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Papagayo, Guanacaste – 8 hotels and places to stay
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Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

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.

This property was better than expected. We thought it was more of a bungalow vibe but it was much more upscale. The staff, restaurant, accessibility to the calm beach, the lovely pool all added to a delightful beginning to our Costa Rican adventure.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
469 reviews
Price from£311.60per night
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Surrounded by forest, Casa Conde Beach Front Hotel is located next to Playa Panamá, on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. It offers an outdoor pool in gardens, as well as a range of water sports.

The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The food was excellent
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
439 reviews
Price from£298.92per night
Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo – A concept by Hyatt, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo – A concept by Hyatt is a luxurious resort located in the Costa Rican jungle near Culebra.

Beautiful pool area, but it was always hard to find a chair and the waiters were very inattentive. The beds were really comfy. We liked the food and were very happy with the food package we booked.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
118 reviews
Price from£553.13per night
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Offering 4 swimming pools, 2 private beaches, golf courts, gym and a business centre, this complex is set on Papagayo Gulf and 35 minutes’ drive from Daniel Oduber International Airport.

Location, Double beaches, nice food
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
36 reviews
Price from£930.70per night
Secrets Papagayo All Inclusive - Adults Only, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Set in the exuberant Arenilla beach, Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica will offer adults a stunning Unlimited-Luxury® getaway in Costa Rica’s Gulf of Papagayo.

Food was very good and a lot of choices. 2 nice swimming pools.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
119 reviews
Price from£437.25per night
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Situated in Papagayo, Guanacaste, 200 metres from Culebra Beach, Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private...

Everything.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
856 reviews
Price from£263.31per night
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

El Mangroove is located on Playa Panama in Papagayo Bay and offers an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi. This modern, secluded hotel features a complimentary on-site fitness centre.

nothing really - only it’s nicely done the beach front area
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
89 reviews
Price from£313.71per night
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only All Inclusive, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Overlooking Culebra Bay’s spectacular cliffs, this all-inclusive, adults-only complex offers a private beach, 2 freeform swimming pools and a spa.

The bread and omelets and eggs were fantastic.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
1,061 reviews
Price from£167.59per night
Hotel La Gaviota Tropical, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Hotel La Gaviota Tropical has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Hermosa. The property is situated a few steps from Hermosa Beach, 2.8 km from Playa Panama and 32 km from Marina...

Great location - right on the beach and an easy walk to restaurants, etc. Our room was comfortable and clean, and had a balcony with view of ocean. Great restaurant - Roberto's - on the premises. Food and menu selections were very good for both breakfast and dinner. One of my favorite parts of this hotel was all the varied spaces where one could sit outdoors: at the restaurant right on the beach (or up under cover out of the sun); on the upper level where there was a small pool and a great view of the sunset over the water; and at least one area on each floor with a couple of chairs/ loveseat/ coffee table. Highly recommend!
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
42 reviews
Price from£166.20per night
Villa del Sueño, hotel in Papagayo, Guanacaste

Set amidst a tropical garden and offering an outdoor pool and an à la carte restaurant, Villa del Sueño is located in quiet Playa Hermosa beach in Papagayo Gulf. Free WiFi access is available.

Breakfast had various options and they all seemed to be pretty good The room was spacious enough and comfortable The beach was super close to the hotel, perhaps a couple of blocks Dinner at the hotel restaurant was amazing! (Fair price)
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,356 reviews
Price from£97.92per night
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What guests said about Papagayo, Guanacaste:

  • 4.0
    Scored 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.
    Carol
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    It’s a beautiful place if you’re looking to relax and enjoy...

    It’s a beautiful place if you’re looking to relax and enjoy sceneries. It’s very Humid there but, worth it. It’s not much of a party place if you’re looking for a younger crowd to hang out and have fun. Also, some of the excursions involve a lot of hiking. So, bring comfortable gym shoes or water shoes.
    Mellaney
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We loved the time of year, the rainy season.

    We loved the time of year, the rainy season. There were few travelers, and it was hot but not as hot as the dry season. We did not have trouble getting chairs by the pool. The staff was friendly and helpful. The place is beautiful.
    Couch
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We had two adults and three children and thus needed 2 rooms...

    We had two adults and three children and thus needed 2 rooms. We booked for 1 night and they let us stay thru lunch the following day. It was confortable. The pools were large and the children loved it.
    Nicholas
    United States
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    The location is very beautiful and suitable for people...

    The location is very beautiful and suitable for people looking for a calm or romantic weekend. No more snorkel guided tours due to Covid Overpriced food for the quality that is offered Difficult to reach from San Jose because the roads are in poor state: foresee more than 4 hours drive without traffic Most hotels are overpriced for the quality they offer
    Antonia
    Belgium

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Papagayo, Guanacaste

  • From £398.70 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,061 reviews
    Loved that it was adults only. Everyone staying at the hotel were really friendly, we spent hours in the swim up mini pool chatting. Private beach with kayaks (free), massages (on the beach are cheap and good!) and jet ski’s. Howler monkeys live on site eating the mangoes and the largest iguanas we saw on holiday too. The food buffet was good for vegetarians but lacking in protein but this was true for everywhere in Costa Rica we stayed. It is on a hillside so expect to walk a bit around the property as it’s a big place. Room was lovely.
    Tamsin
    United Kingdom
  • From £354.89 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 856 reviews
    Excellent buffet style restaurant open all day plus choice of Japanese, Mexican, Italian restaurants and pool side options like BBQ and burgers etc. All the staff were really helpful and friendly. The whole grounds and facilities were spotlessly clean and offered maximum comfort. Lovely swimming pools with plenty of sun loungers and cabanas. While we were there we also used the spa, gym and booked day trips. We would definitely recommend using the hotel for organised trips as all drivers and tours guides were knowledgeable and reliable.
    Tim
    United Kingdom
  • From £354.89 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 856 reviews
    We picked this hotel mainly due to the choice of restaurants and also because it had a big swimming pool, gym and spa. We were not disappointed! The food was lovely with something for everyone and we visited all the different restaurants during our stay. The swimming pool area was relaxing even over the busy weekend when there were more guests on site. The gym was well equipped and the spa experience very enjoyable. It has to be said that the polite, cheerful and friendly staff really made our stay very pleasant.
    Tim
    United Kingdom
  • From £754.26 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews
    The location inside the tropical forest, animal watching, the beaches were beautiful, specially Nacascolo. The activities offered were very entertaining , the staff was very nice .The property is beautiful and the golf cart service was very usefull, also the shuttle service inside Peninsula Papagayo
    veronica
    Ecuador
  • From £354.89 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 856 reviews
    This hotel was accommodating from beginning to end. I honestly do not understand the bad reviews. The staff was do helpful and friendly. We were Star Class and Henry is thee absolute best!! He booked our restaurants and spa reservations. Would definitely recommend!
    Brandi
    United States
  • From £398.70 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,061 reviews
    Everything in this hotel is designed to make your travel as easy as possible. Staff is genuinely nice and helpful. The view is amazing and it’s located in an area where you can easily visit other beaches if you have a car.
    Raquel
    Denmark
  • From £1,297.45 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 119 reviews
    Very nice hotel/ resort: well maintained, very clean, very friendly staff, very good food in several restaurants. We stayed for just a few nights during our Costa Rica trip, so definitely recommended for short stays!
    Hanna
    Seychelles
  • From £311.60 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 469 reviews
    Beautiful grounds - lush greenery and an abundance of flowers. Not many people. Pool and beach basically to ourselves. It was fun to watch the monkeys and other animals in the morning,
    Mildred
    United States
  • From £298.92 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 439 reviews
    The hotel has a friendly, polite and helpful staff. The snack menu was super good, plenty and delicious. The hotel has a big property with 2 huge swimming pools
    Mauricio
    Costa Rica
  • From £298.92 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 439 reviews
    The proximity to the beach, the very well kept grounds and lovely pools were all delightful. The staff are exceptionally friendly and always helpful
    A
    Anonymous
    United States
  • From £754.26 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews
    best hotel I’ve ever been! highly recommend beautiful pools and the beach club was very nice too also very clean, and the staff was friendly
    bar
    Israel
  • From £398.70 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,061 reviews
    It’s a very nice hotel. The wet bar is our favorite! The beach is very nice with white sand. The food is not bad. The service is good.
    Hui
    Canada
  • From £311.60 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 469 reviews
    The hotel is located in a very beautiful garden, ideal for those who love a secluded holiday.
    Nataliia
    Austria
  • From £298.92 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 439 reviews
    The staff was AMAZING! The property was quaint-two nice pools, beach access, very relaxing.
    Beverly
    United States
  • From £430.31 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 89 reviews
    Beautiful hotel grounds and location. Very attentive staff Restaurant was good
    Mario
    United States
  • From £398.70 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,061 reviews
    Great experience overall! We loved the kayak tour with Jose from the hotel.
    Roberto
    Costa Rica
  • From £1,604.83 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews
    beautiful facilities with beaches in two sides. Very cosy
    Rindala
    Lebanon
  • From £398.70 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,061 reviews
    Beautiful beach! Great location!
    Paulo
    Costa Rica
  • From £298.92 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 439 reviews
    Really nice hotel
    Sverrir
    Iceland
  • From £1,297.45 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 119 reviews
    beach
    Alejandro
    Paraguay