Nicoya Peninsula
Travel Guide
![Coco Beach showing a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77613-Coco-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Coco Beach featuring a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77574-Guanacaste-North-Pacific-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Hermosa Bay Beach which includes boating and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77634-Hermosa-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Flamingo Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77624-Flamingo-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Hermosa Bay Beach showing mountains and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77632-Hermosa-Bay-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Where to stay in Nicoya Peninsula
![Learned how to surf here a couple of years ago. I dream about going back to this amazing country. #adventure #surf #beachfog #costrica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b62baf71ff928219c8dc324a7688110b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Palm Beach Estates
Palm Beach Estates might not have many top sights, but Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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Puerto Viejo
When in Puerto Viejo, you can plan a visit to Playa Coronado and Playa Torres, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Coco Sunset Hills
While Coco Sunset Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa.
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Rancho Armadillo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rancho Armadillo and surrounding area, you can visit Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach.
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Casitas
While Casitas isn't home to many top sights, Nicoya Colonial Church and Recaredo Briceno Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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El Carmen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Carmen and surrounding area, you can visit Nicoya Colonial Church and Recaredo Briceno Park.
![Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5440000/5431400/5431338/9bf2a11d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 February 2025
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Reviewed on 7 February 2025
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Reviewed on 10 February 2025
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Reviewed on 5 February 2025
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Reviewed on 23 December 2024
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Reviewed on 6 February 2025
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Popular places to visit
![Coco Beach which includes a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77612-Coco-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Coco Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Coco Beach, a popular beach in Coco. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
![Beautiful sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/118e9a52c9a1329b26fd6e80329b0a8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Tamarindo Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Tamarindo Beach, a popular beach in Tamarindo. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots.
![Anyone know the name of these trees?](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/faa32c1f5383bc1bba97ccec5fb40f34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Teresa Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Santa Teresa Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Teresa. You can seek out the area's surfing spots and yoga studios.
![My favorite beach town in Costa Rica. Remote but not to remote. An asphalt road leads entirely to this town and it can be reached with a regular rental car. Samara has a bunch of small hostels and hotels, nice restaurants at the beach and all over the small town.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/193869f9ef5b2ec6977568aec61f53b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Samara Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Samara Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sámara. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.
![Flamingo Beach featuring landscape views, general coastal views and surf](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77572-Guanacaste-North-Pacific-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Flamingo Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Flamingo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Playa Flamingo. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
![This was the most interesting beaches I've been to. It may look like sand, but it's actually little bits of shells. Your feet may hurt, so definitely bring flip flops to this one. Don't let the shells steer you away - they are actually beautiful. This beach is popular among locals. #LifeAtExpedia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f16e4162d542182e649592f70b955548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Conchal Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Conchal Beach during your travels in Playa Conchal? While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.