Has anyone been to Costa Rica recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Apps or platforms to use
I was there 6 months ago and had a great time. Wondering if things have changed.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
Long term stay in Costa Rica — visa and costs
Started by DCExplorer · 16 Mar 2026 · 1642 views
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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21 Mar 2026 at 15:19
I was there in February and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: go early evening.
My tip: go early evening.
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22 Mar 2026 at 06:19
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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22 Mar 2026 at 07:19
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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23 Mar 2026 at 10:19
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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25 Mar 2026 at 17:36
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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25 Mar 2026 at 20:19
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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25 Mar 2026 at 20:36
This matches my experience. Costa Rica is one of my favorites.
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:36
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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26 Mar 2026 at 08:36
Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Did you use freelancers or find girls at bars?
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:36
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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I was there in March and prices were about average. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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26 Mar 2026 at 20:36
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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