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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

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All air-conditioned rooms at this design hotel offer basic whitewashed décor and a terrace. Each one has a wardrobe, a fridge and a private bathroom with a shower and hot water.

Activities such as surfing, diving, yoga lessons and rafting can be arranged at this boutique hotel.

The facility is owner operated. He is friendly and can speak English, although he is Spanish. Most willing to try to get us to a specific tour by calling the organisers. The room was spacious and the swimming a great relieve in the heat of Puerto Viejo. About 300 metres from the sea and very nice beach restaurants.

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9.3
Superb
957 reviews
Price from
2,234 Kč
per night

Set in attractive tropical gardens, Physis Caribbean Bed & Breakfast offers bright accommodation. Located 200 metres from Cocles Beach, it features 2 charming relaxing outdoor lounge areas with hammocks and benches, and a peaceful fountain.

Juliet was a perfect Host, always kind and helpful. the rooms were lovely and clean, the garden where you can have breakfast is wonderful. there are restaurants and 3 supermarkets in walking distance.. the B&B is 2km bike ride away from Puerto Viejo. i would definitely recommend this house to anybody and would stay here everytime again.

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9.3
Superb
322 reviews
Price from
2,302 Kč
per night

Offering a beautiful tropical forest setting, Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel is a walking distance from Cocles beach in Puerto Viejo. This luxurious resort features a beach club, an outdoor swimming pool and a spa.

Nice black sand and white sand beaches. There are a selection of room types to choose from at different price ranges. We did a beach front suite. Pool was amazing, not over crowded with people since they have a separate pool for each part of their property. Our room had a full bath and a half bath. We had TV that included apps like Netflix, HBO, Hulu so we weren't stuck with Spanish TV. Exotic wild life on the premises like sloths, monkeys and iguanas. The staff were all amazing!

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8.4
Very good
1,588 reviews
Price from
4,558 Kč
per night

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and an extensive garden, Hotel Banana Azul is located in Playa Negra beach and 2.5 km from Puerto Viejo town centre. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.

The rooms come with outdoor seating area and a fan. The private bathrooms have shower.

The hotel is beautiful, the staff is really nice and food at the restaurant is really good. The day we left they packed breakfast for us and the banana bread was delicious!

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8.5
Very good
804 reviews
Price from
2,289 Kč
per night

Just 50 metres from Salsa Brava Beach, the Lizard King Hotel & Suites offers an outdoor pool surrounded by tropical plants. Each bright room offers free Wi-Fi and a mini-fridge.

Rooms and studios at the Lizard King Hotel feature functional tropical-style décor and cable TV. All rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Nice hotel in Puerto Viejo. Staff was nice. Facilities as well. Nice internet. Close to the beach, bars and restaurants. I had a big and comfy room with a kitchenette.

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7.9
Good
320 reviews
Price from
1,884 Kč
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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Boutique hotels that guests love in Puerto Viejo

  • Avg. price/night: 627.89 Kč
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 564 reviews
    Beautiful property, super cheap for Costa Rica, perfect for a budget traveller. The staff were super friendly and helpful and when you walk through the back gates you’re on a lovely beach with loads of monkeys in the trees above. Great vibe in the place.
    Emily
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 2,511.55 Kč
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 85 reviews
    The location is stunning. In the woods and a 5 mins walk to a beautiful beach. The cabin was very tastefully designed and felt luxurious. It is self catering and had thoughtful things like oil, vinegar, salt and pepper and paper towel. Loved the individual terraces and the fabulous breakfast. Sebastian and all the staff very friendly and welcoming.
    Katy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 5,310.88 Kč
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 233 reviews
    Very clean and beautiful design, breakfast is great and in close walking distance to Puerto viejo.
    Julia
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 288 reviews
    Design choice, location, breakfast, helpfulness of the owners
    Edoardo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 2,354.58 Kč
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 66 reviews
    Well made place, nice design, has everything you need. Great host!
    Dominik
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 3,029.82 Kč
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 336 reviews
    Beautiful location and really stylish boutique design. Staff are super kind and friendly. Beautiful beach 2 min walk away.
    Baker
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 2,519.40 Kč
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 912 reviews
    The location next to the black sand beach was wonderful, sitting in the hanging chair watching the ocean view as I ate my delicious breakfast both mornings was a definite highlight. The staff was wonderful, the pool looked gorgeous (we were too busy to get a chance to swim), and the room was rustic but secure, with adequate air circulation via fans. The deck was lovely, but during the rainy season, your things won't dry outside overnight!
    Alex
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: 2,590.04 Kč
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 262 reviews
    Really clean room in small Bamboo inspired design resort. Extremely friendly & helpful hosts, with interesting stories to tell. Only 10 mins walk to town, which really comes alive at night. Delicious coffee & tea available throughout the day, a big plus. Would definately stay at this lovely little resort again.
    Greg
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 290 reviews
    We had a wonderful time! They are so absolutely nice and helpful there. The rooms are cosy, lovely designed and well equiped (refrigerator, coffee maker etc.) The highlight is defenitely the breakfast. Jody and her team create everyday something different. It‘s soo good! The Pool is great to cool down after a day of exploring the area (you can rent bikes direct there). We would love to come back.
    A
    Anonymous
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: 2,590.04 Kč
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 262 reviews
    The room is spacious with an extraordinary interior design. Clean and full of design and amnities . You feel that Nadia and Thonet fullfilled their dream with this B&B. they are so friendly and helpful, I felt 100% comfortable and stayed longer than I planned to. Big recommendation!!! The shared kitchen is perfect for preparing breakfast, there is always free coffee and water as well.
    Kathrin
    Solo traveller