Insider Tips

Make sure to treat yourself to a fantastic Tomahawk steak at Novillo Alegre after playing a round at Valle del Sol.
Don’t miss out on visiting Poas Volcano in the morning before the clouds roll in—while you're there, indulge in some strawberries with condensed milk; they’re delicious!
Your stay in San Jose should definitely include a coffee tour and some amazing views of volcanoes.
And pro tip: consider using Uber instead of renting a car since traffic can be quite tricky.
Some popular spots to eat are Novillo Alegre Lindora, Esquina de Buenos Aires, and Tin Jo.

While you’re enjoying your time at Finca 360, ask your guide to take you to Hule Lake and combine it with a visit to Toro Waterfall
The Hanging Bridges offer an incredible photo opportunity with Arenal Volcano as your backdrop—early mornings are the best for that perfect shot!
At Finca 360, you'll get to savor an authentic Costa Rican dish called arreglado.
And don’t forget about Fortuna Waterfall; it’s absolutely stunning! Just take it slow on the way down since it's quite the hike with lots of steps—definitely not for anyone with bad knees!
Check out our La Fortuna area guide

You won’t want to miss the breathtaking sunsets Costa Rica is famous for! Head over to Cocos at Flamingo beach, Pangas at Tamarindo beach, or Lolas at Avellanas beach for a lovely post-round sunset experience. For a local experience, Camaron Dorado in Brasilito beach.
To beat the heat (which peaks between 11 AM - 1 PM), tee off around 12:30 PM for an enjoyable afternoon round at Conchal or Pinilla before catching that gorgeous sunset afterward
People watch while enjoying a great beach view - go to Chiringuito in Tamarindo.
On your last day in CR, consider a sunset catamaran cruise—it’s such a memorable way to wrap up your trip!
If you’re interested in adventure activities like zip lining, horseback riding, river tubing, thermal waters, volcanic mud baths, plus a short hike to an amazing waterfall, just ask us about great day trip option!
Check out our Guanacaste Area Guide

For the best sunsets around, check out Villa Caletas—it's my favorite spot in Costa Rica and just 20 minutes from Los Suenos golf course!
Again, try teeing off around 12:30 PM during those hot hours so you can enjoy both your game and the sunset later.
Plan your visit to Manuel Antonio National Park on a Monday if possible—it’ll help you avoid crowds. Make sure to purchase park passes well in advance too!
A catamaran cruise over to Tortuga Island is also highly recommended as it makes for an exciting full-day activity.
Stops to eat: Los Suenos Marina Italian, Coco in Herradura Beach, people watch at Claritas Bar, Lemon Zest, or a delicious gelato at the Marina
Check out our Jaco/Los Suenos complete area guide

Any eatery with the name "SODA" has great Costa Rica food at cheap prices - ask for a steak casado, a Chifrijo.
When renting a car, go with National or Budget—they accept credit card coverage which can save you $25-50 per day! Just keep in mind there's mandatory insurance that you'll need to buy separately since most companies don’t include it in their quotes.
Download an offline map of Costa Rica on Google Maps so you can save data and navigate easily when service isn’t available.
When driving from Guanacaste to Los Suenos - stop at La Leda restaurant for a garlic calamari dish.
Uber is widely available in Jaco/Los Suenos and San Jose too!
No need to tip since all restaurant bills automatically include a 10% service charge by law.If you're driving around with rental cars, remember not to leave valuables visible while parked—always opt for paid parking areas or places where there's someone watching over the cars (called 'guachiman'). They usually expect $2-4 depending on how long you've parked there.
Avoid exchanging dollars at the airport; ATMs will give you colones instead or use credit cards everywhere—you'll find they’re accepted almost everywhere you'll go! And don't worry about cash for toll roads; dollars work fine there as well—just bring along some $1 bills.