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Hotel Good Life

Hotel in Coco

Located in Coco, within a 10-minute walk of Coco Beach and 23 miles of Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium, Hotel Good Life provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as...

F
Fernandez
From
Costa Rica
Beautiful and serene ambiance, new and wonderful facilities. Centrally located in town, but away from noise and crowds. Wonderful and friendly staff. A true gem of a find.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Price from
$140
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Sol Sámara

Hotel in Sámara

Located in Sámara, a few steps from Samara Beach, Hotel Sol Sámara has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

C
Cem Batu
From
Turkey
A great place to stay, no expensive and with good amenities. Also close to probably the best beach of Samara literally 5 minutes by walk. Food is also tasty and staff are pretty kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
Price from
$89.10
1 night, 2 adults

House of Nomad - Adults only

Hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, a 6-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach, House of Nomad - Adults only has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

N
Nicolas
From
Canada
The room sit in front of a nice pool in the earth of Tamarindo so you don’t need to plan anything with the car cuz everything is close , a very nice place with some very nice people running it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews
Price from
$111
1 night, 2 adults

Suitree Experience Hotel

Hotel in Guanacaste

Located in Guanacaste, 20 miles from Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium, Suitree Experience Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

L
Leonardokayi
From
Turkey
Pablo and Brandon welcomed us to a gorgeous, dreamy place surrounded by greenery and tranquility—an excellent "Suitree" in Guanacaste, in the middle of the forest. Our room was spacious, spotless, and well-appointed. It is a fascinating place... very well maintained and with unique details. There is an excellent view of the entire hill complex. When we have the chance, we will stop again at this oasis of tranquility. It is a beautiful experience that I wholeheartedly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
$220.50
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Front Bahia

Hotel in Sámara

Located in Sámara, a few steps from Samara Beach, Beach Front Bahia provides air-conditioned rooms and a bar. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a garden view.

M
María Paula
From
Costa Rica
Excellent breakfast and view! Great room with nice facilities. Great staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 932 reviews
Price from
$120.75
1 night, 2 adults

LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique

Hotel in Potrero

Located in Potrero, a 12-minute walk from Penca Beach, LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach...

V
Val
From
Canada
The owners are amazing! Will do anything to make guests feel comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
$96
1 night, 2 adults

Tuki Tuki Lodge

Hotel in Sámara

Located in Sámara, 0.6 mi from Samara Beach, Tuki Tuki Lodge offers accommodations with a terrace and free private parking. The accommodations features a 24-hour front desk and room service for...

K
Kris
From
Costa Rica
Property was very clean and well maintained
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
$106.06
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Amira

Hotel in Carrillo

A 9-minute walk from Carrillo Beach, Hotel Amira is located in Carrillo and has free WiFi and a tour desk.

A
Aliaksandra
From
Canada
The hotel features a gorgeous property, pleasant rooms, and an excellent breakfast! Plus, we were delighted with its location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
$88.50
1 night, 2 adults

SoulShine

Hotel in Playa Avellana

Located in Playa Avellana, a 6-minute walk from Avellanas Beach, SoulShine has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Guests can use a bar.

E
Eric
From
Canada
Good location if you have a car, with excellent restaurants within 5-15mins driving. Walk to beach pleasant across mangrove swamp on raised walkway. Owner and staff very pleasant, knowledgeable of area, and helpful. Restaurant area good place to relax during day with a beer or coffee. Not open for dinner although this may be changing. Accommodations very attractive, clean and well maintained although bathroom lighting in our unit at least was inadequate. Good size bathroom with lots of hot water for shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
$161.69
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Carlota Tamarindo

Hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, Hotel Carlota Tamarindo provides a garden. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking.

F
Fares
From
France
Very friendly and welcoming family. Clean room and very confortable. All the needed is there. Beautiful pool and outdoor kitchen with a pergola.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
$73.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Guanacaste's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews

The Nomadic Hotel is centrally located in Playa Guiones, Nosara, Costa Rica within a 5 minute walk to the surf point and beach. Enjoy complimentary breakfast every morning.

From $504.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews

The Coast Beachfront Hotel is located on Tamarindo Beach. We offer 24-hour reception, security, private parking, concierge services and the hotel is a 5-minute walk downtown.

From $308.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 691 reviews

This property is just a 3 minute walk from Tamarindo beach, and features an outdoor pool in a tropical setting. There is free WiFi throughout the property, and daily housekeeping.

From $129.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge is set in Nosara and also provides a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a concierge service.

From $366.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

Located in Tamarindo, a 13-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach, Hotel Casa Leona provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

From $169.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Located in Nosara, a 7-minute walk from Guiones Beach, Olas Verdes Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From $435.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

Located in Puerto Humo, 29 mi from Playa Hermosa, Rancho Humo Estancia features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

From $226 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Located a mere 164 feet from Guiones’s main break, in Nosara, Costa Rica, The Sunset Shack features a year-round outdoor pool and guests can also enjoy the on-site restaurant.

