El Ocotal

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El Ocotal featuring a pebble beach and a beach
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

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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! (1,313 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 26 February 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
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8/10 Very Good! (1,431 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 26 February 2026

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Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B

3 out of 5
Entrada Urbanización Ocotal 250 SE Sardinal Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this B&B in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Staff was really helpful! Beautiful pool and yummy breakfast, definitely would stay again.

Reviewed on 24 February 2026

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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! (93 reviews)
The villa was gorgeous. All the appointments inside the home were updated and very classy. The view is outstanding. I'd love to come back again.

Reviewed on 22 February 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! (7 reviews)
The unit was well represented, loved having 3 beds/baths. So appreciated Corby, the prop mgr meeting us in Playa de Coco and following her to the unit. We would never have found it on our own and in the dark.Very short walk to the beach and Father Roosters. The wifi was pretty sketchy. We had some ...

Reviewed on 22 February 2026

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

Toro Blanco Resort

2.5 out of 5
25 Metros Sur de la Iglesia Catolica Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews)
Beautiful property, great location. Only thing is there is an ant problem and the rooms are very noisy at night coming from restaurants and bars until very late.

Reviewed on 24 February 2026

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Papagayo Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Sardinal at Papagayo Golf and Country Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or seek out the local tours.

Papagayo Golf and Country Club

Playa Penca

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Penca during your trip to Coco? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Playa Penca

Diamante Eco Adventure Park

Meet the animals who live at Diamante Eco Adventure Park during your travels in El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Diamante Eco Adventure Park

El Coco Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to El Coco Casino during your visit to Coco? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

El Coco Casino

Haras del Mar Equestrian Center

You can take time to visit Haras del Mar Equestrian Center during your travels to Nuevo Colon. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Haras del Mar Equestrian Center

Rocio's Kitchen

Enjoy an outing to Rocio's Kitchen during your stay in Playa Hermosa. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Rocio's Kitchen