra. Those staying at the property can also enjoy complimentary wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1053 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
C$ 353
1.5 km al Sur de Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Offering a beautiful setting on Playa Langosta Beach and next to Las Baulas National Park, Occidental Tamarindo features an outdoor swimming pool and spa. Occidental Tamarindo has attractive décor throughout. Each air-conditioned room has a flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee maker. This property is beachfront. Guests can enjoy a range of international cuisine at the buffet and à la carte restaurant. There is also a poolside bar and a lounge bar. La Fontana (Italian) and Kyoto (Japanese) restaurants only serve à la carte dinners; Only one courtesy a la carte dinner is offered for every 3 nights of lodging in the restaurant of your choice (La Fontana or Kyoto). Guests staying for fewer days may pay an additional fee to access these restaurants. Occidental Tamarindo’s spa features a hot tub and sauna and offers treatments including massage. There is also a gym and beauty salon. Langosta Beach is a popular surfing destination and other activities include deep-sea fishing, kayaking and snorkelling. The resort also features tennis courts and volleyball pitches.
7.5
Good
1890 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
C$ 294
Playa Samara, Carrillo, Sámara, Costa Rica
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
42 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
C$ 437
Playa Hermosa, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Our resort is located in a privileged area immersed between the cliffs of Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, surrounded by an exuberant tropical forest with magnificent views of the sea.A natural paradise that comforts the soul and inspires the senses, ideal to connect with you and your loved ones, relax, unwind and enjoy the warm hospitality of Costa Ricans.Villas Sol Beach Resort, is located just 20 minutes by car from Guanacaste International Airport (Liberia, LIR), in Playa Hermosa, famous for its pristine sands and for being one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, which has the Blue Flag certification (Ecological Program).Let yourself be seduced by our natural environment, exceptional climate, delicious food, amenities, and hospitality that come together to make you enjoy a memorable stay, which we know you will soon want to repeat!
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.6
Good
1200 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
C$ 140
Peninsula Papagayo, Culebra, Costa Rica
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 4 restaurants. Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt offers 153 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and minibars (stocked with some free items). Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages. 2 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and complimentary bicycles are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a 24-hour fitness center. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
9.4
Excellent
282 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
C$ 794
900 Mts Este Desde Bar Lizard, Calle de la Chorrera, Coco, Costa Rica
Beachfront, with outdoor pool An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Housekeeping is available on request. Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel offers 5 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sardinal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.7
Good
196 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
C$ 148
Flamingo Beach, Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Family-friendly beachfront location with 2 outdoor pools Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants. Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers 120 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.4
Excellent
1118 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
C$ 220

Travel insights for hotels in Guanacaste

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Guanacaste including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

How much do hotels in Guanacaste cost?

The average price of a hotel in Guanacaste has been around C$ 635/night over the last 3 days. You can expect year-round prices for a 5-star hotel in Guanacaste to be around C$ 361/night, a 4-star hotel at C$ 577/night, and a 3-star at C$ 251/night on average.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Guanacaste?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Guanacaste is September (C$ 479). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Guanacaste is March (C$ 836).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Guanacaste?

The cheapest day to stay in Guanacaste is Tuesday (C$ 530). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is C$ 870.

How much is a hotel in Guanacaste tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Guanacaste tonight starting as low as C$ 40, rising to an average cost of C$ 368, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 64 for a 4-star hotel in Guanacaste for tonight.

How much is a Guanacaste hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Guanacaste this weekend for as little as C$ 39/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 39/night. For a 4-star hotel in Guanacaste, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 64/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Guanacaste?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 66 days before your trip to Guanacaste. The lowest price found when booking 66 days ahead was C$ 48 per night.

