Global Booking.com Cyberattack Triggers Phishing Warning for Costa Rica Travelers and Hosts

Booking.com confirms a global data breach affecting reservation info. Learn how to protect your Costa Rica travel plans from sophisticated phishing scams.

By: AXL Media

Published: May 1, 2026, 7:23 AM EDT

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The Breach: What Data Was Exposed?

The attack, which came to light in mid-April 2026, involved the unauthorized access of:

Full names and email addresses.

Phone numbers.

Specific reservation details (hotel names, check-in/out dates, and shared guest requests).

While Booking.com has not released the specific number of affected users in Costa Rica, the breach is particularly significant here due to the platform’s dominance among boutique hotels, eco-lodges, and vacation rentals in hotspots like La Fortuna, Tamarindo, and Manuel Antonio.