Central Pacific Coast Travel Guide
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The Central Pacific region of Costa Rica is a long swath of gorgeous land, from sublime coastline dotted with national parks and palm-lined beaches to inland stretches of ranches, coffee plantations, small villages, and forested mountains. There's a reason this is a popular place to visit: the region has a lot of "Pura Vida" to offer.
Central Pacific Coast Hotels
The Central Pacific has a good mix of high-quality hotels, nature lodges, and cabinas (low-cost Tico-run hotels, often laid out like motels), including...read more
Central Pacific Coast Restaurants
You'll find the liveliest dining mix in the country outside San José here. The crowd of international visitors has brought about a crowd of international...read more
Fodor's Choice
Things To Do in Central Pacific Coast
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Central Pacific Coast
- $391 & up -- Flights to Costa Rica on Sale (R/T, incl. Tax) Major Airlines on Fly.com
- $113+: Costa Rica: Guanacaste All-Incl. Beachfront Resort w/Credit, 20% Off BookIt.com
- $99+: Costa Rica All-Inclusive Beachfront Resort w/$100 Credit, 50% Off BookIt.com
- $1845 -- Costa Rica: 6-City Getaway, $150 Off (Ages 18-35) Contiki Vacations
Central Pacific Coast Experiences
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Nature and wildlife: Explore seaside flora and fauna at Manuel Antonio National Park, Curú National Wildlife Refuge, and Cabo Blanco Absolute... Read more
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One of the last remnants of an ecological transition zone between Costa Rica's drier northwest and more humid southwest, Carara National Park... Read more
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At only 7 square km (3 square mi), Manuel Antonio National Park—Costa Rica's smallest park—has an impressive collection of natural... Read more
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The Central Pacific is more renowned for its hedonistic Pacific beaches and resort nightlife than for wildlife or ecotourism. But there are some... Read more
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Rated one of the top diving destinations in the world, Isla del Coco is uninhabited and remote, and its waters are teeming with marine life... Read more
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Despite Costa Rica's relative affluence in Central America, the fact remains that 10% of the country's population still lives in poverty. And... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries, Life-Changing Trips
Vacations do the body (and soul) good, and none more so than volunteer trips.... Read more
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Practical Travel Tips
Watch for sharp drop-offs on Costa Rica's beaches.... Read more
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Practical Travel Tips
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