El Ocotal

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El Ocotal featuring a pebble beach and a beach
El Ocotal showing general coastal views
El Ocotal which includes signage
El Ocotal featuring rugged coastline and landscape views
El Ocotal showing rocky coastline
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,107 reviews)
"The property was extremely clean. The staff was very friendly and happy at all times. Everything was fantastic!"

Reviewed on 17 April 2025

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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,509 reviews)
"Excellent staff service"

Reviewed on 16 April 2025

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Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
3.5 out of 5
Playa del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
3.5 out of 5
Playa del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Tranquil 3 Bed 3 Bath Beach Dwelling Steps from the Quaint Ocotal Beach
Tranquil 3 Bed 3 Bath Beach Dwelling Steps from the Quaint Ocotal Beach
Guanacaste Province
Stay at this villa in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Booking was exactly as advertised.
"Everything was clean and everything worked. The kitchen had everything we needed.needed. The showees were nice and warm with decent"

Reviewed on 11 February 2025

Tranquil 3 Bed 3 Bath Beach Dwelling Steps from the Quaint Ocotal Beach
Villa Pura Vida - All Inclusive Options
Villa Pura Vida - All Inclusive Options
Playa Ocotal
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
AMAZING
"What a beautiful space! Joe and Sarah have a fantastic place with everything you could want/need. The pool and view are incredible and give a great option if you want to have a place outside and have the option to get out of the sun for a bit. Very short walk to the beach as well as walking for two ..."

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

Villa Pura Vida - All Inclusive Options
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of El Ocotal

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 38%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 3%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The house keeping staff kept forgetting to replace out wash clothes which was a little upsetting but not the end of the world. Within the suite/ room itself I felt although the linens and decor could be updated.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Safe area, beautiful views and the locals are very kind, humble and honest

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

They need better customer service and staff

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Largest zip line in Central America was real close to the resort. This resort is @ 30 minutes from the airport.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Improve communication and courtesy rules in staff members and manager Adrian has no leadership.

5/5 - Excellent

Rebecca

There is no dinner served at the hotel but there is a great restraint in the beach within walking distance. You also need to bring your own towels if you want to swim as there are no beach towels offered.