SoulShine

Hotels
9.5 (177 reviews)
Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz , Playa Avellana , cr

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Grocery deliveries
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent food
Wonderful staff
Cons:
Uncomfortable bedding
Mosquitoes

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
Issues with cleanliness due to musky odors and mosquitoes reported.
Service
10
Owners and staff were excellent and attentive, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
9.61
Nice location near the beach, although some found the walk to be a bit lengthy.
Room Quality
8.15
Room configurations were not ideal for larger groups, leading to discomfort.
Amenities
10
Great facilities including a wonderful pool and nice restaurant offerings.
Value for Money
9.6
Overall value felt appropriate for the amenities and service provided.
Food and Beverage
10
Food was highly praised with delicious offerings including vegan options.
Overall Experience
10
Overall stay was memorable with several positive highlights.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 14:21

Property Description

Luxurious Stay near Avellanas Beach

Outdoor Pool and Free WiFi: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool and stay connected with complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the property.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in a variety of dining options at the on-site restaurant offering Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, with special dietary requests catered to.

Convenient Amenities: Relax in rooms featuring private balconies, air conditioning, and well-equipped kitchens. Plus, benefit from free parking, a garden, and a terrace for unwinding.

Experience a blend of comfort and convenience at SoulShine. Book now for an unforgettable stay near Avellanas Beach!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 177 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 10
Location: 9.61
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 9.6
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Jimena • extended_group • cr
9
El lugar es muy lindo y tiene una buena ubicación.
Pros:

Todo estuvo increíble, el desayuno delicioso.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Carina • family_with_children • cr
10
Excelente lugar para pasar en familia.
Pros:

La habitación estaba muy limpio y ordenado.
El personal muy amable en todo momento.

Cons:

Ampliar el menú de comidas.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Karl • extended_group • de
10
Beautiful tranquil stay
Pros:

Beautiful tranquil bungalows and property.
Staff was super friendly and accommodating.
The owner family is amazing and had great recommendations also for our further travels.
The walk to the beach is fine and the beach bar restaurant is great too.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Franziska • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Super friendly staff, relaxed vibe, garden

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Cécile • couple • fr
9
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Simone • family_with_children • ch
7
Gut aber teuer
Pros:

gute Lage

Cons:

sehr teuer, Pool nicht so sauber, viele Moskitos,

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family_with_children • ca
7
It’s a great property, I would recommend the Buddha house for families.
Pros:

Good location, great food, very clean. Loved the pool lounge area.

Cons:

Our balcony (treehouse) overlooked an ecotank and we could smell it walking up to our room sometimes. We found it pricey (CDN) for just the room. Found some areas a little dated relative to the pictures.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
8
Enjoyable.
Pros:

The setting was great. We had a room next to the pool. The howler monkeys were a bonus as we watched them swing in the trees above.

Cons:

Bed was uncomfortable. The coffee maker did not work, and one of the bedside lamps did not work.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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MIA • family_with_children • ca
9
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Meghan • family_with_children • us
10
Amazing stay in Costa Rica
Pros:

Property was lovely. The tree house was very nice and our kids loved it. Everyone was so accommodating and helpful. The restaurant amazing!

Cons:

Further to the beach than I would like but I would go back just because the staff, restaurant and hotel were just so lovely and relaxing.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Theodore • couple • us
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Joseline • extended_group • cr
8
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • family_with_children • ar
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Jan • solo_traveller • us
7
The food and some of the staff were the best part besides being so close to the beach.
Pros:

The restaurant food was amazing. Variety for everyone.

Cons:

They needed curtains that actually fit the entire window. No local art or any kind of art on the walls and at night depending on where you're located actually didn't matter where you were located. Kids at the pool were so loud until way late at night in early rise in the morning.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Lisette • extended_group • ca
8
Pros:

Nice surroundings, clean and secure.
Staff was great and even changed the sofa bed for a twin bed for our comfort.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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andrey • family_with_children • cr
9
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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sophie • family_with_children • ca
8
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Paulina • couple • us
9
Loved the beach and area
Pros:

The location was great. The staff was extremely helpful.

Cons:

It was a bit expensive for the quality. But the sector in general was expensive.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Chanty • extended_group • us
10
Your Soul will Shine
Pros:

It was so nice we extended our stay an extra night. Loved being in nature the gardens are so nice and the open community kitchen was a nice touch. They had a microwave to reheat when needed. We ate breakfast there often and couldn’t finish it so we would have snacks and reheat our leftovers.

Cons:

There’s nothing to not like.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Chanty • extended_group • us
10
Perfection in Avellanas
Pros:

I really loved the environment. As soon as we pulled up to property I appreciated its bohemian boutique style, with friendly staff, comfortable pool area and chairs and delicious food. I really loved our family room as well. The option to turn the sofa bed and swap it out for a second single bed was a nice option that was offered. Also the ability to call us a local taxi was so nice. Loved communicating via WhatsApp.

Cons:

Nothing. The only thing I wouldve wished I was more prepared for was the unpaved road. This is only because we were on foot initially when we’d walk to the other nearby restaurants or the beach. There aren’t any sidewalks and you end up sharing the iAd with cars. Most cars go slow and are mindful, but some do not ending up with dust kicking up everywhere. I found using face masks and bañadas helped as well as sunglasses. If you don’t plan on walking, this isn’t a problem.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee