The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2023. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Costa Rica. I hope you will like it!
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1 Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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This property is a beachfront hotel that has an outdoor pool, spa facilities and massage services. It also features meeting rooms, gardens and on-site shops. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in the business centre and private parking.
The rustic-style rooms at Capitán Suizo Beach Front Boutique Hotel are air conditioned and have a seating area, safety deposit box and balconies. They are decorated with wooden furniture and light-coloured beddings.
The on-site restaurant serves local dishes and international-style cuisine. It also has a bar.
Hotel Capitán Suizo Beach Front Boutique Hotel can help the guest with the arrangements to take tours like canopy, sports fishing or horseback riding. Kayaking is also a suggested activity.
Tamarindo Beach is less than 200 metres from the hotel and guests can be at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport after a 1-hour drive.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around $334.
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2 Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas Tambor, Costa Rica
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Facing the Gulf of Nicoya in Quizales Beach, Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas has its own private beach area and outdoors pool. Free Wi-Fi connection is possible throughout.
The minimalist-style decorated rooms are air conditioned and feature flat-screen cable TVs, coffee maker and a minibar. All rooms have a balcony overlooking the gardens or the sea. The bathroom is private, has a shower and hairdryer, and offers toiletries.
At Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas there are two restaurants that serve local and international-style meals. There is also a snack bar in the hotel by the pool.
The property also has sun terraces, gardens, tennis courts and a 9-hole golf course, Massage services are given in the spa
Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas may arrange snorkelling and fishing tours, horse riding or bike rides into the mountains. Tortuga Island can be reached by boat in 20 minutes, and Montezuma town is 30 minutes’ drive away. To get to Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas, guests must take a 25-minute flight from San José to Tambor Airport, which is 8 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $256.
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3 Bahia del Sol Beach front Boutique Hotel Potrero, Costa Rica
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This charming beachfront hotel is located on Playa Potrero on the scenic Pacific Coast. It offers a spa with massage and beauty treatments and an indoor and outdoor pool with hot tub.
The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Bahia del Sol feature a terrace and garden views, cable TV and a minibar. Suites also include a separate lounge and kitchenette.
Breakfast at the hotel features tropical fruits, American dishes and Costa Rican Coffee. The Bahía Restaurant serves gourmet tropical cuisine and there is a swim-up pool bar and snack bar.
You can practice watersports on the beach, and Playa Flamingo is 3 km away. The Reserva Conchal Golf Course is 10 minutes’ drive away and the Las Baulas National Marina Park is 15 minutes’ drive away.
Bahia del Sol offers car and bicycle rental, free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Tamarindo is 24 km away and Daniel Oduber Airport is a 45-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $242.
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4 Kura Boutique Hotel Uvita, Costa Rica
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Kura Boutique Hotel by Cayuga Collection in Uvita provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a bar and a private beach area. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.
The units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine.
Guests at Kura Boutique Hotel can enjoy a à la carte breakfast. The restaurant at the accommodation serves Caribbean and Seafood cuisine.
You can play billiards at Kura Boutique Hotel, and car hire is available.
Playa Hermosa is 20 km from the hotel, while Dominical is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Palmar Sur, 45 km from Kura Boutique Hotel , and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.8
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5 Vista del Alma Boutique - Adult Only Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica
Hotel. Located in Santa Teresa Beach, Vista del Alma offers an outdoor swimming pool and garden. The property has a terrace, as well as a shared lounge. The accommodation features, ticket service and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, the rooms include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All the units will provide you a kitchen. All guest rooms will provide guests with a toaster. Surfing classes, fishing boat, ATVs are among the activities that guests can enjoy near Vista del Alma. Montezuma is 15 km from the accommodation, while Tambor is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tambor Airport, 31 km from the property. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $399.
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6 Jardin del Eden Boutique Hotel Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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This adults-only boutique hotel offers stylish accommodations with ocean views and tropical gardens. Jardin del Eden also features a private beach garden located in the middle of Tamarindo beach.
Each room provides free WiFi, noise reduced air conditioning, flat-screen TV, digital safe, mini fridge and coffee maker.
Jardin del Eden also features a spa and wellness centre. The on-site poolside restaurant features a blend of Asian, Mediterranean and Central American flavors made from fresh local ingredients. Guests can enjoy breakfast, a light snack-style lunch and a limited a la carte dinner.
