Name: Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Address: Flamingo Beach, Playa Flamingo, 50308, CR

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2026

Julie

The staff are what make this place! Jessica in the dining area was wonderful and felt like family in just the three days we stayed at the resort! The rooms were clean and every staff member goes above and beyond to be helpful. Scott the GM is doing a great job running the resort and it shows in the attitudes of his staff.
Great sunsets from the beach as well. Would love to return to visit again soon!

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2026

Raymond Paul Basel

This was an awesome place, will be returning in near future

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2026

Brian

Lively location with lots of people to socialize with. Pools were nice but water was a bit murky (maybe sunscreen but it was a turn off). Overall it was nice for a few days while travelling.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2026

Carleny

I loved the food in the all inclusive. The food was fresh and delicious. The staff is friendly and polite.

8/10

Excellent

29 Jul 2026

Givanna

I stayed here for 5 nights and 6 days with my family, and we had a great experience. It’s a smaller, peaceful resort with a beautiful pool right on the beach and amazing views.

The best part was definitely the food—everything we ate was delicious, and there were plenty of options. The all-inclusive package was well worth it, especially with the complimentary daily activities. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming.

If you’re looking for a relaxing vacation, I highly recommend this resort. It’s not a party resort, but it’s perfect for unwinding, enjoying great food, and taking in the beautiful surroundings. We had a wonderful stay!

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jul 2026

Armine

This hotel is not your typical all inclusive resort. The buffet option was not available every day. They have a menu that you can order from but it gets boring after a couple of days. The food quality is below average. Room service is for a fee. Too many restrictions for all inclusive hotel.
The pool water was always cloudy morning and evening. Only beach chairs are provided by the hotel upon request. No umbrella.
If you wish to have an umbrella then you should go to the beach early and rent a tent from a local vendor. The beach is public and always crowded and not by the hotel guests. The room was fine and clean.
I would not recommend.

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jul 2026

gabriela

The food is always the same. Just one day we had a Costa Rica food. The restaurant upstairs is good.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Fabio

Great hotel overall! We were very pleased with our stay. The rooms were spacious, and the large TV with YouTube was a great bonus for the kids. The pool was nice, the beach was easily accessible, and the breakfast was good. We would definitely stay here again.

4/10

Poor

23 Jul 2026

Barry

Needs to refurbished. Needs new food choices. Pool needs a lot of work. Not clean

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Jose

beautiful beach, great resort, best staff!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Chad

The property was clean and the amenities were plentiful. Our group of 12 had a great time in this paradise. The beach was absolutely gorgeous, the pool was a hit for all, and the extra activities (pool volleyball, soccer, smores, movie theater, and game room) were perfect, keeping our children busy during our stay. I highly recommend this property. The staff were exceptional, the room and grounds were clean and well kept, and the restaurants had lots of tasty selections.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2026

Shelly Marie

Overall, a good place to stay. The staff was helpful and super friendly! Especially Susan, Elias, Felipe and Yoi! Rooms were clean and had what we needed. As we are finding with most resorts the food is a little blah, so take seasoning! lol. Remember it is kid friendly. It is on the smaller size, which we liked and even with it being smaller things are not over busy. Like the pool is big enough and the few places to eat weren't ever packed.

Thank you to all of you for a great stay!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2026

Sharla

Staff was friendly and very helpful!

Friends

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2026

Stephanie

The pool was a major win and we watched it being vacuumed every morning and continuously skimmed throughout the day with nets. The atmosphere is nice and it's just steps away from the beach. Rent a boogie board and spend a few hours playing in the waves. It's super fun! There are amenities for young children that we really didn't learn about before we went. They had an activity center for children and a fun game room. Check them out! For feedback, it would be great to have attendants take orders from around the pool area. It would just be a plus. Also, we got a bit tired of feeling like we were eating bar food. On the plus side, it helped us to leave the property and explore some local food options.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Manuel

Me parece un excelente Hotel muy familiar, lindas piscinas y con una playa espectacular cruzando la calle, también cerca de otras playas y restaurantes muy buenos, buen ambiente!

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jul 2026

Tiera

We stayed for a week with a group of 15 (adults and kids ages 13–18) to celebrate our son’s high school graduation with family and friends. Overall, we had a great vacation, mostly because of the group we traveled with.

