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The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach spa retreat walking distance from Frog Pad

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Poolside bar
Restaurant
Reception
Interior entrance
PREMIUM 2 QUEEN BEDS | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
The price is AED 1,199
AED 1,314 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

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Our Silver and Gold members get perks at select VIP Access properties, on top of exceptional service.
Silver tier member
A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
Gold tier member
Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Surf Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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PREMIUM 1 KING BED

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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PREMIUM 2 QUEEN BEDS | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

PREMIUM 2 QUEEN BEDS

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 52.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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PREMIUM PLUS 2 QUEEN BEDS

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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PREMIUM PLUS 1 KING BED | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

PREMIUM PLUS 1 KING BED

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Guiones, Nosara

What's nearby

  • Frog Pad - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nosara Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Safari Surf School - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Pelada - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nosara Spanish Institute - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Howler’s Beach Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Restaurant and Bar at The Gilded Iguana - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Luna - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beach Dog Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café de Paris - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

Upscale hotel near Nosara Beach
Located close to Frog Pad and Playa Pelada, The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and surfing. Indulge in a massage, reflexology, and a facial at the onsite spa. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • A reception hall, concierge services, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel have perks such as free international calls and premium bedding, as well as amenities like late night room service and free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness center
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (915 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Beach towels
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 75.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?

As of 25 November 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel on 29 November 2024 start from $417.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 180.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Frog Pad and Nosara Beach. Playa Pelada and Nosara Spanish Institute are also within 2 mi (3 km).

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 337 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 337 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 337 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 337 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 337 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location

10/10 Excellent

Danielle Celine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff and amazing food!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place to stay! I’ve been visiting Nosara for year, and will keep coming back to the Guilded Iguana!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 Star property and service. Beautiful and peaceful. Walkable to beach, shops and restaurants Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeramie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone. It was a joke being waited on by the restaurant staff. The food was awful and it would take the servers 5-10 mins to talk to you then another 5-10 for a drink when there was no one in the restaurant. I got hives from their soap. I asked to check out early and they blamed Orbitz. Orbitz said they would refund any amount that the hotel would give. I left 3 days early after I was rudely turned away from coffee 5 mins after the “breakfast” was served. Won’t be returning to that hotel, but I did enjoy Nosara.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis Luke

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a perfect place to get away- beautiful grounds, a short romantic walk to the beach. The staff is extremely helpful and satisfied all our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhydian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Outstanding location and setup….the team were all very helpful and organised..faultless and couldn’t recommend highly enough
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Prices for food and beverages are too high
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Prices on the menu are too high
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful stay at the Gilded Iguana - the service was wonderful, the room was very comfortable and the overall vibe was great. We particularly loved the outdoor shower in the jungle rooms. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nilay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel. Perfect place in Nosara.
Absolutely amazing hotel, nicest people there, beautiful and clean rooms, and super close to the beach. Restaurant and food is incredible as well!! It's a 11/10....just amazing. We'll go there for sure when we're back in Nosara.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rakhee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best place to stay in this area of Nosara! Beautiful grounds, peaceful atmosphere and aesthetic, many breakfast options included with the stay. Included yoga classes led by experienced and excellent teachers, cruiser bikes were fun to ride, and the longer pool hours are much appreciated. We loved our stay and plan to be back. Would love if in-room coffee was replenished daily with housekeeping services.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Only place I’d stay in Nosara.
I’ve spent over 100 nights in Nosara over the years and the past few vacations at Gilded Iguana are going to ensure me coming back. This place just keeps Getting better every year. All the women at the front desk are super helpful and make sure your stay is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024