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Puntarenas, Manuel Antonio and Mid- and South-Pacific areas are most conveniently
served by San José's Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO).
*Please see Costa Rica/Guanacaste for additional Costa Rica hotels located in Costa Rica’s alluring Pacific Northwest region. Select Costa Rica Regions for tips on planning your multi-region Costa Rica vacation package *
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Rica is Central America's special jewel. A Costa Rica vacation promises a unique vacation experience for all ages, and the country's natural attractions, wildlife and reputation for enlightened conservation draw tourists from all over the world. Successive governments have made a real effort to preserve the country's image as an eco-tourism haven, making Costa Rica one of the best places to experience the tropics naturally and with minimal impact. Visitors to Costa Rica have an opportunity to experience several diverse and popular tourist areas, each unique in both landscape and available activities. For those who want to see it all, the country is surprisingly accessible — you can drive from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific coast in just three hours! The country's biodiversity is certainly a huge attraction. Add to this the incredible warmth and sincere hospitality of the local people and the exceptional variety of accommodations, in both the coastal and interior regions of the country, and you have a recipe for a memorable vacation for couples, singles and families!
San José, the capital of Costa Rica, is nestled in the fertile Central Valley and surrounded on all sides by large, forested mountain ranges, some of which include active volcanoes, perennially green savannahs and working coffee plantations. San José is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city that is home to shopping malls and several museums, such as the Gold Museum and the Jade Museum. A perfect home-base for experiencing the wonders of Costa Rica's interior, visitors can enjoy whitewater rafting, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and easy day trips to the bustling town of La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano National Park and the Monteverde Cloudforest Reserve. There are also day tours to coffee plantations and a butterfly farm. Nightlife in San José is an energetic mix of fun bars and clubs, great restaurants, exciting casinos, discos and theatres.
Puntarenas and the Mid-Pacific region of Costa Rica are home to an extraordinary coastline as well as several protected wilderness areas. The most popular attraction here is Manuel Antonio National Park with its beautiful beaches and popular hotel areas, many of which are less than two hours from San José, allowing for easy access. After spending the day admiring nature, visit Jaco Beach to enjoy its legendary party atmosphere. Surrounded by lush, tropical rainforest and inviting soft-sand beaches, visitors enjoy mangrove and ocean kayaking, horseback riding, world-class sport-fishing, whitewater rafting and excursions to the nearby butterfly and aquatic tropical gardens.
The southern-most peninsula in Costa Rica, the Osa Peninsula, is a secluded nature wonderland, providing a home to many of the country's rare and endangered species including the Puma, Jaguar, Harpy Eagle and Scarlet Macaw. With a hot, tropical climate throughout the year, the South Puntarenas region boasts one of the most lush and dense tracts of forest in the country and the single largest expanse of low-land tropical rainforest in Central America, as well as one of the tallest rainforests in the world. The Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula is a nature lover's heaven because of its isolation and remoteness from the rest of Costa Rica. An eco-tourism hotspot with pristine rainforests, outstanding ecologdes and rugged natural beauty, visitors will enjoy Osa Peninsula as one of the most bio-diverse regions on the planet.
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Important Note: HOLY WEEK is an important religious holiday in Costa Rica. During late March to early April, certain activities operated by local independent tour companies may not be available. In addition, alcoholic beverages may not be available at your resort or at establishments outside the resort.
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Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Costa Rica  | | |  |  | Vacation Like a Starâ„¢ at the new Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Costa Rica opening June 2018. Get close to authentic Hollywood memorabilia and enjoy themed experiences for all ages in this natural and breathtaking beachfront setting on the famed Pacific coast of Papagayo, Costa Rica. |
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Los Lagos Hotel, Spa & Resort  | | |  |  | Arenal - Family-friendly hotel with tons of local character features main pool with swim-up bar and water slides, smaller pool for kids with volcano fountain, spa, restaurant and great volcano views. Located 3.5 hrs. from LIR in Liberia, Guanacaste; and 3 hrs. from SJO Int'l Airport in San Jose.. |
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Tamarindo Diria Beach & Golf Resort  | | |  |  | Guanacaste - The value-packed beachfront Tamarindo Diria offers an enviable location in the heart of the eclectic village of Tamarindo, world-renowned surfing capital and ideal for exploring nearby eco-sites. Daily breakfast buffet included. Located 50 mins. from LIR Int'l Airport; 4 hrs. from SJO Int'l Airport. |
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Fiesta Resort All Inclusive  | | |  |  | Puntarenas - Located in the Central Pacific region along the Gulf of Nicoya, this comfortable all-inclusive family-friendly resort is nestled on a beautiful and unusual volcanic black-sand beach and is surrounded by exotic forest and foliage. Located 90 mins. from SJO in San Jose; 2 hrs. from LIR in Liberia, Guanacaste. |
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Riu Guanacaste Hotel  | | |  |  | The all-inclusive Riu Guanacaste Hotel is situated on a picturesque Matapalo Beach on the north Pacific coast and features a world-class spa, an on-site casino, a variety of dining options, a children's club and a host of leisure activity and eco-excursion opportunities. Closest airport: LIR Int'l - 20 miles. |
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Riu Palace Costa Rica  | | |  |  | Guanacaste- The luxurious, all-inclusive Riu Palace Costa Rica Hotel is situated on a picturesque Matapalo Beach on the north Pacific coast and features a world-class spa, an on-site casino, a variety of dining options, a children's club and a host of leisure activities and Eco-excursion opportunities. Closest airport: LIR Int'l - 20 miles. |
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Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort  | | |  |  | Arenal - Award-winning resort features a world-class Spa with natural hot springs and mineral rivers, two pools, fitness center and Yoga studio and open-air dining options within a rainforest landscape. Located 3.5 hrs. from LIR Int'l Airport in Liberia, Guanacaste; and 3 hrs. from SJO Int'l Airport in San Jose. |
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The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal  | | |  |  | Guanacaste - The exclusive all-inclusive beachfront Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal offers luxury suite accommodations, a beautiful freeform pool area, 24 hour room service, a luxury spa and a world of leisure activity and eco-excursion opportunities. Closest airport: LIR Int'l - 36 miles. |
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Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica  | | |  |  | Guanacaste - Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica is exclusively situated on the quiet Northern coast of Guanacaste, in the up-and-coming El Jobo Beach. Enjoy spacious suites with breathtaking views, international gourmet dining, swim-up bars and lounges, countless daytime activities, exciting nightlife & more! |
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Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica  | | |  |  | Guanacaste - Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica is an adults-only, beachfront hotel located on the exclusive Gulf of Papagayo in the Guanacaste region of northwestern Costa Rica. Surrounded by National Parks, beautiful beaches and vibrant local life, guests can enjoy everything Costa Rica has to offer! |
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Arenal Nayara Hotel, Spa & Gardens  | | |  |  | Arenal - Arenal Nayara Hotel and Gardens is located close to Arenal Volcano and features a spa quality pool with 3 Jacuzzis and a swim-up bar, a full service spa and an excellent restaurant. Spacious casita accommodations offer privacy, outdoor showers and volcano view. Located 3 hrs. from SJO Int'l Airport in San Jose; 4 hrs. from LIR Int'l Airport in Liberia, Guanacaste. |
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