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Buena Onda

3.0 star property
Find your tropical haven by day and enjoy lively moments under starry skies.

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Experience the laid-back vibe of Buena Onda, where you can unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or explore the lush garden. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa, play a game at our playground or enjoy outdoor activities with family and friends in our entertainment area.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Deluxe Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cóbano is home to Buena Onda. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Teresa Beach and Romelia Wildlife Refuge. Snorkeling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Santa Teresa travel guide
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250mt norte de la Super Hacienda, Cobano, Playa Santa Teresa, Cóbano, 60111

What's nearby

  • Aerial View of malpais and santa Teresa in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Ricaa.
    Santa Teresa Beach
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carmen Beach
    Carmen Beach
    7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Cocal Beach
    9 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Hermosa Beach
    18 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Playa Mal País
    23 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Tomate
    14 min walk
  • Kooks Smokehouse and Bar
    4 min drive
  • Namoré
    12 min walk
  • Ani’s Bowls and Salads
    8 min walk
  • Gula
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

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  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fees vary based on length of stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 25.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Buena Onda pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buena Onda?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM– midnight for a fee of USD 20.

What time is check-out at Buena Onda?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Buena Onda provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Buena Onda located?

Situated in Cóbano, this lodge is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Teresa Beach, Carmen Beach, and Cocal Beach. Grande Hermosa Tidepool and Hermosa Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Buena Onda Reviews

7.6

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bungalow was absolutely perfect for me! Lucia took good care of me and maintained communication from start to finish. Also, the cleaning person was friendly and trustworthy. If you don't handle noise easily, then Buena Onda is not the place for you as you do hear the traffic passing though on the road right outside of the property. I got used to it and did not find it to be much of an issue. It is a great location and I would absolutely stay there again as one can easily walk into town. There are great restaurant's close by. Thank you, Buena Onda.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great, the property was beautiful and peaceful. Friendly proprietor offered great recommendations. Will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot but very loud at night with animals (rooster, loud dog that nobody tried to quiet for hours so assuming it’s a stray, birds) highly recommend ear plugs. Great stay, comfortable and beautiful spot highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! Check in process was very easy and Lucia gave us a lot of great tips and things to do in the area. The bungalows are exactly as they are described. The outdoor bathroom is an experience itself. Showering under the full moon was a delight. The private kitchen is a plus for when you are too tiered to go outside. The beach is a short walk away as well a coffee shops and restaurants. I got to meet Alberto (the owner) who was kind enough to show me around. I mentioned him that I had read some reviews about the neighbours roosters, but he confirmed they are gone! I highly recommend this place and hopefully we’ll be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the quiet and proximity to the beach. The staff was very helpful but also gave us privacy. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful cozy and eco friendly experience, and will be back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cockroaches + no sleep at night + no privacy

We wanted to love this place because it photos it looked like an amazing jungle retreat but what we found was cockroaches in the room, in the kitchen, and around the property. Our long awaited vacation turned into a nightmare. We could not sleep because neighboring roosters started crowing at 2am and their coop was just 5 meters away from our room. It was LOUD. There was also lack of privacy in the bathroom as there is a 2 story house which can see directly into the shower. Also, rooms had thin see-through curtains which let in outside street lights at night, and make it hard to change. After the first night of no sleep and chasing cockroaches from the room, we notified the property management asking for a refund. They declined it stating that they cannot control outside noise and that cockroaches are normal part of jungle. After leaving the property and renting another one just down the street we found no cockroaches there and could sleep in silence. DO NOT MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE AS US AND RENT ROOMS HERE, there are much better options in town. We will leave video evidence on google reviews showing video recordings of rooster noises so you can hear them.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dexter

