Guanacaste in a nutshell

Getting there

Grab your passport and fly into Liberia Airport, then rent a car to explore the region.

Where to stay

For a peaceful stay, book a room at the Samara Palm Lodge. Says a reviewer from Maine, “So relaxing and quiet and we loved our room adjacent to the garden.” Rates start at $55.

Where to eat

Savor Costa Rican fare at Cactus Restaurant. Says a reviewer from Vermont, “The ceviche is fresh and perfect!”