From $271.20 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Located in Tamarindo, Hotel Carlota Tamarindo provides a garden. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

Located in Sámara, Samara Palm Lodge has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

Cabinas El Colibri, Apart Hotel features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Carrillo.

From $84.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Featuring a garden, terrace and views of mountain, Agua Inn is located in Nuevo Arenal, 31 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall.

From $101.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Hotel Huacas has accommodations in Huacas. There's a year-round outdoor pool and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, rooms contain a desk.

From $101.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located within a 11-minute walk of Cuajiniquil Beach and 10 miles of Parque Nacional Santa Rosa, Bay Lodge provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in La Cruz.

From $101.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

Located in Nuevo Arenal, 22 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Toucan Lane provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $107.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Located in Tilarán, 23 miles from Sky Adventures Monteverde, Hotel Naralit provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

From $73.45 per night

Hotels in Guanacaste you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

Located in Tamarindo, a few steps from Tamarindo Beach, Perla de la Playa Beachfront Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

From $204.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Located in Huacas, Cote Pacific Casitas offers 3-star accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.

From $136.73 per night

Casitas de la Paz

Hotel in Coco
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Featuring a garden, Casitas de la Paz is located in Coco in the Guanacaste region, 1.1 miles from Coco Beach and 22 miles from Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium.

From $50.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Located in Cañas, 29 miles from Palo Verde National Park, Hotel Caña Brava Inn has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi.

From $115.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Located in Playa Avellana, 1.2 miles from Avellanas Beach, Finca Avellanas has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From $118.99 per night

Located in Santa Cruz, Cabinas Marylu Antigua Cabinas Permont is 20 miles from Barra Honda National Park. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

From $64.49 per night

Located in Arenal, 31 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Blue Jungle Lodge provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

El Sabanero Eco Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in San Francisco. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From $305.10 per night

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From $526.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Beautiful spot right on the beach with an open air restaurant and bar. Grounds were lush. Beach had very few people each day. The staff were incredibly friendly. Johnathan was so kind to our children at dinner and encouraged them to speak Spanish. Alexis greeted us every morning at breakfast and shared about their culture. Roy arranged some great tours for us. Jairo was the most kind and attentive person.
Guest review by
Kelly
United States
From $470.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Exceptional customer service, beautiful rooms and architecture. The hotel was super clean and felt very safe. The pool was gorgeous and clean as well. Very good location right by the beach. I highly recommend this place if you are willing to pay a bit more.
Guest review by
Renzo
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
The property is beautiful and the condo is HUGE and quiet. Wifi is fast, and A/C is reliable. The grounds are maintained and the staff is friendly and helpful. Felt safe the entire time and enjoyed the feeling of being fully amongst nature.
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Viviyan
United States
From $411.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews
Beautiful setting above the beach at Playa Carrillo. Great staff, and truly a gem! Honeymoon room overlooking the property and the beach, room 407, is the best!
Guest review by
Dan
United States
From $341.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews
The proximity to the beach to watch the most epic sunsets. The lawn was always well manicured. Everything was very clean but not that modern. Still very lovely.
Guest review by
Ann
Canada
From $90.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
Very convenient to the bus station. Breakfast included in the room price. Comfortable room. Beautiful pool. Many stores and restaurants within walking distance.
Guest review by
Jana
United States
From $226 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
The property grounds were spectacular - a tropical paradise with so many beautiful plants and birds. The setting was so amazing it’s almost hard to describe.
Guest review by
Beth
United States
From $298.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews
- Beautiful, almost private, beach - Clean room - Delicious Italian restaurant - Tasty breakfast - Cozy hotel
Guest review by
Larysa
United States
From $366.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Location, proximity, elevated guest experience with unbeatable flavors, scenery and views of Costa Rica.
Guest review by
Josh
United States
From $889.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Facilities are amazing and super friendly staff. A lot of different activities within the property
Guest review by
Andres
Colombia
From $143.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 616 reviews
Everything was beautiful. The staff was exceptional, the beach gorgeous, and the food very good.
Guest review by
Daniela
United States
From $316.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 893 reviews
Great area with lots to explore on the large compound around the hotel.
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Hannes
Switzerland
From $302.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
Everything but I have to remark the incredible service of all the staff
Guest review by
Melissa
Costa Rica
From $156.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 978 reviews
The pool and the feel of the property - warm and welcoming
Guest review by
Cathy
Canada
From $713.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews
Very clean. Rooms are exquisite. Excellent room service
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LINDA
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
The view to the ocean it’s amazing
Guest review by
Katherine
Costa Rica
From $135.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
It was near where we needed to go.
Guest review by
Jennifer
United States

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10

Tamarindo is a nice place to visit if you want to relax on...

