Visit Nicoya
Where to stay in Nicoya

El Carmen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura.

Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Recaredo Briceno Park and La Casa de la Cultura are some notable places to visit nearby.

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
The Resort and grounds were beautiful. The food was really good at all the restaurants. The staff was accommodating and nice. It’s a very chill and lowkey resort so if you’re looking for beautiful scenery and our relaxation, this is the place for you!
Reviewed on 6 January 2026

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Great hotel
Reviewed on 29 December 2025

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
Beautiful views from King room. Amazing staff - kind, friendly and helpful. Gorgeous restaurant for sunset drinks, breakfast & dinner. Different pools to relax with jungle & ocean views- loved it and will be back.
Reviewed on 24 December 2025

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
The resort is gorgeous. The rooms are clean , beds are very comfortable. Definitely Great to have the pool right outside the door. Odd set up for the 2 bdr villas.. when you enter through the gate you have a common outside small table and 4 chairs and on each side of that is a sliding door..to the ...
Reviewed on 6 April 2025

Residencias Samara
Stayed between Dec 17-23 in the studio apartment with my daughter. Great place! Close to everything. Very clean. Great pool/deck area. Customer service via WhatsApp and in person was easy. They booked our excursions and helped with local reccomendations. Has only 9 units so it’s quiet. Beach is a ...
Reviewed on 24 December 2025

Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff
We are so thankful for our wonderful stay at this property. It surpassed everything we were expecting. Ana and Freddy are the absolute best. Ana is a superior cook and was so helpful in planning all our activities. Freddy was a diligent hard worker up at the crack of dawn every day cleaning the pool ...
Reviewed on 4 October 2025
Popular places to visit

Nicoya Colonial Church
After visiting Nicoya Colonial Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
La Casa de la Cultura
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Nicoya. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Recaredo Briceno Park
Explore the great outdoors at Recaredo Briceno Park, a lovely green space in Nicoya. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.
- Nicoya Colonial Church
- La Casa de la Cultura
- Recaredo Briceno Park
- Iglesia de San Blas
- Samara Beach
- Carrillo Beach
- Junquillal Beach
- Avellanas Beach
- Nosara Beach
- Playa Pelada
- Guiones Beach
- Casino Diria
- San Juanillo Beach
- Playa Azul
- Palo Verde National Park
- Playa Negra
- Blanca Beach
- Garza Beach
- Buena Vista Beach
- Callejones Beach
- Monkey Park
- Safari Surf School
- Black Stallion Eco Park
- Frog Pad
- San Miguel Beach
- Playa Róbalo
- Parque Bernabela Ramos
- Nosara Spanish Institute
- Playa Coco
- Playa Bejuco
- Barra Honda National Park
- Playa Ostional

