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Reviews of Pirate Cove

Drake Bay, 60504 Drake, Costa Rica

#38 of 52 hotels in Drake

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 29 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 9 March 2023

    7.0
    Nice place but doesn't quite meet the standards for the price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Though the place is nice, I did find the price clearly too expensive (with tax&service fee 135$). Lunch and dinner is available only by pre-order and on a certain hour, for an extra cost. We had informed food diat in advance and though it was discussed in the morning, the dinner still had the vegetables that we couldn't eat. Portions were small, cost 20$ per person. There was a lot of hassle with food plates in several tables and the kitchen staff mainly did not speak or understand English. The location is beautiful but restaurants are either 30mins walk or a 10$ taxi ride away.

    Breakfast was simple but nice. Coffee and tea was available all day long which was nice. Nelson at the reception was awesome with friendliness and customer care.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2022

    7.0
    Great staff in good place to visit Drake Bay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Accommodation is what you should expect from a 2 star hotel. Beach part is somewhat messy. Could be far more comfortable with only a few adjustments.

    Bianca, Audrey, Nelson, Michael, Melvin, all adorable staff. Always available, responsive and prepared to do everything to make your stay pleasant. Great food: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Everyday a different menu, very well prepared. Free and fresh water, coffee and thee all day around. Efficient and well run operation.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2022

    9.0
    COUPLE PLUS OUR 18YR OLD
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds could have been more comfortable.

    Staff, room and view was fabulous! Breakfast was good. Location was fine for us, but not right in town.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Would absolutely stay again -

    Staff were all incredibly kind and helpful. Room was comfy and the patio with a hammock was a nice addition. Good breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2022

    9.0
    An amazing location to enjoy your stay at Drake Bay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location with plenty of beach to walk.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They don't apply any ecological Measures we saw how they burn rubish on the beach Very basic materials in construction bulbs hanging not even lamps.

    The staff is very kind and would do any thing to make you Feel comfortable

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2022

    9.0
    Fantabulous staff, great dinners great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Told me breakfast was at 6.30 but could actually.ly go before then

    Amazing staff, Nelson, Alex, Miriam (?) So lovely. The only place I've found that the o line pics aren't better than reality. It was the other way around d!

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2022

    9.0
    I would stay there again-my 15 year old daughter lioved it too-she felt safe walking on the beach by herself or hanging
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    breakfast could have had more variety -it got monotonous -but dinners were delicious

    the rooms were nice, beds were comfortable, they kept it clean -we had a nice balcony overlooking the river and the ocean-food was good, staff was very nice and helpful-so convenient to have dive shop on the premises

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2022

    8.0
    Exciting journey!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very limited breakfast and set dinner menu, (only one option). There should be more detailed information for those driving there that it is off road driving including fording fording rivers.

    Amazing location, and a great balcony looking over the river and beach. Surrounded by forest and so being able to sit and listen and look at the birds and other amazing wildlife was a real treat.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2021

    8.0
    Absolutely gorgeous location staff was super friendly food was wonderful not too expensive
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I love the property

    Gorgeous beach beach front property river adjacent to it.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable, friendly and professionally run.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2021

    8.0
    Nice place in Drake
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds to be improved. A lounge area would be a nice add on as there are no sun chairs on the beach

    Very good meals, breakfasts could be a bit more elaborated but the 3 dinners we had, were delicious. The rate of 20 USD includes a starter, main course and dessert. They serve as well a jug of juice on the table. What we enjoyed as well was daily afternoon cake or home made biscuits. Water, coffee and tea was available thought the day. The rooms were ok, nothing special but well organized. Big bathroom, a small balcony with a table and 4 chairs, 1 hammock. They should change beds as they make sounds and are not particularly comfortable. Swimming pool just good for a refresh. They have a diving centre, where they organize divings and snorkeling excursions. Snorkeling on isla del Caño was amazing. 45 min boat ride one way, approx 2-3 hours for snorkeling in different spots. We saw plenty of turtles :) overall a lovely stay in Drake! Don’t expect the comfort of a city hotel, but enjoy the sounds of nature and spectacular views of the ocean Staff is amazing ! Always there to assist

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Would definitely recommend to families and couples
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The people and the food was awesome

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    10
    Good place for discovering Corcovado
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice place, nice and helpful people, good for snorkeling tours

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2022

    10
    An awesome stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything location rooms food staff

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2022

    10
    fantastic !!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything! we stayed at a different hotel and moved as soon as we could to pirate cove !

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2021

    10
    We loved the diving, says whales ,dolphins and turtles.The entire experience was very memorable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to offer here. Thanks for a great stay

    All of the meals were perfectly cooked. Chef Abraham and Susana were extremely accomadating.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2021

    10
    Amazing stay in accommodations that were perfect for the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing could have been better.

    Loved the ambience, meals, cottage and amazing view. The staff were all wonderful and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2022

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