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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Santa Cruz?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz is Tuesday ($121). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $10,130.
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Cheapest hotels in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste

Discover affordable stays in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste can be found for as low as $81 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste that can be booked for this price. Cafe Playa Negra Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste. Price data was last updated on August 18, 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hotels in Santa Cruz we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Cafe Playa Negra Hotel
Cafe Playa Negra Hotel

Cafe Playa Negra Hotel

Calle Principal de Los Pargos, Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
16.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$81
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Santa Cruz

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste. There are 203 hotels in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste and price data was last updated on August 18, 2025. The average price for a stay in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste is .
Cafe Playa Negra Hotel
Cafe Playa Negra Hotel

Cafe Playa Negra Hotel

Calle Principal de Los Pargos, Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
16.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$81
Avg. per night
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Hotel Diria
Hotel Diria

Hotel Diria

Calle Central, Frente al Banco Nacional, Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$75
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Santa Cruz, Guanacaste to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on August 18, 2025.
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Facts about staying in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Santa Cruz to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on August 18, 2025.

  • What are the best hotels in Santa Cruz?

    Hotel Playa Negra, rated with a score of 9.1 from 110 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Santa Cruz. Other top stays include Hotel Diria, with an average rating of 8.3 from 604 reviewers, and Finca Avellanas, with a score of 8.7 from 75 reviewers.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Santa Cruz?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Santa Cruz hotels have prices starting from as low as $149/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Guanacaste?

    In addition to Santa Cruz, travelers opt to visit Tamarindo when visiting Guanacaste. Sámara is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Santa Cruz?

    In total, there are 203 hotels to choose from in Santa Cruz, compared to 7,875 properties in Guanacaste.

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