Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Hotels
Independent
9 (103 reviews)
Calle principal hacia Playa Carrillo, Sámara, Guanacaste , Sámara , CR

Facilities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Picnic area
Snorkeling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Library
Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Lovely staff
Clean overall hotel
Cons:
Pests in the room
Issues with restaurant reservations

Categories

Cleanliness
6.89
Room had issues with ants and pests, lowering the cleanliness rating.
Service
9.86
Staff were lovely and service was generally positive.
Location
9.9
No specific concerns about location, assumed to be good.
Room Quality
8.85
Room was clean but had pest issues, affecting the overall quality.
Amenities
9.88
No specific issues with amenities mentioned.
Value for Money
8.84
Value is reasonable but could be affected by cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Need to reserve at the restaurant, indicating some limitations.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall a mixed experience with highlights but significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 03:44

Property Description

Luxurious Facilities

Enjoy a relaxing stay at Montelaguna Boutique Hotel with its serene terrace, outdoor pool, and garden offering breathtaking views.

Delectable Dining

Savor delicious meals at Antipasto or grab a quick bite at the snack bar/deli during your stay.

Convenience and Comfort

With complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and daily housekeeping, our air-conditioned rooms ensure a comfortable and hassle-free experience.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation at Montelaguna Boutique Hotel, where every detail is designed to enhance your stay.

Important information:

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LIR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Pets

    Service animals are allowed

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 103 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.89
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 9.88
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Philippe-Olivier family
4
Pros:

We killed about 60 ants in the room and there was a lizard to. There was two wasp nest on the balcony. We could not change the beach towels for our 5 days stay. We had to reserve at the restaurant because if we do not they do not call the chef to make the food. We had the family loft.

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
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Lisa family
8
Pros:

Staff were lovely. Room and hotel were clean.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
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Coralia
10
Pros:

Espectacular

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
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Dana family
10
Pros:

The owner is often on site, checks in with you, offers suggestions. Food and drinks were really great. Pool large and good depth.

2025-04-26 via Nuitee
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Adrian family
10
Pros:

Small hotel just to rest after spending all day on the beach or touring. The breakfast is very good!! And the staff is awesome. Definitely will come back.

2025-04-15 via Nuitee
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Ana Isabel
10
Hotel recomendado
Pros:

Buenisimo. Excelente servicio y trato del personal. Habitaciones grandes y limpias. Cama muy còmoda. Desayuno variado y muy rico. Piscina muy agradable con un nivel adecuado. Playa cercana con un mar tranquilo y muy agradable para bañarse

2025-03-19 via Nuitee
S
Serge family
8
Pros:

Très bien

2025-03-13 via Nuitee
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Jan
10
Pros:

Enorm fijn personeel
Betrokkenheid en vriendelijkheid.
Luz, Loyda, Lenna, Alexandra, Toppers🏆

2025-03-07 via Nuitee
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CYRIL family
10
Pros:

Loved our check in attendant. She walked us to our room, taught us everything we needed to know. Pleasant, charming, fun … put the four of us in a positive mood.

2025-02-27 via Nuitee
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Juergen
10
Pros:

Sehr geräumiges Zimmer mit Kühlschrank.
Gutes Bett und gute Klimaanlage. Personal sehr nett.
Frühstück gut wenn man zeitig dran ist - wird nicht mehr aufgefüllt. Restaurantpreise deutlich über Landesdurchschnitt aber gut.
Würden hier nocheinmal buchen.

2025-02-25 via Nuitee
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Robert
10
Loved It!!
Pros:

This place was amazing from the second we arrived. Staff person checking us in was polite, accommodating and made you feel like you were best friends. Because it’s a smaller hotel, we got to know all of the staff and they couldn’t have been nicer people! On site parking was easy. Location was quiet except for some road noise. Walking to Playa Samara beach was convenient and took less than 10 minutes down a dirt road. Room was large with a separate foyer area that had a sink and mini fridge. Pool is nice. Breakfast was good as were the drinks. We did not eat lunch or dinner so can’t comment on that. Three minute drive to Playa Carrillo - which is an amazing beach. Seven minute drive to downtown Samara. Nothing negative to say about this place - check it out!

2025-02-14 via Nuitee
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Naomi family
8
Pros:

This is a decent option for staying in/near Samara. Bear in mind it is a five-six minute drive to town/main beach stretch. The staff were excellent, particularly Loydes, who was so genuine and helpful. The pool is great for kids. Bathroom was a bit dated and moldy unfortunately. Included breakfast was nice and appreciated.

2025-02-06 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
6
Clean and Comfortable.
Pros:

An older resort that was spectacular when it was new. No it’s clean and comfortable for the reasonable price with a good breakfast.

2025-01-26 via Nuitee
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Roxanne partner
10
Pros:

I stayed at this property in November 2024. Mario, the owner is friendly and accommodating. All the staff were beyond amazing. Cute little boutique hotel. Loved it. Can’t say anything negative about it.

2024-11-30 via Nuitee
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Terri
10
Nice place. Beautiful garden
Pros:

Very nice Boutique hotel with friendly staff. Breakfast was good.

2024-05-12 via Nuitee
K
kelly family
10
Pros:

Magical place and great staff and restaurant

2024-03-24 via Nuitee
G
Gregory H partner
10
Pros:

Nice property with friendly staff and excellent pool. We were not affected on the north side of the first floor but could see how some rooms on the 2nd floor on the south side could be bothered by road noise.

2024-02-16 via Nuitee
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Oliver partner
10
Pros:

Luis was very nice. Great place overall.

2024-01-09 via Nuitee
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Richard partner
6
Pros:

Stunning coast but Average stay. Requires a hire car or you will be a captive as walking to beach or township (7km) on the busy road outside the property not recommended. The staff overall were polite / effective but the front desk in particular seemed challenged and a poor communicator in English on local advice but was a willing booking agency. Good pool / nice garden. Comfy bed but room & bathroom v tired: shower emitted constant odour. Tired entry. All suggest under-investment pre/post covid. In-room Coffee machine had 1 capsule on arrival and the few we got after many asks we then paid for on check out: no issue with that, but not clear at outset or explained by front desk when we asked (BTW Capsules were Not an issue at 2 other hotels in CR). Empty mini bar. The gardener burned off in the perimeter of hotel on 2 locations in one day, causing toxic smoke to foul the air across the hotel and pool area, so we departed the premises on both occasions. Shame on management. No instructions in room for anything including satellite TV and even that was only set up in Spanish (no English channels) and when we asked the front desk to explain it he did not know so explained it badly so TV limited to streaming. Given the cost, its Service levels were acceptable but limited due to low staff numbers: Food menu OK but not cheap and the “specials” board did not change while there and no incentive or events like happy hour to stay and drink / eat meals so went elsewhere. Underwhelmed.

2024-01-07 via Nuitee
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Arash family
10
Pros:

The property is clean and very quiet. The staff are very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The manager Luis, was a pleasure to talk with. Good breakfast, pool was a good option when we got tired of the ocean.

2023-12-23 via Nuitee