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
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

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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! (1,289 reviews)
room smell like sewage

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

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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! (1,393 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 2 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.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)
The location is safe and peaceful, the staff are very polite and welcoming, and the breakfast is delicious. The room was clean and comfortable. I would happily stay here again.

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Hotel Ocotal B&B
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! (92 reviews)
Loveley resort! Great beach! Xlnt food!

Reviewed on 14 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
Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!

Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!

Vista Ocotal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Sardinal. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
Our family of five had a great week in Ocotal. Weather was amazing, Vanessa and Jorge helped organize fun adventures, and we loved Ocotal Beach. The snorkeling was excellent right off the beach. Coco Beach has lots of restaurants and is a quick but exciting 15 min drive. The condo pool was good but ...

Reviewed on 3 January 2026

Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!
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
101
5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
88
4 - Good 38%
3 - Okay
26
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
10
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.