The location is fantastic - steps from the beach with incredible sunsets. Walk down the beach to Coco Loco for great food and drinks (you’ll get tired of the resort food). The resort food was okay, some good items but not amazing.

We upgraded to the Family Suite since we’re a family of 5. It was spacious with a king bed, two sets of bunk beds, and a sofa sleeper. The A/C worked great, room was clean and beds were comfortable. The downside was that our “upgraded” room overlooked the parking lot.

Most of the staff were very friendly, though a couple were surprisingly quite rude.

Be aware the resort shuts off the water from 1–3 a.m. due to drought conditions. Unfortunately, three of us got sick during the last two days, so that was a real inconvenience.

Our last night, a large youth group (120+ high schoolers with limited chaperones) checked in. They took over the upstairs bar/restaurant area screaming karaoke and were very loud in the hallways late at night. Thankfully it was only one night.

The resort could also use some maintenance (cracked pool tiles and toilets that didn’t flush well).

We felt safe and made wonderful memories, but we’d choose a different resort next time.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Francisco

Love

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Dmitriy

We stayed here for a few nights and it was a great experience overall. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful from check-in to check-out — always ready with a smile, quick to answer questions, and happy to give recommendations for local restaurants and activities. Nothing felt like too much trouble for them, and it really set the tone for a relaxing stay.
The room itself was spotless. Housekeeping did an excellent job every day, and everything from the bathroom to the linens felt fresh and well maintained. It's clear the hotel takes cleanliness seriously, which made us feel comfortable and at ease throughout the trip.
The real highlight, though, was the beach. It was beautiful — soft sand, clear water, and just a short walk from the hotel. We spent hours there relaxing, swimming, and enjoying the view, and it was easily one of the best parts of our vacation.
Between the warm, attentive staff, the clean and comfortable rooms, and the gorgeous beach right nearby, this hotel exceeded our expectations. We'd happily come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway with great service and a fantastic location.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2026

Daniel I

Might be the nicest place in Playa Flamingo, but the resort is dated and needs some upgrading. There were renovations going on while we were there, but it seemed that might have taken away from other service. For example, the lizard poop that stayed on the pool tiles for a few hours before someone came to clean it up.
I expected the margaritas to be great here because, after all, it is Margaritaville; but they weren't. Prices were high, 2 alcoholic drinks and 2 virgin drinks, $65. That's expensive, at least to me. Most staff were very nice but just like everywhere else, there are a few sour pusses. The beach in front of the property was nice with Pacific Ocean (rough) waves. The hotel restaurants had edible food and the included breakfast was well worth it. You might want to consider the all inclusive but do note that there is a small town within walking distance that has a variety of restaurants.
The rooms are dated and need updating, but housekeeping was attentive and kept the room clean. Like so many hotels they will clean the room every other day to \"conserve resources\", but they always made the bed and provided a new set of towels. I suggest upgrading to a pool view, but the room is smaller than a parking lot view, so take that into consideration. I traveled with my family and all in all it was a decent time, but because everything is so expensive, I have to say there are other vacation destinations that are family friendly and provide a better value overall.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2026

Courtney

Great location on the beach and with a great pool! The hotel is updated and modern, has a gift shop & restaurants on site, and is walking distance to a number of great restaurants, stores, and the marina. The AC works great! We thought it was a great value!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2026

Princess

Very fun resort all inclusive drinks were fantastic

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jul 2026

Nelson

Staff were amazingly friendly. Resort is dated. Food is not great. Expensive.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jul 2026

Elida Moreno

It’s a very nice small family resort. We loved it but not all staff was as friendly.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Catherine

Excellent stay! Would definitely stay here again. We stayed 3 different places while on Costa Rica and this was the best by far!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Julie

this resort was clean, convenient, and comfortable. I traveled with my two teen daughters. the resort and entire area (even off the resort) was very safe. there is a taxi service on the top floor that will arrange transportation anywhere. there is a Marina a short walk from the resort with a cafe/grocery store, restaurants, two ice cream spots, and a couple of small shops. the restaurants are fantastic.
book tours through the hotel. we booked one of two tours with an outside company and they tried to sell us on a timeshare. even though it was cheaper, I would have preferred the hotel tour company.
the pool was great, especially with the swim up bar option. the food on the resort was ok, but lacked options. the menu was pretty much the same in all three restaurants each day.
the beach outside the hotel was nice but the waves were rough when we were there (July). definitely try playa conchal in brasilito (we saw monkeys there) and the beach at las castalinas. both around 20 minutes away by cab.
overall the resort was perfect and the staff was unbelievably nice. even the iguanas and evening racoons were polite.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

