Ostional Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 Rp2.524.350 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
Rp2.524.350
Rp2.852.515 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
The staff were fabulous. They really care to make sure your stay is the best.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Hotel Luna Azul
Ostional Turtle Lodge

Ostional Turtle Lodge

2 out of 5
150 east from Tourist Info Booth 160 Cuajiniquil Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this spa hotel in Cuajiniquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Ostional and Nosara Biological Reserve ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Absolutely

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Ostional Turtle Lodge
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 Rp10.080.571 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
Rp10.080.571
Rp12.030.547 total
12 Mar - 13 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! (740 reviews)
Room was spacious and super clean! Ocean view was spectacular!! Staff were all friendly and helpful the entire stay… love this resort!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa
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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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 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 ...
10/10 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! (46 reviews)
Nice place for the price

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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Playa Azul

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa Azul might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cuajiniquil. Stroll along this family-friendly area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Playa Azul

Playa Coco

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

Playa Coco

Playa Lagarto

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Lagarto during your trip to Cuajiniquil?

Playa Lagarto

Playa Manzanillo

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

Playa Manzanillo

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.

Playa Cocal

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.

Playa Cementerio

Things to do

Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal

Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal

Rp1.093.560
per adult
Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal
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UTV Side By Side Off Road Tour Tamarindo Beach & Flamingo Beach

Rp1.093.560
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
UTV Side By Side Off Road Tour Tamarindo Beach & Flamingo Beach
Zip line Nosara

Zip line Nosara

Rp1.261.800
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zip line Nosara
2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara

2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara

Rp1.093.560
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara
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Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge

Rp1.009.200
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
Puffer fish Snorkeling Costa Rica

Snorkeling Costa Rica

Rp1.708.071
per adult
Snorkeling Costa Rica
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