CC Beach Front Papagayo: Excellent, except for food

We loved the smaller resort size and the familiarity you have with all the staff. Our room was 204B, perfect, the only improvement would have been a king bed. All the service was excellent in every way and genuine smiles were the norm. The cocktails were fresh and delicious with almost anything you wanted available. The staff were all wonderful, the grounds were lush and beautiful and were kept immaculately. Our only complaint is the food was very mediocre, so we ventured into Coco Beach a coupl [... read more]e times to have really delicious dinners. I would not recommend for kids as the 'kids club and teen club does not appear to be up to much. If food is important to your vacation enjoyment I would not stay here.. Pools are lovely, the beach is public so you do not have chairs and umbrellas to enjoy on the beach.

Occidental Tamarindo: amazing resort

very nice resort with great people that work there and awesome food. thank you jorge for making our stay more memorable. there is alot to do on the resort with live music everyday and a relaxing atmosphere.

Riu Guanacaste: Excellent food and pool

The food at the buffet was excellent, no need to go al la carte. Rooms are nice but the view was average. Resort grounds are in excellent shape. A great place to get away and do some eco-tours or just relax in the sun.

Riu Guanacaste: Amazing weather

Gorgeous resort the staff was very helpful . Went on a catamaran to see the sunset that was amazing. I found the tours guides were wonderful and helpful I would return to this wonderful place because the weather is guarantie

Riu Guanacaste: LOVED IT!

Everything about this resort was fantastic! The people are so friendly, the grounds are immaculate, the food is delicious with a very large variety, the pool area is awesome, the beach is terrific and our ocean view room was spectacular!

Hotel Villas Playa Samara: Paradise

Lovely small resort. Very relaxing and laid back. Beautiful beach. Food was good but did get very sick the first day. When talking to others turns out a lot of people were I'll during their stay. Service was good and room was clean.

The Westin Reserva Conchal Golf Resort & Spa: Great location... but....

Let me start by saying the staff is amazing at the Westin. The rooms are dated but the beds are comfy. Lighting in the bathroom is not great. The resort is huge so expect alot of walking. Lots of chairs by the pool if you are up by 9 am. Our mini bar was never refilled... we had to call everyday for water and beer to be brought. The food is great at the a la carte restaurants but the buffet is terrible... everything is cold unless you get the made to order pasta or omlette. Make your dinner rese [... read more]rvations as soon as you get to the resort... it took me 35 minutes to try to get through to the reservation desk which is insane. They can only book until each Thursday as a new schedule starts friday... so that left us without reservations on friday, saturday and sunday because we had an early excursion on the friday and by the time we got back to the room to call they were totally booked... which left us with buffet ...but we complained and were able to get 2 reservations. When we complained they told us its because of the big groups that they have this issue?? The resort has lots of wildlife to see which was my favorite part. We used Aaron on the beach for excursions, he was great and less expensive than the Nexus tours. Take a walk to Brasilito if you want to bring home some coffee or gifts as they are not as expensive as the gift shops. It was a great trip but I wouldnt recommend this hotel to my friends, you pay a premium price you expect a premium service.

Riu Palace Costa Rica: We found paradise!

RIU Palace is a beautiful resort. "Five Star" in everyway the way! Fantastic food, great service and spotless clean. Truly one of the most beautiful places we have been in our travels. Weather was fantastic and people were friendly. Smiles everywhere we went. Special recognition to NICOLE our sweet server at the pool. Always a smile and fantastic service!

Riu Guanacaste: A Middling Experience

This is a huge resort - 1,300 rooms. The grounds are beautiful, but we felt there were not enough pools. The beach is rocky. In February, the surrounding area is rather bleak. The food was very good..

Hotel Villas Playa Samara: Just Perfect!

travelled with adult Son and Wife, (stayed in two Villas), loved everything about this hotel: friendly staff, wonderful villas, great food and perfect location..... will definitely return next year!!!

Riu Palace Costa Rica: Excellent resort all around.

Staff excellent. Over the top decor for Valentines day . Lovely. Always clean and food plentiful with great variety. Shows were entertaining with lots of variety. Never a grumpy staff member. Like family.

Riu Guanacaste: Absolutely amazing resort

Amazing resort ! Spotless and very friendly staff. With amazing food and drinks and guarantee sun shine ever day . What more could you ask for . We'll be going back ! Highly recommended. Entertainment was amazing also .

Occidental Tamarindo: Lovely resort.

Grounds are lush and beautiful. Rooms are large and well maintained. Only one buffet restaurant where the meals are quite monotonous. The beach is very rocky right in front of the hotel and swimming is limited due to high waves and strong currents during high tides. Large swimming pool with adequate seating at both pool and beach. Staff is pleasant but English very limited.

Hotel Villas Playa Samara: Hotel Villas Playa Samara

Great villa, fantastic staff and the a la carte restaurant was phenomenal!! Note to those travelling - this resort is 2 hours from the airport, and therefore most excursions will take 2 - 2 1/2 hours to get you there. But it is a great place to go and relax and enjoy the hot sun :)

Riu Palace Costa Rica: Nice Resort but not 5 star

The hotel was very nice, very clean. The beach was good but not a long walking beach and the hotel is in a very remote area and there are not any towns close by. the dining room staff need more training, service was very inconsistent. The staff were for the most part very friendly. This is a very hot country and very expensive.

Allegro Papagayo by Occidental: Excellent Resort

This hotel is excellent. The staff make it a five star! They are always willing to help and always have a smile. The rooms are spacious and very clean. The ocean water on the bay in warm and the beach is nice. The disco is fun at night. Ask them to play rock a and roll otherwise you will just get techno music! There is not a lot to do at night so bring dice or cards. The Mango Martini is the best. They do not water down drinks. Just be aware there are lots and lots of steps and steep his because [... read more] it is built on a cliff.

Riu Palace Costa Rica: Very good resort

Very clean and well maintained room and grounds. The floors in the halls, rooms and walkways outside were washed every day. The pools and pool areas were also well maintained every day. The food was very good in the restaurants, especially in the buffets - loved themes. The entertainment was also very good..

Occidental Papagayo: Great Time!

This resort is well laid out on the hills leading to the beach. The staff are outstanding and exemplify what service is. The food at the buffet was a great mixture of areas of the world and local cuisine. Occasional evening entertainment would bring this resort to the next level, it would be a great chance to display local customs and arts.

Riu Guanacaste: Terrific resort

Great pool, very clean, courteous staff - numerous excursions available, terrific pool and bar service, lots of lounge chairs in sun or shade. Beach nice to walk along but with a strong surf. Rooms immaculate with well stocked mini bar. Extensive food selections for all meals with attentive staff and a fun entertainment program.

Riu Guanacaste: Wonderful resort

This resort was very well laid out. Very easy to find all the restaurants and the facilities the hotel offered. The food was excellent in the buffets and the Italian was our favorite for the ala carts. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this hotel and can't wait to return to Costa Rica.