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The 8 Best Resorts in Papagayo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

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Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo – A concept by Hyatt is a luxurious resort located in the Costa Rican jungle near Culebra. It boasts an on-site spa and gym, plus a swimming pool and 3 on-site restaurants. There is also a tennis court, water sports on-site or zip-line between trees and canopies.

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

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9.1
Wonderful
116 reviews
Price from
$735
per night

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. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

It was one the most beautiful properties I’ve stayed at.

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9.1
Wonderful
36 reviews
Price from
$1,235
per night

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 parking, a garden and a restaurant. Among the various facilities are a bar, water sports facilities, as well as a private beach area. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

Everyone was kind, attentive, the facilities were clean, no bugs.

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8.3
Very Good
843 reviews
Price from
$280.80
per night

This resort boasts 202 spacious non-smoking guest rooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace as well as a superb Unlimited-Luxury® experience starting with 24-hour room service, a daily refreshed mini-bar and more. The Preferred Club will provide an enhanced level of luxury with 65 ocean view suites and additional privileges including access to a private lounge, upgraded bath amenities and mini-bar, concierge service, pillow menu and much more.

Food was very good and a lot of choices. 2 nice swimming pools.

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8.5
Very Good
108 reviews
Price from
$691
per night

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.

The air-conditioned rooms at this hotel come with flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and a terrace with views of the surrounding gardens. Some rooms include an en-suite pool, and all feature a private bathroom.

The beach and hotel very nice and the service excellent

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8.2
Very Good
89 reviews
Price from
$367.20
per night

Overlooking Culebra Bay’s spectacular cliffs, this all-inclusive, adults-only complex offers a private beach, 2 freeform swimming pools and a spa. Each stylish room has a balcony with partial views of the bay.

Food: The buffet food was the best on location. Lots of variety and all quite tasty. Prepared fresh! The snack bar was also quite good. It was more like a finger food buffet than a snack bar. I have a lot of seller and was able to find a good amount of options. Room/room location: We had two rooms for our group. Both were very nice and comfortable. Comfortable beds, enough towels, clean, amazing view, requested an extra pillow and received it. Our building was pretty far away from the center and we got in a lot of steps, literally up and down a lot of steps! There is a free shuttle service that we used when we were tired of walking. Explore and find the short cuts, it really helps! I was not prepared for the hilliness of the property-country! So many hills and steps, but it was ok, lots of time to enjoy the views. If you are not able to walk request a handicap room that’s closer. Beach: the beach is at the bottom of the property and is quite lovely! There’s no such thing as private beaches in CR, if you can get to it you can use it. This place is out of the way so there was very little additional traffic on the beach. Do not try to take any shells home, they will find them and take them back! Suggestions in response to complaints I read: try to speak some Spanish, it’s fun and the staff will help you more. Be as respectful and kind as you’d like anyone to be with you. Appreciate the culture and vast beauty of the place, you aren’t at home so it shouldn’t feel like home. Its a beautiful experience! Activities: we used the kayaking opportunities, had a massage on the beach, they made some transportation arrangements for us, we used the pools and pool areas once, we mostly took tours and hung out on the beach. The lobby bar had some board games and was a very classy atmosphere. There was music in the lobby some nights, we really enjoyed the saxophonist!

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7.9
Good
1,046 reviews
Price from
$158.10
per night

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.

Everything was beautiful. The staff was exceptional, the beach gorgeous, and the food very good.

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7.9
Good
962 reviews
Price from
$178.50
per night

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Resorts That Guests Love in Culebra

  • Avg. price/night: $376
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 443 reviews
    The staff and location are fantastic. Very relaxing booked our excursions at the resort.
    Daniel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $376
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 443 reviews
    Our third time staying at this resort. We love the wildlife about the property and the staff are exceptional. Beach access and amenities keep improving over the years. Stayed in a master suite this visit and loved the outdoor seating areas off the rooms.
    Pura Vida J
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $210.80
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,050 reviews
    The perfect way to end our vacation. Loved the ocean beach and the abundance of parrots flying around the resort. We even saw a family of monkeys around the property.
    Michelle
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $376
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 443 reviews
    We have stayed here 4 years ago and the resort has been sold and is completely different. My wife is disabled and has mobility issues. We chose this place because it was small and she could maneuver around.
    Thomas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $376
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 443 reviews
    Wow! This place was all I expected and then some! From check in to check out I have never stayed at a resort with such helping, kind and genuine staff. They totally went out of their way to make your stay a successful and rememberable vacation. From Alphonso the manager to Joseph, Christina, Jordan and our bartender Dennis everyone was great and happy to make your stay special! The dining and kitchen staff were wonderful. Housekeepers went above and beyond their duties. We will definitely be returning in the future.
    Michael
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $388.44
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 843 reviews
    The room was very nice with a good view of the pool and sea. The resort was very nicely decorated with movie related items.
    christopher
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $210.80
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,050 reviews
    Paradise resort with great pools and remarkable service. I'd like to address some of the occasional negative reviews regarding the dining experience at this resort: This is a moderate priced resort in a high price country. The food is excellent and we loved it, but it is not the 5-Star gourmet dining you get in a 5-times-more-expensive french ski resort.
    Niklas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $210.80
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,050 reviews
    The resort is well kept and the staff is very nice and accommodating. My room was comfortable, especially the bed. Large bathroom with walk in shower. The food was pretty good. The best massages are given on the beach. Be prepared to see wildlife, this resort is in the middle of nature.
    Brandy
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $376
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 443 reviews
    The staff and a better variety and quality of food than any of the 4 resorts we stayed at. Bathroom stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body lotion. Fridge stocked daily with beers and soft drinks.
    Marian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $388.44
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 843 reviews
    Loved the night entertainment especially the fire show that lasted an hour!! The food was very good for an all inclusive. The pool is very pretty and fun environment. Golf cart service made the large resort very easy to get around
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    Clara
    Family with young children
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