Title: Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Enjoy international cuisine at dinner time. Warm up by the cozy fireplace or take advantage of concierge services for planning activities around Lake Arenal. ## Photo gallery for Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant ![Dinner served, international cuisine - Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant (Arenal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/a5372d44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant (Arenal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/8032d0c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant (Arenal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/3af3fd05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area - Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant (Arenal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/5bb51bf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Bathroom - Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant (Arenal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/df00bd5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nestled near Lake Arenal, Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant offers a serene retreat with full breakfast, a tranquil garden, and relaxing spa services. Unwind on the picturesque terrace or explore your literary side in the library. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 30 - Jan. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 31 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=16525123&PinnedHotelID=16525123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Lake View ![Double Room, Balcony, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/06a472df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony, Lake View 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker In-room safe - Lake view - 250 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View ![Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/91763e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Lake view - 250 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View ![Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/4d6d04fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker In-room safe - Lake view - 250 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Romantic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom ![Romantic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/4c09112c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Romantic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Ceiling fan Sofa bed Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 247 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area ![Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16530000/16525200/16525123/5bb51bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Free rollaway/extra beds Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 250 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Arenal travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Arenal.dx6034497) [View more B&B in Arenal](https://www.expedia.ca/Arenal-Bed-And-Breakfast.d6034497-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.53361%2C-84.88354&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y34lx_YAbwJH_91WvqaI_yg2pyk=) Nuevo Arenal, 1Km Este Del Gimnasio, Arenal, Guanacaste, 50807 ### What's nearby - ![Had to stop the car and breathe in the beauty. #lake #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622845864507/3cb0bbf4-11f4-4f77-8b60-cdd66b46762d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Arenal 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Panorama of volcano Arenal and view of beautiful nature of Costa Rica, La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Central America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000007687/1d660caf-c13c-415a-be22-d9d19f5f4930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arenal Volcano National Park 33 min drive \- 24.0 km - ![October 2018.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229900/8e322aea-edbb-46d8-a40a-5e8bf12fa11e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park 39 min drive \- 26.5 km - ![Tabacon Natural Hot Springs Bridge in La Fortuna, Costa Rica I](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229913/023a748b-e812-40b0-8caa-420bebf2d490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tabacon Hot Springs 41 min drive \- 30.0 km - Baldi Hot Springs 53 min drive \- 39.4 km ### Getting around - La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Café & Macadamia 15 min drive - Tom's Pan German Bakery 19 min walk - Selva Paraíso Souvenir & Coffee Shop 10 min drive - La Tortuga 5 min drive - Restaurante Cavi 64 min drive ## About this property ### Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Bed & breakfast near Lake Arenal Located close to Tronadora Arena and FlyZone Wakeboard School, Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Gingerbread Restaurant, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities. Other perks at this bed & breakfast include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance - Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Gingerbread Restaurant ### Things to do - Library ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Separate bedroom ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 2 floors - 3 buildings - Built in 2006 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 200.00 per vehicle (roundtrip) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Gingerbread Hotel Arenal Gingerbread Arenal Gingerbread Hotel Restaurant Gingerbread Restaurant Arenal Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Arenal Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Bed & breakfast Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Bed & breakfast Arenal ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant? ### What time is check-out at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant? ### Does Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline Dec 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property itself was fantastic and the bungalow we stayed in was clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed the food at the restaurant. The staff were very accommodating and welcoming. We're going to miss the soothing sounds of the jungle at night, especially the beautiful native birds that perched in the garden every morning. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Jacqueline Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip Jun 18, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Loved the staff. Food was amazing ##### Philip Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander William Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Eyal and his staff were the saving grace of our trip. When everything that could go wrong, did, we were warmly greeted and welcomely accommodated. Our room was absolutely beautiful, and the food and service in the restaurant was unrivaled! ##### Alexander William Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie Jan 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Gorgeous, well maintained property with amazing birds and plants. Cozy casitas with character and delicious meals served by colorful chef Eyal. ##### Natalie Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Armando Dec 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was quaint and well outfitted. The hotel location is beautiful and unique. The host was very hospitable, accommodating, and pleasant to talk to. The food is great and reasonably priced. The flowers, birds are a sight to see in the morning. If you want privacy and great accommodations at a great value, this is where to stay in Nuevo Arenal. It’s a short drive to Rio Celeste tubing or the Arenal Volcano. ##### Armando Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia Mar 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful boutique hotel. Only 6 rooms. each individually decorated . Owner chef welcoming and very personable. Amazing tasting meal available as well as regular menu. Enjoy the included family style breakfast (for hotel guests only) while you watch Toucans at the feeders. Highly recommend stopping at Gingerbred! ##### Virginia Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Saeed Jan 2, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Full of mosquitos and bugs. very dirty. We couldn't stay even 5 minutes in the room. Luckily I found another hotel to stay that night. It was terrible ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0AB78CDBC7A843484013B542A7A0AAD301EC96EB1735837672559.