Guanacaste Province lies on the northern coast of Costa Rica overlooking the azure waters of Pacific Ocean. The province is known for its gorgeous golden coastlines. Exciting activities are offered in the area, such as whitewater rafting on Tenorio River, safari float from Samara Beach, and hiking at Rincon de la Vieja National Park. You can find here the best resorts, hotels, and houses for rent. If you ever visit, consider staying for at least a month to explore its beauty and take part in all the fun activities the province offers. Take a look at this list of the best long-term rentals in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica, to find your home away from home.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and long-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Casa Noche; Samara Beach (from USD 650)
Experience a luxurious vacation at Casa Noche, a 371-m (4,000-sq. ft.) villa in a private, secured neighborhood called Samara Reefs. The property features a stunning infinity pool with garden and ocean views. Beside the pool is a dining space with a barbecue station, perfect for lunch and dinner parties. You can also extend the fun on the terrace, which offers you a clearer view of the scenic surroundings.
Guests staying for longer than 28 days will receive an attractive discount.
Top guest reviews
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the views from every room are stunningeveryone loved the pool and the outdoor patioCleanliness:
the house is spacious spotless and has everything you need to make your stay comfortableHost:
amazing staff also and super responsivethe hosts are very responsivethe owners could not have been more accommodating or helpful with every request or question we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s perfectly located in a gated neighborhood very close to townsamara reefs offers a beautiful location with flowering trees and plantsnothing bad to say about this place
2. Poolside villa with lush garden; Tamarindo (from USD 169)
Dive right into the pool on the property when you rent this 1,200-sq. ft. (111-sqm) poolside villa in a private community. A lush garden with dense foliage surrounds the swimming pool, which is shared by the guests staying at the eight villas for rent on this property. You can also access the barbecue station if you want to enjoy a lively cookout. Each villa has a private patio and offers all you need including a washing machine. Please note that quiet hours should be maintained from 10pm until 8am.
You can also enjoy a monthly discount on rent if you stay for more than 28 days.
Top guest reviews
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great place to stay wifi was excellentjust the wifi need to be improvedwell-equipped and a nice lay out with the living room and kitchen downstairs and the bedrooms upstairsCleanliness:
the pool is big and super cleanthe villa is spacious and very cleanvery clean property with excellent amenitiessue's apartment is well equiped clean with comfortable beds and even some delicious fruits were left for usthe villa is in a very cute little community it is clean and safeHost:
onsite manager is very helpfulmargaritha the property manager is extremely friendly and helpfulmargaritha is a fantastic on-site hostmargarithe was very attentive and had great recommendations for ussue was a great host from afarRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close walk to the beachthe townhouse is located in a beautiful complex close to the center of townvery great location with a beautiful poolamazing property so close to downtown tamarindothe villa is very nice close to town ina strategic location to run away from the crowd
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3. Picturesque villa with lake views; Nuevo Arenal (from USD 72)
Enjoy the fantastic tropic vibe in this villa with a large outdoor pool. It boasts amazing mountain and lake views. The villa is surrounded by a well-landscaped garden featuring several exotic plants. If you’re lucky, you may even spot different bird species and other wildlife. Continental breakfast is available for an extra fee.
Note that a monthly discount is available if you rent this place for more than 28 days.
Top guest reviews
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the room had a really great view and had everything we neededwe loved the breath taking views from the property and the delicious breakfast in housewe loved the pool and the toys provided in the common area as well as the viewsthe highlight for my kids was the amazing breakfast delivered to our patio each morningCleanliness:
very clean and exactly as advertisedthe cottage type buildings are welcoming and very cleanthe villa was very clean and comfortable with the most amazing viewsHost:
great host and lovely placemarcela is so nice hostmarcela was a great hostmarcela is an amazing super hostmarcela was very helpful with finding nice things to do and sends you directions and infoRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to the lake not too far from volcanoes and hikeseasy walk to town (watch traffic though )seriously a great place to staythis place is truly outstanding
4. Terra Nostra Jungle House; Nicoya (from USD 25)
Secure a piece of paradise for yourself by renting Terra Nostra Jungle House near the heart of the colonial city of Nicoya. It is the ideal home for nature lovers. Terra Nostra Jungle House is a wooden cabin filled with lush plants. The babbling river Potrero flows by near the house making the surroundings even more musical. Here, you can enjoy a sumptuous international breakfast every morning while admiring the beauty of the place.
If you plan to book this place for a month, you can take advantage of the discount.