Activities offered in the area are snorkeling, diving, horseback riding and fishing. The hotel staff can help with information of what is worth sightseeing. Jardin del Eden is located 45 minutes drive from Costa Rica's Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) and a 5 minutes drive away from Tamarindo domestic airport.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $390.
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7 Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
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Offering a beautiful tropical forest setting, Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel is a walking distance from Cocles beach in Puerto Viejo. This luxurious resort features a beach club, an outdoor swimming pool and a spa.
The chic rooms and suites at Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel have minimalist, white décor and terraces overlooking the forest. All accommodations have an iPod docking station, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.
Creative, international cuisine is served in the Beach Club Noa. The Jungle Spa offers a range of treatments including facials, body scrubs, body wraps and massage.
The hotel can arrange trips to nearby Cahuita National Park, Kekoldi Indigenous Reserve and Veragua Rainforest. Other activities include excursions to cocoa plantations and sloth sanctuaries, rainforest canopy tours, and dolphin and turtle watching trips.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $279.
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8 Casa Caletas Boutique Hotel Puerto Coyote, Costa Rica
Hotel. Featuring an outdoor pool and restaurant, Casa Caletas Boutique Hotel is located in Bejuco. This accommodation offers a bar, garden and shared lounge. Free WiFi access is available. Each room at Casa Caletas Boutique Hotel provides a flat-screen cable TV, desk and balcony. Featuring a bath or shower, private bathrooms also include free toiletries. Linens and towels are also provided. The hotel offers an array of amenities, including a TV area and daily maid service. The property offers free parking. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $195.
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9 AWà Beach Hotel Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
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Beachfront property located in Puerto Viejo. Estblishment set 40 m away from the beach., less than 1 km from Chiquita Beach. Jaguar Rescue Center is 2.7 km from the accommodation.
aWà Beach Hotel provides accommodation with a bar, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.
Four different types of room will surprise the visitor, energy, color and design fused in a very special way
A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel.
The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at aWà Beach Hotel.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around $228.
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10 Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort by Cayuga Collection features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a bar and shared lounge in Manuel Antonio. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property has a hammam, evening entertainment and a concierge service.
The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a bath, a hairdryer and a desk. All units feature a wardrobe.
Guests at the resort can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Arenas del Mar Beachfront offers a terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation.
Playa Biesanz is 1.3 km from Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort, while El Santuario Canopy Adventure Tour is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International, 119 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $1340.
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11 Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica
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Hotel Nantipa is situated in Santa Teresa Beach and features a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar. The property offers a 24-hour front desk.
At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. At Hotel Nantipa, the rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
A à la carte breakfast is available every morning at the property.
Montezuma is 10 km from the accommodation, while Tambor is 16 km away. Tambor Airport is 19 km from the property.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $519.
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12 Gigi Brown Beachfront Santa Teresa Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica
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Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, less than 1 km from Carmen Beach, Gigi Brown Beachfront Santa Teresa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Gigi Brown Beachfront Santa Teresa provides some rooms with sea views, and each room has a balcony. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
à la carte and gluten-free breakfast options are available each morning at Gigi Brown Beachfront Santa Teresa. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean, Pizza and Sushi cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel.
Popular points of interest near Gigi Brown Beachfront Santa Teresa include Mar Azul, Mal Pais Beach and Mal País. The nearest airport is Tambor Airport, 26 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $513.
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13 Beach Front Bahia Sámara, Costa Rica
Hotel. Featuring a terrace, bar and views of sea, Beach Front Bahia is set in Sámara, a few steps from Samara Beach. The property is situated 4.2 km from Isla Piedra Blanca, 4. 3 km from Santo Domingo and 5.6 km from Chinampas. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. At the hotel, every room has a patio. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms come with a kitchenette fitted with a fridge. At Beach Front Bahia all rooms have bed linen and towels. A à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Belgian and French cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play squash at Beach Front Bahia, and the area is popular for snorkelling and cycling. Galilea is 7.7 km from the hotel, while Terciopelo is 7.7 km away. The nearest airport is Nosara Airport, 28 km from Beach Front Bahia. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $89.
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14 Casa Cecilia Beach Front Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica
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Located in Santa Teresa Beach, 400 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, Casa Cecilia Beach Front provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With a private beach area, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
The units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Casa Cecilia Beach Front features certain rooms with sea views, and every room is equipped with a patio. All units will provide guests with a fridge.
