Costa Rica
Central America · Costa Rica
Best Months
Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Rec. Nights
7 nights
Airports
LIR (Daniel Oduber Quiros International), SJO (Juan Santamaria International)
Avg. Cash
$99 - $2,728/night
Best Value
Overview
Costa Rica fits active volcanoes, cloud forests, Pacific surf breaks, and Caribbean beaches into a single destination. The Guanacaste coast offers dry-season sunshine while the Osa Peninsula delivers raw nature experiences.
The Andaz Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo is one of the most celebrated Hyatt redemptions in the Americas. The JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort is a top-tier Marriott option.
Even the most high-end resorts pride themselves on sustainable practices — you might spot howler monkeys from your infinity pool or watch sea turtles nest near your cabana.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Costa Rica range from $99 to $2728 per night. Points redemptions offer 2.62+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
13 properties in Costa Rica bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hyatt Place San Jose/Pinares | Hyatt | 5,060 | $132 | 2.6¢ | ||
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica | Hyatt | 43,701 | $733 | 1.7¢ | ||
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica | Hyatt | 53,414 | $884 | 1.6¢ | ||
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu | Marriott | 31,000 | $288 | 0.9¢ | Jul 21 | |
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Alajuela el Coyol | Marriott | 22,500 | $191 | 0.8¢ | Jul 21 | |
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica | Marriott | 15,822 | $126 | 0.8¢ | ||
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique | Hilton | 130,000 | $986 | 0.8¢ | Jul 21 | |
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu | Wyndham | 15,000 | $109 | 0.7¢ | Jul 21 | |
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center | Wyndham | 15,000 | $109 | 0.7¢ | Jul 21 | |
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana | IHG | 24,000 | $169 | 0.7¢ | Jul 21 | |
Tabacon Thermal Resort and Spa, an SLH Hotel | Hilton | 105,000 | $666 | 0.6¢ | Jul 21 | |
Los Altos Resort, an SLH Hotel | Hilton | 140,000 | $776 | 0.6¢ | Jul 21 | |
Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana | IHG | 27,000 | $141 | 0.5¢ | Jul 21 |
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Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
If you have Points:
Hyatt Place San Jose/Pinares
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
If you have Points:
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Getting There
LIR (Daniel Oduber Quiros International), SJO (Juan Santamaria International)
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $99/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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