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Popular hotels in Guanacaste

Discover well-known properties in Guanacaste that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,982 hotels in Guanacaste and price data was last updated on 9 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Guanacaste is $670/night.
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Playa Tamarindo, 100 sur del hotel Diria, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 3 beach bars. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, a children's pool, and express check-in are onsite. Hotel Mar Rey offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
1123 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
Playa El Jobo, El Jobo, Costa Rica
Located on an unspoilt private beach in El Jobo, Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica offers swimming pools, tropical gardens and air-conditioned suites with free WiFi. Santa Rosa National Park is a 25-minute drive away. Each stylish suite at the Las Mareas resort features a seating area and a balcony with views of the gardens, mountains or Salinas Bay. The modern bathrooms include a hairdryer and a bidet. At Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica you will find a fitness centre, a tour desk, a nightclub and entertainment staff. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including hiking and snorkelling. Dreams Las Mareas is surrounded by lush vegetation and virgin beaches. You can go rafting and whale and dolphin-watching within a 35-minute drive. The Nicaraguan border is only a 15-minute drive away, while Granada, Nicaragua is an hour away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
504 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
$1,130
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
8.4
Excellent
1001 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Greetings from our family to yours! Our family owned and operated beachfront resort has been especially designed for guests seeking a relaxed, family friendly atmosphere, while enjoying unparalleled service and amenities. While Tamarindo Beach Resort is located in the heart of the charming beach town of Tamarindo it is also placed directly on Playa Tamarindo, one of Costa Ricas most famous beaches. This unique location invites you to explore the vibrant beach town life with all its restaurants, bars, and shopping, while also offering pure relaxation in our ocean front gardens or while enjoying 1.8 miles of white sand beach, just a few steps from your room. With over 30 years of tradition Tamarindo Diria offers you a truly welcoming hospitality, based on Costa Ricas main slogan Pura Vida, which translates to PURE LIFE!
8.5
Excellent
1465 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
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
7.6
Good
154 reviews
Location
5.2 km from city centre
Papagayo Peninsula, Culebra, Costa Rica
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool Spend the day relaxing at the beach, practicing your swing on Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica's golf course, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 5 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request. Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica offers 182 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. Microwaves, refrigerators, and in-room massages can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. A golf course, a marina, a health club, and complimentary bicycles are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
44 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
$2,176
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Ocotal, Costa Rica
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
623 reviews
Location
3.3 km from city centre
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.
7.6
Good
1838 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
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.
9.1
Excellent
284 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
$1,197
200m Al E Y 800m Al N Del, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Located in one of the most beautiful corners of Costa Rica, Wyndham Tamarindo offers a space created to relax and be comfortable, where natural beauty, adventure and elegance combine to perfection. Awesome beaches and natural scenery offer guests a unique experience. You will enjoy spectacular sunsets while strolling on the beach, while enjoying a drink in our exclusive Pool Bar. Every day will be a unique and unforgettable experience. Wyndham Tamarindo is a unique complex where your vacations will turn into a real experience. Luxury amenities, an unmatched scenery, comfortable and spacious rooms, restaurant, wet and dry bar, spa, and all the services a great hotel must offer.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
2429 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre

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.

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

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Guanacaste is April ($478). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Guanacaste is March ($1,974).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Guanacaste is Friday ($478). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $1,510.

How much is a hotel in Guanacaste tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Guanacaste tonight starting as low as $63, rising to an average cost of $362, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $157 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 $43/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $43/night. For a 4-star hotel in Guanacaste, the cheapest rate recently found was $178/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Guanacaste?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 59 days before your trip to Guanacaste. The lowest price found when booking 59 days ahead was $53 per night.

Top-rated Guanacaste hotels

Browse through properties in Guanacaste that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,982 properties in Guanacaste and data was last updated on 9 June 2025.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in Guanacaste. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$357
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
$204
Avg. per night
Calle Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$150
Avg. per night
152 Rio Santo, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
6.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$387
Avg. per night
2 Km West of Rios Dos Bocas, Arenal, Costa Rica
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$133
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
$156
Avg. per night
Calle Corona 9, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$158
Avg. per night
de Villas Mariposa 100 Sur, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$203
Avg. per night
500 metros Este de Lagarta Lodge, Nosara, Costa Rica
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$156
Avg. per night
Playa Junquillal, Costa Rica
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$126
Avg. per night
Nosara, Guanacaste, Nosara, Costa Rica
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$420
Avg. per night
25 Meters Norte de la Rotonda, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$169
Avg. per night
100 Metros Sur Del Banco Nacional, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$267
Avg. per night
Golfo Papagayo, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$474
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 $23 per night. There is currently one property in Guanacaste that can be booked for this price. Pura Vida Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Guanacaste. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available in Guanacaste for the selected dates. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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Calle Guanacaste Tamarindo, 100m East From Banco National, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$23
Avg. per night
400 Metros Este de Calle Principal 160, Nosara, Costa Rica
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$28
Avg. per night
West Side of The Soccer Field, Sámara, Costa Rica
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$33
Avg. per night
100Mts Este Del Banco Nacional, Sámara, Costa Rica
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$33
Avg. per night
Between Calle Cardinal y Calle Cruz, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$37
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
$38
Avg. per night
50 Meters From Banco Nacional, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$40
Avg. per night
Tamarindo Backpackers Hostal 100 Metros Sur de Cond. Villa Verde 1, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$43
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
$56
Avg. per night
Avenida 1 y 3, Calle 12, Liberia, Costa Rica
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$60
Avg. per night
200 Meters Oeste Del Correo, Coco, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$71
Avg. per night
Calle 5 Playa Samara, Sámara, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$76
Avg. per night
Playa Tamarindo, 150mts Norte de Hotel Tamarindo Diriá, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$81
Avg. per night
75m Oeste Casa Paraiso, Sámara, Costa Rica
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$85
Avg. per night
2 Km East From International Airport, Liberia, Costa Rica
6.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$90
Avg. per night
400 Meters From Route 1 And, Liberia, Costa Rica
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$95
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 9 June 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hotel in Guanacaste categorized by hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
3 stars
200m Al E Y 800m Al N Del, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Ruta 21 Frente al Aeropuerto Inter, Liberia, Costa Rica
400 Metros Norte de la Iglesia Catolica, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
De la Primer Entrada 800 m Playa, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
2 stars and under
Playa Tamarindo, 100 sur del hotel Diria, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
2 Km East From International Airport, Liberia, Costa Rica
Playa Brasilito, Brasilito, Costa Rica
25 m Sur Iglesia Catolica, Coco, Costa Rica
Playa Tamarindo, 150mts Norte de Hotel Tamarindo Diriá, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Other accommodations in Guanacaste

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Esquina Sur-Este Plaza DE Futbol DE Ostional, Ostional, Costa Rica
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$110
Avg. per night
Coco, Costa Rica
1.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$3,889
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Guanacaste

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Guanacaste to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 9 June 2025.
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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 9 June 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Guanacaste?

    Our travellers prefer to stay in places like Tamarindo and Panamá while in Guanacaste.

  • What are the best hotels in Guanacaste?

    Tamarindo Village Hotel, rated with a score of 8.6 from 428 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Guanacaste. Other top stays include Hotel Luna Llena, with an average rating of 8.7 from 584 reviewers, and Hotel Mar Rey, with a score of 8.4 from 1,123 reviewers.

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