La Negra Surf Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (79 reviews)
Playa Guiones, 400 Metros Oeste Del Hotel Giardino Tropicale , Nosara , cr

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Massage services
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Excellent surf coaching
Good ambiance
Cons:
Pool issue mentioned in a review

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Standard quality for this hotel tier mentioned indirectly through the review.
Service
8.81
Isabel the manager was very helpful and commutative during my stay. Juan Carlos provided excellent surf coaching.
Location
8.85
Great location, very close to the beach.
Room Quality
7.8
Good quality rooms, relaxing pool area.
Amenities
8.33
The pool was enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience.
Value for Money
8.29
Affordable price near the beach with good amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.34
The adjacent cafe serves excellent breakfast and lunch.
Overall Experience
8.11
A fun and enjoyable stay at the hotel, with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 03:09

Property Description

Yoga Studio and Surf Lessons
La Negra Surf Hotel in Nosara stands out with its on-site yoga studio and surf lessons suitable for all skill levels. Guests can enjoy a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure during their stay.

Outdoor Pool and Restaurant
Unwind by the outdoor pool or indulge in delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. The ideal place to refuel after a day of surfing or exploring the area.

Comfortable Rooms and Convenient Amenities
Each room at La Negra Surf Hotel boasts a private bathroom, shower, and complimentary WiFi. Some rooms also feature a terrace or balcony for guests to soak in the tropical surroundings.

For a rejuvenating getaway filled with surf, yoga, and relaxation, book your stay at La Negra Surf Hotel today!

Important information:

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 79 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 8.81
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 8.29
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 8.11
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Rita solo_traveller pt
10
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Mariana family_with_children pe
4
Sencillo pero bien puesto. OJO CUIDADO CON QUE SE APROVECHEN
Pros:

El hotel es sencillo pero con bien gusto. Todo limpio y cómodo.

Cons:

El personal no es muy amable. Pedí insistentemente si nos podían colocar una cama adicional en una habitación de 3 personas (éramos 4). Me dijieron que no se podía porque no tenían habitación libre. Me propusieron que tome 2 habitaciones (muy costoso, si es que vamos 2 adultos y dos niños de 6 y 9).
Al llegar, me hciieron pagar las dos habitaciones y luego me ofrecieron que si podiamos ir a 1habitacion de 3 pero pagando como si fueran dos.
Eso me parecio MUY MAL, poco HONESTO. Nos sentimos engañados.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Chalekian family_with_children us
5
Great little hotel for beach goers. There's a restaurant on the property.
Pros:

The location to the beach is amazing - just a 2-3 minute walk.
The family that runs the hotel is wonderful - they went above to make our stay enjoyable.
Walking distance to restaurants.
Common kitchen has filtered water.

Cons:

The rooms are very small, not much space for your luggage and hanging wet clothes. The pillows are bulky and too firm (we woke up with kinks in our necks). I thought breakfast was included with the room but it's extra, so that was a surprise (my fault). The hotel is right in town, which is great for getting around, but it's loud at night- lots of motorcycles going by.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Anton couple cy
10
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Matthias couple de
10
The perfect stay while in Nosara
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at La Negra Surf Hotel in Nosara. From the very beginning, we were warmly welcomed by the owner and the managers Nina and Julian. They are not only incredibly friendly but also very relaxed and truly embody the “Pura Vida” spirit. They were always happy to help with anything we needed.

The hotel itself is fantastic. Very clean rooms, thoughtfully designed, and functional while still feeling cozy. Its location is perfect, just a short distance from the beautiful Playa Guiones, making it ideal for beach days and surfing.

Overall, it was a beautiful stay in an authentic place full of surfer vibes. We would definitely come back and highly recommend La Negra Surf Hotel to anyone visiting Nosara!

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Greg couple ca
10
Great location and excellent service!
Pros:

We had an issue with our booking from Booking.com and Julian (New Manager) was able to resolve it and make sure we had a wonderful stay. Highly recommend this great place!

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Céline couple fr
9
Pros:

L’hôtel est idéalement situé à quelques pas de la plage, c’est assez rare à Nosara !
La chambre spacieuse disposait d’un très bel espace extérieur avec cuisine, hamac..
Très belle ambiance et surtout un très bon restaurant! Important de le signaler, car ce n’est pas le cas partout! Bar à cocktail sympa 🍾
L’hôtel a été refait et repris par un nouveau propriétaire depuis quelques mois.
Bon séjour !

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple us
10
Great
2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Alex solo_traveller us
10
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Marek solo_traveller ee
8
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Miranda couple us
8
2025-12-18 via Nuitee
solo_traveller us
10
Fun time
Pros:

Isabel the manager was very helpful and commutative during my stay.
Great location. Juan Carlos is the surf instructor and he was very helpful in getting a board with lesson.

2025-11-29 via Nuitee
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Florencia couple ar
9
Pros:

La ubicación cerca de la playa, la amabilidad de la gente y que tengan un café a pasos del hotel.

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
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ines extended_group uy
8
2025-08-13 via Nuitee
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Mirco couple be
8
2025-08-09 via Nuitee
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Nicolas couple ar
7
2025-08-09 via Nuitee
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Sivada couple cr
8
Pros:

El lugar era tranquilo

Cons:

La piscina

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
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Alexander solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Wow! The set up at La Negra is excellent;
- Perfect location, on a quiet back street, and as close to the beach and surf breaks as it is possible to get, through a short jungle walk
- Great hospitality - Isabel and the team were really helpful and friendly, easily extending my stay, and create a great vibe
- Excellent surf coaching - Juan Carlos is awesome, and really helped me progress my surfing. I am an infrequent middle aged surfer, and he took me back to basics to work through the proper foundation techniques, with quick progression to help me develop my skills - it gave me a lot of confidence, and clear improvements to my capability - he has a great approach and attitude, and I'd highly recommend booking a block of sessions with him, as that way you will get maximum benefits.
- Great environment, with a relaxing pool area, good rooms, and the adjacent cafe serves excellent breakfast and delicious lunch
Overall, amongst the best places I've stayed, and I definitely plan on returning.

2025-07-22 via Nuitee
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Anna solo traveller us
10
Cozy, comfortable, and an affordable price near the beach!
Pros:

I really enjoyed the pool. It was a perfect cool down after a really hot day. I did laps back-and-forth and I love the atmosphere.. I also came in pretty late for my travels and I was able to do a self check in. They were kind enough to leave me my keys in a lock box that I was able to access no problem.

Cons:

I don’t have anything bad to say.

2025-06-30 via Nuitee
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Kevin young couple us
8
Very good
2025-06-21 via Nuitee