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Ocotal Beach Resort

3.5 of 5
Playa del Coco | PO Box 1, Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
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Ocotal Beach Resort
Ranked #10 of 14 hotels in Playas del Coco
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Portland, Oregon
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2013

We stayed here for 5 days - the view was fantastic (300 series room) as well as from the restaurant. This hotel has great potential, but has fallen behind in maintaining the facility. We had no table lamp, dirty patio tiles, cracked sidewalk, broken TV channel changer, etc.... Nothing horrid, but somewhat frustrating and certainly didn't live up to a... More

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Pat P, Manager at Ocotal Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 12, 2013

Dear Sir: Thank you very much for your feedback, we will follow up on your complaint, we had problems with the wifi signal in the area, but we are working to resolve this situation. We are sending a copy of your report to the maintenance department. Any additional questions or concerns please do it to mercadeo@ocotalresort.com Regards, Hotel Management More

stouffville
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

Although my boyfriend and I did not stay at the hotel, we did try and go to the restaurant...... the view was the only nice thing about the restaurant..... the menu was nothing special at all and very overpriced and offered very little. We were in Coco for a month and ate out a lot, and we ended up walking... More

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Pat P, Director of Sales at Ocotal Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 8, 2013

Dear friends, Greetings from Ocotal Beach Resort in Guanacaste. We appreciate your visit and comments about the restaurant , the hotel will do a review of the menu and restaurant prices, we expect to implement in the coming months new ways to provide more and better options to our customers. Any additional comments or questions, mail it to: mercadeo@ocotalresort.com We... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2012

The hotel is set high up above the Pacific with great views and a lovely terrace and restaurant area. However when we stayed at the start of Dec 2012 several areas of the terrace were closed as the wooden structure was rotten and unsafe. The beach (reached via steep steps of the road) is not very inviting as the bay... More

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Pat P, Manager at Ocotal Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 15, 2013

Dear Sir: We apologize for the delay in response, we have been making changes to the hotel with the intention of improving service in all areas. Any additional questions may do so by mail: mercadeo@ocotalresort.com Thank you very much for your suggestions. More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2012

I wanna start by saying it was a nightmare trying to get to the place. There's no sign at the entrance to let you know you're there. We past by it several times before realizing the entrance we were looking at could be the way to go... Terrible feeling being lost and having no one to ask... The address they... More

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Pat P, Manager at Ocotal Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 15, 2013

Dear Sir: With pleasure we will take your suggestion to place better and more signs of the hotel at strategic locations. We will review the information on how to reach the hotel. Any additional questions may do so by mail: mercadeo@ocotalresort.com Thank you very much... More

Suburbs of Philadelphia, PA
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 17, 2012 via mobile

What an amazing resort! From breakfast overlooking the water, to the tide pools around the rock, to the infinity pool, to the pool bar and dive shop- everything was perfect! The front desk was amazing. The all-day tour with Mardigi Tours was great too!!! I can't wait to go back!!!

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Pat P, Manager at Ocotal Beach Resort, responded to this review
February 15, 2013

Dear Sir: We greatly appreciate your positive comments about the hotel. We hope you visit us again. We are proud to serve you. Any additional questions may do so by mail: mercadeo@ocotalresort.com Sincerely, The Management.... More

Leon Springs, Texas
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 13, 2012

We just returned from spending six days at the Ocotal Beach Resort which were relaxing and very enjoyable. We found, contrary to many reviews that the rooms and grounds were well kept and clean. The restaurant (Roca Bruja) near the reception area had one of the finest views I've ever seen. We had the (included) breakfast buffet each morning which... More

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Montreal, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2012

This is the first time ever writing a review..I felt compelled because of the two really negative nastily review that i saw..I was on that Passover trip and yes the hotel is not five star and was never made out to be but it was comfortable and very scenic..There was hotel security as well as private plainsclothes security which most... More

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California
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

I am not a picky traveler but when I see pictures and expect something nice it better be that way. I think a lot of you will agree... Location is ok I guess. Everything is on the hill there so u have to do some walking to get to the beach witch does not look anywhere close to what the... More

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Portland, Oregon
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 5, 2012

This was the one place I didn't read reviews of before we went and wish I had. Heads up: if when you get to a resort and they give you a "rules" sheet right away where printed in bold it says if you're not satisfied with your stay there will be no refunds, that might be an indication this resort... More

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Lake City, Florida
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 21, 2012

I first visited Ocotal in 2001. Although some of the rooms show their age, they are still great accommodations. The view from the rooms as well as the restaurant. The staff is excellent and will go above and beyond to serve. The dive operation is first class with great boats and a very good staff. EAN is available and although... More

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What travelers say

  • Costa rica(12)
  • Dive shop(7)
  • Very good(6)
  • Credit card(4)
  • Free breakfast(4)
  • Fresh fruit(4)
  • Beautiful views(3)

Additional Information about Ocotal Beach Resort

Address: Playa del Coco | PO Box 1, Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Guanacaste > Playas del Coco
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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Ocotal Beach Hotel Playas Del Coco
Ocotal Beach Hotel
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