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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, (56)
"My 3rd stay here. It is always pleasant "
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz
Hotel La Arena
Seasonal outdoor pool

Hotel La Arena

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (99)
"Good value. Property is older, but clean and well maintained. Convenient to the airport. "
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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, (46)
"A nice quiet and comfortable little hotel. Nice friendly staff. The room was comfortable, clean and nice beds. "
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 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, (245)
"Très chouette hôtel, ménage quotidien, pataugeoire pour les enfants, piscine pour les adultes, restaurant très bon, service de lave linge, personnel accueillant. Hyper bien placé à côté de la magnifique plage de playa Carrillo "
The price is NZ$328
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa
Villas Welcome to Heaven
Beach nearby

Villas Welcome to Heaven

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"Excellent place! We were absolutely delighted to find this safe, well-appointed, beautifully-decorated room after a long days’ drive. Self check-in, after hours, was easy, and we found the lovely grounds and pool to be an oasis. We made our own simple dinner and had everything we needed to prepare it. Absolutely loved our stay here, and wish it were longer! We’ll be back! 💖"
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Villas Welcome to Heaven
Cabinas el Colibri
Lunch and dinner served

Cabinas el Colibri

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (76)
"Clean and adequate lodging . Staff were lovely and helpful the room and grounds were clean. The restaurant was busy. Dinner was very good but don’t complain about pricing. Everything seems expensive. They have adapted to the usd pricing so Canadians look out "
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Cabinas el Colibri
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows
On the beach

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"Nammbu is a very cool hotel next to an awesome beach. We had a great experience there and will definitely be back soon."
The price is NZ$542
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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, (178)
"This place was amazing from the second we arrived. Staff person checking us in was polite, accommodating and made you feel like you were best friends. Because it’s a smaller hotel, we got to know all of the staff and they couldn’t have been nicer people! On site parking was easy. Location was quiet except for some road noise. Walking to Playa Samara beach was convenient and took less than 10 minutes down a dirt road. Room was large with a separate foyer area that had a sink and mini fridge. Pool...
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
The Hideaway Hotel
Penthouse | Outdoor pool

The Hideaway Hotel

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (246)
"This is a very small hotel on beautiful grounds with the ocean a couple minutes walk away. The staff is incredible and everyone knows you after a few days! Peaceful and relaxing. A car would have been helpful to get around. Food was very good and inexpensive. Absolutely delightful!"
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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, (208)
"We love Sol Samara! Cannot wait to return with all our girlfriends. Staff was so friendly and welcoming. Food was great and the small pool was perfect for a private morning dip. We love kitties and they had purrfect friends around the property. "
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Hotel Sol Samara
SamaraChilloutLodge
Outdoor pool

SamaraChilloutLodge

3.0 star property
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
SamaraChilloutLodge
Pension Playa Samara
Outdoor pool

Pension Playa Samara

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (135)
"It was a quaint place. Nice pool. Great breakfast, the airconditioning works PLUS there were hot showers"
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Pension Playa Samara
Hotel Giada
Outdoor pool

Hotel Giada

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (274)
"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$176
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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, (209)
"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$669
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 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, (97)
"Friendly staff. "
The price is NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Blue Iguana
Villas Verdes
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villas Verdes

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (47)
"So cozy and beautiful 😍 Super attentive staff. I'll be back!"
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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, (1270)
"remote location away from restaurants. restaurant in hotel service was not very good. food was just ok but limited meny seletion. "
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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, (662)
"Nice new modern hotel,great amenities. Had to get early flight and grabbed to go breakfast which was disappointing. No coffee to go. Prices in restaurant and bar are cra,y high. Odd note about being prohibited from bringing in food from outsite. Overall good stay before flying out "
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Jungle's Edge
Glamping Hut

Jungle's Edge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (100)
"Great staff, very clean"
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Jungle's Edge
Sunset Shack Hotel
View from room

Sunset Shack Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"Although on the main street, it is tucked away with a lot of space and very comfortable. A five minute walk to the beach. One can explore the area completely on foot. I especially appreciated that Tica massage was 30 seconds from my front door! I loved that there were two doors in the room, which allowed a crossbreeze, lots of light and a sweet little patio to sit and read."
The price is NZ$470
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Sunset Shack Hotel
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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. 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 34 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.