GUSTAVO

Everything was great, the food, the drinks, and the staff. Really enjoyed our stay with my wife and two daughters.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Katheryn Kristina

We had a wonderful stay at Margaritaville Costa Rica in Flamingo Beach. The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, and they made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived. The hotel is cozy and relaxing. While the property is not the most updated, it is very clean, well maintained, and has everything you need for a comfortable vacation. The food was delicious, and there were plenty of options to enjoy. We especially loved the family-friendly atmosphere—our children had a fantastic time, and the activities for kids were excellent. Overall, it was a great experience, and we would definitely stay here again!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2026

Jessica

Estuvimos 5 noches y todo muy bien. Muy limpio. El personal suele accesibles y profesionales. Los cuartos limpios. El área de la alberca amplia y cómoda. El mar estaba un poco fuerte el oleaje pero acaba de pasar lluvias. Pero todo excelente

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2026

Vandita

We enjoyed our stay, visited with 3 of our kids, rooms were clean, property super close to the beach.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Catalin

Pura Vida!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Catalin

Great people, beautiful moments

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

Taryn

Family friendly places! Great pool and beach access. The whole staff was so friendly. We also did the snorkeling tour through the resort and had a wonderful time. Close walk to other restaurants and some shopping areas.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Seamona

Cle⁶an, nice, frien. dly helpful staff.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

Rebecca Louise McCall

Great place to relax and enjoy some local food with lots of opportunities to do excursions if you're up for a little action and site seeing. The staff at Margaritaville are kind and fun. The resort is well kept and has great amenities there's also a reasonable amount of activities for kids and adults. There's a local evening market on Monday's with a variety of goods to purchase and close and safe to walk to. Overall a lovely place to stay and visit.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2026

Brandi

Really boring resort. American brand so majority of the food was American and the entertainment was American or at least that's the excuse we got when we asked why they didn't have more local food and local live music. One medium sized pool. Everyone there was either over 60 or under 15 and the few ppl in between those ages were bored on the resort too. Local food that was available was either dry or under seasoned. They don't always have buffet either so if reservations are low you have to order from menus because they won't do the buffets. Bars close at 11ish which is new for me on an all inclusive resort oh and everything isn't available for the all inclusive drinks and food either. Smallest resort I've stayed on. Clean, friendly staff but BORING

Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2026

Wendy Ann

Staff were amazing. We had an issue with an excursion and they helped us with it. The resort was clean. The resort is on the smaller side. Pool was big enough but there was not enough loungers for the people there. Also, the food was just average, nothing spectacular. It was a good trip.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Amanda

Great staff, super clean, pool was great for the kids!

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Abigail

Great family-friendly resort! The staff was very helpful and made it fun for the adults and kids alike.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Sean

Staff were very friendly and were very helpful. The room was very clean each day and the resort was very beautiful.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Matthew

Beautiful location, ocean front, rooms very clean. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The hotel general manager would walk around everyday treating all the guest he saw to make sure their stay was excellent and if he could answer questions you have. I would definitely return to this resort again in the future.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Megan

Amazing stay here at this resort! Loved all the available amenities and the staff were extremely pleasant. Property was very clean and definitely recommend staying here. 10 out of 10

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Jun 2026

Tina Phuongtruc

nice location, good breakfast, beautiful and clean beach but hotel room is a little out of date

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jun 2026

Lilia

The Front Desk/Reception staff members are friendly, helpful and responsive to the needs of the guests.

The food was okay in the cafes. However, the Italian restaurant food made me sick with diarrhea; I had the penne pasta with ground meat/Bolognese sauce and got sick afterwards.

The room was clean. The toilet water pressure remained low even though the staff adjusted it.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

PAUL

Great location, beautiful beach and excellent service.

Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2026

Isabella

Staff was friendly, Doney always helped with any questions. Resort was clean and it was perfect being nice to the beach!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Keliney Rae- Ann

Beautiful grounds.. Well maintained. Comfortable rooms. Amazingly friendly and helpful staff.
The location was great- beach was superb.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Ana

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Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jun 2026

Kevin M

My family stayed here for 5 nights on our vacation and felt the stay was just ok. The biggest reason that I can’t rate this higher is because the food was not good. Breakfast was not good with very limited options. We knew this was a small resort when booking and knew it wouldn’t have the options as some larger resorts but we all came away underwhelmed with the food. The staff were very friendly but service was slow but we had no place to be so waiting wasn’t too big of a deal. We went to a local restaurant the last night because we wanted to get a good meal in before we went home.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2026

Erin

The hotel was very pretty and we had a warm welcome. Our room had two double beds and a fold out chair. The double beds are just way too small for two people to sleep in comfortably. The shower is open and soaked the whole bathroom every time you used it and it didn’t drain well so everything was wet the whole time. The pool was big and there was plenty of space for people to be at the bar, playing volleyball and to play and tan on the ledges. Unfortunately a storm was blowing through during our stay so the red flag was up at the beach the whole time and the waves were big and powerful and quite intimidating. The breakfast was included and had so many options including the traditional gallon pinto, eggs and several meat options plus pastries and fruit, yogurt and out meal and a separate but included omelette bar. We got bar food service at the pool and the mango ceviche was delicious. The hotel is an easy walk to restaurants and nearby shops. There is a great game room with a small lending library and a movie theatre. We didn’t know that there were bicycles on property until we were leaving and saw some guests riding. It would be really fun because there is a flat path along the beach to ride. We definitely would have taken a ride if we knew. Next time for sure. Staff was helpful and kind. We booked this thinking it would be fun for our teens and they were really happy with the amenities, they played pool and pickleball.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Dino

Friendly and helpful staff. My room had a pool view and beach view..great t have.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2026

Ruben

The staff is good but the hotel need maintenance

Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2026

Kristy

Very good. Staff was amazing, rooms were cleaned daily extremely well. Service and staff were very accommodating.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2026

Katherine

This resort was perfect for our family! It was small enough that I felt comfortable letting our teens roam, but large enough to have enough to do. Jose had a fun list of activities each day and there was entertainment in the evenings. The meals were delicious and staff was very friendly and helpful! I would absolutely return to visit and recommend it to others!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2026

Bradley

The property was beautiful and the staff was fantastic. Only downfall is there is no nightlife as you are kinda at the end of the road but I’d definitely recommend it again

Friends

4/10

Poor

09 Jun 2026

Fanny Carolina

Staff is terrible
Ac broke twice
Bed curtain came broken
Two water leaks

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Shirley

The olace was really nice, love the room and the food.
The service was amazing

Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

William Scott

Just got back from here. Staff was great very helpful and polite! Room was excellent very roomy, clean and the beds were very comfortable! The food was excellent! Beach was very clean only complaint swells were to big to really enjoy swimming for any long period! If your looking for doung an excursion be sure to checkout Las Piratas de Flamingo tours there excellent and very reasonable and professional!!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Georgie

Take out the Endeavor. It was a blast.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

01 Jun 2026

Maci

Staff was stingy and wouldn’t serve me champagne before 11am. Very small resort but clean. Good A/C in rooms. Food was basic resort food. Only 3 restaurants(one you have to make reservations to eat). They charge you to exchange currency so do it before. You can rent a golf cart right across the street from the resort for 55/day. There is a really good place to eat down the road called Coco Loco! Beach is clean and no sea weed.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Yariel

The hotel was beautiful. Right on the beach. Very clean and well maintained.
Customer service is great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Veronica M

Great hotel for the price. It is small but we prefer small hotels. Staff was amazing. Gluten free options available.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Jerry

SUSIE at the excursion desk IS AMAZING 💥💥💥💥💥

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Joanne

Great

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Chasen

This is a great resort, my family had a wonderful time! The kids loved the pool and the activities. The staff were all very helpful and friendly, especially Jose and Priscilla who made my kids feel like family.

The beach is beautiful, not at all crowded and has amazing sunsets (Tip: the security guards will set up beach chairs for you if you ask).

We did the all-inclusive package and it was absolutely worth it. The food was much better than I expected and we took advantage of the other amenities that came with all inclusive.

I highly recommend, and will definitely be back.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Beth Ann

Our first time in Costa Rica was wonderful. Margaritaville playa flamingo was top notch. The beach was clean and beautiful. We enjoyed the food and drinks of all inclusive very much. I would def recommend this property!

