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Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Playa Hermosa

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A nighttime pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
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An outdoor area with stone walls, hammocks, and string lights.
An aerial view of a coastal area with boats and a beach.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Boulevard Playa Chorotega, Sardinal, Guanacaste, 50503
  • Place, Playa Hermosa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rocio's Kitchen
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Panamá Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Forest Suite

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Forest Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a colorful rug, and two framed artworks on the wall.

Junior Suite Queen

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Panamá Beach

Beachside getaway.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Sardinal hotel, you'll find Playa Hermosa and Panamá Beach. Playa Calzón de Pobre is within 6 miles (10 km) and Coco Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Rocio's Kitchen - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Ericka's Fruit Stand - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Panamá Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Coco Beach - 13 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacifico Beach Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sabor a México - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tico Tica - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Casita del Marisco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Niromi - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4-star beachfront hotel near Playa Hermosa
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Sardinal hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel offers 40 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sardinal hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 47000 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 47000 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel to the airport?

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel is 14.2 mi (27-min drive) away from the Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel on Sept 1, 2026 start from CA $373, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of CRC 47000 per room, one-way.

How close is Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel offer free breakfast?

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but El Coco Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel have a pool?

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages and facials.

How close is Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel to downtown Sardinal?

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel is 1 mi away from Panamá Beach.

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 537 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ameet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location right on the bay. Pool is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely resort, felt private and not over crowed, very relaxing, staff were all pleasant and very friendly. Would stay there again if back in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff, very clean room, nice amenities, delicious and good selection of food.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful, changed our room since my husband could not walk far, great breakfast and very relaxing beach area, rustic but beautiful Easy Uber ride to restaurants and attractions Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was exceptional and always with fresh fruit and pastry options. Great variety. Friendly and prompt staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with excellent staff. Loved the black beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed four days in April 2026. The property is wonderful, with an extensive beach, great pool and wonderful staff. The restaurant is very good, lots of variety and lots of food. Breakfast was wonderful with fresh fruit and a good menu. Our room was clean and the Air Conditioning was good. The hounds are extensive, trees, shrubs and Howler monkey in the trees. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The grounds were lovely, very well maintained and were fully in bloom in February.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was amazing and the staff was exceptional. We were there during the down season so the pool wasn’t really clean and the hot tub and pool bar were not functioning; however, the staff was so helpful and polite and treated us like royalty. Daniella set us up with every excursion and Jesus drove us to the nearby beaches. Other than the facilities needing a little updating, the place was amazing and we would definitely go back! Just keep in mind you are in a very quiet part of the coast, so if you want more action you might not want to be in this area. But it was perfect for us!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I could give the staff 100 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️!! Professional, accommodating and super nice staff. Whatever we ask them, they did it with a smile. For example, we were going on a tour and they loaned us towels that we returned upon our return. Beautiful hidden gem of a hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I had an incredible experience at this resort. The staff was incredible!! Shout out to Daniella, Roland, Harley and Andrea. It was beautiful and so peaceful. We were there in the off season so it was quiet but it seems like more of a relaxed resort than a party vibe. It is on the smaller side but for us it was perfect. It is close to many sight seeing areas and different beaches. We rented a car so the resort was a primo location for exploring the area. The rooms were clean and a decent size. The food served on sight was delicious. It was a little bit pricey so we went into Cocoa beach for some of our meals which is only like 10 mins away. The beach attached to the property is on the smaller side but the views are stunning. There are monkeys that live in the trees right about the pool bar. We had a blast and would recommend this spot!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Resort is clean but is in real need of updates and some added amenities. Onsite restaurant was good but very expensive- a single serve bottle of water was more than beer (and I had asked for tap water but just accepted the bottle) The beach could use a clean up and taking too. Lush gardens and we got to see lots of monkey’s which was cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, room perfect, the garden so beautiful, and i saw two monkeys!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, the service was incredible, the staff are so friendly, and we really enjoyed our stay! The vibes are relaxed and the experience was excellent. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, lovely pool, very nice room with a little private verandah. Set on a lovely quiet inlet. Very nice food in the restaurant, including a la carte breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful. The grounds are amazing and well kept. The service was great. Breakfast was delicious. Pool area was nice and not crowded with a great bartender. The beach directly out from hotel is a bit rocky but a short walk down the beach there are amazing areas to get in the water.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staffing for the rooms and the general area was excellent. Response to requests were excellent. The gardens were a pleasure.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, wonderful service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location. surrounded by nature and direct access to the beach. Area around is quiet, perfect for relaxing. A few minutes drive to Playa del Coco if you want more life or dining options. Hotel is clean and well maintained. Staff is friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Papagayo Golden Palms and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Costa Rica. The property was extremely clean and very well maintained, and the entire staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. Everyone was fantastic — from housekeeping to the restaurant staff and chef — and you could truly feel how much they cared about the guests’ experience. The service was warm, friendly, and attentive throughout our stay. The grounds are beautiful, lush, and tropical, creating such a peaceful atmosphere. The pool area is amazing, and the beach is just steps away and perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. One thing that really helped us was renting a car. It made exploring the surrounding areas, beaches, restaurants, and local attractions much easier and allowed us to see more of this beautiful part of Costa Rica. We would absolutely stay here again. Thank you to everyone at Papagayo Golden Palms for such a memorable vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, helpful, and courteous, especially andrea who served is dinner. Rooms were clean and large with fresh linens. Easy walk to swimming beach, beautiful sunset, nice pool. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel is right next to a beach and also has a very nice and big pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are so kind and helpful! The food is absolutely amazing! The rooms are large and clean! The wildlife is entertaining: a group of howler monkeys swung from tree to tree and put on quite a show! We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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