The accommodation offers a à la carte or continental breakfast.
Casa Cecilia Beach Front offers a barbecue.
Cocal Grande Beach is 2.2 km from the hotel, while Montezuma Waterfal is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Tambor Airport, 25 km from Casa Cecilia Beach Front.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $110.
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15 Pacheco Tours Beach Cabins Drake, Costa Rica
Hotel. Pacheco Cabins is located in Drake, 5 minutes’ walk from Colorada Beach. Free WiFi access is available. The functional and simple rooms will provide you with a balcony, a patio and a seating area. The full, private bathroom has a shower. You can enjoy sea view from all the rooms. Extras include a fan. At Pacheco Cabins you will find a 24-hour front desk. Other facilities offered include a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings outdoors, including horse riding, hiking and diving. The property offers free parking. The property is located in the middle of Casita Corcovado and Cabinas Murillo. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $60.
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16 Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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This stylish boutique hotel is set upon the hills of Quepos Point, just a 5-minute walk from Biesanz Beach and a 10-minutes walking from Manuel Antonio National Park Beach. It offers free WiFi, an outdoor pool with sun terrace, and a luxurious spa with hot tub.
The elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms at Shana Hotel & Spa feature a furnished balcony with garden or ocean views. Flatscreen cable TV, a minibar and safe are all included, while the luxurious bathrooms with rain shower, bathrobes.
The hotel offers a free daily breakfast at the on-site Bella Vista Restaurant, which serves both regional and international cuisine throughout the day, while the Living Bar and Lounge offers the perfect setting for relaxing.
Hiking, cycling and fishing are all popular nearby. The Manuel Antonio National Park and the village of Quepos are two of the most amazing tourist attractions in Costa Rica. both just a 15-minute drive away.
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers car rental and free private parking. San Jose and Juan Santamaría International Airport are a 2-hour drive away.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $155.
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17 Tambor Tropical Beach Resort- Adults Only Tambor, Costa Rica
Hotel. Set in Tambor, 500 metres from Tambor Beach, Tambor Tropical Beach Resort- Adults Only offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. All units feature a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. A à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the property. At the hotel guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Tambor Tropical Beach Resort- Adults Only. Montezuma Waterfal is 14 km from the accommodation, while Tortuga Island is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tambor Airport, 4 km from Tambor Tropical Beach Resort- Adults Only. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $215.
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18 Nosara Beach Hotel Nosara, Costa Rica
Hotel. Situated in Nosara, a few steps from Pelada Beach, Nosara Beach Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy Caribbean and Mediterranean dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a patio with a garden view. Rooms have a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms come with a kitchen fitted with a microwave. At Nosara Beach Hotel all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. à la carte and American breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation. You can play billiards at Nosara Beach Hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Guiones Beach is 300 metres from the hotel, while Nosara Beach is 2.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Nosara Airport, 4 km from Nosara Beach Hotel. Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $287.
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19 The Coast Beachfront Hotel Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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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. Tamarindo Airport is 10 minutes' away while the international Liberia airport is one hour.
The Coast Beachfront Hotel offers free optic fibre WiFi throughout the property. There are rooms with beach views and pool views. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen.
Enjoy great swimming and surfing out front.
There are lounge chairs, beach chairs and boogie boards. For a surcharge, the property offers a round trip airport shuttle.
While our hotel does not have a restaurante, all our units are equipped with a full kitchen. As well there are many restaurants in the area.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $275.
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20 Hotel Azul Ocean Club Beachfront - Adults Only Playa Azul, Costa Rica
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Offering a restaurant, Hotel Azul Ocean Club is located in the beachfront area of Playa Azul. Free Wi-Fi access is available, as well as free breakfast service.
Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a balcony. There is also a coffee machine. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Extras include a minibar and cable channels. Some units feature a kitchen.
The property has 2 on-site restaurants available that offer snacks and international-style dishes.Limited time hours.
At Hotel Azul Ocean Club you will find a limited time hours front desk. Pura Aventura Ecopark can be reached in a 30-minute drive, while Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport is 1 hour and 30 minutes’ drive away.
The property offers free parking.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $197.
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21 Hotel Beachfront Vista Hermosa Jacó, Costa Rica
Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Vista Hermosa is located in Jacó, on Vista Hermosa Beach. Surfing lessons and free WiFi access are available. Each room here will provide you with a TV and air conditioning. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has a refrigerator and a dining table. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. At Hotel Vista Hermosa you will find a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include water sports facilities. The property offers free parking. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 64 km away. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $175.