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/22C68CFA505EEBA968C4317DC2E775A563BD7D1B1735837674067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/32109D6DD98E77543804353CCF7F507983C3188A1735837674046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Saeed Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jahnick Feb 11, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful Lakefront B&B We stayed at Gingerbread for three nights while looking for a home to rent in the Arenal area. Our room was lovely, with murals painted on the wall and ceiling. It was very quiet. We had a private balcony with a wonderful lake view. There were birds everywhere ... tanagers, aracaris, oropendulas, jays, robins, euphonias, etc. Breakfast was served outside on the covered terrace overlooking the lake, and each day featured a different creation by Chef Eyal. The restaurant was awesome for dinner as well, we enjoyed escargots, mussels, caesar salad and ribs among many other delicious dishes. We highly recommend this B&B. ##### Jahnick ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara Nov 19, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hotel, amazing food. Wow, this hotel was great. The staff were super friendly, parking and WiFi were both great! However the best thing this joint has going is the food! It’s incredible, I know there are many hotels in the area but this hotel was exceptional. ##### Sara Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 11, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort we were given a room in that was a separate l bungalow. it was very large with a king and queen bed. was air conditioned which is also uncommon.in Costa Rica. The breakfast was great and was included with the room. The restaurant has an awesome chef who completed culinary studies in Chicago. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles Apr 8, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Passionate cook/owner—amazing and unique place Wow! Eyal and the whole (tiny) gingerbread hotel and restaurant was a highlight of our stay in Costa Rica. Eyal is truly a man with a genius for cooking—basically, imagine if Anthony Bourdain operated a restaurant and bed and breakfast, i.e., this isn’t the kind of place you ask for “more or less spicey”, you get what you get and what you get is amazing. Both dinners we had there (with my wife and kids) were arguably the best meals i have ever experienced. And eating and staying here is truly an experience—the birds, the howler monkeys, and Eyal himself, all come together to make this certainly the most unique place we’ve ever stayed. we were assigned the wine cellar room (?casita) which defies description in this format, but trust me it’s unique, comfortable and memorable, every touch is custom. if you don’t awaken spontaneously to the sound of howler monkeys and copious copious birds, set your alarm for 5:30 am, it’s worth it. ##### Charles ### 8/10 Good #### Laurie Apr 6, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Creative place Really enjoyed the property, our bungalow, and the food prepared from the chef. Very creative place! ##### Laurie ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris, Bay Area CA. Sep 15, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Food We stay here for It's central location and we just have to walk downstairs to our favorite restaurant. ##### Chris Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffery Jan 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Jeffery Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hara Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C51B4CB1D9099EA80E6955FC2F6593EFEECDB6071712410338753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Hara Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Doris Mar 29, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Doris ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Mangaby](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Hotels-Hotel-Mangaby.h9786464.Hotel-Information) > > [Condovac la Costa](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Hotels-Condovac-La-Costa.h12534581.Hotel-Information) > > [Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Catalinas-Hotels-Santarena-Hotel-At-Las-Catalinas.h30440211.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Flamingo-Hotels-Margaritaville-Beach-Resort-Playa-Flamingo.h189539.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Palace-Costa-Rica-All-Inclusive.h5431338.Hotel-Information) > > [Playa Lagarto Eco Development](https://www.expedia.ca/Marbella-Hotels-Playa-Lagarto-Eco-Development.h19979634.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Catalinas-Hotels-Casa-Chameleon-Hotel-Las-Catalinas-Adults-Only.h17239217.Hotel-Information) > > [Pacifico Resort Condominiums](https://www.expedia.ca/Coco-Hotels-Pacifico-Resort-Condominiums.h15992557.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.ca/Papagayo-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Costa-Rica.h984916.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa del Sueño](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Del-Sueno.h19326374.Hotel-Information) > > [Flamingo Marina Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Flamingo-Hotels-Flamingo-Marina-Resort.h5164682.Hotel-Information) > > [CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Papagayo-Hotels-Casa-Conde-Beach-Front-Hotel.h1333932.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Sol Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Hotels-Villas-Sol-Hotel-And-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h1810654.Hotel-Information) > > [Las Catalinas Doorway](https://www.expedia.ca/Tempate-Hotels-Las-Catalinas-Collection.h11046448.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Panama-Beach-Hotels-Occidental-Papagayo-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h659642.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Pez Vela Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Bahia-Pez-Vela-Resort.h1118962.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Colono Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Coco-Hotels-Hotel-Colono-Beach.h11027402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Hotels-Hotel-Bosque-Del-Mar.h113407.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunama Ocean View Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Flamingo-Hotels-Paradise-Flamingo-Beach-Hotel.h5125672.Hotel-Information) > > [Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Flamingo-Hotels-Casas-Del-Toro-Playa-Flamingo.h8981765.Hotel-Information) > > [The Palms At Coco Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Coco-Hotels-The-Palms-At-Coco-Beach.h4434186.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Riu-Guanacaste-All-Inclusive.h2818771.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Potrero-Hotels-Bahia-Del-Sol-Beach-Front-Boutique-Hotel.h1190047.Hotel-Information) > > [Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Papagayo-Hotels-Planet-Hollywood-Beach-Resort-Costa-Rica-All-Inclusive.h21882911.Hotel-Information) > > [Conchal Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Brasilito-Hotels-Conchal-Hotel.h6139888.Hotel-Information) > > [Toro Blanco Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Coco-Hotels-Toro-Blanco-Resort.h15241531.Hotel-Information) > > [Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Papagayo-Hotels-Secrets-Papagayo-Adults-Only.h10650279.Hotel-Information) > > [El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Papagayo-Hotels-El-Mangroove-Papagayo.h6052327.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Villa Del Sol](https://www.expedia.ca/Coco-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Del-Sol.h16081830.Hotel-Information)