Hotel Claudio & Gloria Beach Front

Hotels
Independent
6.4 (43 reviews)
75 metros este y 100 norte, de Zi Lounge Calle La Chorrera, Sardinal, Guanacaste, 50003 , Sardinal , CR

Facilities

Free breakfast
Express check-out
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Boat tours on site
Free WiFi
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Comfortable beds
Reasonable pricing
Cons:
Noise and dirt concerns
Room quality issues such as lack of hot water and bugs
Varied opinions on value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Feedback on cleanliness varied, with some guests praising clean rooms while others mentioned noise and dirt.
Service
7.8
Service received mixed reviews, with some guests appreciating the friendly staff while others complained about check-in issues and lack of amenities.
Location
8.4
The hotel's location was praised by many for its proximity to the beach and key areas, despite noise concerns in some reviews.
Room Quality
6.5
Room quality was a point of contention, with feedback ranging from comfortable beds to issues like noise, lack of hot water, and bugs.
Amenities
7.3
Guest opinions on amenities were varied, with some mentioning the lack of certain services like spa facilities and comfortable loungers.
Value for Money
6.6
Feedback on value for money was mixed, with some finding the price reasonable while others felt disappointed by the quality of services.
Food and Beverage
7.7
Various opinions were shared regarding food and beverage, with positive mentions of breakfast, restaurant, and pricing, alongside calls for more variety.
Overall Experience
7.1
Overall guest experiences were mixed, with some having positive stays and others expressing dissatisfaction with various aspects of their visit.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-03 15:28

Property Description

Rooftop Terrace and Garden Views

Enjoy stunning views from the rooftop terrace and relax in the hotel's lush garden oasis.

Dining and Beverage Options

Indulge in a delicious meal at the hotel's restaurant, sip on your favorite drink at the bar/lounge, and grab snacks at the onsite cafe.

Convenient Amenities and Services

Benefit from complimentary wireless internet access, express check-in/out, and avail of dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, airport shuttle and free self-parking are provided for your convenience.

To book your seaside getaway at Hotel Claudio & Gloria Beach Front, contact us now!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LIR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.4
Based on 43 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 7.8
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 6.6
Food and Beverage: 7.7
Overall Experience: 7.1
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Alana
10
Perfect location
Pros:

The location was perfect. The rooms were clean. The air conditioner worked perfectly. The beds were comfortable. The breakfast that was included had great choices. I would definitely come here again.

2025-04-28 via Nuitee
C
Christopher family_with_children
10
Pros:

Great value. Excellent location on the beach and excellent complimentary breakfast.

2025-04-10 via Nuitee
M
mary partner
4
Pros:

Was very noisy and dirty place.

2025-03-21 via Nuitee
V
Vivianne Diane
8
Pros:

Loved the area the ppl. Nice room. Good AC..great and friendly service ..I missed not having comfirtable loungers by the ocean to have a nap on in the hot afternoons. Also missed hot water in the shower it was luke warm. But the price was low so im not complaining. Great restaurant right on the beach with reasonably priced food 👌

2025-03-20 via Nuitee
D
David friends
6
Pros:

Great location for beach view, would find another place to stay next time, price was pretty cheap

2025-03-02 via Nuitee
K
Kimberly partner
2
Pros:

We were not expecting the Ritz Carlton, but this hotel fell very short of expectations. At check-in, they said it was not pre-paid and tried to charge us again. Had to show the Expedia paperwork and the credit card transaction. There was only a sheet on the bed; no blanket or spread. There were two small bath towels - no washcloth, hand towel or bath mat. And the worst part was that we woke up with several bug bites. Horrible.

2025-02-21 via Nuitee
R
Robert
8
Pros:

The restaurant was very convenient
. The food was good and the service was excellent

2025-01-11 via Nuitee
C
claudia
2
Pros:

Aus den ritzen im Zimmer kam aspest und ungepflegte Umgebung

2024-12-31 via Nuitee
J
julie family
2
Pros:

Nous n’avons pas pris la chambre. Le matelas était rempli de petites taches et points noirs qui s’apparentent à des traces de punaises de lit. Les draps étaient sales!

2024-03-27 via Nuitee
J
Jon partner
10
Pros:

great location if you like the beach and access to the town

2024-03-21 via Nuitee
K
Kathy family
8
Pros:

Close to beach and good for people watching. Walkable to several restaurants and shops. Hotel restaurant is great.

