Title: LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa Hotel in Nosara with free breakfast and fitness centre ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/w810h764x4y4-29e55fa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/648a07b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/w799h555x0y0-0c8a6c59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/w799h531x0y0-095264d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/07af50c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies LAacqua Viva Resort & Spa greets travelers with continental breakfast each morning and a peaceful garden setting. The on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals, while public area WiFi keeps everyone connected. Visitors enjoy drinks at the bar or fit in a workout at the gym. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Gym - Bar - Pool - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 25 - Sept 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-25&endDate=2025-09-26&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-25&endDate=2025-09-26&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 26 - Sept 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=1746363&PinnedHotelID=1746363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Room 2 Queen Beds | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/w799h523x1y0-937d2564.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 2 Queen Beds ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Select Comfort bed Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 430 sq ft - Sleeps 4 ![32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/3c6df4ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Separate bedroom Day bed Select Comfort bed Hairdryer - 1173 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 ![Suite | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/w798h562x1y0-6b5713bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Separate bedroom Select Comfort bed Hairdryer Private bathroom - 1119 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 ![Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1746400/1746363/w799h498x0y0-15858097.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 1 King Bed ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Fridge LCD TV Select Comfort bed Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNosara-Hotels-LAcqua-Viva-Resort-Spa.h1746363.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNosara-Hotels-LAcqua-Viva-Resort-Spa.h1746363.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.94577%2C-85.66877&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iUa1LSbLrOO284OfcLfrWXT_aiw=) Playa Guiones Nosara, 1KM de Cafe de Paris, Nosara, Guanacaste, 85-1000 #### What's nearby - Frog Pad - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Guiones Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Safari Surf School - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Playa Pelada - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Nosara Spanish Institute - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles #### Getting around - Nosara (NOB) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Luna - ‬13 min walk - ‪Howler’s Beach Lounge - ‬3 min walk - ‪Beach Break - ‬1 min walk - ‪Blue Zone Brewery - ‬5 min walk - ‪Rolling Waves - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa Property highlights Consider a stay at LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch and dinner. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool - Free self-parking - Tour/ticket information and multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers - 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels - Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Queen Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87570000/87566800/87566760/b360b64b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sendero Hotel Nosara - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 52 reviews £308 includes taxes & fees 27 Sept - 28 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=87566760&PinnedHotelID=87566760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22190000/22186100/22186079/aefbe553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Nosara - 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Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=102936341&PinnedHotelID=102936341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Airport shuttle at scheduled times - Beach shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Children's pool - Gym - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Children's pool - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden ### More - 3 floors - Built in 2007 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Select Comfort mattress ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 1 October and 31 October. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as L'acqua Viva L'acqua Viva Nosara L'acqua Viva Resort L'acqua Viva Resort Nosara l Acqua Viva Hotel l\`Acqua Viva Resort And Hotel Nosara LAcqua Viva Resort Spa LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa Hotel LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa Nosara LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa Hotel Nosara ## Frequently asked questions ### Does LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. ### What time is check-out at LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa located? > Situated in Nosara, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Frog Pad, Guiones Beach and Safari Surf School. Playa Pelada and Nosara Spanish Institute are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## LAcqua Viva Resort & Spa Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Location ### 7.8 Staff & service ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 5 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 1 Sept 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relax en un hotel muy cuidado El hotel está muy cuidado y es como un resort boutique con unas zonas comunes espectaculares. Lo malo es que hay que ir en coche a la playa y a cualquier otro sitio aunque también es cierto que toda la zona es así. El personal es muy amable y las habitaciones muy cómodas y amplias. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 28 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Very pretty but empty and eerie The property is beautiful and the rooms are big but we were possibly the only guests staying there. The pool looked like it had not been used in weeks. It was really a shame because the staff were very friendly and helpful and the place itself is gorgeous. