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Sunset Shack Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Nosara with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Deluxe Room | Private kitchenette
Reception
View from room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July

Explore the area

Map
Playa Guiones, Nosara, Guanacaste, 50206
  • Guiones Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Nosara Beach
  • Playa Pelada
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Nosara

Sunset Shack Hotel places you steps from Nosara Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Guiones Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Nosara hotel you'll find Samara Beach.

What's nearby

  • Guiones Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nosara Spanish Institute - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Safari Surf School - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Frog Pad - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Playa Pelada - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Howler’s Beach Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant and Bar at The Gilded Iguana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Luna - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dog Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café de Paris - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sunset Shack Hotel

Hotel in Nosara with full-service spa and free breakfast
Sunset Shack Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Sunset Shack Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Nosara hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sunset Shack Hotel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. This Nosara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Healing Centre. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sunset Shack Hotel?

Sunset Shack Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Shack Hotel?

As of 25 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Shack Hotel on 26 Jul 2025 start from NZ$300.96, 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 parking available at Sunset Shack Hotel?

Yep, Sunset Shack Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sunset Shack Hotel?

Yep, Sunset Shack Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Nosara Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, body boarding and fishing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Sunset Shack Hotel?

Yep, Healing Centre is available for guests.

Does Sunset Shack Hotel have a pool?

Sunset Shack Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What makes Sunset Shack Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sunset Shack Hotel.

Is Sunset Shack Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sunset Shack Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Sunset Shack Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full brekkie is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunset Shack Hotel?

No, Sunset Shack Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sunset Shack Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunset Shack Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunset Shack Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sunset Shack Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 94 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved Sunset Shack. Such a lovely bunch working there, food and drinks were fantastic and its location is perfect, especially if a beach and surf lover
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although on the main street, it is tucked away with a lot of space and very comfortable. A five minute walk to the beach. One can explore the area completely on foot. I especially appreciated that Tica massage was 30 seconds from my front door! I loved that there were two doors in the room, which allowed a crossbreeze, lots of light and a sweet little patio to sit and read.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot. Only thing id recommend is more exterior night lighting and anti-slip mats / handrails in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet, lots of monkeys, close to harmony, farmers market and beach. Comfortable lines, nice mini bar with cold drinks daily in the room. Tico massage right across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property and the staff. Really well thought out and great attention to detail. Very comfortable and easy. Lovely pool and great restaurant. Well located and nice to also pop across to Harmony"s juice bar and to sit under their palapas for a change in scenery. Will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at the Sunset Shack! We are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We loved staying at the Sunset Shack!!

The Sunset Shack is the perfect place to stay for a surf trip in Nosara! It is quiet and chill compared to other places in the area, and it's a short walk down to the beach. Our room was very comfortable and a perfect size for our family. The staff is so friendly and attentive, and the food at Al Chile is fresh, delicious and nourishing. And reasonably priced. We so enjoyed our daily breakfasts and lunches. We also appreciate that the road is paved by the Sunset Shack as it keeps the dust down as compared to other places in the area. We loved relaxing by the pool and drinking fresh juice in between our surf sessions. Definitely make dinner reservations for every evening of your stay during busy times. We enjoyed multiple dinners at Al Chile, the Harmony Hotel, La Luna and the Guilded Iguana.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Laid back atmosphere, nice room with a mini kitchen, very comfortable beds, lovely pool, so close to the beach- wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love my stay there The rooms are beautiful and the staff is super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

Rooms were clean, coffee & pour over for daily use, small kitchen sink & utensils if needed. the onsite restaurant had great food for all meals, great drinks, very friendly staff, highly recommend this place. LIked that it’s not a big touristy hotel & is down to earth where you get a feel for the local culture.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pura Vida paradise

Fantastic spot to eat sleep surf yoga…. Fantastic staff & great breakfast included. I will be back for sure! I have fallen in love once again w Costa Rica- the place the beach the people the plants the critters- the food pura Vida all the way
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little hotel. Excellent location

Great location close to the beach. A little quieter there vs right next to all the busiest restaurants. Issue with the AC one night but it was fixed promptly. Kids liked the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Very nice and friendly place

It is a lovely place. The staff at the reception and team at the restaurant are super friendly and make the stay very nice. Daily cleaning and huge size nice breakfasts! Every room has a kitchenette with a coffee maker which is nice. One thing that was a bit of wobble for me is that I stayed in room N1. Everyone was passing by. So you have to keep your windows always closed with curtains and it was dark and at times a bit nosy. It is not a cheap place but then Nosara is generally very expensive and comparing to other hotels it ended up been a reasonable deal. And the place is close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOCATION IS PHENOMENAL. Sunset Shack is the little sibling to Harmony Hotel across the street. My room was well tended to and breakfast is included at El Chile (nice surprise). Room and property were very clean, I did however find 2 large ants, and multiple little legged worms in my room over my stay which were easy enough to get in a cup and throw outside - not unexpected being in Costa Rica/Jungle territory. What I didn't know until my last day was that you can charge food from Harmony Hotel over to your room at Sunset Shack if you go over the the juice bar or restaurant so that's a handy hack if you don't want to be carrying your card around! Would definitely stay there again, perfect spot if you want to be close to Guiones/Surf (which was my intention)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Javier F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing experience

Amazing room, the staff was so friendly, the beach is so beautiful, definitely we are going to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021