Currency in Costa Rica / Money

Money: Costa Rican currency is the COLON. It floats daily against the dollar and can be exchanged at banks and change booths. American dollars and major credit cards are acceptable almost everywhere, except in small business establishments or hotels and restaurants in remote locations. Traveler Checks are not exchanged ad favorably as cash. If you pay by creit card, a small surcharge is sometimes added. ATMs are available in most cities and towns with bank offices.

Helpful tip: If you go to the ATM to get money please don`t leave it till you take your card again.