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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
5.8
5.0
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1 Review
Mountain climbing
Ponderosa Adventure Park
4.0
5.0
/5
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Zoos & aquariums
Selvatura Adventure Park
3.5
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Native's Way Costa Rica - Tours and Transfers
3.3
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Rincon de La Vieja National Park
3.3
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Rafting
Mountain climbing
Parque Mario Cañas Ruiz
3.3
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100% Aventura
3.3
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Playa Conchal
3.2
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Beaches and shores
Playa Avellana
3.2
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Bernabela Ramos Park
3.1
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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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Ponciana
4.2
/5
5 Review
Western cuisine
The Lookout Restaurant
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Seafood
Avg. PHP1,831/person
Java 654 Coffee Shop
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Quick bites
Avg. PHP303/person
Pizzeria La Caveja
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Vegetarian
Avg. PHP562/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. PHP965/person
Johann
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Quick bites
Avg. PHP588/person
Restaurante El Bramadero
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Latin American cuisine
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Surf Box
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Western cuisine
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Marisquería Guayo
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Seafood
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Makoko
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Seafood
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dëli Café
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Latin American cuisine
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
4.8
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9 Review
Natural scenery
Fortuna Waterfall
5.0
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7 Review
Natural scenery
National Theater of Costa Rica
4.9
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8 Review
Historic landmark
Performances
National Museum of Costa Rica
5.0
/5
6 Review
Volcan Irazu
4.7
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10 Review
Mountain climbing
Manuel Antonio National Park
5.0
/5
6 Review
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Popular Family Hotels Near Guanacaste
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Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
9.0
/5
102 Review
Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Collection
9.8
/5
46 Review
Hideaway Rio Celeste Hotel
9.5
/5
81 Review
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
/5
111 Review
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
105 Review
Nayara Gardens
9.7
/5
97 Review
Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas
9.3
/5
59 Review
El Silencio Lodge & Spa Costa Rica
9.5
/5
45 Review
Tulemar Resort
9.5
/5
47 Review
Los Altos Resort
9.5
/5
77 Review
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The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
105 Review
Hotel Villa Caletas
8.9
/5
65 Review
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
8.8
/5
116 Review
Los Altos Resort
9.5
/5
77 Review
Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection
9.7
/5
62 Review
Vista Celestial
9.7
/5
44 Review
Popular Hot Spring Hotels Near Guanacaste
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
/5
111 Review
Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
9.3
/5
105 Review
Nayara Springs - Adults Only
10.0
/5
101 Review
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
105 Review
Nayara Gardens
9.7
/5
97 Review
Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience
8.9
/5
117 Review
Hotel Arenal Springs Resort & Spa
9.2
/5
40 Review
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
9.1
/5
103 Review
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa
8.8
/5
107 Review
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
9.3
/5
103 Review
Popular Premium Hotels Near Guanacaste
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Hideaway Rio Celeste Hotel
9.5
/5
81 Review
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
/5
111 Review
Amor Arenal Adults Friendly
9.9
/5
107 Review
Nayara Springs - Adults Only
10.0
/5
101 Review
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
9.6
/5
105 Review
Nayara Gardens
9.7
/5
97 Review
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
9.1
/5
103 Review
Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience
9.3
/5
57 Review
Ocio Villas Mal Pais
9.3
/5
49 Review
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
9.6
/5
61 Review
Hotel Villa Caletas
8.9
/5
65 Review
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
9.0
/5
102 Review
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Senda Monteverde Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection
9.4
/5
41 Review
Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
9.3
/5
105 Review
Hotel El Silencio del Campo
9.6
/5
109 Review
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa
8.8
/5
107 Review
Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs
9.4
/5
108 Review
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
9.3
/5
103 Review
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection
9.6
/5
30 Review
El Silencio Lodge & Spa Costa Rica
9.5
/5
45 Review
Marriott Vacation Club at Los Sueños
8.8
/5
43 Review
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
9.2
/5
105 Review
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
9.6
/5
44 Review
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose - Costa Rica
8.9
/5
112 Review
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Nature and wildlife
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Beaches and shores
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Natural scenery
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Mountain climbing
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Outdoor activities
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Popular Attractions in Guanacaste
Ponderosa Adventure Park
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Parque Mario Cañas Ruiz
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Estadio Edgardo Baltodano Briceño
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Native's Way Costa Rica - Tours and Transfers
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Playa Avellana
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Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica
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Del Coco Beach
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Playa Hermosa
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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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Hacienda Santa Rosa
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Playa Conchal
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Las Baulas National Marine Park
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Native's Way Costa Rica - Tours and Transfers
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Ponderosa Adventure Park
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Parque Mario Cañas Ruiz
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La Leona Waterfall - Catarata La Leona
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Nicoya Park
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Hojancha Park
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Barra Honda National Park
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Playa Conchal
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Playa Flamingo
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Playa Conchal
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Diamante Eco Adventure Park
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Playa Flamingo
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Popular Restaurants in Guanacaste
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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dëli Café
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Ponciana
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The Lookout Restaurant
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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 Manglar Restaurant in Nosara
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Surf Box
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El Sapo Ristopizza Cocktail Bar
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Gusto Restaurant
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La Dolce Vita Samara
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Makoko
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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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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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Sentido Norte Restaurant
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Colibri Restaurante
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Cafe Mar Azul
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a'lo Nico
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Don Ramiro
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