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

28 May 2026

Jonathan Armando

Family trip, 2 kids (7&5), kids loved the pool, especially the small pool, free boogie boarding, kids enjoyed activities (making necklaces, clay things, painting, bingo). Staff for the most part were friendly and helpful. Food was pretty good at all 3 locations on site. I think music at the pool could be a little louder, seems like it was only loud enough for those at the pool bar, and maybe more pool activities for adults. Beach was clean and great for the kids to see stingrays riding in the waves, and BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS. Rooms were very clean, good A/C, good coffee. We would comeback, we had a great time.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

Ifeoma

Clean and tidy room inside. The environment is very clean and the pool is cleaned daily. The property manager is very friendly and interacts with guests which was really nice.
All the workers were all smiles, super friendly and available to provide assistance whenever necessary. I highly recommend

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

adam T

This a very small property compared to what we are accustomed to. It is beachfront, but you have to cross a public dirt road. Easy access with some vendors, but nothing pesky like Mexico.
The rooms either face the pool or the backsides of the property. There are no direct, beach front rooms. The rooms themselves are a typically sized hotel room, with all of the basic amenities. There is no AI room service offered here.
Food accommodations are offered in an adjacent building, either upstairs during the day or downstairs at night. There is an additional Italian place above the lobby where reservations are asked for. Food quality overall was good. We did notice the tenderness of the steaks to be a little inconsistent but everything else was generally spot on.
There is a pool bar on site, and food can be ordered there and delivered to the bar. The pool bar closes at 6pm.
A couple noteworthy service providers were as follows:
Andy and Douglas at the lower restaurant were always prompt and friendly. We spoke to them at least once every day.
Randall who is the supervisor of Capriccios, the Italian restaurant, was awesome. His team of Nadezca and Jonathan were spot on with their food and drink preparation. Randall himself knows how to work the room, even when things went a little askew. This man is going places and is an asset to the company for sure.

Overall, a generally chill vibe in the place, never competed for poolside lounges and good service.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Adrienne

We love this resort! It’s smaller which we like and the staff is great!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Camille

Gabo and Fiona were excellent as were all the employees. Although the resort could use some updates, everything was well maintained and clean. GM, Scott was present on many occasions and was pleasant to speak with.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Rachael

Fabulous hotel amazing beach and location loved the pickleball.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Kamla

The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The entire property was well maintained. We enjoyed the wonderful pool and loved that the resort was a few feet away from the ocean. Access to local dining was a plus with some restaurants on the beach! Most importantly the entire staff was amazingly friendly, professional and attentive especially Mallory, Carol and Priscilla. Would definitely recommend a visit and will be coming back!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2026

John

Everything near by

4/10

Poor

19 May 2026

Makayla

The pool was often dirty with debris. The food lacked flavor overall and there was not much to do. The staff was okay but enforced rules that were not enforced for other guests. I would not visit this property or Costa Rica again. I stayed from 5/14 - 5/18.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Nino

We had an absolutely wonderful stay here and are already planning to come back next year! The resort exceeded our expectations in so many ways. Everything was extremely clean, neat, and very well maintained. The rooms were spacious, conveniently located, and comfortable, which made traveling with kids so much easier.

We traveled as three families with children ages 6, 7, and 8, and we always felt extremely safe and comfortable throughout the entire stay. The kiddie pool area was fantastic, especially the shaded covered section where parents could comfortably sit and watch the kids even during the hottest parts of the day. The main pool was also beautiful and relaxing.

Another pleasant surprise was the food. We genuinely enjoyed everything we ate. Yes, there is a buffet, which naturally repeats some dishes throughout the week, but they also have menu options that were excellent. The Eggs Benedict were wonderful, and the cheeseburgers were honestly incredible.

The location is amazing - literally right across the small dirt road from the beach. The waves were stronger than we expected, so we watched the kids carefully, but they still had an amazing time.

The service was outstanding. Scott, the regional director, was constantly checking on guests and making sure everyone was comfortable and having fun. Overall, we truly had an amazing experience and highly recommend this resort for families!

