The Best Last Minute Hotels in Costa Rica 2021

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Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa

US$390

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US$390

Snaptravel

US$358

Agoda.com

US$390

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4,945 reviews

#1 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“Really enjoyed staying at the Tabacon. The hotel and staff are excellent.great experience for ourselves and our kids. The rooms are nice and clean the food is good the hot springs are amazing and as hotel guest…”
“A must when you are visiting Costa Rica The resort and hotel staff were wonderful and very helpful The hotel grounds are beautiful. Food was delicious The hot springs resort is out of this world amazing. ”

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The Springs Resort and Spa

US$587

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US$587

Agoda.com

US$581

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US$1,522

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2,998 reviews

#2 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“Also I would be remiss to mention the concierges, especially John, who was such a huge help with some last minute, major travel plans that we changed.”
“My husband and I were looking for a last minute destination for our honeymoon due to the pandemic in which our original country for our planned honeymoon was closed for tourism.”

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Nayara Springs Relais & Chateaux

US$700

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US$700

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US$700

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US$700

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1,393 reviews

#3 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“They warned us about the crowds at the thermal springs and the best time to go and found us last minute spa appointments as well.”
“We were treated like Royalty from the time we made our reservation until we waved goodbye. Starting with Carlos he was so helpful arranging our arrival, concierge Luis guiding us through all the activities at the...”

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Shana By The Beach, Hotel Residence & Spa

US$208

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US$208

Snaptravel

US$172

ZenHotels.com

US$290

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2,203 reviews

#4 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“From the first to the last minute of our stay, they made us feel welcome and at home.”
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The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

US$439

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US$439

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US$439

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5,596 reviews

#5 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“We are SPG Platinum and while they didn't have space to accommodate us in the Royal Beach Club (we planned pretty last minute) we had access to those amenities (adults only pool and separate breakfast buffet) whic...”
“We were scheduled to go to DR but decided to change due to issues at the DR resorts at the last minute and so glad we did!”

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Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica

US$386

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US$387

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US$309

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US$387

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5,004 reviews

#6 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“Book last minute, with Thomson holidays always wanted to visit Costa Rica , and what a country, stunning beautiful beaches wow, the people are so friendly the villages are clean We stayed at dreams las mareas , no...”
“The hotel staff was very accommodating with regards to our last minute change,especially Katherine at check out.”

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Makanda by the Sea

US$384

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US$382

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US$384

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US$384

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1,105 reviews

#7 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“We flew into Costa Rica a day early and booked Wakanda last minute.”
“We planned this last minute getaway for our 5 year anniversary.”

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Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River

US$335

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US$335

Official Hotel

US$325

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US$335

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1,195 reviews

#8 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“Staying in RP is an experience that will make you feel immersed in the wilderness, but with all the comfort and the most friendly and accommodating staff that will get you as relaxed as it gets. We stayed 3 nights...”
“This review comes from the perspective of a Canadian senior lady (78 years young). I really must start by saying “it is good people that make good places”. The RP staff were outstanding. Kind, caring and...”

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Si Como No Resort & Wildlife Refuge

US$206

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US$206

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US$129

Snaptravel

US$303

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2,215 reviews

#9 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“Everyone, from the lady who made my reservation (totally last minute) and coordinated our transportation, to the reception staff, housekeeping, bar tenders, wait staff, and the wonderful ladies behind the deliciou...”
“We took a room last minute and had a great experience.”

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Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

US$390

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US$390

Agoda.com

US$352

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US$445

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3,720 reviews

#10 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“We prefer to have tranquility during our vacation, so we made a last minute change to Secrets Papagayo.”
“We visited Costa Rica and stayed at Secrets resort We had excellent service and a wonderful time We would like to acknowledge outstanding employees who consistently went above and beyond to make our stay…”

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Nayara Gardens

US$601

US$328

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US$328

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US$601

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3,898 reviews

#11 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“This resort is stunning! The rooms are amazing. The food is excellent. Splurge for the wine pairing menu. It did not disappoint. The staff at Nostalgia wine bar was amazing. They went of their way to accommodate…”
“If you are lucky enough to visit Costa Rica and the Arenal area, there is no better place to stay than Nayara Gardens, and the fact that it is a Relais & Chateaux property only makes it that much better. If you…”

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Parador Resort and Spa

US$225

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US$225

Snaptravel

US$166

eDreams

US$225

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3,714 reviews

#12 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“And we were particularly happy with the concierge (travel desk) on site, near the pool, where we were able to make last minute arrangements (something recommended to do on rainy season) and also get information on...”
“The activities desk had lots of different things to do and was very helpful in setting things up for us and helping us change our plans last minute.”

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Cala Luna Boutique Hotel

US$257

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US$257

Official Hotel

US$201

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US$321

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1,512 reviews

#13 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“We got a fantastic last-minute deal here when the Airbnb we'd reserved fell through.”
“I arrived several days before my sister with my family and explained why i was there and how the wedding plans had been changed very last minute.”

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Hotel El Silencio del Campo

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US$193

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US$247

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2,228 reviews

#14 Best Value of 3,014 places to stay in Costa Rica

“I booked this place last minute on a whim to Arenal.”
“This is one of the most calm and peaceful places I have ever stayed. The sounds of nature, the natural hot springs, the birds and squirrels that accompany you outside the restaurant at breakfast every morning…”

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