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Top hotels and accommodation in Santa Cruz

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1100)
"great price, great food, everything opens late 9-10am, everyone was very friendly and felt safe "
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1425)
"Very clean. Great food. "
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (932)
"Service was awesome. Need a bit of entertaiment."
The price is NZ$639
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The resort was really lovely. Rooms were well maintained and clean. Staff were so friendly and kind. We would go back again "
The price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (427)
"It was a smooth stay. "
The price is NZ$914
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (737)
"The staff specifically the restaura n t staff"
The price is NZ$538
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443)
"Housekeeping was good except that they constantly forgot to leave face towels, coffee, there was no shampoo or conditioner, just little things. hallways were dirty. breakfast was excellent and Indira was a great employee "
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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$709
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1186)
"Suited our needs and close to the airport."
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (899)
"Beautiful grounds, sunsets are amazing, staff treats guests with kindness and respect. Beautiful setting. "
The price is NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (452)
"It was a good bang-for-the-buck-stay. The rooms were small, felt a bit unkept, and bathroom had a odd odour. However, the restaurant and pool area where guests have free breakfast were all nice and comfortable. The area of Coco is touristy and definitely there is many better places to stay in Costa Rica such as La Fortuna, Monte Verde or Papayago - but if you need to stay in Coco than the Palms is very local to the most populated spots. "
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Palms At Coco Beach
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (221)
"Staff are amazing and very helpful. Food was excellent"
The price is NZ$1,310
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (264)
"Amazing! Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 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$513
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Las Catalinas Collection
Hotel Colono Beach
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (332)
"Great staff. Very accommodating. Wifi was an issue for a few days but staff went the extra to help with wifi sharing. Pool was lovely. Perhaps a few more options for breakfast but overall still very good. "
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Colono Beach
Hotel & Villas Huetares
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (312)
"We stayed with 2 littles under 5 and had a good time. The pool area is great and the staff were absolutely wonderful. There is laundry service on site and a restaurant. The food was good and our experience, short was fantastic. The room was fully equipped with even a ricr cooker. The property is well kept, and clean! The rooms are a bit dated but well worth the stay! Definitely recommend if just for the pool and wonderful welcoming staff! "
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel & Villas Huetares
Hotel Villa Del Sol
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212)
"Beautiful grounds with varied vegetation. Good pool and shower arrangement. Helpful, friendly Staff."
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Toro Blanco Resort
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71)
"Enjoyed my time!"
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Toro Blanco Resort
Seis Playas Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (416)
"Having all the suites on one level was nice. Breakfast was excellent. The grounds and pool could be cleaner. "
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Seis Playas Hotel
Dunama Hotel & Casino
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (556)
"The staff was helpful and friendly. We had poolside room which we enjoyed. There is a private beach that you can take a steep walk down to. The restaurant and bar have a wonderful ocean view. Overall great experience!"
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 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 Guanacaste - 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 Palace Costa Rica - 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 Guanacaste - All Inclusive: Property located near Ocotal Beach. Features 3 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - 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 40 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.