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1 km Norte del Cruce de Mal Pais y Santa Teresa. Residencial Banana Beach Bungalows, 60111 Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica

#48 of 67 hotels in Santa Teresa Beach

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Review score

Based on 52 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    7.0
    Good but not great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel doesn’t provide towels for the pool unless a deposit is paid, for the price you would expect this to be a given. There’s no relation to the beach club that’s next to it and has the same name, so in order to stay in the beach club you need to pay extra. This was not disclosed and it’s easy to assume it would be included because of it essentially being the same place. The pool is nice but it looks like it could use some maintenance. Overall it was good, but not great and not worth the price.

    The hotel is very well located, it has safe parking spots and it’s right by the beach. The room we stayed in was nice and clean, but don’t expect anything fancy.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Weekend in the Bungalows
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool could have been cleaner. A microwave would have been nice.

    The privacy of the bungalows was very nice. The outside living of the bungalows was a great experience.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    7.0
    Nice place to be, super nice staff, but a bit overpriced
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The price was rather high versus what we expected. The music of the beach bar was loud and the rooms are near. We had ear plugs so it was okay. But the music is loud at party nights. The swimming pool was not so clean. They pulled away the leaves every morning though and there was a nice shower.

    The rooms were clean, reception staff and restaurant staff was super nice and the beach bar great as well.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2023

    8.0
    fabulous bungalows, great location, delicious breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bungalow was fantastic, so much space, it was clean and comfortable. great location, practically on the beach, with lots of restaurants a short walk from the hotel - the Asian sushi restaurant was our favourite! the staff were great, best to get the managers phone number and WhatsApp her if you want info on tours or transfers. the pool area was a lovely space to relax, although sun loungers could do with an update. the breakfast included was delicious, the beach bar was a fabulous place to watch the sun set too!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Only weird thing was some uncomfortable moments with the receptionist (Tiffany I guess), we asked for an additional space before we arrive and never get a response, so our friend didn't go with us, but when we were doing the check out she doubt that we bring and additional person with us and she told us "I don't know if I believe you". And then we never did that kind of military check out process, she even check for the tv remote control batteries. Maybe because we are Costa Rican?? Don´t know, just uncomfortable and weird. All the other persons were really kind and helpfull.

    Breakfast was really good, even when it wasn´t a Costa Rican typical breakfast. Restaurant is in front of the beach, with cool music and very nice environment (and the sunsets), beach with great waves for surfers and quite places for kids. Supermarket is relatively close, so you can buy anything you need.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2022

    7.0
    Overpriced for the accommodations, but excellent location and food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The casitas were “comfortable” but they need more maintenance and upkeep. They were a bit run down. The reception staff was not very friendly or helpful in solving problems.

    The beach bar/Reataurant and location were excellent! the food and drinks there were sooooo good, and the beach bar and staff at the restaurant were so helpful. The “casitas” cleaning and maintenance staff were helpful and did a good job trying to answer our requests.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2021

    8.0
    Good place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Honeymoon Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough time to spend more time

    Space and location

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2021

    8.0
    Great for young people!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, pool, restaurant and daily/nightly live music.

    Excellent cleaning staff- like amazingly clean rooms every day which is a COVID treat! Also super great front desk peeps and beach life was so fun! The pool could have been cleaner but the overall location and experience was amazing! Check out the Italian grocery store across the street.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2021

    7.0
    Hotel correct
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Piscine à l’ombre Bruit la nuit

    Chambre sympa

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Honeymoon Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There was no hair dryer, which was promised on Booking. Also, there is no 24hour reception. Very laid back management, if there is something wrong it takes them a while to rectify it. Cleanliness can also be improved a bit.

    Overall a nice place to stay right on the beach in Santa Teresa, with a fun beach bar a minute away.

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    10
    100% recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    The location , the staff the beach the restaurant everything was perfect , the massages too

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    10
    Beautiful 3 days in Santa Teresa.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Just about everything! The cabina, the closiness to the beach, the beach club adjecent and a great breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    10
    Love it and would go back again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Sometimes the service wasn't great at the restaurant. Mainly a bit hard to get the waitresses attention and some of them had a bit of attitude. But overall not a big problem.

