Costa Rica
The pioneer of ecotourism, Costa Rica is a sanctuary of biodiversity. Pura Vida is more than a slogan; it’s a lifestyle found in the cloud forests of Monteverde and the wildlife-rich canals of Tortuguero. Safe, organized, and lush, it is the ideal destination for families and nature enthusiasts seeking reliable infrastructure alongside sloths, monk
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Costa Rica is the gold standard for Central American family and luxury travel. With over a quarter of its land protected as national parks or reserves, the density of wildlife is staggering. In places like Manuel Antonio or Corcovado, it is common to see monkeys, sloths, toucans, and iguanas all in a single morning hike.
The country is incredibly diverse geographically. You have the misty, magical cloud forests of Monteverde, the perfect cone of the Arenal Volcano with its surrounding hot springs, and the laid-back reggae vibes of the Caribbean coast. It is also the most developed country in Central America for tourism, meaning you will find excellent hotels, reliable shuttles, and English spoken widely.
This convenience comes with a higher price tag and larger crowds, but for families, first-timers, or those who want a stress-free immersion into nature, Costa Rica is unbeatable. It is safe, green, and fundamentally relaxing.
What people are saying
Recent guest reviews from stays in this area
What people are saying
Recent guest reviews from stays in this area
Arif
Last month
Very nice and large 2 bed apartment. The place was clean and spacious. Close to all the attractions but in a quiet neighborhood.
2 br·8·$278/n·421Manuel Antonio
Leah
Last month
Casa Fuente is a beautiful property! The home is beachfront with an easy path down to the beach, making it incredibly convenient to enjoy the ocean at…
5 br·12·$1484/n·75Tamarindo
Jacqueline
Last month
Beautiful stay here just 5 minute walk to the beach, restaurants bars. Pool was amazing. Highly recommended by my family. It’s just as described on th…
4 br·9·$488/n·38Tamarindo
Gene
Last month
Visited with my Wife and teenage Daughter. There was plenty of room for us to have privacy and our own space. We cooked a lovely breakfast and enjoyed…
2 br·4·$242/n·82Quepos
Chris
Last month
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
3 br·8·$228/n·305Manuel Antonio
Eshing
Last month
Incredible value, the cleanest airbnb we have stayed in. The cleaning services were amazing and having laundry was super useful. They were really comm…
3 br·8·$267/n·265Quepos
Diego
Last month
loved our stay. our kids absolutely loved the morning breakfast and the pool.
3 br·10·$675/n·51Manuel Antonio
Syanya
Last month
El alojamiento en general esto bien, la zona muy linda, se escuchaban los pajaritos cantar cuando salíamos. El airbnb estaba lumpo y equipado y el hos…
2 br·7·$226/n·229Manuel Antonio
Shane
Last month
The building was super cute. The apartment had lots of pots and pans, which was so helpful for us they had absolutely everything that you would need i…
2 br·4·$136/n·28Tamarindo
Haylee
Last month
AltaVista Villas absolutely exceeded our expectations! The concierges were great, especially Wilbur & Chris! They were helpful planning excursions, tr…
4 br·13·$624/n·69Manuel Antonio
Genevieve
Last month
Our stay at Villa Excelsa was so lovely! The Airbnb was beautiful and clean, cleaning service came daily which was so helpful. It’s in a beautiful loc…
5 br·11·$684/n·47Quepos
David
Last month
Excellent value, especially for a large group. Massive outdoor veranda, great for dining and relaxing. Location is in the heart of MA so lots of ameni…
3 br·10·$251/n·472Manuel Antonio
Ekta
Last month
Responsive, flexible, accurate to the posting
3 br·8·$332/n·425Manuel Antonio
Birute
Last month
Wonderfull appartment, wonderfull place. We had a problem while doing check-in (other people were checked-in in the appartment that we rented), but it…
2 br·4·$238/n·115Quepos
Alyssa
Last month
Best Airbnb ever!!! Amazing time.
