Holiday Homes & Rentals in Costa Rica

Holiday Homes & Rentals in Costa Rica

Types of holiday homes in Costa Rica

Thousands of rentals, houses, villas and luxury villas on the beach and in nature

Have you already decided that you want to book a holiday home in Costa Rica to spend your holiday discovering all the charms of this wonderful country? Well you are lucky, because On Holidu we have the best search engine for tourist rentals, houses, villas and villas throughout the Internet. The best accommodation offers so that you can organise a trip completely tailored to your needs and enjoy an unforgettable holiday. From cheap rentals near paradisiacal beaches to houses in the middle of nature, passing by chalets and luxury villas in quiet residential areas on the outskirts of the main cities. Completely equipped with all basic services and, in some cases, also with other more exclusive features such as garden, private swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Whether you come as a couple, with your family or with friends, don't doubt that you will find your perfect home in Costa Rica.

Why book a home in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica has an extension of 322 kilometres between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean among which we can find an incredible variety of landscapes thanks to its different microclimates, which makes the traveller can enjoy different times in the same day, making this destination a true paradise. Sun, beach, adventure, nature and culture are the ingredients that Costa Rica offers to satisfy the tastes of thousands of tourists who each year decide to book a holiday home in Costa Rica to enjoy a dream holiday.

Holidays in Costa Rica

The area and how to find your way around

Costa Rica: a paradise of beaches and unspoiled nature

Costa Rica is a small country of approximately 5 million inhabitants located in Central America. More than half of the population lives in the capital, San Jose, and the Greater Metropolitan Area which includes the provinces of Cartago, Alajuela and Heredia. It has a total of seven provinces, which in turn are divided into 81 cantons.

The best areas to rent a home in Costa Rica

When choosing the area to book a home in Costa Rica, it is important to consider the type of trip you want to make. You can take a city as your centre of operations to go to different places or book several holiday homes in Costa Rica and do a complete tour of the country. If you want to enjoy the paradisiacal beaches of Costa Rica, the best resorts to book a holiday home are Esterillos, Jaco, Hermosa and Boca Barranca. But if nature and active tourism activities are your thing, we recommend the centre of the country, where you can find the national parks of Tapanti-Macizo de la Muerte and Los Quetzales, as well as the Irazu volcano. You can rent a house or stay in a home in San Jose, as they are not far from the capital. In addition, if you stay in the centre of San Jose, you will be able to have all the necessary services for your stay and, at the same time, make numerous cultural visits around the city.

Types of travellers and activities

Costa Rica for families with children

Costa Rica is a great destination for families with children, as its tourism offer is increasingly important to meet the demands of this type of public. If you decide to rent a home or a chalet in Costa Rica, you will be able to choose between numerous proposals of sport, adventures, nature and relation so that all of you have a great time. For example, go into tropical forests to discover the country's fauna and flora, surf, raft or hike. But also, you can be sure that the youngest members of the family will have a great time bathing and playing on the beach.

Did you know that "Pura Vida" is an expression heard a lot in Costa Rica and is often used as a greeting instead of a "hello" or a "goodbye"?

Top 5 Recommendations in Costa Rica

1. Sunbathe on its paradisiacal beaches

Costa Rica has a privileged location in the heart of Central America. With beaches bathed by the Atlantic and Pacific separator for just three hours by car. This allows the traveller to enjoy a wide variety of options. From tree-lined beaches between natural spaces ideal for relaxing to others perfect for diving, surfing or strolling along the shore.

2. Immerse yourself in the rural lifestyles of its population

In Costa Rica it is possible to make rural tourism excursions to get to know the essence and identity of Costa Rican culture. A perfect combination between culture and nature in places full of peace and comfort in coexistence with the customs and traditions that live immersed in the natural diversity.

3. Get rid of stress thanks to Wellness tourism

Costa Rica offers the ideal conditions to get rid of stress and forget the hectic pace of daily life. You will be able to experience the pleasures of Wellness tourism and enjoy a wide range of activities to renew your body, mind and soul.

4. Fall in love with its beautiful natural landscapes

Costa Rica has 29 natural parks, 19 wildlife refuges, 8 biological reserves and a good number of protected areas that make nature lovers and active tourism enthusiasts fall in love with. The offer of hiking and excursions is very varied: walking, cycling or horseback riding, bird watching, cable cars, lakes, etc..

5. Visit Poas Volcano

Poas Volcano, located in the Central Volcanic Range, is one of the most visited places in the country. It has one of the largest geyser-like craters on the planet, with a diameter of approximately 1.32 km. In addition, there is a second crater where the green lagoon is located, which takes on this colour due to its large amount of sulfuric acid.

FAQs: Holiday Homes & Rentals in Costa Rica

How much did it cost for a holiday rental in Costa Rica in 2020, the first year impacted by the corona crisis?

Our data shows that Costa Rica has an average price of €176.87 per night, which is a relatively high one under the countries in North America.

When are holiday rentals cheaper in Costa Rica?

According to our most recent historical data, the months with the most reduced prices in Costa Rica are May, October, and June, with average prices of €141.67, €166.26 and €167.98, respectively.

When does the price of holiday rentals in Costa Rica go up the most?

It can be concluded, analysing the data for the year 2020, that the costs per night for accommodation is usually higher, on average, during the months of April (€203.91), January (€199.47), and December (€194.73).

Do I need to plan a trip to Costa Rica well in advance?

To discover Costa Rica, it is not necessary to be very organised in advanced. It has a high annual average availability of 55%, which leaves room for spontaneity.

Which months offer the highest availability?

The months that have the highest availability, on average, are May (with an availability of 69.6%) June (67.75%), and July (67.5%), according to the trends observed in 2020.

When are there fewer rental options available in Costa Rica?

The months with the lowest properties available in Costa Rica are, in order, February, January and March, with respective average availability figures of 23.4%, 28%, and 36.75%, based on data collected in 2020.

Are there many holiday homes in Costa Rica?

Holidu offers around 8300 holiday lettings in Costa Rica from 13 different partners, so you will find the perfect type of accommodation you are looking for. We have everything you need!

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