    Amazing location right on the beach. Big restaurant, bar and sunchairs right on the beach. Food and drinks were great for decent prices. Loved the easy access between our bungalow and the beach area.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    10
    Super relaxing and beautiful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Absolutely beautiful and so relaxing. Love the beach front area

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    4.0
    Don't forget, it not only about you guys Costa Rica has so many Pura Vida places so think about you?
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Food I recommend 100 % a The menu on this The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill

    This is the second time we actually visit this place, the receptionist excellent , the place fabulous the food was ok 4 out of 10,

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    10
    Love it!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lovely little villa with a outdoor kitchen, next to the beach. You can chill in the banana restaurant, use the beds and enjoy perfect atmosphere and super good food. Everybody is so friendly and nice. Especially Sophia, the receptionist is a super kind person, helping with everything what’s coming up. Thank you so much! I would always come back to that paradise place

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    10
    Beautiful bungalows with access to an amazing beach bar and restaurant!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Beautiful bungalows with all comforts in the heart of Santa Teresa, with access to the beach and an amazing beach bar! Sofia is the best, she helped us with everything and made sure we have the best time!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2023

    10
    Location is perfect & best place to watch the sunset!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best location, super zen vibes and amazing place to watch the sunset!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2022

    1.0
    We can not recommend the hotel in any case! The price-quality ratio is not right at all.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bungalow is way too expensive for what you get! We were not at all satisfied with the room and cannot recommend this hotel. Although we communicated all the points below, we did not receive an acceptable discount. - The TV did not work - the temperature of the shower could not be regulated. The water came out of the shower alternating between boiling hot and cold. - We had an incredible number of insects in the room. Ants and spiders, because between the main door and the floor was a gap of about one centimeter and they can just crawl in. Our clothes were full with ants! - The safe was defective and could not be used - The reception was not available like described and partly occupied.

    Bungalow is directly on the beach

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2022

    1.0
    Would never stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything. Staff was non existent

    We got food poisoning from the restaurant. All throwing up with diahrhea. When i was in the bathroom throwing up I noticed roaches in out bathroom.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms are better than others in santa teresa, excellent bar/restaurant at the front.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2022

    6.0
    there’s a young surfer vibe at Santa Teresa Beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the pool is marked for guests staying at the hotel but so many people ignore that and fill up the pool. the noise from the road traffic and bar music is annoying.

    the bungalows are nestled in a beautiful garden. I liked the outdoor kitchen and sitting area. the beds are comfortable. it’s a very close easy walk to the beach.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Beach Bar is exceptional. It gives you a space to relax, party or simply chat with people. The drinks and food taste amazing and have regular prices, highly recommended! The bar and connected beach are only a few meters away from the bungalows, no matter which one you choose to live in:) Also besides a wide terrace with a room on top that gives you space to relax the bungalows have a nice, big bathroom with great showers and comfortable beds. We simply loved to live here for over a week as the bungalows are located in the center of Santa Teresa. You can either stay at the bungalows and the beach bar for the whole day and relax or you can go do some great activities like surfing and ATV tours and go out to dinner in the evening. Loved it!

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2021

    3.0
    Only good thing of this place is the location, otherwise it looks like it's tearing apart
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reception was closed when we arrived, had to wait for. The girl to come back, she didn't respond to the phone calls. Room smelled like humid wood, almost unbearable, started having headache because of the smell. The bed sheets where really humid almost wet and had to ask them to change them. The hot water didn't work, they had to fix it at night. The bath had the walls full of fungus growing in the tile seams, really gross. Pool water looked dirty and the common areas smelled like septic waste water. The restaurant beachfront was really dirty, the sand had all type of garbage, bottle caps, straws, cans, cigarrete butts, it seems they do not clean the beach at all. It's a shame as it's a beautiful beach.

    Good location

    Stayed in August 2021

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