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Costa Rica's North Pacific Coast including Guanacaste Province, the Gulf of Papagayo and the Nicoya peninsula is one of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica.

National parks, superb beaches, a great climate and some of the best luxury and boutique hotels in Costa Rica make the Pacific North the ideal destination for a nature and beach holiday in Costa Rica.

This region is also rich in Costa Rican folklore including the sabanero culture, traditional Costa Rican cowboys, and cattle-ranches.

Popular beach destinations range from lively Tamarindo to modern and luxurious resorts along the Gulf of Papagayo.

Santa Catalina Island and Playas del Coco and Playa Ocotal beaches offer some of the best diving in Costa Rica, whilst National Parks protect the tropical dry forest, making this an ideal destination for birders and nature lovers.

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Guide to Costa Rica's North Pacific Beaches

Borinquen Mountain Resort & Spa

The Borinquen offers a picturesque setting and spectacular mountain views. This exclusive resort has a Spa and thermal hot springs.

Adventure and Spa Experience

Thermal Springs

3 Nights from

£246_pp

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Bahia Del Sol

Beautiful boutique hotel located on Potrero Beach, on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast - fantastic outdoor pool and a Spa.

Great Beachfront Location

Potrero Beach

7 Nights from

£1044_pp

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Tango Mar

Luxury boutique hotel on private beachfront reserve on Quizales Beach - beautiful rooms in a lovely natural setting.

Little Charmer

Nicoya Peninsula

7 Nights from

£1107_pp

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Harmony Hotel

Low-key glamour and total escape near Nosara’s Playa Guiones - perfect for surfers and yoga lovers.

Boutique Eco-hotel

Surfer's Paradise!

7 Nights from

£1207_pp

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Cala Luna

Located on Langosta Beach - luxury boutique hotel with rooms and 2 & 3 bedroom private pool villas ideal for families.

Luxury Boutique Hotel

Tamarindo - Langosta Beach

7 Nights from

£1270_pp

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Tamarindo Diria

Beachfront resort on Tamarindo beach offering rooms with superb ocean views, wide selection of restaurants and fantastic outdoor pools.

Superb Beachfront Resort

Tamarindo Beach

7 Nights from

£1312_pp

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Hotel Punta Islita

Luxury boutique hotel on Islita Beach in a secluded natural setting, with Fine Dining, Spa and spectacular infinity pool.

Luxury Beachfront Resort

Nicoya Peninsula

7 Nights from

£1317_pp

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Casa Chameleon

Set above one of the best beaches in Costa Rica - the perfect romantic hideaway in Costa Rica - Honeymoon heaven.

10 Plunge Pool Villas

Costa Rica Honeymoon

7 Nights from

£1464_pp

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Villa Buena Onda

This exclusive adults-only boutique hotel is located 15 minutes' walk from Coco Beach. It offers stylish rooms, gourmet cooking and a Spa.

Adults-only Beach Hotel

Playas del Coco

7 Nights from

£1506_pp

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El Mangroove Hotel

El Mangroove Hotel is set in a secluded location, within walking distance from the beach. It offers an outdoor pool and stylish suites.

Luxury Boutique Hotel

The Gulf of Papagayo

7 Nights from

£1664_pp

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Capitan Suizo

Located on beautiful Langosta Beach, highly recommended boutique hotel - easy walk to Tamarindo.

Beachfront Boutique Hotel

Tamarindo - Langosta Beach

7 Nights from

£1815_pp

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Costa Rica Beach & Beyond

Discover Costa Rica's stunning North Pacific Coast. Boutique and Luxury Hotels with nature & adventure on your doorstep.

Beach & Nature Combined

Northern Pacific Beaches

7 Nights from

£1995_pp

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Classic Costa Rica

Discover Costa Rica's most iconic places on a 13 day trip including Poas Volcano, Tourtuguero, Monteverde and the Pacific Coast.

The Best of Costa Rica

Costa Rica in under 2 weeks

13 Nights from

£2895_pp

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Eco-Friendly Costa Rica

Explore the Central Valley, the North Pacific Coast and the Osa Peninsula staying in some of the best eco-lodges in Costa Rica.

Luxury Eco-lodges

Best of Costa Rica Nature

10 Nights from

£3195_pp

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Costa Rica Luxury Honeymoon

Costa Rica is perfect for honeymooners; romantic sunsets, idyllic beaches and fantastic landscapes combined with pristine nature and amazing wildlife.

Luxury Eco-Lodges

Unforgettable Costa Rica

11 Nights from

£3395_pp

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Costa Rica & Nicaragua

Discover Costa Rica and Nicaragua's on a privately guided tour - lush rainforests, volcanoes, wild beaches and charming colonial cities.