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22 The Backyard Beachfront Hotel Jacó, Costa Rica
Hotel. Situated in Jacó, a few steps from Hermosa Beach, The Backyard Beachfront Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and water sports facilities. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Rooms are fitted with a balcony with views of the garden. At the hotel the rooms include air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a patio with pool view. Rooms come with a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a sea view. All rooms at The Backyard Beachfront Hotel are fitted with a seating area. Rainforest Adventures Jaco is 12 km from the accommodation, while Bijagual Waterfall is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is La Managua, 61 km from The Backyard Beachfront Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $150.
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23 Cariblue Beach and Jungle Resort Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
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Offering charming rooms and bungalows with thatched roofs, Cariblue Beach and Jungle Resort is set in tropical gardens, 1 km from Playa Cocles. It features an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub and a restaurant.
All accommodation at Cariblue Beach and Jungle Resort has a terrace overlooking the gardens. There is a fan and a private bathroom.
Guests can enjoy a Costa Rican breakfast. Soleluna Restaurant offers Italian cuisine and specialises in seafood dishes.
Cahuita and Gandoca-Manzanillo nationals parks are within 20 km of the Cariblue. San José and its airport can be reached in approximately 3.5 hours by car.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $106.
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24 Nammbú Beach Front Bungalows Sámara, Costa Rica
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Nammbú Beach Front Bungalows has a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Sámara. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a garden and a terrace. The accommodation features room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Nammbú Beach Front Bungalows rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast.
Carrillo Beach is a few steps from Nammbú Beach Front Bungalows, while Samara Beach is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Nosara, 32 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $186.
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25 Ride On Beach House Nosara, Costa Rica
Hotel. Set in Nosara, less than 1 km from Guiones Beach, Ride On Beach House offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the various facilities are a terrace, a bar, as well as barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is located 2. 3 km from Pelada Beach. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe, bed linen and a balcony with pool view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Ride On Beach House also have free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a patio. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Guests at Ride On Beach House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nosara, like cycling. Playa Guiones is less than 1 km from the hotel, while Esperanza is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Nosara, 5 km from Ride On Beach House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $200.
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26 Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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Featuring three outdoor swimming pools overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort has a beautiful setting on Tamarindo Beach. This large resort has 4 restaurants, 4 bars, a spa and a casino.
The attractive rooms at Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort offer garden, pool or ocean views. All accommodation has a seating area, a minibar and a flat-screen TV.
Set overlooking the ocean, Diriá Restaurant offers an a la carte breakfast and dinner, while Matapalo serves Costa Rican dishes, steak and seafood on its terrace. There is also a pizzeria, a beach bar, a cocktail lounge and a café.
Las Baulas National Park is less than 1 km from the resort.
Playa Conchal and Playa Flamingo are within 25 minutes’ drive of Tamarindo. Daniel Oduber International Airport is 65 km away.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around $289.
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27 Iguana Lodge Beach Resort and Spa Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
Resort. Located in Puerto Jiménez, 1 km from Platanares Beach, Iguana Lodge Beach Resort and Spa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the various facilities are a bar, water sports facilities, as well as a tennis court. The resort features a hot tub, a concierge service and free WiFi. At the resort, each room includes a wardrobe, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort and Spa also offer a sea view. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving international cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings. Activities such as hiking, canoeing, cycling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Puerto Jimenez Airport is 5.4 km from Iguana Lodge Beach Resort and Spa, while Río Nuevo is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Puerto Jimenez, 5 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $269.
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28 Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
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Escape to a tropical paradise where golden sands invite you to linger under shady palms and the warm, blue Pacific Ocean beckons you to dive in and explore.
Where a relaxing and casual beach vibe and authentic hospitality truly inspire the spirit of Pura Vida - the pure life.
Relax in beautiful rooms and suites overlooking beautiful gardens, oversized pool and the Pacific Ocean.
Indulge your senses at OnZen Spa, lounge on the pristine beach or enjoy paddleboarding on Pacific waves. Relax by the sparkling outdoor pool and sip a cocktail at the swim-up pool bar.
Take in a spectacular sunset over the ocean while enjoying international cuisine infused with Costa Rican flavors at the restaurant.
Enjoy whitewater rafting, zip-lining adventures, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and volcano tours. At the Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo , the possibilities for romance and adventure are endless.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around $289.