Top-rated Guanacaste hotels

Browse through properties in Guanacaste that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,764 properties in Guanacaste and data was last updated on 23 October 2025.
Our users rated these Guanacaste hotels among the best places to stay. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 214
Avg. per night
Rincon de la Vieja, 47 Kilometers From The Daniel Oduber International Airport (Lir), Liberia, Costa Rica
19.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 217
Avg. per night
Calle Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 125
Avg. per night
152 Rio Santo, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
6.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 246
Avg. per night
2 Km West of Rios Dos Bocas, Arenal, Costa Rica
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 112
Avg. per night
Entrada Del Bar Lizard a la Derecha. Un Kilometro. Camino a La Chorrera. Diagonal al Club Pacifico., Coco, Costa Rica
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 104
Avg. per night
300 Meters South From Super 2001, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 267
Avg. per night
de Villas Mariposa 100 Sur, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 92
Avg. per night
Playa Junquillal, Costa Rica
1.0 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 112
Avg. per night
Nosara, Guanacaste, Nosara, Costa Rica
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 276
Avg. per night
25 Meters Norte de la Rotonda, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 105
Avg. per night
100 Metros Sur Del Banco Nacional, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 112
Avg. per night
Golfo Papagayo, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 360
Avg. per night
1 Km South From Tamarindo Downtown, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 381
Avg. per night
Playa Langosta, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 406
Avg. per night
Main Road, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 120
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Discover affordable stays in Guanacaste that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Guanacaste can be found for as low as C$ 43 per night. There is currently one property in Guanacaste that can be booked for this price. Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Guanacaste. Price data was last updated on 23 October 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Guanacaste at the moment. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
50 Meters From Banco Nacional, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 43
Avg. per night
Avenida 1 y 3, Calle 12, Liberia, Costa Rica
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 43
Avg. per night
Calle Langosta, 200 Meters North from the Beach, next to Kahiki Restaurant, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 48
Avg. per night
2515000 Costado Sur Del Parque Central, Contiguo A Almacen El Verdugo Liberia, Liberia, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 48
Avg. per night
200 Meters Oeste Del Correo, Coco, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 53
Avg. per night
West Side of The Soccer Field, Sámara, Costa Rica
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 66
Avg. per night
200 Metros Sur Escuela, Brasilito, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 66
Avg. per night
Playa Tamarindo, 150mts Norte de Hotel Tamarindo Diriá, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 69
Avg. per night
Calle Corona 9, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 73
Avg. per night
Across From Delicias Del Mundo, Nosara, Costa Rica
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 76
Avg. per night
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 77
Avg. per night
500 Mts West Of Banco Nacional, Sámara, Costa Rica
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 78
Avg. per night
Highway 160, 200 Meters North of 506, Nosara, Costa Rica
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 80
Avg. per night
Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 81
Avg. per night
2 Km East From International Airport, Liberia, Costa Rica
6.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 83
Avg. per night
500 Meters Past Mar Vista, Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 85
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Guanacaste

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Guanacaste to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Guanacaste at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 23 October 2025.
An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the Guanacaste. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
3 stars
900 Mts Este Desde Bar Lizard, Calle de la Chorrera, Coco, Costa Rica
C$ 148
Calle Real, Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
C$ 122
175 Mts - West Of Main Entrance, Liberia, Costa Rica
C$ 171
De la Primer Entrada 800 m Playa, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
C$ 140
West Side of The Soccer Field, Sámara, Costa Rica
C$ 66
2 stars and under
Playa Tamarindo, 100 sur del hotel Diria, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
C$ 106
Between Calle Cardinal y Calle Cruz, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
C$ 141
Playa Tamarindo, 150mts Norte de Hotel Tamarindo Diriá, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
C$ 69
2515000 Costado Sur Del Parque Central, Contiguo A Almacen El Verdugo Liberia, Liberia, Costa Rica
C$ 48
Avenida 1 y 3, Calle 12, Liberia, Costa Rica
C$ 43

Other accommodations in Guanacaste

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Guanacaste. There are 5,764 hotels in Guanacaste and price data was last updated on 23 October 2025. The average price for a stay in Guanacaste is C$ 634/night.
Pacifico Village Shops C No. 3, Playas Del Coco, Coco, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 332
Avg. per night
100Mts Este Del Banco Nacional, Sámara, Costa Rica
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 52
Avg. per night
Calle Langosta, 200 Meters North from the Beach, next to Kahiki Restaurant, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 48
Avg. per night
Palm Beach Estates, Playa Grande, Costa Rica
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 87
Avg. per night
Playa Hermosa, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 140
Avg. per night
Coco, Costa Rica
1.6 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 2,711
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Guanacaste

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Facts about staying in Guanacaste

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Guanacaste to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 23 October 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Guanacaste?

    Tamarindo, Liberia, and Culebra are some of the most favored places to stay in Guanacaste.

  • What are the best hotels in Guanacaste?

    One of the most popular hotels in Guanacaste is Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica, which has been reviewed by 505 users and currently has a rating of 8.3/10. Other top-rated locations include Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection Resort and Wyndham Tamarindo, which have received 8.2/10 and 8.6/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Playas del Coco?

    The Palms At Coco Beach is a good hotel close to Playas del Coco - it has scored 7.6 over 462 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Guanacaste near Conchal Beach?

    For a good hotel near to Conchal Beach, consider W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal - it is rated 9.5/10 from 125 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near Playa Tamarindo?

    If you’re visiting Playa Tamarindo then the nearby Wyndham Tamarindo is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (2,576 reviews scoring it at an average 8.6/10).

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Guanacaste?

    In Guanacaste, the first cheapest city, Liberia, and the second cheapest city, Playa Grande, offer budget-friendly accommodations. The average per night cost in Liberia is C$ 334, while in Playa Grande, it is C$ 309, making both cities excellent choices for an affordable stay.

  • What is the most popular city in Guanacaste to stay in?

    Tamarindo is the most popular city in Guanacaste. Many of our users have also opted to stay in either Liberia or Culebra, which are other popular options.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Guanacaste?

    According to our user data, the most popular hotel chains in Guanacaste are AMResorts, Occidental Hotels & Resorts, and Marriott Bonvoy. Though keep in mind that not all cities may have these options, so keep an open mind when looking for accommodations!

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Guanacaste?

    If your travel plans to Guanacaste are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Playas del Coco, Conchal Beach, or Playa Tamarindo. Coco is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Playas del Coco. Staying in Brasilito is preferred if you want to visit Conchal Beach. To visit Playa Tamarindo, it’s most convenient if you stay in Tamarindo.

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