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Hotel Guanamar: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
Playa Carrillo, Playa Carrillo 1260, Costa Rica
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Doylestown, Pennsylvania, United States
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Wonderful Hotel, View, and Staff!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

My wife and I had the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica for a friend's wedding over the first weekend of December in 2012. We had been very tired after a long day of traveling from the east coast, and we arrived to this wonderful location, where a very professional, friendly staff assisted us with all our needs. We arrived just in time to see the sunset, along with a fantastic dinner at the outdoor restaurant/bar. There is no better view of Playa Carrillo, than at Hotel Guanamar, and all of the rooms share this view as well. I highly reccoment the ocean view suites, as they sit higher and give you a more panoramic view.

The location has everything you need on premise. Quality food, bar service, pool, and a short walk to the beach, local shops and restaurants. Hotel Guanamar is affordable, safe, and met all of our expectaions. Marianela and Laura at the front desk knew us by name, and were always available to assist us with questions, or set up an excersion for fishing, horseback riding, or zip-lining. They were amazing!!

The manager Milagro, along with the entire staff in the restaurant were available at all times, and very helpful and friendly. We plan on returning soon, as 5 days was not nearly enough time in paradise. Perfect for families, couples, or a retreat.

Nick and Becky
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
(United States)

Room Tip: The Ocean View rooms, andd the Bay View rooms both overlook Playa Carrillo. The Ocean View sits high...
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Red Bank, New Jersey
1 review
“7 Nights may be too long to stay?”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

Vistiors should be reminded that this hotel is built on a hill side. If you are not in the best of shape, you should be warned that some of the best Ocean View rooms will require a considerable amount of stair climbing at times, just to get to the bar and food.
Stayed there 7 nights, while customer service was indeed excellent. Food was good on some days and not so good on others.

Room Tip: While our larger, "Ocean View" room had a great view The A/C unit was extremely noisy!
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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica
1 review
“Genial! Wonderful!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

Estuve por allá en Julio del 2012 con mi familia, y la pasamos genial. Estuve en una Habitación Ocean View maravillosa. La playa esta a 5 minutos caminando desde el hotel. El trato del personal maravilloso, la comida genial. Los Felicito! Este año los visitaremos de nuevo!!!!

I was there on last July 2012 with my family. We had a great time there. We were in an awesome "Ocean Vie"w room, The beach is to near from the hotel around 5 minutes walking. Food and the people wonderful! Congratulations!! We will visit this hotel this year again!!!

Best Regards

Ruben Fallas!

  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Black Creek, Canada
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Breathtaking views and will do a return trip!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 14, 2012

This hotel is amazing. The views from any angle are to die for!! Staff is very accomodating and pleasant. We stayed there for 2 nights and enjoyed many adventures. Walking on the beach and taking in the tropical atmosphere was unreal. Went on a half day fishing trip from the hotel ($350) and caught black tuna and needle fish. Delightful guide that knew some English and worked very hard for us. We wanted to do the Marlin fishing, but other charters were very expensive to rent.

We did take in the Turtle tour and was able to see a rare black turtle come into shore and lay her eggs (85 of them), and the release of new borns back into the ocean from the sanctuary/reserve. This is conducted at night so its very hard to see. Unfortunately the people that were with us kept putting on their ipod lights that was disturbing the turtle.

The restaurant was very good and plentiful. I am elergic to some items so they accomodated me and made me special plates for me to enjoy.

The sunsets were without words. Sitting back on the deck, drinking Miami Vices (pinocolada mixed with strawberry dacqari), with peace and quiet.... what more could you ask for?

We took a taxi to the beach town ($10) for our shopping adventures. Fantastic people that you can barter with and came away with some really nice gifts at very reasonable prices. The tempature for this day was 34 degrees celcuis (94 farenheight) . Extremely hot but SO loved it and absorbed it all!

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Madrid, Spain
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Amazing view ocean”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2012

The pool is fabulous with an incredible view. The Restaurante is great! you can eat there and you will pay a low price for delicious typical and tropical dishes.
Customer service is excellent.
I can not wait to stay there one more time!

  • Stayed December 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Guanamar Hotel Playa Carrillo
Hotel Guanamar Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Address: Playa Carrillo, Playa Carrillo 1260, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Guanacaste > Playa Carrillo
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 On the Beach Hotels in Playa Carrillo
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Guanamar is a three star family hotel in Playa Carrillo Costa Rica in Guanacaste province which has been operating for the last 25 years in the North Pacific coast of Costa Rica, near the warm waters of Pacific ocean.It just 2 miles from Playa Samara. The hotel is surrounded by the rich and exuberant flora and fauna typical from the area. Guanamar is perfectly situated on the hill top at the southern end of the bay, inviting guests to enjoy the spectacular panoramic views and sunsets. Guanamar is located close to samara beach hotels (4miles) and just 1 mile from local airport (samara airport). ... more   less 
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