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JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort

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Dates

April 2026

May 2026

On the beach, white sand, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Spa pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Restaurant

includes taxes & fees

24 Apr - 25 Apr

Explore the area

Playa Mansita, Hacienda Pinilla, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

Place, Mansita Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
‪12 min walk‬
Place, Playa Róbalo
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Exceptional

52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Exceptional

Garden view
52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Good

Ocean view
52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Oceanfront)

Sea view
52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Oceanfront)

Very good

Ocean view
227 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Ocean view
129 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Wonderful

Garden view
52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Exceptional

Garden view
129 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Sea view
129 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Oceanfront)

Sea view
129 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Very good

Ocean view
52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Oceanfront)

Exceptional

Ocean view
52 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Garden view
129 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Oceanfront)

Ocean view
129 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Tamarindo

A luxury stay in Tamarindo awaits you at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Mansita Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Tamarine, serves Asian cuisine and is open for dinner. At the resort's own poolside bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find cabanas, and enjoy the 2 hot tubs and outdoor swimming pool. 10000 square feet (929 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include a 24-hour gym, a sauna and Wi-Fi in public areas. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Tamarindo resort, you'll be 15.7 km (9.7 mi) from Tamarindo Beach and 28.7 km (17.8 mi) from Flamingo Beach.

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What's nearby

Mansita Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Playa Róbalo - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Playa Langosta - 12 min drive - 4.5 km
Tamarindo Beach - 36 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬28 min drive
‪Baulas Snack Bar - ‬31 min drive
‪Starbucks Tamarindo - ‬28 min drive
‪Rum Bar - ‬1 min walk
‪Pandeli - ‬29 min drive

About this property

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort

Some rates at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

You'll be playing in the surf in no time with a free ride on the resort's complimentary beach shuttle. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort such as a complimentary children's club and an outdoor pool.

There are 6 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. This Colonial resort also offers a 24-hour health club, a steam room and a garden. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Tamarindo resort is smoke free.

310 guestrooms or units

5 levels

2 buildings

6 dining venues

3 bars or lounges

10000 sq ft of conference space

929 sq. m of conference space

Built in 2009

Deli

Kid's club (free)

Supervised kid's activities (free)

Childcare (surcharge)

Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Charging station for electric cars

Conference centre

Business facilities

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Staff members are multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Wedding services available

Terrace

Garden

Gift shop

Beauty salon

Newspapers in lobby (free)

On-site shopping

Bellhop

Lift

No smoking on site

Water dispenser

Coffee shop

Bar by the pool

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort offers 310 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 36-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and free newspapers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 14 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Pool
Spa pool
Breakfast included
Spa

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 14.99 per 24-hour period)
Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 14.99 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free beach shuttle
Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Free valet parking on site
Limited on-site valet and self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 18 per person
3 bars/lounges
6 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Azul Grill
Mansita
Sabanero
Tamarine

Things to do

18-hole adjacent golf course
2 hot tubs
24-hour health club
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
Fitness classes
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Golf caddies
Golf carts
Golf clubhouse
Golf clubs/equipment
Golf driving range
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Mountain biking
Outdoor pool
Pilates classes
Playground
Pro golf lessons
Pro golf shop
Sauna
Shopping
Steam room

Family friendly

Children's games
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
In-room babysitting
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

2 meeting rooms
Business centre
Computer station
Conference centre (10,000 square foot of space)

Outdoors

Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the beach
On the waterfront
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Telescope
Terrace

Full-service spa

14 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Hydrotherapy
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Outdoor treatment areas
Reflexology
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Swedish massages
Thai massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Braille/raised signage
Grab bar in bathtub
Grab bar in shower
Grab bar near toilet
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Transfer shower
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-width doorways
Wheelchairs on site

2 buildings
5 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Built in 2009
Colonial architecture
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Reception hall
Rooftop garden
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

36-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
IPod dock

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Recycling
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

A late check-out fee will be charged

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 at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lb per pet)
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.

Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 38 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Fitness centre access
Fitness/yoga classes

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 18 per person
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 14.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 14.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Airport shuttle fee: USD 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
A late check-out fee will be charged
Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

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, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

JW Marriott Guanacaste Pinilla

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort Pinilla

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort

JW Marriott Guanacaste

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort Tamarindo

Resort JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa Tamarindo

Tamarindo JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa Resort

Resort JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa Tamarindo

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort

JW Marriott Guanacaste Tamarindo

JW Marriott Guanacaste

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort Spa

Jw Marriott Guanacaste And Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

As of 24 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort on 24 Apr 2026 start from NZ$1,123, 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 JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

Yep, JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort has a free self car park and free valet parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

Yep, JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort is a short 11-minute walk from Mansita Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga, volleyball and jet skiing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort. It has 2 hot tubs, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort have a pool?

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort features 2 hot tubs, a 24-hour health club and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs, pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as deep-soaking baths and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort.

