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Esh Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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Located close to Safari Surf School and Frog Pad, Esh Hotel & Spa provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Room service

Room options

View all photos for Canopy Suite + Private Balcony

Canopy Suite + Private Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar

Canopy Suite + Private Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Selva Suite + Terrace

Selva Suite + Terrace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar

Selva Suite + Terrace

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Esh One Bedroom Villa + Exterior Bathtub

Esh One Bedroom Villa + Exterior Bathtub | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar

Esh One Bedroom Villa + Exterior Bathtub

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Esh One Bedroom Villa + Private Plunge Pool

Esh One Bedroom Villa + Private Plunge Pool | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar

Esh One Bedroom Villa + Private Plunge Pool

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Provincia de Guanacaste, Nosara, Guanacaste, 50206

What's nearby

  • Safari Surf School - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Frog Pad - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Guiones Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Playa Pelada - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • International Animal Rescue Costa Rica - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 179 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Howler’s Beach Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Orgánico Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Restaurant and Bar at The Gilded Iguana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach Break - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Posada Margherita - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Esh Hotel & Spa

Luxury hotel near Guiones Beach
Located close to Safari Surf School and Frog Pad, Esh Hotel & Spa provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 3 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, an electric car charging station, and outdoor furniture
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and surf lessons
Room features
All guestrooms at Esh Hotel & Spa have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 km
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Cooking classes
  • Surf lessons
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Dining table
  • Free area shuttle
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2024
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 407 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Esh Hotel Spa
Esh Hotel Hotel
Esh Hotel Nosara
Esh Hotel Adults Only
Esh Hotel Hotel Nosara
Esh Hotel Spa Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

Does Esh Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

Is Esh Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 50 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Esh Hotel & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Esh Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Esh Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Esh Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 407 per vehicle applies.

Where is Esh Hotel & Spa located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Safari Surf School, Guiones Beach, and Frog Pad. Playa Pelada and Nosara Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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