Barranca

Travel Guide

A beach with a long stretch of sand, a calm sea, and a line of palm trees in the background.
A beach with a white police vehicle parked on the right, palm trees, and a distant ship on the water.
A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear sky, and a line of palm trees along the shore.

Where to stay in Barranca

Find the best Barranca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

San Miguelito

While there might not be top attractions in San Miguelito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puntarenas Beach and Playa Chacarita.

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
The price is P12,708 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
P12,708
P14,360 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Puntarenas ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,172 reviews)
"The property and amenities are very good. But try to call for info is impossible. Check in and check out takes more than 30min."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is P8,153 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
P8,153
P10,155 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Punta Leona
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

5 out of 5
3 Km South and 600 mts East Carara National Park Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is P11,802 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
P11,802
P15,464 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! It was during the week so very quiet but regardless it was very peaceful. The food was also really good."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nomad Living CR

Nomad Living CR

3.5 out of 5
Calle La Barca Tárcoles Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this aparthotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (60 reviews)
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Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

Nomad Living CR
Macaw Paradise

Macaw Paradise

3 out of 5
tarcoles playa la pita Tarcoles Provincia de Puntarenas
Book a stay at this beach villa in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa Bochinche and Hacienda las Agujas are ...
Macaw Paradise
Tarcoles Birding Lodge

Tarcoles Birding Lodge

3 out of 5
Tárcoles Lodge Lagunillas Puntarenas Province
Stay at this chalet in Lagunillas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Crocodile Bridge and Jardín Pura Vida are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"This place is a gem! The view up in the mountains, overlooking the sea. A birder’s paradise. The value is incredible. My kids wept when we left. Loved our stay. Thank you"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Tarcoles Birding Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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