3 br·7·$358/n·65Quepos
Shanon
Last month
The condo was in a great location, near shops and restaurants, but still very close to the national park and beach. We saw monkeys playing right out o…
2 br·6·$192/n·435Manuel Antonio
Stephane
Last month
Une maison parfaite et complète. Très agréable d’y séjourner. Magnifique avec les singes, 🦎 iguanes dans la cours. La piscine est vraiment agréabl…
2 br·7·$399/n·298Manuel Antonio
Mason
Last month
Had a beautiful couple of days at this property. Was absolutely lovely and saw a bunch of wildlife . Would stay again 100%
2 br·5·$199/n·356Manuel Antonio
Evey
Last month
Genuinely the coolest place I've ever stayed. Went with a few friends from college and had so much fun. The house is incredible and was located perfec…
4 br·8·$230/n·89Quepos
Kelsey
Last month
I booked Villa Roya for my bachelorette weekend and I couldn’t be happier with how it went. From the moment we booked about 2 months prior to the trip…
4 br·8·$856/n·36Tamarindo
Where people are staying
Recently booked stays at highly rated rentals
Where people are staying
Recently booked stays at highly rated rentals
4 nights booked in August
$340/n
·83Tamarindo
8 nights booked in November
$845/n
·21Tamarindo
2 nights booked in July
$246/n
·215Quepos
3 nights booked in October
$382/n
·97Manuel Antonio
2 nights booked in July
$74/n
·281Manuel Antonio
7 nights booked in August
$206/n
·198Quepos
1 night booked in June
$445/n
·10Tamarindo
3 nights booked in June
$238/n
·115Quepos
1 night booked in June
$399/n
·170Quepos
6 nights booked in September
$399/n
·298Manuel Antonio
5 nights booked in July
$229/n
·401Manuel Antonio
2 nights booked in June
$388/n
·6Manuel Antonio
2 nights booked in July
$556/n
·37Manuel Antonio
5 nights booked in July
$771/n
·30Playa Grande
3 nights booked in November
$222/n
·89Manuel Antonio
1 night booked in August
$1175/n
·23Tamarindo
1 night booked in July
$361/n
·47Tamarindo
2 nights booked in June
$351/n
·40Tamarindo
4 nights booked in August
$391/n
·263Quepos
4 nights booked in July
$358/n
·15Playa Langosta
8 destinations to explore
Manuel Antonio
253 rentals
4.9
Manuel Antonio is a coastal paradise where monkeys and sloths are your neighbors. The area features a scenic mountain ridge with stunning ocean-view dining and luxury stays, all leading down to the crystal-clear waters of Playa Espadilla.
Hacienda Pinilla
223 rentals
4.9
Hacienda Pinilla is a luxury beachfront community in Guanacaste with world-class surf, golf, trails, wildlife, and upscale amenities along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.
Tamarindo, Playa Langosta and Playa Grande
691 rentals
4.9
Tamarindo and surrounds
Tamarindo
392 rentals
4.9
Tamarindo town and immediate surrounds
Quepos Area
357 rentals
4.9
Experience all of Costa Rica in one place. The Quepos area offers a seamless blend of wild jungle adventures, world-class sportfishing, and pristine white-sand beaches.
Playa Langosta
156 rentals
4.9
Bordering the Tamarindo Estuary and protected mangroves, the area feels calm and residential while being just minutes from Tamarindo’s restaurants, nightlife, and surf. Ideal for travelers who want access to town but prefer a more relaxed beachfront setting
Las Golondrinas
38 rentals
4.8
Las Golondrinas is an exclusive beachfront community within Hacienda Pinilla
Papagayo Península
20 rentals
4.9
Peninsula Papagayo is an exclusive 1,400-acre sanctuary in Guanacaste, hosting luxury resorts and private estates amidst tropical dry forests, calm volcanic beaches, and world-class golf and marinas.