CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive ★★★★

"It's not all-inclusive! It only includes breakfast and dinner! Be careful!"

Suitree Experience Hotel ★★★★

"The hotel is just as beautiful as the photos. It's very unique, with excellent facilities and amenities. The kids loved it. Highly recommended! I recommend the meal package, which is more economical than ordering à la carte at the restaurant (since this is a rustic luxury hotel, dining out is inconvenient, so I recommend eating at the hotel). The restaurant is excellent and reasonably priced. The meal package is a three-course meal (appetizer, main course, and dessert). Afterward, you'll receive a bill with prices (but not included with the meal package). Drinks are charged separately, and tips are added to the bill. There are five or six main courses, all well-presented and generously portioned. The service is friendly, and I especially recommend the local beer. The lookout at the top is fantastic; watching the sunset and the stars is a delight. The pool is nestled in the mountains, so there are fallen leaves. It's cleaned during the day (but don't expect it to be as clean as an indoor pool), but it's still a lovely, rustic experience. I'd planned to swim in the evening, but I wasn't expecting to see a lot of frogs swimming around. Although I didn't get to swim, it was still fun. You can call a golf car to pick you up from your room to the restaurant, which is very convenient and available on demand. The room was well-equipped, especially the telescope, which was fantastic. The hotel also offers various paid excursions around the area, which can be booked in advance. Since the purpose of staying at Wild Luxury is to relax in nature, staying at the hotel wasn't boring."

Siwõ Art Guesthouse ★★★

"The B&B is clean, well-kept, and the staff is friendly, which I appreciated. The location is about a 6-minute walk to the beach, which is great. However, there is nothing else nearby. To get coffee, food, or essentials, you need to either drive 8–10 minutes to the next town or walk 35–40 minutes through hills. One disappointment was the breakfast policy. Breakfast was not offered to us because it was only included for guests who booked months in advance. I offered to pay an additional fee for breakfast, but that option was not available. I was told they needed to make sure there was enough food for other guests. While I understand planning limitations, it was surprising that basic items like coffee, tea, or water were not available to all guests. As someone who works in aviation and has traveled extensively worldwide, these are typically standard offerings. Especially at a bed and breakfast and in a country known for its coffee. Not all rooms have TVs, which was not an issue for us since we mainly returned to sleep. However, dogs barking at night made it difficult to rest, which affected the overall comfort. In summary, the stay was pleasant due to cleanliness, friendly staff, and proximity to the beach, but clearer breakfast policies, access to basic amenities would significantly improve the guest experience."

Tranquil Jungle Studio Retreat Near Del Coco Beach ★★★

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique ★★★★★

"Our stay at the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique was absolutely outstanding. The service was true five-star luxury across the board and easily comparable to the top Waldorf Astoria properties around the world, including the Waldorf Astoria in Los Cabos San Pedregal. Before arriving, I had read a few reviews on TripAdvisor claiming the service was not good to compared to Waldorf’s , but after experiencing this resort firsthand, I can honestly say that could not be further from the truth. The service here is excellent. A special thank you to Freddy, our personal concierge, who went above and beyond. He personally called us both one and two weeks before our arrival to make sure every detail of our stay was perfect, including booking excursions, dining, and any special occasion. That level of care and attention is rare and truly appreciated. When we arrived, Roy at the front desk greeted us warmly and made check-in seamless. Alejandra at the front desk was also fantastic throughout our stay. Our bellman, Alan, was excellent as well — he handled our luggage upon arrival and had everything placed in our room while we relaxed by the beach and the pool. When our room was ready her personally came down to find us and hand us the room keys. Security throughout the property was excellent, and we felt very safe during our entire stay. This is a newer Waldorf Astoria property, and it is clear the team is working hard to uphold the world-class standards the Waldorf Astoria brand is known for. They absolutely succeeded in delivering genuine five-star, diamond-level service. On our final day, I had the opportunity to meet the hotel manager, Allan (different from Alan the bellman), and personally told him how impressed we were with the service and hospitality compared to other luxury Waldorf properties around the world. We will definitely return. Beautiful resort, amazing staff, excellent excursions, and an incredible country. Costa Rica and the Waldorf Astoria Punta Cacique exceeded all expectations. PURA VIDA !!!"

Nacazcol Hotel y Villas ★★★

"We stayed here for one night as a last minute booking because our flight out of Liberia was cancelled and we needed a place for a family of five to stay. I regretted it the minute we arrived. The staff were not welcoming to us. The villa was not clean (our socks were dirty after walking on the floors and there were cockroaches in the kitchen). The bathrooms were in need of major updates. Car alarms went off four separate times that night waking us all up. We left as soon as we could the next morning. I'm confused by some of the decent reviews -- just am not seeing it in the actual amenities or the staff."

Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica ★★★★★

"The room was clean. The room we stayed in faced the sea. There are also houses in hills and woods, which are determined based on the room rate. Due to the strategic location, the water is very calm and there are no waves. Suitable for snorkeling and kayaking sports. There are multiple restaurants, and everyone’s favorite is the Seaside restaurant, which has very delicious seafood and steaks."