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 Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,264 reviews)
The room was not great even though it was renovated. It had a very bad sewage smell it was a little unbearable at first, but we got used to it unfortunately. I told the front desk and they did nothing i was a little upset that they didn’t do anything. I had to go back a second time to let them know ...

Reviewed on 8 January 2026

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this 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! (1,366 reviews)
The staff are excellent. The hotel itself is a bit outdated and could definitely use a facelift to more warmer colors and lighting.

Reviewed on 10 January 2026

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Tortuga Verde Glamping

Tortuga Verde Glamping

3 out of 5
Residencial El Ocotal Sardinal Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
It was very relaxing. Security was great. Helpful & friendly staff. The WiFi was very spotty in our location #7 so texting & internet were unavailable. Also Due to this the TV did not function. Water pressure was very low so difficult to have a shower.

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

Tortuga Verde Glamping
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
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
The resort in clean. The villas are very comfortable for your stay. We had snorkeling and kayaking equipment in the villa. The kitchen was well equipped. The restaurant on the property is really good.

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Tranquil 3 Bed 3 Bath Beach House Steps from the Quaint Playa Ocotal Beach

Tranquil 3 Bed 3 Bath Beach House Steps from the Quaint Playa Ocotal Beach

Sardinal Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Rooms were clean, however shower drain in one of the barthroom was clogged and didnot drain properly. Patio furniture could have been more comfortable and couple of more additional chairs would have been nice. Location of the villa was good, close proximity to the beach however villas were too close ...

Reviewed on 30 December 2025

Tranquil 3 Bed 3 Bath Beach House Steps from the Quaint Playa Ocotal Beach
 Spectacular View Luxury Villa,  Overlooking Ocean at Bahia Pez Vela Resort

Spectacular View Luxury Villa, Overlooking Ocean at Bahia Pez Vela Resort

Guanacaste Province Guanacaste Province
Stay at this villa in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Beach getaway
Perfect place to base your vacation! Check in was easy and the location is beautiful! Easy drive to many beaches and attractions although the beach and pools on property are very nice. The kids loved seeing all the animals on property and the views from the villa are amazing!!

Reviewed on 11 August 2025

Spectacular View Luxury Villa, Overlooking Ocean at 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.

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Reviews of El Ocotal

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
88
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.