1 km Norte del Cruce de Mal Pais y Santa Teresa. Residencial Banana Beach Bungalows, 60111 Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica
#48 of 65 hotels in Santa Teresa Beach
Guests' ChoiceBased on 51 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.2
Staff
8.4
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Irene
Costa RicaThe pool!!! It definitely needs an update! It is the same old pool as when the property was called Luz de Vida. Although there are nice chaise lounges, the pool looks old and water seems dirty and foggy. I did not use the pool because of this reason, and apparently nobody did.
Room was very comfortable, good AC, very clean and updated. Terrace was great. All staff was very helpful, educated and nice, Housekeeping, Restaurant waiters and Front Desk. Beautiful gardens and lighting. Big and clean bathrooms.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Anita
United StatesNothing!
Excellent location and really good food. Staff at the restaurant was always very friendly.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Jazmin
IrelandThe 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
Ren
United StatesThe 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
Wieteke
NetherlandsThe 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
Emily
United Kingdomthe 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
El
Costa RicaOnly 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
Maria
FranceThe 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
Jorge
United StatesNot enough time to spend more time
Space and location
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 7 July 2021
Denise
United StatesLocation, 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
Farrah
BelgiumPiscine à l’ombre Bruit la nuit
Chambre sympa
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 29 June 2021
Elad
United StatesThere 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
Susana
Chile-
The location , the staff the beach the restaurant everything was perfect , the massages too
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Gabriella
United StatesSometimes 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
Tonya
United StatesNothing
Absolutely beautiful and so relaxing. Love the beach front area
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Randall
United StatesFood 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
Alexandra
GermanyA 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
Zsófi
Hungary-
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
Lisa
IrelandBest location, super zen vibes and amazing place to watch the sunset!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2022
Caroline
SwitzerlandThe 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
Nathan
United StatesEverything. 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: 21 June 2022
Leandro
IsraelThe beachfront restaurant, the service was great
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 16 March 2022
Ayse
TurkeyRooms are better than others in santa teresa, excellent bar/restaurant at the front.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 15 January 2022
Elaine
United Statesthe 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
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