Is JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and free supervised childcare, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 6 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

Cats and dogs are welcome at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet.

Is there a golf course on site at JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort?

There is a golf course next to JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort.

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne

Travelled with family

18 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property! Excellent service!!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA

18 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Excellent service

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pablo

17 Dec 2025

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Minn

16 Dec 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Pablo

Travelled with family

7 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Shower space very small, to open the water you will get wet, can’t try it with extended hand. Breakfast buffet underwhelming, limited, no self-service of coffee/capuccino. Omeletes made to order in only one station and they are small. ‘Ocean View’ is not such, with many obstacles on the line of sight and far. No luggage rack in the room. AC control very limited on temperature selection. People are nice, so is the area surrounding it.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

9 Nov 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domingo G, Dayton

Travelled with group

4 Nov 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Yes, very clean they organized and cleaned our room multiple times a day. They could’ve had more restaurants open. Some music down at the pool would’ve been nice. Apparently we went during their lowest season and it was only about 5 to 10% occupied so it was pretty quiet. There was a minor construction that disrupted our afternoon one day with some very loud pressure washers. It’d be nice if they had a club with music and dance floor . but they did upgrade us when we got there to a better room with an ocean view. I was very appreciated of that.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

25 Oct 2025

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

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

23 Oct 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice clean quit

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

BrianHwan

20 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

29 Sept 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thevena

Travelled with partner

4 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property was very clean and the staff were very respectful and professional. It was an amazing experience overall.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

nicholas

25 Aug 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gautam, Chantilly

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had minor issues with AC being always on, and the thermostats not kicking in. There was also a clog in the AC unit and cause leaking from the ceiling. The road to the resort needs work. There is a 10 minute stretch that’s really nerve wracking if you are coming in for the first time when it’s dark, and you worry about the damage to the vehicle. Other than that, it’s a great place and does deserve all the 5-stars.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

VANESSA

16 Aug 2025

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

15 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great stay, fantastic staff and beautiful property.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jayden

Travelled with partner

14 Aug 2025

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

I wouldn't go back here. If you're already in the area and looking for a place to stay for a couple nights it's probably worth it, but we did our honeymoon here for 8 nights and I wouldn't recommend staying here for that long. Pros: - The pool and property grounds are pretty awesome - Most of the staff are really nice and friendly - All of the food, although limited (see Cons section), was quite good, everything tasted great Cons: - We did the "All Inclusive" option, don't do this. There's so few restaurants and one of them isn't even included in the All Inclusive package, on top of that there are menu items/drinks that aren't included too. It was also confusing what was and wasn't included, kept getting different answers from the staff, so I was nervous that I was going to get a huge bill by the end of the trip. - The pool was quite warm for a few of the days we were there (early August), makes sense for how hot the weather was when we were there, but it wasn't very refreshing when you're looking for an escape from the heat - I see a lot of people praising the cleanliness in other reviews, but we had gross dark smudges around the bathroom and stains on sheets and the chair in the room. Nothing too crazy, but was a bit gross. - If you're looking for a nice beach, don't go here. It's very rocky, was quite choppy when we were there, and the sand isn't anything to write home about (though there are shells and things to see if that's what you're into)

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Travelled with family

14 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property is beautiful, the staff is fantastic, and the food is delicious. The room had a lovely view of the garden from the balcony and my children absolutely loved the pool. One downside: It is very secluded so it is a long drive to go one excursions.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Travelled with family

11 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

I liked that the property had friendly staff and the grounds were well maintained as well as the room. It was more remote which hindered us from leaving the property except for an excursion. It was posted the beach had strong currents and swimming was ill advised which was disappointing. Also no Costa Rican food options for dinner restaurants on the property and there were limited options close to the resort. My other issue was we purchased “all inclusive “ and many times we were served drinks that were not covered but told after the fact which was irritating. Sparkling water was not included- odd. Overall it was ok, the resort shows wear. If you are looking to get out on your own and go to town- this is not the resort for you.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with family

8 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property was perfect for our family! The pool was great, restaurant options were delicious, and the beach was beautiful and convenient. We watched beautiful sunsets and had a very relaxing time. There were activities available throughout the day like mixology classes, cooking classes, yoga, bike rides, etc. The staff were so friendly and helpful! We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

JUDITH

23 Jul 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

23 Jul 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

mark oliver, san diego

19 Jul 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Service was awful. Room service was 2 hours multiple times. When leaving our rental car had a dead battery. We asked concierge for a taxi. Said there were no taxi to airport. Asked for shuttle. Said no shuttle. Asked how I could get to the airport and he said he didn’t know. There were many more failures along the way as well.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner

17 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed in a garden view suite with a private pool. The room was excellent!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with family

9 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful resort, great service and lots of things to do in area. Although excursions were a bit far concierge coordinated everything for my family. Will definitely return.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort

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