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
CAUTION TO PROSPECTIVE GUESTS! READ THIS BEFORE BOOKING! This is not a hotel, but more like glamping. For what they are charging, there are much better options in Santa Teresa. We were unpleasantly surprised to find out that the toilet, sink, and shower are all outdoors. Using an outdoor toilet in 37c (99F) heat is quite unpleasant. No where on Expedia does it say that the toilet is located outside. We tried discussing our concerns with the local representative, she was friendly and reached out to the owner for a resolution. No luck. The owner refused to work with us on even a partial refund even though we did not stay there for any of the 3 nights we booked. The outdoor shower is a nice idea, but the wooden walls have large gaps that open into the parking lot. Also, the main road through town passes a few meters away from the bungalows making a lot of noise from all the quads and motorcycles as well as fumes and dust. It seems that the owner wants to save a few pennies at the expense of the guest. Signs inside prohibit bringing towels to the beach. When we requested actual beach towels, we were told to buy them at the local supermarket. So, we spent $24 USD on towels that we will not be able to bring back with us. No other hotel we have stayed at in Costa Rica refused to provide beach towels. I am sure that someone from Buena Onda will come on here and discredit this review, but it’s the unfortunate truth. Hopefully I can prevent someone making the same mistake like us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ralf

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eine grosse Enttäuschung. Die Bungalow sind sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Die Anlage befindet sich auch nicht im Urwald, sondern an einer sehr staubigen, viel befahrenen Hauptstrasse mit entsprechend viel Lärm. In den Bungalow gibt es Gas Kocher, jedoch nirgends Feuerlöscher, was ich für sehr bedenklich halte. Bei unserem Aufenthalt war den ganzen Tag Stromausfall, d.h. es gibt dann auch kein Wasser für Dusche oder Toilette. Auf der Anlage ist kein Personal, wenn es Probleme gibt ist man auf sich allein gestellt. Telefonisch erreicht man niemanden. Wir sind nach einer Nacht wieder gegangen, es gibt in Santa Teresa sehr viel bessere Optionen.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Besitzer sind jederzeit per Whatsapp erreichbar, Bungalow sind super schön und liegen nur wenige Gehminuten von diversen Restaurant entfernt
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Charmerende

Vi havde et skønt ophold på Buena Onda. Tilbragte 4 dage i de skønne og charmerende bambus hytter. Stedet ligger i kort gåafstand til stranden, indkøb og restauranter. Eneste minus var naboens hane. De varmeste anbefalinger herfra ☀️.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis Elizondo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lugar muy bonito y acogedor, rodeado de naturaleza y muy cerca de la playa.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place and the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Esperanza

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Imposible dormir

Los Bungalows son bonitos, y el jardin es precioso, pero estan al lado de la carretera, y el ruido de los ATVs, las motos y los coches q pasan literalmente al lado, hace imposible dormir. Estuvimos 5 dias y no limpiaron ni cambiaron las toallas en ningun momento.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a unique and beautiful place to stay! The host was very responsive and helpful. The restaurants that are near we great and the beach road is super close. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, especially for a solo traveler! The bungalows are adorable and have the coolest outdoor showers. The location is great- walking distance to beach and restaurants. Margherita and Albi are amazing hosts! We were on a texting basis and they organized my daily activities (surf lessons, yoga, covid test, etc.) and my taxis. They have relationships with the drivers and instructors which made me feel extra safe. 10/10 recommend staying here and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay here!!! The owner of Margarita greeted us warmly and gave us all the information we needed during our stay; She also helped to arrange for pick up from the airport (Tambor). The property is beautiful with lots of lush plants and flora surrounding. The bungalows are simple and elegant, with private bath (shower in the rain was so cool!!) and patio w hammocks. Wifi works and theres a mini fridge/hot plate. Great for privacy, relaxation, and cute Instagram pics! Appx 5 mins walking distance to the beach and food not far. pack earplugs because the roosters will wake u at the crack of dawn! I will definitely return here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très belle accueille ce sont des gens très gentils ils nous ont fait la lessive pour 10$ La propreté est remarquable. Les bungalows sont très bien situé et ils nous ont très bien renseignés sur les activités au alentour 👌 Je recommande fortement ce lieu pour les couples comme pour les familles!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Disliked: Staff & service

Worst experience ever

Prepaid reservation not honored
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Elisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021