Costa Rica Nightlife

Just because the sun has set on the beach doesn't mean the day is over. Tamarindo has the biggest nightlife scene in all of the [Guanacaste](/costa-rica/regions/guanacaste0 beaches and is an adventure all its own. Try your luck at the tables when you're sipping a cocktail in a casino. Dance the night away whilst listening to underground house music. Watch the skyline turn from dusk to darkness at a rooftop bar. Was your day full of exciting activities, and now you need to slow it down a bit? Tamarindo's nightlife options still have you covered. Freshen up after a day of outdoor adventure to partake of remarkably fresh sushi and cocktails at a lounge. Enjoy a romantic dinner al fresco on a warm night, or simply make use of your hotel suite balcony whilst you enjoy a glass of wine before slipping into the jacuzzi — Tamarindo's nightlife can be whatever you want it to be.

San José is the best place to party in Costa Rica. Many of the options here cater to an international crowd — choose from Irish pubs and dancing at European-style discos. Popular spots include dance clubs with live DJs and chilled-out hookah lounges. Cocktails here are similar to what you'd find in North America, with a bit more tropical flair. Popular drinks include a lager called Imperial.

Want a hip nightlife scene but don't want to fall asleep to the sounds of raucous parties every night? Santa Teresa offers just the right amount of chill and after sunset activity, but not so much that you can't get away from it. In fact there is really only one big party every night. The location changes depending on the day of the week so ask around once you arrive. Santa Teresa also has some of the countries premier yoga hotels to choose from so visitors really can find it all in the Santa Teresa - Mal Pais area. You could start your night at one of dozens of amazing restaurants for a delicious meal and craft cocktails. Santa Teresa has attracted chef's from around the world so you literally have almost every type of cuisine to choose from. However, given that you're on the Nicoya Peninsula, seafood is a specialty at most restaurants. Not ready to call it a night? Grab a cocktail or micro brew at one of dozens of lounges or bars — each with its own vibe. Some are quiet while others are the place to be if you want to sip a cold cerveza and jam to reggae. Usually by about 10:30 pm the big party has started to heat up so get ready for salsa dancing, techno on the beach or cheap drinks at bar hoping to draw in a big crowd. If you'd like to retire early, you can head back to your accommodations and rest up for a sunrise yoga class or a long jog on the beach before the sun heats up. If you came to surf then a good night sleep and riding those early morning waves might be your best bet. For many people the late night party scene is secondary to experiencing the natural beauty of the region and the health and wellness culture of the area.

Get ready to embrace the moonlight on your Costa Rica vacation in Jaco. With 2.5 mile (4 km) of sandy fun in the sun, this is the closest beach to the nation's capital city of San José. During the day, you can surf incredible waves, snorkel, kayak, go sportfishing, indulge in jungle adventures and more, but at night... Jaco is a popular destination if you need to blow off a little steam because there's always a party going on. Enjoy dinner in the city before sipping cold cervezas at a beach bar, or go to an upscale lounge to enjoy a quality cocktail. Dance clubs? Got 'em! Poolside parties? You'll find those too! If you need 24 hour access to decadence, stay in a hotel with a pool and casino — enjoy a late night dip or try your luck at the tables. Choose accommodations in the town center and you can take in the cool evening breezes as you dance your way from club to club and bar to bar. When it gets too late in the evening to walk, you shouldn't have any difficulty finding a cab. Whatever your idea of after dark fun, Jaco's nightlife has a hotspot for you.