2024-02-23 via Nuitee
S
Sarah
10
Pros:

If staying in Playa del Coco, I highly recommend Hotel Claudio & Gloria. They are the only beachfront hotel. While they have a wonderful restaurant and bar area overlooking the beach that is fully accessible to hotel guests, the hotel itself has a very small number of rooms, leading to incredible personal service and a bit of a haven away from the busy beach areas. You will likely meet the owners during your stay. The hotel and restaurant staff are amazing.

2024-02-22 via Nuitee
J
Jim
2
Pros:

I paid for a week and never used it once. You need to update your cancellation policy.

2024-02-21 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth
10
El viaje más lindo
Pros:

Excelente la atención. Un lugar muy cómodo y accesible para las personas como yo con discapacidad. La limpieza muy buena, un personal altamente calificado y muy amable. Mi próximo viaje espero poder ir a ese Hotel. Gracias

2024-01-18 via Nuitee
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Vannapha family
8
Pros:

Nice to be on the beach. The room and beds were clean and comfortable. The washroom needs update and ceiling had some water damage. We read about the mosquitoes so we brought some plug in insect repellent. Not too shabby for a last minute booking.

2024-01-02 via Nuitee
O
oscar
4
Pros:

I felt that the place was somwhat unfrienly, limited wi-fi,very little water came out of the shower - no hot water - the room did not have a single table for you to sit and eat something or just sit.there was construcion and I felt they could hace done a bether job on keeping the noice down - specially in the mornings - the place simply did not do it for me.

2024-01-01 via Nuitee
W
William Joseph partner
8
Pros:

The location, right next to the ocean, was delightful. Although the staff was friendly, we observed that the complimentary breakfast included slightly smaller glasses of juice and coffee for us, prompting us to request additional drinks each time. The hotel's surroundings were pleasant and easily walkable. We also took a boat tour of the area, which is highly recommended and well worth the time if you have the opportunity.

2023-12-30 via Nuitee
T
Tiffany friends
2
Pros:

There was non-stop construction starting at approximately 5am every morning. The windows didn't close and the one curtain was not private at all. The door lock was not secure and last night we stayed we slept with a chair jammed in front of the door because of a scary situation we encountered earlier in the day. To top it all off the water quit working mid shower and when we asked the staff at the restaurant they said it would take at least 20 minutes to come back on (which turned out to be closer to 45 minutes). They said we could buy water so I could finish rinsing off in the shower. Later that evening my friend was electrocuted while in the shower. It was dangerous because of these issues and combined with a local business man who accosted us in the street and stalked us at a restaurant we left as early as we could the next morning. Unfortunately we had to pay for the following 5 days we had arranged to stay there. It was very unfortunate. We had read the reviews and decided to take a chance because neither my friend or I are really picky but when it comes to being unsafe in a different country, that topped it all off.

2023-12-19 via Nuitee
L
Lashell
6
Pros:

This is a hard review to write. There are many things I liked about the property, but some drawbacks as well. Drawbacks are all related to the room condition. This property is a composed of about 14 OLD 'cabin' style rooms. The door has a gap of about 1 inch from the bottom of the door to the floor. No door sweep means whatever is outside for bugs are coming in. I just rolled up a towel and put it across this area after being visited by a large beetle. The door security also looked weak. The bathroom is in poor repair. The shower had 1 working handle for water, there was no control for hot/cold and flow took a while to establish. The bathroom had a screened cement block window high on the wall.
I did not see any evidence that upgrades were in progress as per a responce in another review.
All that being said, the staff are friendly and welcoming.
The breakfast included with the room fee was wonderful. Can't get a better location as it is right on the beach. (That means you hear the ocean waves all night and the noise from the bars adjoining the property). I felt the fee of $120 Canadian for the night was high for the condition of the room.... but in hindsight I was paying for location.
I didn't and can't complain, it was a last minute booking and there wasn't much available in my price range. Just understand what you are getting for the money. Cheers

2023-12-18 via Nuitee
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Luke family
4
Pros:

This is a very basic property. Very basic. Its old, no pictures on the walls, bathroom mirror was abot 8" x 8". Floor tiles are worn out, cracked, etc. Its a box - with 2 beds and ac. We had a lizard in our room. That said, the bed and ac worked and thats all i cared about. Its right on the beach too, and a 30 second walk to town. Sheets were clean, shower worked but no hot water, just tepid.

2023-12-12 via Nuitee