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Four types of place to think about, before choosing a town.

Updated: November 3, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Palm trees and calm sea at blue hour
Palm trees and calm sea at blue hour · Photo: Original image
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Beach life and warm weatherPacific and Caribbean coastal communitiesDistance to the beach, services, rainy-season conditions
Cooler, quieter, greenHighland and mountain townsRoad access, fog and rain, distance to services
City services and accessThe Central Valley around San JoséTraffic, noise, security
Nature and privacyRural and forest areasWater, access roads, medical care distance

For a coastal deep-dive, visit Costa Rica Beach Realty, one of our network sites.

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