Mariajuana

Liberia


An indoor-outdoor gastropub festooned with African masks and cat-themed art. In other words, the perfect place to sip a regional Guanaca beer (made with local honey for a sweet finish) and snack on appetizers (US$7 to US$8) or substantial steak or seafood platters. Finish off a hot Guanacaste afternoon with a 'heart-attack sundae.'

Bonus points for the vegetarian and kids' menus, and don't miss the live music on Fridays.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Liberia attractions

2. La Gobernación

0.15 MILES

This old municipal building is little more than a landmark in the center of town, but it occasionally hosts interesting exhibitions or live music…

3. Parque Central

0.16 MILES

The somewhat shady but not particularly picturesque Parque Central frames Iglesia Inmaculada Concepción de María. The park is also the seasonal hangout of…

4. Museo de Guanacaste

0.21 MILES

The wheels of development grind slowly here in Liberia. The intention is that this historic building will no longer be just the former city jail or…

5. La Agonía

0.21 MILES

With whitewashed walls and twin pillars flanking the front door, La Agonía typifies the Spanish colonial architecture that earned Liberia its 'White City'…

6. Sabanero Statue

0.45 MILES

Near the entrance of town, this statue of a steely-eyed sabanero (cowboy), complete with an evocative poem by Rodolfo Salazar Solórzano, stands watch over…

7. Ponderosa Adventure Park

5.66 MILES

Wildebeests, zebras, giraffes and other African animals are right at home in the dry Guanacaste heat, as you can see at this private wildlife reserve. The…

8. Reserva Biológica Lomas de Barbudal

8.83 MILES

Forming a cohesive unit with Palo Verde, the 26 sq m Lomas de Barbudal is an option for more off-the-beaten-track independent hiking. You can explore the…