Tamarindo is a nice place to visit if you want to relax on the beach for a few days. The beach is clean and there are a variety of other activities available in the area as well as respectably priced accommodation. You can make a visit as busy or as quiet as you like. Plenty of places to eat and drink.
Guest review by
Rachel
United Kingdom
2.0

I would hope this helps people avoid Costa Rica, third world...

I would hope this helps people avoid Costa Rica, third world country, third world service, third word food and prices double almost every first world country, the airport and hotels charge 10 dollars for a 50 cent bottle of water
Guest review by
wayne
10

Great town great beach.

Great town great beach. Good supermarkets and friendly people in general. We met some locals through some friends and we were made to feel at home quite quickly. Nice place. Go to the Burger Window, (Google it) its in an open bar which has a few other eating stalls as well. A great curry shack too. But the burgers at Burger Window really are SUPERB. The service is quite non committal. There are few smiles and you can get put off by that. But listen, the burgers are worth the grief. Also try the crepes both savory and sweet at the little Ahora Si shop and then try the big Ahora Si restaurant further up the street. Both owned by the same family. Both very good choices. Ask for Antonio at the little Ahora Si crepe place
Guest review by
Neal
New Zealand
6.0

It is a good place to find a restaurant and nightlife.

It is a good place to find a restaurant and nightlife. There are much nicer beaches close by if you are looking to enjoy the water and a nice sunset. Unfortunately the rising costs in Costa Rica are making it less desirable to visit. It is getting run down in many areas and the costs are climbing dramatically.
Guest review by
Richard
Canada
10

A nice beach town which has most conveniences but is not too...

A nice beach town which has most conveniences but is not too big. We had visited in 1988 so the development since then was breathtaking. We visited during the off-season (October) so it was very rainy but had clear periods each day. The advantage to visiting this time of year is hotel prices are generally lower, but many businesses are closed so for example a restaurant you wanted to visit may not be open and I had more difficulty renting a good surfboard than I thought I would. As mentioned before, the rain can be a problem during the off-season but I understand the period from December to April is mostly rain free. I would imagine the town is much more crowded in season which could affect the experience.
Guest review by
Anonymous
4.0

The resort was nice, pool was refreshing.

The resort was nice, pool was refreshing. No premium drinks, a bottle of Crown was $90, and only 1 brand of beer. The food at the buffet wasn't the greatest. Fish was dry, salad dressings were odd or just oil and vinegar. One day I had a poached egg and the yolk was hard and the whites were runny. French toast was hard and tough on the outside and soggy on the middle. You could only eat in the specialty restaurants once for every 3 days of stay.
Guest review by
Carol
10

We stayed at Hotel Velero right off the beach in Playa...

We stayed at Hotel Velero right off the beach in Playa Hermosa. It was relatively quiet (in the best way!) compared to the neighboring Playa del Coco. The beach was clean, the sand was soft, and the temperature was great. We saw dolphins and great sea birds from breakfast at Hotel Velero. We also had dinner at Roberto's and La Casita del Marisco. I would highly recommend Playa Hermosa to everyone and would love to return!
Guest review by
Jennie
United States
10

Playa Flamingo was one of our favorite stops on our 10-day...

Playa Flamingo was one of our favorite stops on our 10-day trip. It's scenic, relaxed, and incredibly fun to explore. Driving along the coast was a highlight in itself, with beautiful ocean views and plenty of little spots to pull over and enjoy. Getting around was super easy with a car or motorcycle, though you do have to watch out for the many potholes and speed bumps. Where we ate: Coco Loco- Incredible food right on the beach, and the piña coladas were honestly some of the best we’ve ever had. Gracia La Vid- Amazing pizzas in a casual, open-air setting. Fun vibe, great for dinner after a day in the sun. Playa Flamingo is perfect for groups of friends looking for a mix of adventure and relaxation. We enjoyed a sunset catamaran tour, horseback riding, ATV tours, and jet ski rentals. All are easy to book and great ways to experience the coast. If you’re looking for beautiful beaches, great food, and plenty of activities, Playa Flamingo is definitely worth a visit.
Guest review by
B Camacho
United States
10

The scenery in Nuevo Arenal is amazing.

The scenery in Nuevo Arenal is amazing. Both the volcano and the lake offer many chances for impressive photographs. The town has the necessities that a visitor might need. Restaurants serve good food at good prices.
Guest review by
ian
Canada
10

We did not originally plan to do the beach this trip, it was...

We did not originally plan to do the beach this trip, it was a cloud forest and volcano trip, we decided last minute to go the beach and chose Conchal beach as the place to go. Patagonia restaurant is a great Place for dinner.
Guest review by
Erhardt