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Pirate Cove

2.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful escape at this relaxing retreat where they can enjoy poolside sunbathing or simply unwind surrounded by greenery

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Pirate Cove sits in a quiet location where guests start their day with breakfast featuring local cuisine. The outdoor pool and sunny terrace provide perfect relaxation spots, and laundry facilities add practical convenience for longer stays.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cabin, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

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  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Bungalow | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Bungalow

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Cabin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Drake Bay, Pirate Cove is on the beach. Finca 6 Archaeological Site is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Corcovado National Park and Playa Colorada. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Drake Bay travel guide
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Drake Bay, Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Corcovado National Park
    Corcovado National Park
    45 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Drake Bay Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Playa Colorada
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • School & Soccer Field
    38 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead
    42 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Drake Bay (DRK)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco Café
    3 min drive
  • Roberto's Marisquería
    4 min drive
  • Restaurante La Choza
    20 min walk
  • Marea Alta
    4 min drive
  • Mar y Bosque
    3 min drive

About this property

Pirate Cove

Property highlights
At Pirate Cove, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a snack bar/deli.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Pirate Cove include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to October 31:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Beach
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Pirate Cove Golfo Dulce
Pirate Cove Hotel Golfo Dulce
Pirate Cove Lodge Drake Bay
Pirate Cove Drake Bay
Pirate Cove Costa Rica/Drake Bay
Pirate Cove Lodge
Pirate Cove Drake Bay
Pirate Cove Lodge Drake Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Pirate Cove have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. One of the pools is closed seasonally each year from October 1 to October 31.

Is Pirate Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pirate Cove?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Pirate Cove?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Pirate Cove provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Pirate Cove located?

Nestled on the beach, this Drake Bay lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Colorada and Drake Bay Beach. Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead and School & Soccer Field are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Pirate Cove Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, lunch was delicious by the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top class staff Spotless clean. Food decent. Nice view with big balcony. Road a bit noisy at times. Strong recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and location. Breakfast was excellent. Pool was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel 5 min by car or 10 min walking outside of Drake bay. Excellent staff. We had a great experience, highly recommend their snorkelling your. They leave before everyone else so you are first to the hotspots before all the big guiding boats come. I would also suggest calling the hotel and having them set up your transport and all the activities you would like to do as it doesn't cost more and they know all the insured and well run operations in town. If we had done that it would have made things much easier for us. They also have full board or pay as you go for lunch and dinner. Meals were very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Staff picked us up at the beach after our wet landing boat ride from Sierpe. Room #11 was perfect for an couple with an lovely patio including a hammock overlooking the river and ocean. Breakfast included with lunch and dining to purchase, all food options were very beautiful presentation, delicious and reasonably priced. Property is well kept with beautiful landscape and steps to the beach. A mile w allow into town took 30minutes or front desk can call a local taxi for $10. You can also rent a ATV. Staff was all very friendly and made sure we were prepared for our tours. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I loved our stay at this hotel! It’s just outside of town, has a pool overlooking the ocean, and AC in the rooms. The staff is amazing and very attentive! The bartender, Francisco, always made sure we had everything we needed and constantly tidied up around the pool. You have the option to pay additional to eat lunch or dinner at the hotel. We chose to walk into town. They can also help you to call a taxi, but sometimes they aren’t available. We did a scuba diving tour through the hotel and it was very easy to walk down to the beach to get on the boat. This was the best diving I’ve ever done - seeing turtles, reef sharks, stingrays and beautiful fish! We also saw lots of wildlife right from our balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice property and staff with a very convenient location. I felt like it was priced very high for conditions and that’s the only reason I dropped stars. I would have moved hotels but was too tired to deal with checking out and moving properties but was really disappointed that the extra night was the same rate I had paid on Expedia . Only other complaint is this was the only hotel on our whole trip that somehow didn’t charge me directly through Expedia and took my credit card info again at the front desk which made me feel uneasy. Nothing bad has happened with my cc info though, but I’m not accustomed to this practice and it made me uneasy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

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

Amazing gateway resort!

My wife and I had an excellent stay. The staff was really remarkable and provided great service. The owner is friendly and accommodating . The facilities are quaint and well maintained. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. Right on the beach amidst a lush tropical setting. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

farhad

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

Beautiful hotel

The hotel is beautiful with a nice pool, located about 20min walking from the boat port in a secluded area. People are helpful and nice. One thing I should mention is that in Hotels.com it is mention that rooms has an AC where in fact it only had ceiling fan.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay for the night before our dive. The room was quiet and simply decorated but comfortable. There was no food or drinks on the property so we had to go out for dinner, but we found a very nice place just down the road. The drive in from San Jose was all they said it would be and more! What an adventure. I would recommend staying here as it was very convenient for the diving with Canos Divers.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice spot, free breakfast and coffee, good ac and views, nice beach, all i can ask for
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Habitación con vista al mar
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tout était parfait les repas le personnel les bungalows la vue, petit bémol qualité de la wifi dans les bungalows mais c’est un détail
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La ubicación es increible. El personal del hotel muy amable y accesible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Robinson Crusoe would be happy here

The Good: Excellent views, cozy, friendly/helpful staffs, decent breakfast. The Bad: not consistent hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location on a beautiful beach. Food was amazing. Staff helpful and they can help you book tons of excursions. Safe and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stevan

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

Amazing- stay here!!

We could not have been more pleased. Everything from the room, to the view, to the staff was fantastic. We wish we had stayed longer, and highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location right on the beach, friendly and helpful staff and the food was good! We also went diving and had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean and nice hotel and rooms, directly on the beach, great breakfast und very nice and helpful staff :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands-on manager/owner who ensures that clients feel like part of a family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bel hôtel à Drake bay, avec un superbe service et de belles activités proposées. Pas de wifi dans les chambres mais ça permet de passer du temps autour de la piscine. Je recommande vivement !
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent. Home made bread. Make sure the boat shuttle between Sierpe and Drake drops you there
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hébergement près de la nature, simple et confortable. Bonne nourriture, belle plage et beau petit bungalow. Piscine agréable car chaleur intense.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place exceeded our expectations. Food and staff were awesome. Lisseth went above and beyond to help us with arranging transportation to our next destination. The cooks were awesome and accomadating. The entire staff was eager to help for anything Christy Thibodeaux
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019