4/5 - Good
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You have to see the crocodiles. We were satisfied with watching them from the bridge.
Tárcoles
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Where to stay in Tárcoles
Sotavento II
Sotavento II might not have many top sights, but Mantas Beach and Playa Blanca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hotel Punta Leona
Punta Leona Garabito, Tárcoles, Puntarenas
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The price is SAR 463 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
SAR 463
SAR 523 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (915 reviews)
"Excellent property!!!!! Really clean and easy access to both beaches. The Sushi Restaurant Amazing !!! The Hotel is quiet, the room was spotless, big and we really enjoyed it."
Reviewed on 14 June 2025
Hotel Villa Caletas
Central Pacific 5 miles before Jaco, Tárcoles, Puntarenas
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (679 reviews)
"The quality of the service has dramatically decrease. The staff at the receptions are not locals and their knowledge of the hospitality world is null, this was the worst check in and check out process. Not long ago, this was one of the best boutique hotels in Puntarenas. The place is beautiful, the ..."
Reviewed on 4 May 2025
Akua Ocean View Suites
Carr. Pacífica Fernández Oreamuno, Tárcoles, Provincia de Puntarenas
The price is SAR 687 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
SAR 687
SAR 777 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Playa Bochinche are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Akua Ocean View Suites. The room was very clean and felt very luxurious. We had our very own plunge pool which always felt peaceful and was wonderful to relax in after a long day. The kitchenette was perfect and had everything we needed."
Reviewed on 22 June 2025
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
Calle La Barca, Tárcoles, Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Tres bel hotel. Très propre avec toutes les commoditées. Ne donne pas une note de 5 étoiles a cause du quartier dans lequel se situe l’hôtel qui n’est pas trop rassurant."
Reviewed on 17 June 2025
Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH
Garabito
Book a stay at this beach condo in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Marina Los Sueños and Playa Blanca ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)
Costa Rican Dream!
"Our stay in Costa Rica was unimaginably fun! Our host was extremely communicative and helpful - we received great instructions on how to get to the property, what to do during our stay, and most importantly: how to stay safe. They showed an amazing duty of care by answering our *many* questions in ..."
Reviewed on 14 June 2025
Luxury Modern House Ocean View Infinity Pool 5-min walk to #1 White Sand Beach
Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this vacation home in Tárcoles. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Marina Los Sueños and Playa Blanca are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Punta Leona Dreaming
"Our stay was good. Communication with the punta leona staff was difficult and borderline rude. Once we found the restaurant and stores at the round about it was great. The home is clean and new. Olga was great. Super responsive."
Reviewed on 11 April 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Carara National Park
4.5/5(86 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Carara National Park, a lovely green space in Tárcoles. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Hacienda las Agujas
4/5(4 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda las Agujas during your stay in Tárcoles. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.
Playa Tárcoles
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Tárcoles during your trip to Camaronal? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Playa Limoncito
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Limoncito during your trip to Tárcoles? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Bijagual Waterfall
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bijagual Waterfall during your travels in Tárcoles. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Reviews of Tárcoles
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Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Moreofacamper
Beautiful beach without being charged. Lots of places to eat
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Expansive and beautiful
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Be prepared for tropical beach weather
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Great location to base out of for day trips for Manuel Antonio over to Tortugas and every where in between... with mountains right down to the beach in areas, the views from the hills are spectacular... also the Bijagual Waterfall is right there...
5/5 - Excellent
María
Beautiful place near San jose for leisure
- Mantas Beach
- Carara National Park
- Playa Blanca
- Playa Agujas
- Hacienda las Agujas
- Playa Tárcoles
- Playa Limoncito
- Bijagual Waterfall
- Jacó Beach
- Marina Los Sueños
- Herradura Beach
- Rainforest Adventures Jaco
- Hermosa Beach
- Esterillos Beach
- Puntarenas Beach
- Bejuco Beach
- Puntarenas Pier
- Caldera Port
- Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park
- Auto Mercado Herradura
- Church of Puriscal
- Neo Fauna
- Jacó Walk Shopping Center
- El Miro
- Playa Langosta
- Puntarenas Marine Park
- Isla Tortuga Beach
- Playa Boca de Barranca
- Playa Esterillos Este
- Organos Beach
- Teatro Jacó
- Playa Pochote