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Top 10 trending Santa Cruz hotels

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (981)
"Excellent place to stay. "
The price is P6,922
P7,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great place to stay with family "
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

Suitree Experience Hotel

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"amazing hotel, you have to stay!"
The price is P13,898
P15,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Suitree Experience Hotel

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (62)
"My 3rd stay here. It is always pleasant "
Hotel Diria Santa Cruz

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1335)
"Close to airport and food options"
The price is P7,106
P8,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hotel Luna Azul

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"Nice spot, great service and excellent food. "
The price is P4,921
P5,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hotel Luna Azul

RipJack Inn

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (396)
"Stones throw away from the best beach for bodysurfing. Great food at the restaurant as well."
The price is P6,910
P7,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
RipJack Inn

Cabinas el Colibri

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (81)
"Nice location behind good restaurants near to beautiful beach "
The price is P4,071
P4,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Cabinas el Colibri

Hotel Cantarana

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (138)
"The best! "
Hotel Cantarana

Hotel Villa Del Sol

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (269)
"The grounds are beautiful, the staff is friendly, it is safe, and within walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants. I am so grateful we stayed here, it was the perfect boutique hotel. "
Hotel Villa Del Sol

Hotel Sol Samara

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (218)
"Best place to stay in Samara. Amazing staff and great breakfast (included) a real plus. "
The price is P4,791
P5,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel El Manglar

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (295)
"We loved this sweet little hotel. Simple, clean, comfortable, amazing beach access. Lovely staff, great location. We could have stayed longer!"
Hotel El Manglar

Vista Condor Lodge

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (17)
"Love the view"
The price is P5,212
P5,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Vista Condor Lodge

Hotel Villa del Sueño

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"The staff was so helpful The hotel was clean and convenient. Breakfast was really good and plenty The pool was nice too There are plenty of options to eat and lots of beaches around the area"
The price is P5,579
P6,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Hotel Villa del Sueño

Tortuga Verde Glamping

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"beautiful place! staff are friendly! will definitely come back when i visit costa rica again "
Tortuga Verde Glamping

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (464)
"Friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive staff."
The price is P15,005
P16,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (264)
"Beautiful property and very nice rooms. Staff were wonderful. "
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (301)
"Great stay, great food and great weather! "
The price is P24,371
P29,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal

The Palms At Coco Beach

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (569)
"This is my second time to stay at this hotel. It is a great location. The staff is friendly, the food is good and the swimming pool is amazing."
The Palms At Coco Beach

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (822)
"This boutique hotel is so nice. Our Opium room was so beautiful and spacious. Just steps away from the beach. The staff is incredibly friendly. Highly recommand this hotel."
The price is P12,662
P14,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
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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 traveler data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Cruz.

What's the top vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

Las Catalinas Doorway: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a terrace, a garden, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include kitchenware 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 refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Cruz.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Cruz?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Santa Cruz, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Attractions in the area like Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Cruz.

What is the favorite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Diria Santa Cruz is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Cruz.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Santa Cruz?

Playa Junquillal Eco Resort is a top hotel for people traveling 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 accommodations with pools in Santa Cruz?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive: Features 4 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free water-park access. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo are a couple of other choices that feature an onsite 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 is the best accommodation for staying close to Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR)?

Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport. Other good options near the airport include Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport and Hotel Rincon del Llano.

How is it to stay in Santa Cruz?

Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer including its parks. In Santa Cruz, there are 37 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Santa Cruz.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Cruz?

A favorite place to visit is Parque Bernabela Ramos. You'll also find Casino Diria and Junquillal Beach in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Santa Cruz guide.

What's the weather like in Santa Cruz?

The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 78°F. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of rainfall.