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."

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."

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique ★★★★★

"My partner and I just returned from a three-night stay at the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, and I'm still in awe of this resort. Yes, it's brand new. Yes, it's perched above one of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen. Yes, the grounds are absolutely immaculate. But what truly makes this one of the best resorts I have ever stayed at isn't the architecture or the views…it's the people and the incredible attention to detail. The experience starts long before you reach the lobby. As you drive down the nearly two-mile entrance road, you know you're headed somewhere special. The gated entrance with security immediately gives you a sense of exclusivity and privacy. By the time we pulled up to the arrival area, we were greeted by some of the warmest, friendliest people we've ever met. Our personal concierge, Freddy, along with the valet/door attendant (I believe his name was Raul), made us feel like family from the very first minute. We were welcomed with fresh coconut water, and after I casually mentioned how much I loved coconut water, another one magically appeared a few minutes later without me even asking. It wasn't a grand gesture; it was simply someone listening and caring. Those little moments are what separate good hotels from truly exceptional ones. Although our room wasn't ready because we had arrived early, Freddy couldn't have handled it better. He asked what brought us to Costa Rica, and I mentioned that seeing sloths was at the top of my bucket list. He assured us he'd personally come find us once our room was ready, took care of our luggage, gave us a golf cart tour of the property, and dropped us off at the pools so we could start enjoying our vacation. True to his word, he came back himself later that afternoon to let us know our suite was ready. While relaxing by the pool, we met one of the pool attendants, I believe his name was Yock, and he was phenomenal. He placed branded towel covers over our lounge chairs, asked if we'd like an umbrella, and when we said yes, he happily walked what felt like half the resort to bring one back. I actually felt bad asking because it was such a distance, but his genuine smile and attitude made it clear that making guests comfortable was something he truly enjoyed. He also took our drink orders and made us feel completely at home. One moment that really stood out was when Freddy introduced us to Loreana, the Director of Guest Services. She took time out of her day to personally welcome us, chat with us, and let us know we had been upgraded. She made us feel less like guests and more like friends visiting her home. Throughout our stay I continued seeing her walking the property, stopping to talk with guests, asking about their vacations, and making sure everyone was having a memorable experience. That's the kind of leadership that creates an incredible culture, and it shows throughout the resort. When Freddy finally escorted us to our room, we were blown away. The suite wa"

Glamping Tortuga Verde ★★★★

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."

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."

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive ★★★★

Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive ★★★★★

"The staff was semi-friendly. The food was horrible at almost all restaurants. Barely any pool chairs available by 11am. A friend was discriminated and harassed by under aged guests that were drinking alcohol. The resort believed young kids and forced my friend to remain in her room her entire trip till her stay was over. Total ****** and discrimination against security! My room key deactivated every single day! My phone was never near it. Restaurants closed way too early around 9pm. Woke up to a roach staring me in my face the night before leaving. I highly doubt NOT recommend this resort. The don’t believe in compensating for bad experiences at this resort. I love the country but will never be back here again. If you’re black steer clear. Lots of ****** onlookers like you’re living in the 50s. Was even flipped the bird for no reason whatsoever. Photos online are very deceptive. Not real furniture. Seem like bad wood work. Not a real couch or headboard. Best thing to eat was at the bakery."