Every vendor here earned their place.

Surf-focused boutique resort at the north end of Playa Guiones, a short walk from the sand. Coaching, board rentals, and the live cam BZN runs on every page — courtesy of them.

Long-running Nosara surf school — small groups, ISA-certified instructors, beginner through advanced.

The Nosara surf institution — rentals, lessons, repairs, and a shop full of everything you forgot to pack.

Surf shop, café, and small-batch brewhouse — experiential surf education built around community.

Boutique surf camp on Calle Las Palmas in Sección J — small groups, multi-day packages, and rentals.

Local-owned surf school at Guiones Beach. Good for first-timers and family groups.

Jungle fitness retreat above Nosara — jiu-jitsu, muay thai, yoga, a dojo and gym, cold plunge, and an on-site restaurant.

Stand-up paddle rentals, lessons, and river estuary tours — a different pace than the surf line.

Balinese-inspired yoga resort with a public class schedule and a wellness restaurant open to the village.

Iconic beachfront wellness hotel — surf, yoga, healing arts, and one of the better restaurants in town.

Hilltop retreat center north of the village, dedicated to personal development and sustainability.

The longest-running yoga teacher training in Nosara — community classes too.

Beachfront eco-villas at the south end of Guiones — yoga shala, pool, and one of the prettiest sunset bars in Nosara.

Quiet riverside retreat between Río Montaña and Nosara — yoga, spa treatments, and a slower pace.

Family-run Italian restaurant — pizza, pasta, a wood-fired oven, and a courtyard that fills early in high season.

Health food café and grocery in one — pastries, breakfast bowls, salads, and locally-sourced everything.

Specialty coffee roaster and garden café — single-origin pour-overs in a quiet garden setting.

One of the longest-running cafés in Guiones — surfer breakfasts, big sandwiches, and a regular crowd.

Hotel + surf club + bar — long open-air space, big menu, live music some nights.

French bakery and bistro at the entrance to Guiones — croissants, espresso, full menu and a small pool.

Beachfront restaurant on Playa Pelada — sunset cocktails, Mediterranean menu, the long-standing date-night spot.

Casual Pelada favorite (now trading as Chivo Republic) — tacos, tequila, an Asian take-out menu, and easy pub-style service.

Craft brewery and taco spot in the heart of Guiones — house beers, a lively crowd, and some of the best tacos around.

Refined coastal dining — Mediterranean flavors and French technique for a proper night out.

Walk-up window for healthy sandwiches and bowls with organic ingredients, plus an easy open-air patio.

Plant-based kitchen — one of the go-to spots in Nosara for vegan and vegetarian eating.

Tens of thousands of olive ridley sea turtles nest at Ostional on a roughly monthly cycle — one of the most extraordinary natural events on the Pacific coast.

Stand-up paddle and kayak tours of the Nosara river estuary — birds, mangroves, sometimes monkeys overhead.

Long zipline canopy course through the jungle above Nosara — the village's longest-running adventure operator.

Horseback tours along the beach and through the jungle — sunrise and sunset rides.

Sportfishing day trips and remote surf-spot charters out of Garza Beach.

Costa Rica's domestic airline — SJO and LIR to Nosara (NOB) in about an hour, multiple times daily.

Local Costa Rican rental company with a Nosara office — fair rates, mandatory liability handled properly.

Comfortable private and shared vans for transfers between Nosara and the rest of Costa Rica.

Local taxi service — group rates, ride shares, and airport shuttles. The cab number most Nosara residents have saved.

International rental brand with a Nosara office — useful if you want to book through your loyalty account.

General medicine and minor surgery for adults and children — the village's English-friendly clinic.

Full-service dental — cleanings, cosmetic, and emergency. English-speaking.

Hair, nails, facials, and massage — the Guanacaste salon and day spa in downtown Guiones.

In-villa and studio massage — long-standing practice with serious therapists.

Pharmacy in Guiones — prescriptions, OTC, macrobiotic options, and a helpful staff.

Iconic boutique hotel above the Nosara river — viewpoint terrace, private nature reserve, and the region's best sunset.

One of Nosara's most established brokerages — sales, long-term and vacation rentals — now part of the Coldwell Banker network.

Boutique sales brokerage focused on the residential pockets of Nosara.

Contemporary art gallery in Guiones — rotating exhibitions of Costa Rican and visiting artists.

Glasswork studio in Downtown Guiones — fused glass, custom pieces, and a small showroom.

Apple-authorized reseller and AV specialists — useful when something breaks mid-stay.

Clothing and accessories for men and women in Downtown Guiones — useful in a pinch.