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Where to stay

Where to Stay

Choose your base by the experiences you want, then look at hotels. Booking and payment happen on Agoda.

Updated: October 30, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Forested coastline of the Papagayo Peninsula
Forested coastline of the Papagayo Peninsula · Photo: WildPhotography.com
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Choose the base first

If you want…Stay inWhy
Sailing and sunsetsTamarindo or Playas del CocoMost catamaran departures
A short trip from SJOJacóAbout 1.5–2 h by road
National park + beachQuepos/Manuel AntonioPark and boat tours close by
Whales and waterfallsUvitaMarino Ballena and Caño Island trips
Hot springs and bridgesLa FortunaMost tours offer pickup
Cloud forestMonteverdeReserves a short drive away
Caribbean village lifePuerto ViejoWalk or cycle to beaches

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Budget travellers can also see HostelCostaRica for hostels and low-cost stays.