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Guanacaste
Guanacaste Travel Guide 2026: Top places, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | July, 2026
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Things to do in Guanacaste
What to do
Looking for things to do in Guanacaste? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Arenal Volcano
5.9
5.0
/5
1 Reviews
Mountain climbing
Ponderosa Adventure Park
4.0
5.0
/5
1 Reviews
Zoos & aquariums
Diamante Eco Adventure Park
3.6
5.0
/5
1 Reviews
La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike
3.5
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Natural scenery
Selvatura Adventure Park
3.5
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Native's Way Costa Rica - Tours and Transfers
3.4
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Treetopia Park
3.3
5.0
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1 Reviews
Flight experiences
Rincon de La Vieja National Park
3.3
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Mountain climbing
Parque Mario Cañas Ruiz
3.3
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100% Aventura
3.3
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Guanacaste dishes and foodie spots.
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Java 654 Coffee Shop
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Quick bites
Avg. CAD7/person
Pizzeria La Caveja
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Vegetarian
Avg. CAD13/person
Restaurante El Bramadero
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. CAD21/person
Marisquería Guayo
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Seafood
Avg. CAD13/person
The Lobster House
5.0
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. CAD40/person
dëli Café
4.5
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. CAD6/person
Ponciana
4.2
/5
5 Reviews
Western cuisine
The Lookout Restaurant
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Seafood
Avg. CAD44/person
Surf Box
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Western cuisine
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Makoko
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Seafood
Avg. CAD30/person
Coconutz Brewhouse
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Western cuisine
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Father Rooster's
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Western cuisine
Sea view
Avg. CAD23/person
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Popular Scenic Hotels Near Guanacaste
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The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
104 Reviews
Hotel Villa Caletas
9.0
/5
67 Reviews
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
9.0
/5
117 Reviews
Los Altos Resort
9.4
/5
74 Reviews
Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection
9.6
/5
63 Reviews
Vista Celestial
9.7
/5
44 Reviews
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
/5
111 Reviews
Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
9.3
/5
104 Reviews
Nayara Springs - Adults Only
9.9
/5
101 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
104 Reviews
Nayara Gardens
9.7
/5
91 Reviews
Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience
8.9
/5
118 Reviews
Hotel Arenal Springs Resort & Spa
9.2
/5
40 Reviews
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
9.3
/5
103 Reviews
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa
8.6
/5
107 Reviews
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
9.1
/5
103 Reviews
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Hideaway Rio Celeste Hotel
9.6
/5
82 Reviews
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
/5
111 Reviews
Amor Arenal Adults Friendly
9.9
/5
106 Reviews
Nayara Springs - Adults Only
9.9
/5
101 Reviews
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
104 Reviews
Nayara Gardens
9.7
/5
91 Reviews
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
9.3
/5
103 Reviews
Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience
9.3
/5
54 Reviews
Laloon Luxury Suites - Adults Only
9.8
/5
45 Reviews
Ocio Villas Mal Pais
9.3
/5
49 Reviews
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
9.6
/5
58 Reviews
Hotel Villa Caletas
9.0
/5
67 Reviews
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Senda Monteverde Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection
9.5
/5
40 Reviews
Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
9.3
/5
104 Reviews
Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience
8.9
/5
118 Reviews
Hotel El Silencio del Campo
9.6
/5
109 Reviews
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa
8.6
/5
107 Reviews
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
9.1
/5
103 Reviews
Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel & Retreat
9.1
/5
70 Reviews
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection
9.7
/5
17 Reviews
El Silencio Lodge & Spa Costa Rica
9.5
/5
42 Reviews
Marriott Vacation Club at Los Sueños
8.8
/5
40 Reviews
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
9.2
/5
105 Reviews
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
9.6
/5
45 Reviews
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Nature and wildlife
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Natural scenery
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Popular Attractions in Guanacaste
Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Del Coco Beach
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Playa Hermosa
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Native's Way Costa Rica - Tours and Transfers
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Playa Avellanas
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Las Baulas National Marine Park
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Del Coco Beach
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Playa Nacascolo
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Playa Conchal
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Native's Way Costa Rica - Tours and Transfers
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Las Baulas National Marine Park
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Playa Conchal
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Playa Flamingo
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Recaredo Briceño Arauz, Nicoya Central Park.
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Hojancha Park
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Barra Honda National Park
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Ponderosa Adventure Park
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La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike
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Parque Mario Cañas Ruiz
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Ponderosa Adventure Park
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Parque Mario Cañas Ruiz
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La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Playa Conchal
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Playa Flamingo
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Del Coco Beach
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Playa Nacascolo
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Pizzeria La Caveja
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Tom's Pan German Bakery
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Restaurante El Bramadero
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Marisquería Guayo
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The Lobster House
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dëli Café
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Ponciana
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The Lookout Restaurant
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El Manglar Restaurant in Nosara
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Surf Box
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Gusto Restaurant
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La Dolce Vita Samara
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Makoko
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Coconutz Brewhouse
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Father Rooster's
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The Roof Restaurant
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Johann
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El Sapo Ristopizza Cocktail Bar
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Locanda
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Pots & Bowls - Playa Grande
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Restaurante Coco Loco
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The Shack Restaurant
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Ander's Restaurant
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Sentido Norte Restaurant
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Colibri Restaurante
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Cafe Mar Azul
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Café de Playa beach front restaurant and suites
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Marisqueria Sabor Porteno
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Ginger Restaurant Bar
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Tiki Hut
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