Ostional Travel Guide

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Sunset over the Pacific Ocean from Ostional Beach. The black sand beach is strewn with white egg shells. Remnants of a recent sea turtle hatchling parade.
Sunset over the Pacific Ocean from Ostional Beach. The black sand beach is strewn with white egg shells. Remnants of a recent sea turtle hatchling parade.
Tortuga
Ostional tortugas
Sea turtles are one of the coolest marine animals ever. While in Costa Rica I had the chance to get up close and witness them nesting on the shores of Playa Ostional. http://www.divebuddies4life.com/i-left-my-heart-in-ostional/
Hotel Luna Azul

Hotel Luna Azul

3 out of 5
400 metros del Cruce por Pacha Mama Cuajiniquil Guanacaste
The price is ₹13,602 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹13,602
₹15,370 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuajiniquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Playa Ostional and Playa Cocal are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
Spectacular So good i extend my stay Food,service , cleanliness Perfecto!!!!

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hotel Luna Azul
JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Playa Mansita, Hacienda Pinilla Tamarindo Guanacaste
The price is ₹51,597 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
₹51,597
₹61,750 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Tamarindo. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (732 reviews)
Room was great. Staff were helpful but for this price we expected better communication skills. They should be better versed in English.

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Playa Samara, Carrillo Sámara Guanacaste
Stay at this beach resort in Sámara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (672 reviews)
Resort was clean and staff were courteous

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

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Hacienda Pinilla Vacation Rentals

Hacienda Pinilla Vacation Rentals

4 out of 5
2 KM west of Hernandez intersection Tamarindo Guanacaste
Stay at this beach villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course ...
9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
One of the nicest villas I’ve been to. There was two gates to get there but super exclusive and very safe.

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Hacienda Pinilla Vacation Rentals
Residencias Samara

Residencias Samara

3.5 out of 5
Ruta 160, esquina Calle Parque Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this apartment in Sámara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Samara Beach and Buena Vista Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Spotlessly clean room. Really quiet. Lovely to be offered a welcome drink on arrival.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Residencias Samara
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

3 out of 5
Playa Avellanas Tamarindo Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)
The room was very clean and once in the facility, we had no complaints. It is an intimate space off the beaten path with walking access to a small market and a couple restaurants. The beach is NOT a walkable distance but easy to get to by car. The roads are horrible - be prepared. Apple Maps worked ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
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Playa Cocal

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Cocal during your trip to San Juanillo? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Playa Cementerio

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Cementerio during your trip to Marbella? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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