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Top hotels and accommodation in Santa Cruz

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
2 outdoor pools

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (53)
"Great place to stay in Santa Clara. Convenient location and the inner courtyard area and pool are very nice. Clean and spacious. Breakfast was tasty. "
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
CASA NABOO
Family House | Private kitchen

CASA NABOO

3.5 star property
The price is NZ$17,951
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
CASA NABOO
Hotel La Arena
Seasonal outdoor pool

Hotel La Arena

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (96)
"Friendly owner(s), Good value, clean rooms, easy to find and easy commute to airport and good restaurants in Liberia. I wish pool was heated, but nice for the price."
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Hotel La Arena
Hotel El Regalo
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Hotel El Regalo

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (45)
"A nice quiet and comfortable little hotel. Nice friendly staff. The room was comfortable, clean and nice beds. "
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Hotel El Regalo
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
Free beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach towels, beach massages

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (241)
"One of the cleanest places we've stayed in 30 days traveling around Costa Rica! Great for kids with the nice pool and playground. "
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cabinas el Colibri
Lunch and dinner served

Cabinas el Colibri

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
"Welcoming staff. Big rooms right by the pool so you can easily watch the kids. Everything you could need was in the room. The restaurant was excellent.parking easy and convenient"
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Cabinas el Colibri
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
On the beach

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (318)
"Beautiful resort with a beautiful view Carrillo of beach. The pool was amazing. The staff was friendly and welcoming. If you need to go to town it is a $15 taxi ride. "
The price is NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"I stayed at this property in November 2024. Mario, the owner is friendly and accommodating. All the staff were beyond amazing. Cute little boutique hotel. Loved it. Can’t say anything negative about it."
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
The Hideaway Hotel
Penthouse | Outdoor pool

The Hideaway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (243)
"This property is quiet and away from town . A close walkable beach for sunset are great . best beaches are a short drive away . A car is needed to get to town or carrillo beach which is best beach nearby . Good food options in town less busy tourists than other places in cr . Car parking with bigger vehicle can be a challenge if full . Internet weak in rooms when all units are full . On site food was great. "
The price is NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
The Hideaway Hotel
Hotel Sol Samara
Front of property - evening/night

Hotel Sol Samara

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (204)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. They let us charge our EV. Good location with quiet beach and 30 min walk to town."
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
Hotel Sol Samara
SamaraChilloutLodge
Outdoor pool

SamaraChilloutLodge

3.0 star property
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
SamaraChilloutLodge
Pension Playa Samara
Outdoor pool

Pension Playa Samara

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"Exactly what I was looking for!"
The price is NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Pension Playa Samara
Hotel Samara Beach
Breakfast served

Hotel Samara Beach

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (64)
"The property is located a 2 minute walk from the beach. Conveniently located to walk to restaurants and shops. None of the power outlets were working in our first room. Hotel staff was friendly and helpful and immediately accommodated us in the room next door. This is an older hotel with very basic necessities. Overall hotel grounds need maintenance. Especially the pool area. The grass was overgrown underneath the lounge chairs. Personally, it wasn’t for us. Booked a two night stay and ended...
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Hotel Samara Beach
Hotel Giada
Outdoor pool

Hotel Giada

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (271)
"Great staff -- so friendly, helpful and understanding od those of us who speak broken Spanish. Two nice pools. Located within walking distance of the (gorgeous) beach."
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Hotel Giada
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort

3.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, (206)
"The website was completely misleading, but after accepting what they actually had to offer it is a nice resort and we had a great time. The website said the rooms would have sofas, they did not, and it said that there are 2 restaurants, there was 1 and it was buffet only. On multiple days housekeeping left us short on towels. That aside, the food was good, the rooms were clean and the air conditioner worked well to keep our room cool and dry, the pool was clean, the staff were wonderful...
The price is NZ$720
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort
Blue Iguana
Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Exterior

Blue Iguana

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (96)
"Great place when needed to stay close to the airport. Very responsive host overall great value for the price."
The price is NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Blue Iguana
Villas Verdes
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villas Verdes

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44)
"Great pool and outdoor spaces. Room was clean, small kitchen area, a/c worked well. Recycling on site was nice. Filtered water available. Short walk to beach and many restaurants. Very kind and helpful staff. "
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Villas Verdes
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1241)
"We stayed at this hotel between landing in Liberia Airport and traveling to Tamarindo nearby. It was a great, relaxing and cleanly place to stay during our trip. The restaurant on site was good and had friendly service. There’s not much in the surrounding area reachable on foot in terms of other food or groceries but for the one night that wasn’t a problem."
The price is NZ$292
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (587)
"Great stay close to the airport. The restaurant was good too."
The price is NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Jungle's Edge
Glamping Hut

Jungle's Edge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (99)
"Great staff, very clean"
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Jungle's Edge
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Cruz?

Located 23.2 mi (37.4 km) from the heart of Santa Cruz, Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive and Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

Las Catalinas Collection: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Cruz is located on the beach, and has a terrace, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

What's the best hotel for families in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Also, attractions in the area such as Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features 2 outdoor pools and free Wi-Fi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Cruz.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz?

Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Cruz?

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and buffet. Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive and Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive are a couple of other choices with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Santa Cruz.

What is the best spa hotel in Santa Cruz?

Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a highly recommended spa hotel with a pool. In-room massages are also available. See all spa hotels in Santa Cruz.

What's it like to stay in Santa Cruz?

Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer, including its parks. In Santa Cruz, there are 32 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?

A favourite place to visit is Parque Bernabela Ramos. You'll also find Junquillal Beach and Avellanas Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Santa Cruz?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are December and January, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 498 mm of rainfall.