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Chris, Pittsburgh PA 21 Jun 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Cute concept but empty In the hot and humid Costa Rican climate, it was nice to relax in the hotel room, but the set up in little houses are odd. Be sure not to get a room on the first floor on any of the houses as animals can creep in. I was disappointed because it felt like we were the only guests there, even though it is not necessarily the tourist season. The service was slower than in the US and you must ask for the check. The room had wifi for free, but it was only on ¼ of the room, nearest to the window. This was a pain as we had to put all of our devices on that one side. Also, be sure to lock valuables in the safe, as there is very little liability in Costa Rica. ##### Chris ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 Mar 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet, lovely hotel This is a very nice hotel located between Playa Guiones and Pelada. Its quieter and more upscale than other Nosara hotels and the setting is beautiful. Rooms are very spacious and well kept. Pool area is great but the "gym" is very rundown and the spa appeared to be closed during our visit. A hot breakfast is included every day; delicious but the same each day.The staff was very pleasant. Best way to get to the nearby beaches is by car; it's a long walk otherwise. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Lora, East hampton, ny 11 Feb 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Balinese style retreat Beautiful property however the standard rooms can be noisy as near main road. Staff very attentive and accommodating. Nice breakfast. A bit far from the beach to walk however a 5 minute drive ##### Lora ### 6/10 Okay #### teambailey, Southern California 2 Jan 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### L'aqua Viva The hotel itself is nice. The staff was outstanding. Expedia screwed up my reservation and the hotel, on Christmas day provided me a room with some manuevering. They were more than accomodating and so very nice. The pool is nice also. The restaurant was just ok. If I had known that the area was so incredibly dusty, I would never have gone there. It is really bad as far as the constant dust from the unpaved roads. Also takes forever to get there as the road signs are not always there. ##### teambailey ### 8/10 Good #### Belle, Norwich 13 Dec 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### An interesting hotel but relaxing The hotel was amazing but not like many hotels we had been to in the UK because it came across as a retreat because we came at the beginning of the peak season. We became familiar with the hotel staff at the reception and restaurant. This was a blessing because my husband and I did not speak any Spanish so we had to speak to the hotel staff for booking transport which they happily organised for us at fixed price even though tut tut taxi are fairly scary at first but you get use to it and the cheapest way of transport. Even though the hotel beautiful & amazing, our room did not get wifi so we had to go to the reception area every time we need the web so we went there everyday just to plan our day activities. For me the pool and jacuzzi was freezing cold but my husband love jumping in after he finish baking in the sun. I feel in love with my air conditioning in our room but hated our mini fridge was fairly noisy at random times during the day. Unfortunately, the hotel is off a busy road which you will notice early in the morning because I was woken up by traffic between 5am to 7am everyday - be prepared for early morning wake up calls. However breakfast starts at 7a.m. The restaurant was pricy and the menu was poorly translated into English so the descriptions were not accurate or made any sense. We found out the hard way so I would suggest eating out for more choice and better food.We went to local cafes and restaurants instead for food. ##### Belle ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Oct 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wunderschöne Anlage im Bali Style!! Super nettes Personal und sehr herzlicher Empfang. Wir erhielten viele tolle Tipps bzgl. Restaurants und Strände. Die Zimmer sind sehr groß mit riesigem Bad. Sehr schöne Poolanlage. 5 min. zum Strand, mit dem Auto kein Problem. Anfahrt über Schotterpiste, besser vor Einbruch der Dunkelheit da sein, sonst evtl. schwer zu finden. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### JC Ruiz, Los Angeles 18 Aug 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Love the Bali style hotel Our family love the hotel, the service, the breakast, everything. Highly recommend this paradise to travelers to Nosara only ,6 km from beach very nice . Would definitely stay again, ##### JC Ruiz ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 26 Apr 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Surtout pas un 4 étoiles ! Même si nous ne restions qu'une nuit, nous avons changé notre réservation pour la suite supérieure pour nous éloigner de la route. L'hôtel est situé au bord d'une route très poussiéreuse à cette période de l'année et il est impensable d'y séjourner. De façon générale, l'hôtel aurait besoin d'entretien. Je ne le recommande pas ! ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina 22 Apr 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### una zona tranquila el lugar es muy lindo, perfecto para escaparse de vacaciones. ##### Gina ### 8/10 Good #### Esteban04 14 Apr 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Esteban04 I like the hotel, it's surrounding buy nature, but the road to arrive it's to bad ##### Esteban04 ### 8/10 Good #### Esteban04 14 Apr 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Good hotel I Like the hotel, it has a very natural enviroment, but the road ti arrive three has to be improve, ##### Esteban04 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kathy, jacksonville fl 31 Mar 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Warm and wonderful... We went to L'acqua Viva with friends for a surf trip. Originally, we were concerned about the hotel as the ratings were not complimentary. All of that concern vanished when we arrived. We were met with friendly faces, a cool smoothy, attentive concierge, and a clean room. We had a driver (arranged by the hotel) pick us up at the Liberia airport. Upon arrival we rented a