Top guest reviews
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the wifi is good and there is a work space in addition to the bedroomnice treat have someone make egg bacon and toast for breakfastamazing place and included breakfastthe room was much cooler than we expected and very comfortable at nightthe inside space was well-maintained and comfortableCleanliness:
ser clean friendly the food we had we the breakfast wahr very guetthe little hut in the jungle is absolutely lovely very clean and cozy and very well equippedel gato will play clean up if any leftoversHost:
the host was great and always availablemasimo was a gracious host and very accommodatinggreat people and hosts extremely helpful and hospitablemassimo and his wife are excellent hostsmassimo and his wife are absolutely lovely hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
a fantastic place in the wildgreat place to stay if you just need a home base close to nicoyaexcellent place with an amazing river at only a few feet from the housegreat breakfast and very comfortable bed a perfect place to come back at the end of the daywe even got a super yummy breakfast in the morning before he took us to the bus stop
5. Casa Flora; Los Pargos (from USD 144)
If you’re looking for an aesthetically pleasing and comfortable place near Playa Negra, this house is perfect for you. Casa Flora is one of the two houses for rent in Villa Isabela. The house has ample glass windows for you to witness the breathtaking ocean views from the inside. You can also enjoy the view from the shared pool or the wooden deck with loungers. Even the bathroom in the house affords captivating views. Enjoy a soothing dip in the bathtub as you lose yourself in the beauty.
Feel free to extend your stay, as you can receive a considerable discount if you stay more than 28 days.
Top guest reviews
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my wife and i worked remotely and the wifi connection didn't cause any problemsthe view is beautiful so is the apartmentthe bathroom and bathtub view is just greatwifi was good i could work from therecozy great a/c big enough for a coupleCleanliness:
it was very clean and lovelythe house is very clean and comfortablethe bed is very comfortable and linens and bath and pool towels were excellent and cleanthe property is sparkling cleanthe home is clean and well-maintainedHost:
rodrigo was an amazing hostrodrigo is a great host really cares about his guestsrodrigo was a great host very responsive and eager to help with local suggestionsrodrigo is an especially gracious / helpful hostrodrigo was lovely and so friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
super close to playa negra and other beaches and restaurantsbeaches and great restaurants are very close by10/10 best place in central america we have been torodrigo’s place is a beautiful quiet get away above beautiful playa negroamazing location and service from rodrigo
6. El Pasito; Playa Potrero (from USD 101)
If you’re searching for tranquility and peace in Guanacaste Province, El Pasito is the ideal home for you. In its small, intimate swimming pool, you can experience the relaxation that you’ve been craving. It also has a private terrace in the middle of a lush tropical garden. If you stay here, prepare to hear the natural sounds of wildlife as the surrounding area is home to innumerable birds and howler monkeys.
Guests staying longer than 28 days are eligible to receive a lovely discount, so don’t hesitate to extend your stay.
Top guest reviews
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the ac and fan work wellalso ac was so cool and refreshing in the apartmentthe space is very well designed and very comfortablewe enjoyed cooking breakfast outside and drinking our coffee in the morning sunCleanliness:
the space was extraordinarily clean even the outdoor kitchenclean & comfortable place with everything we could have neededgreat place everything was clean and the space is exactly as pictured(perlas) place was clean and we got greeted very nicelyit is very tastefully built and furnished with simple clean appearance and functionalityHost:
our hosts were attentive and shared information about spots to visithost was friendly check-in easy what else to ask forcaroline was a great hostcaroline was very helpful with answering questions etc and we enjoyed sharing their petscaroline and etienne are wonderful hosts and truly care that we had a great timeRead more reviewsLocation:
great place in great locationthe location is great just a short walk to shops and restaurantscaroline et etienne’s spot was perfect close walking distance to the beach restaurants storesthis is a gorgeous bungalow in walking distance of everythinggood location to the different beaches in the area
7. Casa De Olas; Santa Cruz (from USD 119)
There’s no better way to spend your vacation in Guanacaste Province than staying at a hilltop with an amazing view of the ocean. You can make your dream come true by renting Casa De Olas, a beautiful home on the hilltop of the private community of Lomas del Sol. It has a private as well as a shared swimming pool. If you’re into surfing, you can easily access the surfing area nearby when you stay here. You can also learn to surf if you haven’t ridden the waves before.
On top of all these, the rental even has a monthly discount in place for guests staying for more than 28 days.