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29 Beachfront Hotel Tramonto Jacó, Costa Rica
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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Hotel Tramonto is located in Playa Hermosa beach in Puntarenas. Free WiFi access in public areas and free private parking are offered.
Each room here will provide you with a cable TV, air conditioning and a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer.
At Hotel Tramonto you will find a fitness centre. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a tour desk and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, horse riding and fishing.
Juan Santamaría International Airport can be reached after a 1.5-hour drive.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $107.
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30 Best Western Jaco Beach All Inclusive Resort Jacó, Costa Rica
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This 4-star hotel is located on Jacó Beach in Costa Rica's Central Pacific region. It offers outdoor pools, and tennis and volleyball courts. All food and beverages are included.
The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Best Western Jacó Beach feature satellite TV, tea and coffee making facilities and en-suite bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort.
Breakfast is served daily and the guests can enjoy local and international cuisine at El Puerto Restaurant with views of the Pacific Ocean. El Almendro Bar sells snacks, and El Muelle Bar has a beachfront location.
There is a games room and supervised children’s activities. Best Western Jacó Beach is just 3 km from Hermosa Beach and its water sports.
The hotel is just 1 km from the centre of Jacó, while the Carara National Park and its tropical birds is 10 km away. San José city is 1 hour 30 minutes' drive away, and Juan Santamaría International Airport is reached in 1 hour 10 minutes by car.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $128.
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31 El Sano Banano Beachside Hotel Montezuma, Costa Rica
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This hotel is located in the Nicoya Peninsula and 10 minutes’ drive from Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. It features free Wi-Fi, full access to the Ylang Ylang Resort’s beach and swimming pool located 10-15 minutes' walk from Sano Banano.
The rooms are regionally decorated with colourful blankets, and include air conditioning and safety box. Some rooms overlook the street, while others have views of the building's inside. The bathrooms are private and have shower.
This property is 30 minutes’ walk from Montezuma Waterfall and a 30 minute drive from Curu National Refuge. Juan Santamaria International Airport is 4 hours’ drive away.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around $75.
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32 Hotel M&M Beach House Coco, Costa Rica
Hotel. Located on the beachfront in Coco and featuring a terrace, Hotel M&M Beach House has free WiFi throughout the property. The property is situated 400 metres from Coco Beach, 37 km from Edgardo Baltodano Stadium and 37 km from Marina Papagayo. Free private parking is available and the hotel also provides car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guest rooms at Hotel M&M Beach House are equipped with a seating area. Continental and à la carte breakfast options are available daily at the accommodation. Guests at Hotel M&M Beach House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Coco, like hiking and cycling. Ocotal is 5.4 km from the hotel, while Cacique is 6.2 km away. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International, 21 km from Hotel M&M Beach House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $58.
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33 Hotel Tortuguero Beachfront Tortuguero, Costa Rica
Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, Hotel Tortuguero Beach is located in Tortuguero in the Limon Region, 700 metres from Tortuguero National Park. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant with sea views. Certain rooms have views of the sea or garden. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Hotel Tortuguero Beach features free WiFi . Guests can enjoy fresh coffee throughout the day. This hotel has a beach area and a tour desk is available. A selection of activities are offered in the area, such as fishing and hiking, with specialized guides from the hotel. Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $45.
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34 Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club Jacó, Costa Rica
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Offering an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre, Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club is located right in front of Jacó Beach. Free WiFi access is available.
Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a cable TV, a laptop safe and a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and bathrobes. Extras include a desk and bed linen.
At Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club you will find a restaurant. Other facilities offered at the property include water sports facilities, a tour desk and luggage storage. Stand-up paddle boards are available, as well as a surfing school.
Juan Santamaría International Airport is 63 km away.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around $82.
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35 The Palms At Coco Beach Coco, Costa Rica
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Situated in Coco, a few steps from Coco Beach, The Palms At Coco Beach features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.
Rooms include a TV, and some rooms at the hotel have a balcony. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or American options. At The Palms At Coco Beach you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
The accommodation offers a sun terrace. You can play billiards at this 3-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling.
Edgardo Baltodano Stadium is 37 km from The Palms At Coco Beach, while Marina Papagayo is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 22 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around $103.
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36 Karahe Beach Hotel Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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With free breakfast and direct access to Playa Espadilla Beach, this tropical-style hotel in Manuel Antonio offers guests an on-site restaurant and spacious private jungle bungalows.