car. Between 3 families, we rented 2 cars and a golfcart. That is a recommended plan as the hotel is a few minutes from the beach. The food all week was exceptional at the hotel, La luna, Pacifico Azul, The Paris Cafe, and the Guilded Iguana. We were able to relax, visit with our friends, and give our boys a generous amount of freedom to explore. Additionally, the hotel set us up with wonderful surf instructors, kayak/paddle board guy, and restaurants. The staff was hard working, attentive, fun, and consistant. L'acqua Viva's food was perfect all day...breakfast, lunch/fish tacos, and late afternoon ceviche and dinner. The other guests were also enjoyable and interesting. We were just pleasantly surprised every day and we look forward to returning soon. Maybe the next time we will go in the rainy season. ##### kathy ### 8/10 Good #### Jose 12 Mar 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excelente / relajante / precio alto en comidas. Ecelente lugar para relajarse, estar tranquilo en pareja, con mucha naturaleza alrededor. La comida si me parecio un poco cara. Sin enbargo hay ricas sodas de pueblo cerca de el hotel ##### Jose ### 2/10 Terrible #### david vox, nosara 1 Mar 2014 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worst hotel in Nosara For the price you pay here, the hotel and service should be good.Spa Hotel? There is not something you would call a spa... It\`s dirty, dusty and noisy.I could not sleep, because of the hotel was next to the dusty road, everythign got dusty .. The service was bad, and the restaurant a joke. It was a major restaurant, with no people eating there trough my 7 day stay! Go somewhere else, where they have a view, not a dustry road and a restaurant with fresh food! ##### david vox ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 20 Feb 2014 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worst hotel stay I have had - ever. Its high season - And the beautiful location in Nosara is like a paradise. Many pools, beautiful buildings and .. No people. Its an empty town. Nobody at the pools. Nobody at breakfast. Nobody at the enormous restaurant. Ever. Once. I sat here working from 0700 and many hours each day - and at the evening.. And I saw a maximum of 2 other hotels guests one time, and a family of 5.. People don\`t come here, for a reason: 1. Food is terrible: NEVER eat here. NEVER ever ever ever. My stomach hurt so bad after eating here. Its not fresh food.. One of the people told me himself: eat somewhere else. During breakfast, I order 2 extra eggs instead of the bread. Cost? 3$. Don\`t give the customer anything extra here! 2. Don’t ask for something during breakfast: They are busy looking at their phone, talking to each other etc. You literally have to scream to get attention. 3. Don\`t swim in the pool, its dirty. They placed this beauty 2 meters from the dirty sand road = there is sand EVERYWHERE. In the air (Wear a mask like the locals do when they drive at the same road) 5. The gym is, not a gym.. 6. No internet connection at the rooms. And in the reception is so bad, if there where more than me online at the same time it did not work.. Great for work, not. Even if I was the ONLY one using the internet, I could not watch a video on youtube! 7. FAR from he beach! No shuffle, no trip arranged form the hotell.. (Car broke down they told me after 3 days, its on service.. well, then fix something? Cab? You can drive many, since nobody is doing ANYTHING at this hotel without watching TV, at their phone and waiting for customers in a restaurant that is empty.. Had to rent an ATV for 200$ extra so I could move around because of there poor service. 9. Did i mention the whole thing is 2 meters from the main road in Nosara? That means its NOISY 24/7. The cars drive like crazy, and since there is no sound proof wall, and the hotel have thin walls you hear everything! Did I mention this is a luxury hotel with expensive prices? DONT STAY HERE! ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 11 Feb 2014 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### pretty hotel going down hill i think the management of this hotel is killing a potentially really good hotel. the building and the rooms are really nice but the service and food and the energy of the place is dead. its a shame because this could have been an amazing place to stay had it been managed correctly. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 19 Jan 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Disappointment !!! Be careful We stayed at this hotel for five nights, if you are going to stay here make sure your room is near the pool area. The others face the road, the amount of noise and dirt is unbearable. It is under new management and I must say he tried to go above and beyond to accommodate us, if he could physically move the hotel he would but unfortunately there is only so much he could do. A car is a must given that the hotel is not an easy walk from the town and beach. Nosara is a great place, we really enjoyed are time there, you must go to La Luna restaurant and Pacifico Azul(best ceviche in town) ##### Verified traveller ### 2/10 Terrible #### Enrique, Trondheim, Norway 13 Jan 2014 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Neither resort nor spa We arrived with great expectations as this was our last trip before we left Costa Rica. We were taken upon by a nice employee who helped us with the luggage and the receptionist who showed us to the room. As we arrived at around 4pm we decided to stay and eat dinner at the hotel. The restaurant looked nice. Regretably, the food and the service did not corresponded with the cost of the food. The waiter and waitress gave us the wrong food (some of us don't like tomatoes and lettuce, for example). The food was lukewarm and not good. We didn't have great expectations about breakfast since it was american, but again the service was below average. If we asked for fried egg, they came with scrambled. If we asked for more toasts instead for "Gallo Pinto", they came with "Gallo Pinto". If we asked for no papaye, they came with papaya. This happened everytime during our stay. The rooms was nice, but the hotel is full of dust from the main road, sitting in the terrace is impossible. The spa is closed and the training room is abandoned.It is not possible to swim/train in the pools as they are shallow. The general manager told us that the problems they have are because of the earthquake in 2011, and he wasn't at all understanding to our situation. It was like talking to a wall and talk only of the problems caused