Top guest reviews
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the internet tv and air conditioning are awesome and the pool and grounds are beautifully maintainedthe beds and pullout sofa were very comfortable alsothe pool is relaxing and the communal infinity pool is absolutely incrediblewe loved having our own fully stocked kitchen to cook all of our mealsit has a beautifully lit pool great bbq and private deckCleanliness:
place is great it’s clean and comfortablethe whole place is sparkling cleanexcellent house very clean and with everything you need to have a great vacationthis place is amazing super clean has everything you need to have excellent vacationseverything is new + clean including the bedding pillows mattress etc - all very comfortableHost:
the host answers any and all questions promptly and willing to help at any timemarlon the local onsite host was very helpful and kindthe hosts were friendly and prompt about answering any questions we had before and during our tripthe house is great host was very responsive & helpfulhosts were readily available to answer questions too thanks janine & lorenRead more reviewsLocation:
a relaxing location 5 minute drive from a beachnice property secure and quiet locationit is an ideal location to get away from it all for some rest and relaxationcasa de olas was the perfect place to end our costa rican vacationwe loved the area very much the house is conveniently close to many beautiful beaches
8. Tree Farm House; Nicoya (from USD 79)
If you’re a nature lover, look no further. Stay at Tree Farm House, which is located on a 284-ac (115-ha) tree plantation on a mountain. There are two streams very near the house with stunning wildlife, including a large number of birds as well as monkeys, and butterflies. You can rest on the wide patio with a comfortable sofa set while watching beautiful butterflies dance on the flowers.
The owner offers a monthly discount to guests who book the property for more than 28 days.
Top guest reviews
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great internet kitchen well equipped view and outdoor lounging options exceptionala remote house but very comfortable and has wifithe kitchen is huge and there is plenty of space for a large groupwe enjoyed breakfast on the back patio and relaxing in the hammock listening to howler monkeysHost:
but they were very kind and showed us around the housejake was a great off-site host very responsive and helpful whenever neededthe caretakers are very welcoming and friendlythe caretaker family that lives next door is super friendlyi don't think maartin and his family speak any english but they are very patient and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a secluded locationbeautiful tranquil home in a remote locationamazing place to stay the location is hard to beat it's out the way but it's totally worth itgreat out of town experience in a quiet locationthis is a lovely place 45 minutes from the beach on rough roads
9. Linda Vista Cottage; Liberia (from USD 68)
Take advantage of this beautiful cottage located in an area close to many different kinds of forests. If you love exploring the outdoors, this is the perfect place for you. You can find varieties of flora and fauna in the tropical forests next to Linda Vista Cottage. After a long day of exploration, you can rest easy in the pool area. You can also enjoy a barbecue night by the pool.
If you plan to stay longer than 28 days, you can avail of a monthly discount on the total fee.
Top guest reviews
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great a/c in the bedrooms and excellent wifi both in and out of the housethe linda vista cottage was very spacious and comfortablethe grounds (with beautiful pool sitting area and abundant trees and wildlife) are exquisitethe gardens and pool were great to relax after a day in the outdoorsCleanliness:
this is a very simple clean and comfortable placevanessa was also very gracious in preparing dishes doing laundry cleaning the roomseladio’s place was one of a kind clean and homeythe house was clean spacious had a well stocked kitchen and comfortable bedsthe house is very unique and cleanHost:
eladio was an amazing host with great local recommendationseladio is the standard of what you call a excellent hosthe was so helpful with suggestions and recommendationseladio is the kind of host who makes airbnb truly greateladio is wonderful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay at close to liberia if you are planning to visit the nearby areasthe property is secluded enough to have privacy but close enough to town and alot of fun activitiesthis is a great location to explore the inland of costa ricawe can't say enough about how happy we are with our decision to stay at eladio's placeeladio's home was a beautiful place to stay near liberia
10. Casa Kurú; Bagaces (from USD 277)
Casa Kurú is a farmhouse ideal for large groups or families. It is situated facing a wide expanse of grassland. This house has a private pool with a deck and sunchairs for sunbathing. The spacious deck also provides a mesmerizing view of the landscape.
A special discounted rate is offered for stays longer than 28 days. So don’t think twice about extending your vacation.
Top guest reviews
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beautiful pool with amazing sunsetsCleanliness:
it was quiet clean and relaxingthis house was beautiful & very cleanthe home is sparkling clean and roomyRead more reviewsHost:
friendly hostesses with quick responses
Stay for a month in the beautiful Guanacaste Province
Guanacaste Province is rich in natural wonders. If you plan to visit, consider staying longer to make the most of your stay. Rent any of the top long-term rentals in Guanacaste Province listed above for a memorable visit.
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