Península de Nicoya
This elegant hotel is a surprise, with its spacious bungalows and inviting infinity pool. From the outdoor showers to the private terraces, this is a…
Must-see hotels in Costa Rica
Península de Nicoya
Spectacular panoramas surround you at this hilltop retreat, where the four cabinas feature floor-to-ceiling windows, open-air showers and super…
San José
A converted old mansion, this boutique hotel, restaurant and cafe is in the heart of Escalante's Paseo Gastronómico district and its up-and-coming…
Jacó
Down a shaded alley in the middle of town, dorms and private rooms share a chilled-out TV living area and fully equipped kitchen in the main house. Four…
La Fortuna
The original hostel-resort in La Fortuna, this self-proclaimed ‘five-star hostel’ with volcano views is pretty cushy. Sleep on orthopedic mattresses and…
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
This inn opposite the soccer field doubles as a Spanish school and offers midrange amenities. Breezy, immaculate rooms feature polished wood, bright…
Península de Nicoya
The latest addition to Las Catalinas, a ambitious new beach community under development on Playa Danta, is this 45-room boutique hotel. Newly constructed,…
Tortuguero Village
Just across the river from Tortuguero village, this place has three simple cabinas with solar electricity and Guatemalan textiles. Each room sleeps…
Monteverde & Santa Elena
With unique architectural styling and around 14 hectares of trail-laced grounds, this long-standing lodge had, at the time of research, recently been…
Península de Nicoya
Local hero and granddad of Playa Grande, Louis Wilson was instrumental in the designation of the national park. Abutting the beach, his hotel was…
San José
This converted modernist home in La Sabana has polished-wood floors, vintage furnishings and over a dozen eclectic guest rooms to choose from, including…
Caribbean Coast
This 18-room lodge is housed in a rambling tropical-style building with breezy rooms connected by covered walkways; there's also a pool table and deck…
Northwestern Costa Rica
This cute B&B at the southern end of Bijagua has a collection of stylish bungalows with polished-concrete floors, frilly bed linens, beamed ceilings and…
Northwestern Costa Rica
About 1km past the park entrance, this unusual property is perched on a gorgeous slice beside the milky-blue Río Celeste (Piuri is the indigenous name for…
San José
An intricately carved baroque-style carriage door and an arched poolside promenade usher guests into this 1940s Spanish-style inn. The 16 rooms and one…
Monteverde & Santa Elena
There’s a lot to love about Poco a Poco. There's the spa, of course, but the restaurant is also excellent, and the contemporary architecture is striking…
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
You’ll find various options at this quiet hotel. The most charming are the palm-thatched bungalows, featuring shining wooden floors, mini fridges and…
Península de Nicoya
Stay in a private room within a villa on Mel Gibson's sprawling hacienda. The colonial-style, shared casas feel geared toward special events, but any sort…
Península de Nicoya
Next to Papaya, this is an outstanding deal in a busy roadside location. Tiled rooms are clean but cramped, with those upstairs giving a glimpse of the…
Tortuguero Village
Down a side street between the boat landing and the park entrance, you’ll find eight quaint bungalows surrounding a tidy garden at this popular budget…
San José
On a residential street in Barrio Aranjuez, this homey guesthouse has 30 rooms of various configurations spread over two buildings. Guests have access to…
Montezuma
The brainchild of a Swedish photographer, this minimalist boutique hotel feels a bit buttoned-up for freewheeling Montezuma. But the posh rooms (including…
Northwestern Costa Rica
Set in a yellow concrete building, this motel-style place has spacious rooms with new tiles and wooden beds plus a few decorative flourishes such as…
Península de Nicoya
As implied by the name, the amazing panoramic view of the islands is the selling point here. It really is spectacular, and you can enjoy it from your…
San José
This Los Yoses standard-bearer features 25 rooms, most with a private garden patio, in a whitewashed building removed from the main street. Though sizes…
Puntarenas
For early-morning ferry departures, Hotel La Punta is an appealing choice. Conveniently located one block from the dock, its 12 rooms are arranged around…
Mal País & Santa Teresa
Located about 100m up a side road off the main drag, this funky lodge has sweet, rustic bungalows built out of bamboo. Each has an open-air shower,…
Puerto Jiménez
A stone's throw from Playa Platanares, this resort offers spacious and attractive rooms with white-washed walls and wicker furniture. Sliding glass doors…
Montezuma
A lovely B&B just south of town with nine unique rooms, replete with exquisite touches like timber-framed mirrors, organic lanterns, and rocking chairs on…
Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio & Around
Off the main drag on the ocean side, this hostel's entrance is hidden next to a corrugated-iron fence. Don't let first impressions dissuade you: once you…
Península de Nicoya
The location seems odd – stuck on a side road with no beach in sight – but the attentive owners and art-filled premises make it an excellent lower-cost…
Península de Nicoya
Across from La Selva wildlife reserve is this delightful inn that has ramshackle charm and plenty of whimsical touches. A stony path winds around the…
Jacó
Tucked away off a quiet side street, this small, adults-only seven-room hotel is difficult to fault. Studios, double rooms and suites (some with…
Cahuita
Run by Cahuita native Walter and expatriate former schoolteacher Patty, this chilled-out gem of a spot near Playa Negra's northern end is a self…
San José
This comfy B&B in residential Escazú is a quiet, homey escape run by Tiger, an attentive former nutritionist and personal trainer who makes art and cooks…
Península de Nicoya
At the southern end of town, Hotel Bula Bula has decked out its rooms with king-size beds, tropical paint jobs and whimsical local art. The grounds are…
Mal País & Santa Teresa
This is a thinking person's hostel, attracting a cultivated crowd of travelers who appreciate the orderly atmosphere. En suite bathrooms, polished…
Northwestern Costa Rica
Retired fisherman Manuel offers a fine deal in the quaint village of Cuajiniquíl (Kwah-hee-nee-kil). The eight-room house is convenient to Santa Rosa and…
Northwestern Costa Rica
Located about 1.5km from the park entrance, this family-run property is spread out over landscaped grounds. There are six simple tiled rooms that share a…
San José
This lovely, well-maintained apartment complex 150m north of Rostipollos has 32 units in various configurations that draw long-term business travelers as…
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