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Top hotels and accommodation in Santa Cruz

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1097)
"Was an amazing experience "
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1423)
"The resort and / is priceless, so peaceful, beach fantastic. albeit, it looks like it is getting tired (eg, chrome rubbed off of faucets, toilets lacking water pressure). My issue was the amount of time consumed checking in - over an hour (for something we had previously checked in on-line). My suggestion, while not the property of the resort, the beach front accumulates a lot of trash from the tides. As a sign of goodwill, the resort should clean, rake the beach daily."
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (927)
"Service was awesome. Need a bit of entertaiment."
The price is NZ$753
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Our experience at Margaritaville resort was amazing! All thanks to the staff during our breakfast dining at BANANA WIND CAFE every morning. They were all friendly, kind and so respectful. Love their service and we are very grateful. "
The price is NZ$433
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (426)
"Beautiful infrastructure and caring staff "
The price is NZ$776
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (736)
"The staff specifically the restaura n t staff"
The price is NZ$569
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (218)
"The Resort/room, views and staff were amazing. The area is experiencing a lot of construction, which was somewhat distracting."
The price is NZ$1,290
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (893)
"Great property, beautiful room, couples massage was outstanding. Would go back in a heartbeat. "
The price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (423)
"Perfect for late flight before you venture out into the countryside. "
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (401)
"It’s such a magical place. The entire condo is simply beautiful and clean. The architecture is amazing. The tall roof and beautiful windows. I love it and I’ll definitely come back."
The price is NZ$698
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (449)
"Clean place to sleep"
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Palms At Coco Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1185)
"Standard American hotel. Next to airport. Comfortable and has everything you need. Only stayed due to layover."
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"Very nice place. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would recommend to anyone."
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Las Catalinas Collection
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84)
"Awesome location, visited for the Xterra Triathlon, hoping to return next year."
The price is NZ$478
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Las Catalinas Collection
Hotel Colono Beach
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"We enjoyed our stay at Hotel Colono. The rooms are well appointed with queen bed, AC, WiFi, in-room safe, TV and fridge. Complimentary breakfast was good. The shower has good pressure and beds are comfy. Definitely recommend!"
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hotel Colono Beach
Hotel & Villas Huetares
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310)
"We always enjoy our stay!"
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel & Villas Huetares
Hotel Villa Del Sol
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (210)
"The staff was absolutely wonderful thank you for all your kindness "
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Seis Playas Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (414)
"Having all the suites on one level was nice. Breakfast was excellent. The grounds and pool could be cleaner. "
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Seis Playas Hotel
Toro Blanco Resort
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (70)
"Loved everything. Location great, cleanliness amazing, beautiful pool, 24-hour coffee which was great. Good breakfast, laundry facilities if needed. Definitely will stay again and highly recommend it."
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Toro Blanco Resort
Dunama Hotel & Casino
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (555)
"Very nice hotel, gorgeous location, easy access to many locations nearby. The staff was amazing and very helpful and kind."
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Dunama Hotel & Casino
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Frequently asked questions

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

Located 21.5 mi (34.6 km) from the heart of Santa Cruz, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive 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 Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport. 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. Kitchen amenities include a coffee maker to make your meal-planning easier. 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?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive: Property located near Ocotal Beach. Features 4 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport 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. A top sight in the area is Tamarindo Beach. In Santa Cruz, there are 41 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. Additionally, you'll find Tamarindo 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.