Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and pristine beach
Friendly staff
Cons:
One discomforting staff member
Room had a musty smell

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
The hotel was incredibly clean, but one room had a musty smell.
Service
8.88
Staff were friendly and helpful; however, one staff member created discomfort.
Location
9.12
Location is excellent, right on the beach and close to the airport.
Room Quality
8.57
Rooms are modern and comfortable, with amenities like a mini fridge and microwave.
Amenities
8.5
The pool is small, but the beach is right there; other amenities were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.66
The overall value is good, but some prices were higher than in the area.
Food and Beverage
8.61
The restaurant was great, but some felt it was a bit pricey compared to others.
Overall Experience
8.78
Overall, the stay was enjoyable with some areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:05

Property Description

Luxurious Beachfront Property with Outstanding Amenities

At Hotel el Velero, immerse yourself in a beachfront paradise with an outdoor pool and a private beach. Indulge in the convenience of free WiFi, an on-site restaurant with nightly happy hours, and fresh seafood delicacies.

Elegant Rooms and Top-notch Services

Relax in rooms equipped with Cable TV, air conditioning, and a seating area. Enjoy the added comfort of a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, along with a complimentary Safety Deposit box.

Exciting Activities and Nearby Attractions

Embark on thrilling adventures like fishing, snorkeling, and diving. Explore local attractions such as Playa Tamarindo and Rincon de la Vieja National Park. End your day with ease, knowing the Daniel Oduber international airport is just a short drive away.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation at Hotel el Velero!

Important information:

Guest's credit card will be charged anytime after the reservation. If guest cancels within the "Free of Charge" cancellation period, the property will contact you for your bank details and refund the amount in your bank account instead of the credit card from which the reservation was booked.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1139 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 8.88
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Adele • extended_group • us
10
Beach front super fun hotel
Pros:

On the beach, front and center! Staff amazing and over and above in service and friendliness. Nice restaurant and bar on site plus walking distance to several others. Rooms very comfortable. Pool clean and enjoyable. Beach chairs and loungers super great. Amazing sunsets!

Cons:

Loved it all!

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Beverley • couple • ca
10
This is our 5th year staying & we only appreciate it more each time we come back.
Pros:

Location is amazing.
Staff were accommodating & always very helpful. Loved how they cared for the resident cats. Lots of lounge chairs & person was helpful in morning with bring the cushions out for me.

Cons:

Nothing all was wonderful

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Beverley • couple • ca
10
5th year here & always gets better.
Pros:

Always the best (see previously submitted review)

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Luc • couple • ca
10
Quatre beaux jours bien appréciés!
Pros:

Très bel emplacement sur le bord de l’eau. Personnel très sympatique. Chambre propre et confortable. Bonne nourriture, mais chère comme partout au Costa Rica.

Cons:

Manque de chaises sur le bord de l’eau.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Violetta • family_with_children • us
9
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Janne • couple • no
8
Pros:

Fantastisk beliggenhet på stranden. Vennlig personale og god mat i restauranten.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Martha • extended_group • ca
10
A beautiful quiet space right on the beach - great little restaurant and a very welcoming comfortable feel
Pros:

Beach front and very cute space

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Adele • couple • us
10
Excellent beach hotel
Pros:

Location prefect for beach and restaurants. Rooms very nice. Staff is friendly and helpful. Restaurant and bar is great. Enjoyed second floor common balcony for views, books and a place to play cards or study.

Cons:

Hall lights weren’t working.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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julie • family_with_children • us
9
Great value stay at a clean, friendly hotel directly on a beautiful, safe beach, highly recommend!
Pros:

Spotless rooms. AC worked well. Super-friendly staff. Great breakfast(not included). Lots of comfy seating in the common areas and on the beach. Amazing location right on Playa Hermosa, a safe, family friendly beach with calm, clear water…monkeys in the trees and birds galore! Parking lot right on site :)

Cons:

I can’t think of anything! Maybe there could have been a few more beach loungers available? Wish we were able to stay more than one night!

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • ca
8
Pros:

Beach front location is fantastic. Restaurant is very good.

Cons:

A couple of minor inconveniences... Dark hallway to manage room entry and shower door unable to close properly.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • ca
9
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Yorleni • couple • fr
9
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • us
9
Pros:

Loved the location, right on the beach! Good restaurant to enjoy sunset drinks and a meal. Nice staff. Nice beach amenities... loungers, chairs, swings, etc.

Cons:

The little crab in our bedroom, lol! But he was cute.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Amber • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The front desk people were very helpful and answered ally questions.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Iolanda • couple • pt
7
Agradável
Pros:

Hotel com ótima localização, quarto espaçoso e limpo. Bons cocktails.

Cons:

A comida poderia ser melhor.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
C
Catharine • couple • gb
9
Hotel on the beach
Pros:

Right on the beach. Rooms were a good size and clean. Nice little area to sit upstairs, over looking the hotel and beach.

Cons:

Quite a remote area if youre looking for choice, with only really one restaurant in the nearby hotel. So had to eat at the hotel or the one next door.
We'd had fantastic food all over costa Rica. This was still good, but felt it catered more for the tourists, rather than the traditional food.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Eliot • couple • us
9
Very nice hotel on the beach
Pros:

Very nice quaint hotel right on the beach. Restaurant/Bar open all day. Very quiet for the most part - except for the howler monkeys. Excellent value.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Callaghan • extended_group • us
10
The real beach hotel, beautiful and timeless.
Pros:

Stayed 13 days. Best beachfront value you could buy

Cons:

Liked it all.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Vera • extended_group • cz
8
If you are in this area, I definitely recommend this hotel. It is in a really great location.
Pros:

The hotel is in a fantastic location—right next to a beautiful beach. The restaurant serves excellent breakfasts.

Cons:

The view from the room was of a not very attractive wall.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Tolle Lage gutes essen nettes Personal

Cons:

Alles gut!

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee