Howler Monkey Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (155 reviews)
Cabuya , Montezuma , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Beautiful location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Basic kitchen facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.64
Some reviews mentioned outdated and unclean utensils, and insect presence in sheets.
Service
9.61
Multiple reviews praised Jim's friendliness and hospitality.
Location
9.15
Hotel is praised for being directly on the beach and surrounded by nature.
Room Quality
8.1
The rooms were spacious and well-reviewed, though some kitchen facilities were basic.
Amenities
8.63
The pool, garden, and outdoor grilling areas were noted as enjoyable.
Value for Money
8.09
Considered good value, despite some cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Notably mentioned as basic but functional.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall stay was described as wonderful and relaxing, with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-30 16:31

Property Description

Luxury Beachfront Stay in Cabuya

Located on a private beach in Cabuya, Howler Monkey Hotel offers a serene escape just 6 km from Montezuma. Beachfront Bungalows with Amenities include a porch with a hammock, BBQ facilities, and a full kitchen. Enjoy the outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, and free parking during your stay.

Exciting Activities and Tours

Indulge in sea kayaking, fishing, and snorkeling with provided equipment, or join a canopy tour or horse riding adventure. The hotel also organizes big BBQ events and offers quad bike rentals.

Convenience at Your Fingertips

Discover local eateries, bars, and supermarkets within walking distance. With a washing machine on-site and various tour options, Howler Monkey Hotel ensures a comfortable and adventurous stay. Book now for an unforgettable beachfront experience!

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • 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 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 17 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 155 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.64
Service: 9.61
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 8.09
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Jana • family_with_children • de
6
Preis-Leistung nicht gerechtfertigt!
Pros:

Im Dschungel mit Meerblick

Cons:

Die Anlage ist sehr in die Jahre gekommen, eine dringende Auffrischung und Pflege des Gartens ist nötig. Der Pool war nur halbvoll mit Wasser gefüllt, das fanden die Kinder vor allem sehr schade. Hängematte und Tisch am Strand nicht mehr vorhanden oder kaputt. Die Bilder stimmen nicht mit dem aktuellen Zustand überein. Preis-Leistung ist nicht gerechtfertigt!

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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alegar chmilowski • couple • pt
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • ch
10
Deux jours de calme
Pros:

La proximité avec la plage et un calme hors du commun, plus l’ambiance très roots 😍

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Emilie • couple • fr
6
Déçu car ne correspondait pas aux photos. Un bon potentiel mais pas assez entretenu
Pros:

Proche de la mer et de la plage, calme
Bien si vous recherchez un endroit rustique et rudimentaire

Cons:

Photos ne correspondent pas à la réalité, installations vieillissantes, pleins de d'insectes dans la salle de bain

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Mainor • couple • cr
5
Experiencia regular.
Pros:

Ubicación, cercanía con la playa

Cons:

No se pudo hacer uso de piscina. Falta mantenimiento en las instalaciones.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Gianluca • solo_traveller • it
8
Jim numero 1
Pros:

Pace e tranquillità lontano dal turismo di massa.
Se stai cercando di disconnetterti dalla vita frenetica delle città è il posto ideale. Jim è una persona di altri tempi sempre a disposizione con grande attitudine per la natura e per i propri amati cagnolini, molto tranquilli e giocherelloni anche con gli ospiti. Svegliarsi davanti al mare tra i rumori della natura non ha prezzo.

Cons:

La piscina non è troppo invitante

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • us
10
I'm going back
Pros:

What an interesting place.

Jim, an Irish Expat, is an interesting person. I enjoyed sharing stories with him.

Jim's dogs Millie (mom) and Benji are two good dogs. They want to be your friends, but respect your space too (If you're not a 'dog person' you'll know what I mean).

Let me be clear so there are no mismatched expectations. This not a seaside resort. The cabinas are not fancy. The bathroom is perfectly fine. The kitchen is utilitarian, and a nice to have, but I'd be hard pressed to cook a gourmet meal in it.

The beach isn't a white sand beach - those are close by.

The vegetation is incredible. You really are in the jungle.

Cabuya is a quiet town. It has some restaurants and two small markets, so you can get what you need. And there's a brewery a short walk away.

The best thing for me was the sky at night. It's dark. There aren't many places left in the world that are dark, and this is one of them. You can see the Milky Way sitting in the Adirondack chairs overlooking the water.

You fall asleep to the sound of the waves.
You awake to the sound of the monkeys (which is kinda cool).

Beautiful. Quiet. Dark. Remote but accessible. If that's your thing, this is the place.

Cons:

Nothing, really

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
9
Great location, super helpful host
Pros:

The owner Jim was very welcoming and went out of his way to help us out - letting us do some laundry, giving us recommendations for day-trips and nearby snorkelling spots. The cabins are quite rustic but charmingly so, and the setting is lovely. Cabuya has a very lived-in feel, not as tourist-oriented as nearby Montezuma or Santa Teresa, but with several excellent restaurants/sodas and 2 well-stocked mini-supermarkets, all within walking distance of the hotel. There is direct beach access, where you can walk out to the cemetary island/peninsula at low tide, and explore the shallow tidal pools. Monkeys and tropical birds visited the site every morning, which was really special.

Cons:

The accommodation did feel quite rustic for the price compared to other areas in Costa Rica, but for the immediate local area the price was reasonable.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Mathieu • couple • fr
1
A choisir nous nous y serions pas arrêté .
Pros:

Proximité plage

Cons:

Le lieu est à l’abandon.
Les photos ne correspondent pas.
Pas de piscine fonctionnelle …

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family_with_children • cr
8
Pros:

Cercanía a la playa, Jim es una persona muy amable me ajusto la tarifa de la estadía, ya que llegamos una noche antes

Cons:

Las instalaciones falta un poco más de mantenimiento

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Malin • couple • se
10
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Jeanne • couple • us
8
The owner is cheerful and full of information. He made every effort to make our stay comfortable
Pros:

Being able to cook and save money not going to restaurants. Beds were very comfortable.

Cons:

I need to use the bathroom during the night and not happy to use a stairway together to bathroom

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • family_with_children • cr
10
Paseo vello
Pros:

La isla q cuando vaja la marea se puede entrar en la misma

Cons:

El parqueo

2026-01-08 • via Nuitee
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López • family_with_children • cr
1
No es como en la foto
Pros:

El lugar efectivamente está en primera línea de playa

Cons:

Que se nos enviara un mensaje indicando que si pagabamos con tarjeta nos iban a cobrar un 10% más.
Las instalaciones estaban sucias y faltas de mantenimiento, tanto las habitaciones y cocina como la piscina, vimos cucarachas en la cocina.
Las fotos probablemente son de cuando se construyó, pero, actualmente luce muy deteriorado.

2026-01-08 • via Nuitee
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Víctor • couple • cr
8
2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • es
8
Alojamiento rústico a pie de playa, auténtica Costa Rica del Pacífico
Pros:

Ubicado en primera línea de playa y muy cerca de Cabo Blanco, Montezuma y conectado con Santa Teresa. Se trata de un alojamiento rústico y muy auténtico, en el que te puedes bañar en una piscina, hacer snorkel o ver cómo los monos (aulladores y capuchinos) pasan de rama en rama. En la misma parcela hemos visto colibrís, iguanas, garcetas y cangrejos ermitaños. Lugar muy tranquilo, las camas son cómodas, y que te deje usar la lavadora es de agradecer!

Cons:

Mejoraría mucho con un poco más de mantenimiento.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Raul • couple • cr
3
Pros:

No es lo que que se muestra en las fotos está lejos de la realidad

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
7
Friendly owner and great location for a quiet short break
Pros:

Great location right on a quiet beach. Close by a lovely restaurant. Plenty of walks, swimming and wildlife

Cons:

Outdated facilities in the small cabana where we stayed.

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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maciej • couple • ca
9
2025-12-26 • via Nuitee
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Bolaños Ledezma • family_with_children • cr
10
Pros:

El trato, el espacio, la vista, el lugar todo !

2025-12-25 • via Nuitee