Barranca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Beautiful aerial view of a empty beach due to the quarantine for Covid19, with a police car in Costa Rica
Beautiful aerial view of a empty beach due to the quarantine for Covid19, with a police car in Costa Rica
Beautiful aerial view of a empty beach due to the quarantine for Covid19, with a police car in Costa Rica
Beautiful aerial view of a empty beach due to the quarantine for Covid19, with a police car in Costa Rica

Where to stay in Barranca

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San Miguelito

While there might not be top attractions in San Miguelito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puntarenas Beach and Playa Boca de Barranca.

San Miguelito
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
The price is Rp3.271.181 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
Rp3.271.181
Rp3.696.440 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in El Roble. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,124 reviews)
Your customer service lines are terrible.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection

Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection

3 Km South and 600 mts East Carara National Park Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is Rp4.351.718 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp4.351.718
Rp5.487.029 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
Santa Lucía Jungle Hacienda, Autograph Collection
Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
The price is Rp2.765.609 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.765.609
Rp3.125.172 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (986 reviews)
Room was far away from the resort and in very poor condition. I would give the resort 3-4 stars but the room 1-2 stars. All the activities cost extra money. Food was overpriced.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hotel Punta Leona
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.
Nomad Living CR

Nomad Living CR

3.5 out of 5
Calle La Barca Tárcoles Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this aparthotel in Tárcoles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Clean, modern with most of the amenities we needed. Also great central location.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Nomad Living CR
El Gecko

El Gecko

2 out of 5
Barrio Organos Paquera Puntarenas
Stay at this cabin in Paquera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Reserva Curu and Playa Curú are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (14 reviews)
This place is a hidden gem! 🏠 she’s an amazing host, super attentive and ensures you have everything you need. The space is comfortable, clean, and packed with all the essentials. Perfect spot for relaxation or getting work done. Would definitely recommend and stay again 👍

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

El Gecko
Nueva Villa Paraiso

Nueva Villa Paraiso

2 out of 5
Lagunillas Lagunillas Puntarenas Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Lagunillas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Crocodile Bridge and Jardín Pura Vida are located ...
Nueva Villa Paraiso
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.