Las Catalinas, Guanacaste
A car-free beach town of villas between Pacific and forest.
Las Catalinas is a car-free beach town on Costa Rica's Guanacaste coast, built of villas and small inns between the Pacific and the dry tropical forest. Its lanes are made for walking and biking, with beaches, trails and beach clubs at every turn.
Freedom for teens and calm for parents.
Where you’ll be
The town sits on the northern Pacific coast of Guanacaste, close to Playa Danta and Playa Dantita. Liberia airport is a little over an hour away, and national parks, surf beaches and sailing trips are all within reach.
The stay
Choose a private villa or a room in one of the small inns. The town has beach clubs, mountain-biking and hiking trails, kayaking and paddleboarding, and a handful of restaurants within walking distance.
At a glance
- Where: Guanacaste, Costa Rica
- Car-free town
- Villas & small inns
- Trails & beach clubs
- Best for: Families with teens and active travelers
Make the most of it
- Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park for volcanic landscapes and hot springs.
- Book a sailing or snorkeling trip along the Pacific coast.
- Try a canopy zipline, or a sportfishing day offshore.
When to go
December to April is the dry season. The green season brings afternoon rain and lush landscapes.
Planning more of the trip? I also feature this stay in my The Best Villa Stays with Full Resort Perks.
Book it with me
Book through my Fora portal and I will take care of every detail, from the right room to any partner perks available for your dates.
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