The on-site restaurant serves breakfast every day, and guests can order a la carte international food for lunch and dinner.
Activities like surfing, canopy tours and kayaking can be arranged by the hotel, and Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio park is only 1 km from Hotel Karache. Juan Santamaria International Airport in the nation’s capital of San Jose is a 2.5-hour drive from the property.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around $112.
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37 Banana Beach Bungalows Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica
Hotel. Offering outdoor pool and a restaurant, Banana Beach Bungalows is located in Santa Teresa Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Each bungalow offers wifi, desk area, closet space, cable television, private bathroom with hot water, an equipped kitchenette, refrigerator and coffee maker, a safe, and spacious terrace with a hammock and chair, and table. Bath and Pool towels are provided. The property offers free parking and the on-site restaurant serves international food. Other options can be found within 350 metres. At Banana Beach Bungalows you will find a garden, pool, a terrace, a restaurant and bar. Other facilities offered include a tour desk. This property is 179 km from Daniel Oduber International Airport and 10 km from Montezuma Waterfalls. Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $290.
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38 Sunset del Mar Beach Resort Esterillos Este, Costa Rica
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Facing the beachfront, Sunset del Mar Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Esterillos Este and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a restaurant. Guests can make use of a bar.
All rooms include a private bathroom, while selected rooms also offer a balcony and others also have a sea view.
An American breakfast is available every morning at the hotel.
Esterillos Beach is 500 metres from Sunset del Mar Beach Resort, while Manuel Antonio National Park is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is La Managua, 42 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around $241.
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39 Balcon del Mar Beach Front Hotel Jacó, Costa Rica
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Hotel Balcon del Mar is situated along the beautiful coast of the Gulf of Nicoya in Jaco. It offers guests a pool with sea views, complimentary breakfast and an on-site spa.
Each room at this property features colorful beach-style décor, tiled floors and a private bathroom. Many feature sea views, while the suite comes with a spacious spa bath.
Guests can snack on Peruvian-style food at Balcon del Mar’s cafeteria, or explore any of the other dining options located within 300 metres of the property.
The beach located right in front of the property is great for surfing, and the tour desk can help guests arrange outdoor activities like hiking and nature outings.
Jaco’s nightlife area is a 15-minute drive away, while Juan Santamaría Airport is just a 1.5-hour drive from the hotel.
Guest review score 7.5,
rooms from around $119.
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40 Beach Break Resort Jacó, Costa Rica
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Set on Jaco Beach, Beach Break Resort features rooms with balconies, 2 outdoor swimming pools It offers 8 km of private beach and attractive tropical gardens.
Each spacious, air-conditioned room, Caribbean-style decoration. There is a seating area and free WiFi.
Beach Break Resort has a tennis court and parking lot, as well as a surf camp in the beach area. Dogs are allowed in Garden Rooms only, at an additional cost.
Staff at Beach Break Resort’s reception can arrange trips to Manuel Antonio National Park and Vista Los Suenos Rainforest Canopy. Carara Nature Reserve is a 30-minute drive from the resort, while Playa Herradura Beach is 10 km away. San José can be reached in less than 90 minutes by car.
Guest review score 7.4,
rooms from around $65.
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41 Hotel Yadran Beach Resort Puntarenas, Costa Rica
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Situated in Puntarenas, a few steps from Puntarenas Beach, Hotel Yadran Beach Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
Rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at the hotel have a balcony. The rooms have a safety deposit box.
A à la carte, continental or American breakfast is available each morning at the property.
Popular points of interest near Hotel Yadran Beach Resort include Playa Pochote, Parque Marino del Pacifico and Lito Perez Stadium. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 81 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 7.4,
rooms from around $77.
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42 Café de Playa beach front suites Coco, Costa Rica
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant on site, Cafe de Playa Boutique Hotel is located facing Playas del Coco Beach, in Costa Rica. Free Wi-Fi access is available in this property.
Rooms have flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, a furnished outdoor space, and a coffee maker. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also includes a hairdryer and toiletries.
Guests will be able to enjoy the exquisite dishes prepared on site, along with a glass of fine wine from the property’s own wine cellar. Café de Playa offers a chill-out lounge with music and a light show.
Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling. The property offers free parking and is only 20 metres from the beach. Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport is 25 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around $150.