Ideal Central American Journey

Rainforest, Volcanoes, Beach

12 Nights from

£3985_pp

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Costa Rica & Colombia

Costa Rica and Colombia's most iconic attractions in under 3 weeks. Private tailor-made journey staying in charming boutique hotels and unique lodges.

Highlights of Costa Rica & Colombia

Culture, Nature & Beach

19 Nights from

£4490_pp

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Corobici River

Take a two-hour boat ride on one the most tranquil rivers of the region (class I and II), admiring some incredible birds like Great Egrets, Tricolored Herons and Boobies. The tropical flora along the river completes this unique and unforgettable tour.

Rincon De La Vieja National Park

Rincon De La Vieja National Park was created to protect the flora and fauna surrounding the volcano. Enjoy a day tour and relax in the thermal waters, sulfur ponds and bubbling mud, and admire examples of the Costa Rican national flower.

Nicaragua Day Trip

Enjoy the cultural and natural charms of Nicaragua in a one-day excursion visiting Granada and Lake Nicaragua. Visit the most important and historical locations in Granada, including a delicious lunch in a charming local restaurant.

You will be picked up early at your hotel, driving to the border, where you can stretch your legs and take a look around the Nicaragua-Costa Rica border, whilst border formalities are taken care of.

The adventure continues with amazing views of Nicaragua Lake and its islands, before arriving at Granada city in the late morning.

La Gran Sultana - as it is also known, is a Colonial city, founded by Spanish conquerors in 1524 and is considered as the oldest settlement European settlement in America.

Visit the most important and historical locations here, before lunch in a charming local restaurant.

Masaya market is the next stop, where there are wood crafts, gifts, beautiful hand made hammocks, leather shoes, and a lot more! In the mid afternoon drive back to cross the border and return to your hotel.

Papagayo Gulf & Northern Guanacaste

The Papagayo Gulf and the north of the province of Guanacaste are located within easy driving distance of Liberia Airport, making these amongst the most accessible of Costa Rica's beach resort areas.

The Gulf of Papagayo is home to many of the best luxury resorts in Costa Rica, with beaches lapped by warm, clear and calm waters.

Coco, Hermosa, Ocotal and Panamá beaches as well as Culebra Bay are popular spots and the area has seen something of a boom in recent years.

Villa Buena Onda is a great option on Coco Beach for an adults-only boutique hotel, whilst El Mangroove on Panama Beach is one of our favourite luxury boutique hotels in Costa Rica.

Many of Costa Rica's All Inclusive resorts are found here, but there are also several of Costa Rica's best boutique hotels.

The Gulf of Papagayo is ideal for those looking to combine a luxury Costa Rican beach resort with some nature or adventure activities.

With dry tropical forest, volcanic landscapes and several national parks close by, there is no shortage of attractions beyond the beaches of the Gulf.

Southern Guanacaste & The Nicoya Peninsula

South of the Gulf of Papagayo, The Nicoya Peninsula offers dramatic scenery and charming small villages and is home to many of the best beach resorts in Costa Rica's north Pacific Coast.

From Potrero beach up north to Pinilla beach further south, this area is home to some of the most beautiful and unspoilt beaches in Costa Rica.

Portrero Beach is home to the lovely boutique Bahia Del Sol Beachfront Hotel.

The lively town of Tamarindo offers some exciting nightlife and a wide variety of restaurants.

This is Costa Rica's Pacific Coast at it's most developed and will suit those looking for nightlife, shopping and dining.

There are a handful of lovely boutique hotels in Tamarindo including Capitan Suizo on Langosta Beach and the luxurious Cala Luna.

Surfing, fishing and snorkelling are also popular along the Nicoya Peninsula.

Nosara and Samara

Wild and beautiful Nosara beach is ideal for surfing and is also well-known amongst yoga-lovers - an ideal location for a yoga retreat.

Samara is a much quieter beach, with calm waters ideal for kayaking. The town offers a wide selection of hotels, restaurants and entertainment.

Punta Islita

Further south down the Nicoya Peninsula, Punta Islita offers spectacular sunsets and beautiful beaches and is a good choice for those looking for a serene ambience.

Punta Islita Beach itself is a kilometre long stretch of beach on a private cove which connects with the longer Playa Corozalito, backed by mangroves and a popular turtle nesting site.

The quaint village is home to a lovely white-washed church and there are plenty of activities on offer around here including hiking trails in the forest.

The area features excellent surfing conditions.

Malpais, Santa Teresa, Montezuma and Tambor beaches are also popular in the south of the Nicoya Peninsula.