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Guanacaste Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, near Flamingo Beach

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Beach nearby
Standard Room | Desk, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Food court
Front of property
Guanacaste Lodge offers continental breakfast and free WiFi near Flamingo Beach. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool (with a separate one for kids) in a smoke-free environment. Previous travelers often praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Cabo Velas, Guanacaste Lodge is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Haras del Mar Equestrian Center and Monkey Park are also worth visiting.
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250 Meters Sur del Banco Nacional, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 51104

What's nearby

  • Playa Potrero - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Playa Brasilito - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Reserva Conchal Golf Course - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Conchal Beach - 12 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gracia Mar Vista - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hemingway's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Guanacaste Lodge

Lodge near Playa Potrero
Close to Flamingo Beach, Guanacaste Lodge provides amenities like free continental breakfast. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Guanacaste Lodge boast comforts such as air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM

Property is also known as

Guanacaste Lodge Playa Flamingo
Hotel Guanacaste Lodge Costa Rica/Playa Flamingo
Guanacaste Lodge Lodge
Guanacaste Lodge Cabo Velas
Guanacaste Lodge Lodge Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

Does Guanacaste Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:30 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Guanacaste Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Guanacaste Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Guanacaste Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Guanacaste Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Guanacaste Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Flamingo Beach is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

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Reviews

Guanacaste Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 187 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here was great. We had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean accommodations. Rooms are somewhat dated with decor but really enjoyed our stay. Our only accommodations in Costa Rica with air conditioning - we were so grateful! Lovely staff. Delicious complimentary breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 4 nights with my daughter the breakfast was good, the staff are friendly they always keep our room clean, yes there are ants but not scary i like they way they give us breakfast and looks like we are family, i rented a car and car was very safe.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige KayLynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was lovely! And the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Thank you for everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice little lodge within the Flamingo/Potrero area. The rooms are spacious and clean, and the included breakfast was adequate. Definitely I would recommend this if you´re looking for a good place to stay without breaking the bank.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is delicious; people are nice and friendly. Close to the beach but we liked flamingo beach better in the mornings as there were no one. We didnt use the pool but we enjoyed the birds in the garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel staff and good breakfast with fruit, eggs, rice & beans, plantain, coffee and juice. Clean rooms and swimming pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Hosts were so helpful. Nice tipico breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory J

Liked: Amenities
Pool and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our trip to Playa Flamingo, the stay was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Shakil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, very easy to get around. Property is very orderly, clean and pretty. Would come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gerd

Nice place to visit beaches in that area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Veronique

Disliked: Cleanliness
A lot of ants in the room…
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kannan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful place with a nice pool. The host is very friendly. They serve hot breakfast! Room is very clean with hot water - more bright light could be better! This is close to super market as well that is walkable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value, close to restaurants, grocery store, helpful and accommodating hotel staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a really nice stay in the hotel. The staff there were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good. We enjoyed the swimming pool and the surroundings were peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very accommodating!! Breakfast was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice family owned business, excellent service, nice pool and air conditioned.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Spencer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
There was only one plug-in in the whole room and it was far from the beds so we had to ask for an extension cord to plug in our CPAP and other personal items. There were bugs in the bathroom in the sheets and throughout the room. There were only two pillows on each bed and only one minimal sheet. We ended us leaving one night early.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a 2 star hotel , with big rooms , its clean , needs tlc , good for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent for the price, but there is the same breakfast every day and it is slightly further from the beach than what I originally believed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anamaria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location and comfortable rooms. The property needs maintenance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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