Hotels on the beach in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
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 beach hotels and resorts in Playa Hermosa. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 4 Amazing Beach Hotels in Playa Hermosa
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1 Hotel La Gaviota Tropical Playa Hermosa
Hotel La Gaviota Tropical has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Playa Hermosa. Offering a bar, the property is located within a few steps of Hermosa Beach. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel the rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Hotel La Gaviota Tropical provides some accommodations with mountain views, and the rooms have a balcony. All rooms have a closet. Marina Papagayo is 20 miles from the accommodation, while Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium is 21 miles from the property. Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is 11 miles away.
Address 158 4 Show on map- Swimming pool
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2 Hotel El Velero
Playa Hermosa
The beachfront Hotel el Velero features an outdoor pool and a private beach where you can choose to swim, lounge or relax. Free WiFi access is available at the Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica hotel in addition to an on-site restaurant that has a nightly happy hour and fresh seafood. All rooms feature Cable TV and a seating area as well as air conditioning and a fan, featuring a private bath with shower and a hair dryer. A Safety Deposit box is available in each room at no extra charge. The restaurant features fresh seafood, local and American breakfasts, and BBQ 2 nights a week, open from 6:30 in the morning until 21:30. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site, including fishing, snorkeling, and diving. A tour desk, currency exchange, and sun terrace are provided at the Velero Hotel as well as free parking. The Daniel Oduber international airport is located 35 minutes from the Property driving distance . Playa Tamarindo is located 44 miles, 1 hour and 20 minutes driving from the property. The Rincon de la Vieja National Park is located 36 miles, 1 hour and 11 minutes from the Property driving distance.
Address Playa Hermosa GTE Show on map- Swimming pool
- Pets are welcome
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3 Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
Playa Hermosa
Featuring 5-star accommodation, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is located in Playa Hermosa, 1.6 km from Coco Beach and 37 km from Marina Papagayo. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a year-round outdoor pool. The hotel provides a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Edgardo Baltodano Stadium is 39 km from the hotel. Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is 23 km away.
Address km 3 Ruta Nacional 159, Playa Penca Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
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4 Hotel Bosque del Mar Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa
Right on Playa Hermosa Beach, this boutique hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub, tropical gardens and a gourmet restaurant. Each air-conditioned suite has a terrace with garden or sea views. Decorated in earth tones, Bosque del Mar’s spacious suites offer a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. A minibar and coffee maker are provided, while bathrooms include a hairdryer. The modern Niromi restaurant serves international and Costa Rican cuisine in an elegant marble dining room with wonderful beach views. The stylish Nya lounge bar offers drinks, snacks and music. Hotel Bosque del Mar Playa Hermosa can arrange scuba diving trips, activities and excursions around Costa Rica. You can also book relaxing massages or beauty treatments. The Santa Rosa, Guanacaste, Palo Verde and Diria National Parks are all within a one hour drive, while Daniel Oduber International Airport is a 20 minute drive away. Free parking is available on site.
Address Primera Entrada a Playa Hermosa 300 mts Oeste Show on map- Swimming pool
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