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43 Gallina E Palo Beachfront Hotel Jacó, Costa Rica
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Located on the seafront in Jacó and featuring a bar, Gallina E Palo Beachfront Hotel has free WiFi.
There is a restaurant.
An American breakfast is available every morning at the hotel.
Guest review score 7.2,
rooms from around $95.
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44 Beach Front Hotel Brasilito Brasilito, Costa Rica
Hotel. Beach Front Hotel Brasilito is a garden-style beach front hotel offering splendid ocean views in Costa Rica, just 500 metres from Conchal Beach. Guests can dine á la carte. limited parking behind the hotel. Additional spaces available around the hotel. Tucked away in a palm tree garden, Beach Front Hotel Brasilito is decorated with soft colours and wood furnishings. All areas of the property have access to free wifi. The rooms have parquet floors or ceramic tiled and private bathrooms with showers. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be enjoyed on our ocean view patio, covered lounge and covered dining area. The bar offers delicious drinks and features colourful décor. Guests can taste local specialties at El Oasis Bar & Restaurant. The tour desk can advise on turtle watching (This tour could be arrange it only at night), day trips and excursions to waterfalls, hot springs and mud baths. Flamingo Beach is 5 km from Brasilito. Car rental services can be arranged. Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around $80.
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45 Playa Negra Brewing Beachfront Hotel Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
Hotel. Playa Negra Brewing Beachfront Hotel is a colourful hostel located right on Playa Negra Beach in the tropical town of Puerto Viejo. It features free Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant and shared terraces with hammocks. Each room at the property boasts a wardrobe and a fan. Some have private bathrooms and excellent views of the Caribbean Sea. Diferrent food is served at the hostel’s restaurant all day, and other options, including many beach-side restaurants, can be found within 1.5 km, They have a microbrewery and they brew and sell 18 different craft beers there. Puerto Viejo town centre, where guests will find shopping, is just a 10-minute walk from Playa Negra Brewing Beachfront Hotel, while the Volvio Watefalls can be reached in a 30-minute drive. The Tree of Life Wildlife Rescue Centre is 20 km from the property, and Limon International Airport is only a short 1-hour drive away. Guest review score 6.3
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46 Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
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Set in Playa Hermosa, 37 km from Tamarindo, Golden Palms Papagayo features free WiFi access and free private parking. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom.
Playa Conchal is 26 km from Golden Palms Papagayo, while Playa Grande is 35 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $204.
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47 Locanda Samara Beach Sámara, Costa Rica
Hotel. LOCANDA SAMARA BEACH is set in Sámara, 37 km from Nicoya. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Nosara is 18 km from LOCANDA SAMARA BEACH, while Carrillo is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 79 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $105.
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48 Ola Bonita BeachFront Apart Hotel Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and ocean views, Ola Bonita BeachFront Apart Hotel is located in Jacó. Free WiFi access is available. The property offers free parking. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with cable TV. There is a full a kitchenette with a dishwasher and a refrigerator. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. At Ola Bonita BeachFront Apart Hotel you will find a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including snorkeling. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 64 km away. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 8.1
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49 Villas Sol Beach Resort - All Inclusive Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
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Overlooking the Gulf of Papagayo, Villas Sol Costa Rica features an outdoor swimming pool and offers elegant accommodation, onsite water sports facilities and breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
Villas Sol Costa Rica’s double rooms feature 2 double beds or 1 extra large double bed. They include a flat-screen cable TV, an 16-inch digital safe and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.
All villas are air-conditioned and have a spacious living-dining room and a fully-equipped kitchen including kitchen utensils, a toaster and a fridge.
La Bahía restaurant serves a continental and buffet breakfast, and is open for lunch and dinner. The restaurant offers themed dinner nights, including Costa Rican, Mexican, Italian or international food.
Staff can give you more information about sights and activities in the surrounding area.
Daniel Oduber International Airport is just 20 minutes’ drive away. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $191.
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50 Papagayo - Playa Panamá Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Hotel. Located in Playa Hermosa, 200 metres from Playa Panama, Papagayo - Playa Panamá provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, free shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Papagayo - Playa Panamá have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a balcony. At the accommodation each room has bed linen and towels. Guests at Papagayo - Playa Panamá can enjoy an American breakfast. Panama Beach is 1.9 km from the hotel, while Monte del Barco Beach is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 14 km from Papagayo - Playa Panamá. Guest review score 9.7
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