Hotels in GUANACASTE, CR
JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa
About this property
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 spa tubs, a 24-hour health club, and a sauna. This Colonial resort also features wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle. Enjoy Asian cuisine at Tamarine, one of the resort's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Tamarindo? This resort has 10000 square feet (929 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 310 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Mansita Beach - 1 km / 0. 6 mi- Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 1. 2 km / 0. 7 mi- Playa Róbalo - 2. 2 km / 1. 4 mi- Playa Langosta - 4. 6 km / 2. 9 mi- Avellanas Beach - 8 km / 5 mi- Playa Lagartillo - 8. 7 km / 5. 4 mi- Playa Pargos - 8. 9 km / 5. 5 mi- Casino Diria - 9. 8 km / 6. 1 mi- Playa Negra - 10. 4 km / 6. 5 mi- Black Stallion Eco Park - 10. 7 km / 6.
Popular facilities
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- Check-in
- From 15:00
- Parking
- Available
- Airport shuttle
- Free
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Luggage storage
- Available
- Room types
- 4
Room Information
Rooms
1 / 6 Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Oceanfront)
- 52 m2
- 1 x Double bed 131-150 width, 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width
- Pillow menu
- Soundproof room
- Housekeeping
- Number of bedrooms: 1
- Cable TV
- Fan
- Slippers
- Bathrobes
- Desk
- Toiletries
- Extra beds on demand (extra charge)
- Turndown service
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1 / 5 Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony
- 52 m2
- 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width
- Balcony
- Bathroom
- Shower
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- TV
- Fan
- Cable TV
- Soundproof room
- Housekeeping
- Number of bedrooms: 1
- Slippers
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1 / 5 Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony
- 52 m2
- 2 x Double bed 131-150 width
- Toiletries
- Desk
- Pillow menu
- Wi-fi (extra charge)
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Balcony
- Safe
- Centrally regulated air conditioning
- Ironing set
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Minibar
- TV
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1 / 3 Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Oceanfront)
- 52 m2
- 2 x Double bed 131-150 width
- Safe
- Bathroom
- Shower
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone
- TV
- Minibar
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Ironing set
- Centrally regulated air conditioning
- Balcony
- Wheelchair-accessible
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Guest reviews
Recent reviews shared by hotel guests
Guest Rating
9/10
Excellent Featured review
Nina K.
6/10
The oceanfront setting and beach at JW Marriott Guanacaste are undeniably beautiful, and our booked oceanfront room had excellent views. There are good vacation activities, convenient pickups for coffee tours and ocean boating, a generous buffet breakfast with lots of options, and polite, friendly, helpful staff. The downsides were substantial. Lizards, crickets, bugs, and even iguanas wandered freely around the resort, including near rooms and the pool. Ants completely covered the welcome treats left in our room, which was very disappointing, and it was extremely hard to sleep comfortably. Anyone afraid of bugs or reptiles may not find this resort suitable. Most activities outside the resort take at least a 45-minute drive, and the dining choices on site feel limited for a longer stay. The beautiful location didn't make the overall experience feel up to expectations for a luxury JW Marriott stay.
An N.
8/10
The main drawback is the distance from the airport. With traffic, the drive could take 2 to 3+ hours, and being so isolated meant the hotel overcharged for things. A small bottle of Eviam cost $18, a pretty sad bowl of Ramen was over $20, and a scoop of ice cream set us back 10 bucks. Still, we had a good time and thought it was a nice resort, with no major complaints. The hacienda-inspired setting was a great experience, and we loved the hammocks around the hotel. Having a de facto private branch was a big plus, and the pool is huge. What impressed us most may have been how quiet it was, even though kids are allowed.
Sofia R.
10/10
The people at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa made our six-night stay feel special from the beginning. Everyone was smiling, warm, and focused on good service. Each morning started with relaxing beach yoga, one of the highlights we looked forward to. Housekeeping was consistently spot-on, and the whole property was beautifully cared for. The resort itself is stunning, with a huge pool and direct access to a gorgeous beach. It's also conveniently close to Tamarindo, local restaurants, and other beautiful beaches, so exploring the area was easy. We had an incredible stay that exceeded our expectations, and we'd happily return. Highly recommend it!
Mason T.
2/10
My wife and I were at dinner when someone charged more than $30 at Britt Shop to our room. They only asked for a room number, without checking a name or signature, and Britt Shop gave no receipt showing either. Even after I showed that we were both at dinner, JW Marriott would not refund the charge. The amount wasn't much compared with the thousands we'd spent on the trip, but the situation felt unfair. The property itself is beautiful, though it's far from many tourist spots, including Rain Forest, Volcano, and Eco Park. Get a receipt with your name on it and sign it to protect yourself.
Rohan M.
10/10
The breakfast buffet has loads of freshly made options, and dinner was just as good. The huge pool is a kid's dream, and we loved our stay. A special thanks to Guest Relation Manager - Nelson for arranging a surprise in our room at check-in for our special date! It's a lovely place in the Guanacaste region, with private beach access and a quiet feel because it's a bit outside the main city. That distance makes it harder to enjoy local food and culture in town, though, so a rental car is probably the best way to get around.
Amenities
Everything available at this property
60 Facilities
General Services
44 available- Total number of rooms
- Number of floors (main building)
- Double rooms
- Junior suites
- resort
- American Express
- Diners Club
- MasterCard
- Visa
- Bus/Train station
- Airport
- Harbour
- 24 Hour Reception
- Check In Hour
- Check Out Hour
- Mobile phone coverage
- Local and international calls
- Car hire
- Transfer service
- Airport Shuttle
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Medical service
- Day Care Centre
- Multilingual staff
- 24 Hour Security
- Bellboy service
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Smoke detector
- Hotel safe
- Currency exchange facilities
- Lift access
- Newspaper stand
- Shop
- Garden
- Terrace
- Concierge
- Sun terrace
- Newspapers
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- Library
- Bikes available
- Café
Accessibility
2 available- Accessible rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Internet
1 available- Wi Fi
Parking
3 available- Car park
- Secure parking
- Valet parking
Meals
1 available- Dining area
Pool and beach
2 available- Beach
- Private beach area
Sports
5 available- Golf course
- Bicycle hire service
- Bicycle storage
- Gym
- Golf desk
Children
1 available- Babysitting service
Room Amenities
1 available- Towels and bed linen
What's nearby
Explore attractions, restaurants and transport around the hotel
51 places nearby
Closest Bus Alfaro bus
5.7 km
Closest Ferry Fähre nach Playa Grande
6.9 km
Top attraction nearbyLa Cueva (Playa Mansita)
149 m 2 min walk
Dining nearby 20 Restaurants
205 m 3 min walk
Attractions
20- La Cueva (Playa Mansita)149 m 2 min walk
- Estero Avellanas1.5 km 19 min walk
- Bridge through mangrove2.1 km 27 min walk
- Playa Avellana2.2 km 28 min walk
- Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas, Sector Playa Langosta4.1 km
Restaurants
20- Mansita Restaurant205 m 3 min walk
- Azul Grill221 m 3 min walk
- Tamarine239 m 3 min walk
- La Cabane┃Restaurant1.9 km 23 min walk
- Barumis1.9 km 23 min walk
Transit
11- Alfaro busBus5.7 km
- Parada de bus Santa Cruz & LiberiaBus5.8 km
- Empresa Tralapa BushaltestelleBus5.9 km
- Bus a LiberiaBus6.0 km
- Fähre nach Playa GrandeFerry6.9 km
Stay rules
Important conditions for your stay
Check-in15:00Front desk timing