by the earthquake. We left with the feeling that we would have had a better stay in a cheap cabin for a 1/4 of the price we payed here. We expect a refund accordingly!!! ##### Enrique ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruben, San Jose 3 Jan 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Ruben ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 28 Dec 2013 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Worst hotel!!!! Avoid if possible The hotel rooms and facilities look lovely in pictures but it is built right beside the main dirt road highway and all the trees and shrubs are covered in grey road dust which they hose down. Instead of a peaceful beautiful experience we were woken up by trucks and motorcycles at 5:30 am passing the resort 40 feet from our room. We couldn't open the windows at night due to noise. There was only about 5 rooms booked out of 3 dozen so the resort was empty and felt very sad. We were the only ones in the pool, bar and dining room. We felt sorry for them so had dinner there which was a big mistake. The cheapest bottle of wine was $48 (when wine at finest restaurants in Tamarindo started at $20). We ordered Filet Mignon medium rare and it came well done with only mashed potatoes - no vegetables. The server did not speak english well and when we asked if there would be vegetables she kept nodding but I guess she didn't know what we were talking about. However the worst thing is the hotel is a 1 hour walk to the beach or 7 minute drive. All the other hotels in Playa Guionnes were in walking distance of the beach and restaurants. They would have been a much better choice. I wouldn't be surprised if this place goes bankrupt soon. Very depressing. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### California Traveler, California 27 Dec 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice Stay We enjoyed our stay here in December 2013. The hotel and grounds were well kept and clean. The staff members were attentive and very nice. Our room included breakfast, which was fantastic: big fruit plate, yoghurt, huevos rancheros, rice and beans, toast, juice, coffee/tea/hot chocolate. ##### California Traveler ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Nov 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Jun 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hotel in Nosara Fantastic property! Great accommodations, great food, quite during the rainy season. The only downside is the hotel isn't walking distance to the beach. ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [5 Star Hotels in Nice](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Nice-Hotels.s50-0-d180102.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Chania](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chania-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d601135-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Poros](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Poros-Hotels.d12044.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Romantic Hotels in Birmingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Romantic-Hotel.0-0-d6023342-tRomanticHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cabo-Velas-Hotels-The-Westin-Reserva-Conchal.h4151182.Hotel-Information) > > [W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cabo-Velas-Hotels-W-Costa-Rica-Reserva-Conchal.h24195607.Hotel-Information) > > [Albright Hussey Manor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shrewsbury-Hotels-Albright-Hussey-Manor.h901027.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis London Barking](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Ibis-London-Barking.h115891.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Keele University](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Keele-University-Hotels.0-l553248634855453438-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papagayo-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Costa-Rica.h984916.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Penzance](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penzance-Hotels.d2925.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papagayo-Hotels-Secrets-Papagayo-Adults-Only.h10650279.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Tortuga Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Melia-Tortuga-Beach.h4188426.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Aviemore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Aviemore-Hotels.s50-0-d4309.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Disneyland® Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Disneyland-Resort-Hotels.0-l6025613-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Caravan Parks Stratford-upon-Avon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Caravan-Parks.d5703-aaCaravanParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panama-Beach-Hotels-Occidental-Papagayo-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h659642.Hotel-Information) > > [Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papagayo-Hotels-Andaz-Costa-Rica-Resort-At-Peninsula-Papagayo-A-Concept-By-Hyatt.h6476638.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Occidental-Tamarindo-All-Inclusive.h793778.Hotel-Information) > > [El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papagayo-Hotels-El-Mangroove-Papagayo.h6052327.Hotel-Information) > > [Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papagayo-Hotels-Planet-Hollywood-Beach-Resort-Costa-Rica-All-Inclusive.h21882911.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Playa-Flamingo-Hotels-Margaritaville-Beach-Resort-Playa-Flamingo.h189539.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels.d180064.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Southampton (SOU) to Birmingham (CVT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sou/cvt/southampton-to-coventry) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Pune (PNQ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/pnq/london-to-pune) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Chiang Mai (CNX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/cnx/london-to-chiang-mai) ### Activities > [Things to do in Craigavon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Craigavon.d4530.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Lake Garda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Garda.d6047147.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Polperro Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polperro-Harbour-Looe.d6094375.Attraction)