Nandel Beach Resort

Hotels
Independent
8.2 (83 reviews)
Playa Jobo, La Cruz, Guanacaste , La Cruz , CR

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free beach cabanas
Proposal/romance packages available
Free bicycles nearby
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable
Beautiful location
Cons:
Poor service
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
3.7
Extremely unprofessional and dirty!!!
Service
7.7
This place don’t answer their phones or messages.
Location
9.7
Bella vista al mar, cerca de playas muy bonitas.
Room Quality
8.7
Good value and comfortable.
Amenities
9.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.7
Good value.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.7
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 04:20

Property Description

Private Beach and Outdoor Pools - Unwind on the private beach or take a refreshing dip in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools available at Nandel Beach Resort.

Dining and Entertainment Options - Indulge in delectable meals at Eagle Ray restaurant, grab snacks at the snack bar/deli, and savor drinks at the bar/lounge or poolside bar. Socialize at the complimentary daily reception.

Comfortable Accommodations and Nearby Attractions - Retreat to one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms with LED TVs, Select Comfort beds, and private balconies/patios. Explore nearby attractions like Playa Jobo and Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge.

Ready to experience a serene beach getaway at Nandel Beach Resort? Book your stay now for a relaxing stay by the bay.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Gap period enforced between guest stays - 48 hours

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 33

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 83 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.7
Service: 7.7
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 8.7
L
Luis
8
Pros:

Muy cómodo cerca de playas muy bonitas

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
O
Oscar
8
Pros:

Es una buena opción se te encuentras en la zona. Bella vista al mar

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
D
David family
8
Pros:

Great place to stay in Playa Jobo area.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
F
Francisco
10
Pros:

Good value

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
T
Terry
2
Lost my money!!!!
Pros:

This place don’t answer their phones or messages from hotels.com!!! I tried to cancel it as it said online was 10 minutes away from Coco beach and it was 2 hours plus away! So I tried to cancel and never got replies so lost my money! Extremely unprofessional and dirty!!!! For this reason I’d never recommend when they don’t answer people over like this! Ended up having to pay for another place which was actually in Coco!!!

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
S
STEEVE
10
Pros:

The stay here was very relaxing and comfortable. The resort staff had really great customer service. The room was clean and the food very delicious. Would definitely recommend anyone to stay at this resort.

2025-05-20 via Nuitee
J
Jason partner
6
Pros:

It was ok.

2025-05-03 via Nuitee
R
Rudy partner
8
Pros:

Linda propiedad, en la playa hace mucho viento pero las playas en las cercanías son espectaculares. El desayuno fue muy bueno y sustancioso. Los precios del restaurante para cenar es bastante caro.

2025-04-24 via Nuitee
Z
zoraida
10
Pros:

Personal muy amable, excelente desayuno

2025-04-14 via Nuitee
O
orlando
10
Pros:

Great place to stay in that part of Costa Rica will come back

2025-04-06 via Nuitee
M
Manuela partner
8
Pros:

Nice rooms, we only missed a refrigerator, breakfast was okay. Not the most beautiful beach in Costa Rica and we were in the windy season. And it was very, very windy. Other beaches w/o wind you can reach by car in 10 minutes. Restaurants are also close by.

2025-03-29 via Nuitee
J
James partner
8
Pros:

Accommodation was comfortable. Windy location.

2025-03-28 via Nuitee
A
Andrew partner
10
Pros:

Would definitely stay again. The staff were all great, there were many restaurants within a couple minute drive, and the beach was beautiful and quiet. Sand quality is not as good as some others, but there are dozens of beaches within 5-10 minutes or so. Rooms were spacious and as clean as you can really get on a tropical beach.

2025-03-18 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Pros:

La calidad de la comida no es la mejor, y la ubicación de la piscina hace que el agua pase fría debido al viento

2025-03-15 via Nuitee
C
Christina
8
Pros:

Lovely location. Great beaches in area if you have car.

2025-03-11 via Nuitee
J
Jill
10
Pros:

This resort is an absolute hidden gem! My husband wanted an authentic cultural experience, and I wanted to lay in a lounge chair by the beach/pool. My kids are teens, and wanted lots of activities. Nandel checked all the boxes for us. The staff felt like friends by the time we left. Our kids even insisted on taking pictures with them to remember them by. The facilities were clean and well maintained. It is a windy area, but when it's 90 degrees every day, that feels really good. The area specializes in kite surfing, but there are many other beautiful beaches within short distance as well. The food was a mix of local and international cuisine, and the breakfasts were our favorite! I am a runner, and went running on roads around/adjacent to the property, and never felt unsafe. I can't recommend this place enough for someone that wants an authentic Central American experience.

2025-03-06 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth partner
6
Pros:

Property is quiet but remotely located. Facilities and food at the onsite restaurant both mediocre. Need a vehicle to go around.

2025-03-04 via Nuitee
A
Alain
8
Un beau site à exploiter davantage
Pros:

Un très beau site digne des hôtels que l'on retrouvent régulièrement dans les Tout Inclus. Par contre, aucune ambiance mise à part de la musique (agréable) à la piscine. Dommage car, il y aurait tant à exploiter tel; animation, jeux, spectacles ou projection de films en soirée. De belles grandes chambres confortables. Petit déjeuner correct. Belle plage privée. Pour ce qui est du restaurant (déjeuner et diner), nous n'en avons pas profiter par le fait de tous les mauvais commentaires lus sur différents sites et ce, par unanimité.

2025-02-10 via Nuitee
A
Andrea partner
8
Pros:

Very spacious two bedroom unit far from the music and pool. AC worked perfectly and enjoyed the big screen TV.

2025-02-08 via Nuitee
G
Greg partner
8
Pros:

The place is great. Needs paint and maintenance. But the restaurant is good. The staff are awesome everywhere.

2025-02-07 via Nuitee