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Offering an outdoor swimming pool and à la carte restaurant, The Gilded Iguana is located in Nosara, 300 metres from the beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas. The rooms here will provide you with a balcony, a patio and a seating area. Featuring a shower, the private bathrooms also come with towels. You can enjoy a garden view from all the rooms. Extras include linen. At The Gilded Iguana you will find a garden, a bar and free parking. Guests can find cafeterias and restaurants within 100 metres. This property is 1.7 km from Guiones Beach and 3 km from Pelada Beach. Liberia International Airport is 2 hours’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
4 single beds
and
1 large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Nosara
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Christopher
    Spain Spain
    This is a beautiful hotel and it is very well run. Always a pleasure to stay.
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was kept so clean and the staff were so friendly. Breakfast was amazing!
  • Jenica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was great, staff were great, the pool was great and the rooms were very comfortable

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Gilded Iguana Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of The Gilded Iguana
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Radio
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair treatments
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

The Gilded Iguana takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 01:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 500 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 401. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A deposit via bank transfer or PayPal is required to secure your reservation (see Hotel Policies). The property will contact you with instructions after booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Gilded Iguana in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of US$500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Gilded Iguana

  • Guests staying at The Gilded Iguana can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte

  • The Gilded Iguana is 2.8 miles from the centre of Nosara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Gilded Iguana include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • Check-in at The Gilded Iguana is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at The Gilded Iguana may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Gilded Iguana has 1 restaurant:

    • The Gilded Iguana Restaurant

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Gilded Iguana offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Open-air bath
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beach
    • Personal trainer
    • Beauty Services
    • Bike tours
    • Public Bath
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Horse riding
    • Live music/performance
    • Swimming Pool
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Facial treatments
    • Walking tours
    • Waxing services
    • Happy hour
    • Hair treatments
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Massage chair
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • Yes, The Gilded Iguana is popular with guests booking family stays.