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

14 May 2026

Carol Ann

We really enjoyed our stay at margaritaville and would definitely go back. The rooms were clean and linens were great. There was water in the room everyday. The only thing is the water pressure wasn’t that great in the shower. The food was excellent. Everything we ordered we thoroughly enjoyed. Not a bad word to say. The water was a little rough at the beach but it was absolutely beautiful. All we had to do was ask security to bring lounge chairs to us and it was done. It was never crowded except for the sunset which was amazing. The only thing is nightlife. If that’s what you’re looking for then skip this place. They had minimal entertainment at the bar but it was usually over by 9-10 pm. If you’re looking for relaxation then I highly recommend this place.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2026

Roy

The Costa Rican people were very friendly. The room was very clean. The pool was a good size and has a bar pool. It is definitely family friendly. Staff was great and helpful. Most people spoke some English. The beach was lovely, although when the tide came in in the afternoon the ocean got rough. We had a wonderful week.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2026

Lynne

They have activities planned all day for all ages. The rooms are cleaned daily. The beach is so close (right across the street), clean and beautiful. The staff is amazing. This was are 2nd trip to Margaritaville and we are returning in September. All inclusive is the way to go.

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2026

Joanne

We enjoyed our stay! Traveled with our adult children and their spouses. Beautiful beach with added bonus of manta rays swimming in the waves (they are safe and fun to watch). The pool area was nice with great bartenders and we enjoyed the poolside lunch service. Low key music and relaxing atmosphere.
Everyone was satisfied with the selection of food, nice buffet, omelet bar, only a couple of restaurants but offering a good selection. The Italian option is good, make sure to make a reservation.
Really wonderful staff, friendly and helpful. One of our members was tossed by a wave and got a bloody nose. Staff transported her to nearest urgent care and picked her up. Urgent care doctor was excellent. We appreciated their care and concern. Overall, good value for the price.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Brandy

Great stay! Took advantage of the all inclusive and ir was great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

ashley

Small resort. Food okay. Staff were amazing. Great location. Clean.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2026

Monica

Beautiful area and beach

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Stuart

Nice place. Smaller property so easy to get around and a super nice pool. Beach not private but only a few steps away. Beautiful sand and waves. Breakfast great. Staff really helpful. Lots of restaurants right next door or a short drive. Only downside is it takes a long time to go anywhere - whether Tamarindo or more nature tours.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2026

Angelika

The staff were attentive and friendly. The amenities were comprehensive. We had the all inclusive which was plentiful, varied and delicious.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2026

mary

Front desk staff and gift shop staff were excellent and very friendly. Bell hops were informative and very helpful. Wait staff was attentive and accommodating. It was a short but great stay!!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 May 2026

Alvaro

This small resort is nice, right at the beach, very clean, the staff is SUPER FRIENDLY and helpful, food is ok, not the best but not the worst. Nice and quiet area, also restaurants and shops around

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Tamta

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful resort in Costa Rica! The property was absolutely stunning, surrounded by nature with breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere. The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help with anything we needed.

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well maintained, and the food was delicious with plenty of great options. We especially loved the relaxing big pool, tropical scenery.

This resort made our trip unforgettable, and we would definitely return again. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable vacation in Costa Rica!

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

06 May 2026

Navrosh Singh

This property is dates
Needs renovation
Food was very basic and not high quality
Shower functionality was so complicated ( havent seen that anywhere!)
Cleaning staff was very warm and nice

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 May 2026

Timothy Kenneth

Great beach! Convenient location. Bar overlooking the beach was great!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

MAYA

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pure Paradise — This Place Has It All
We've stayed at a lot of beach properties, but this one genuinely stands out. The ocean was crystal clear, completely calm, and so inviting it felt like stepping into a postcard. The beach itself was refreshingly uncrowded — plenty of space to breathe, stretch out, and truly relax.
Natural tree shade keeps things cool without losing that open-air feel, and comfortable cots from the hotel service made settling in for the day completely effortless.
The pool deserves its own mention. It's enormous — beautifully designed with varying depths so there's a perfect spot for everyone, from little ones playing in the shallow end to adults doing laps in the deep end. What really makes it special is the activities — there's always something going on that adds energy and fun to the atmosphere without ever feeling overwhelming. We spent just as much time at the pool as we did at the beach.
The food is a genuine highlight. Fresh, beautifully prepared seafood, hearty and satisfying Italian dishes, and easy poolside snacks cover every mood and appetite throughout the day.
The drinks are a cut above — carefully crafted with their own fresh-grown greens that you can actually taste in every sip. No corners cut here.
What ties everything together is the cleanliness and warmth of the staff. The entire property is spotless, and every team member makes you feel genuinely welcome from the moment you arrive.
Highly recommended.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Alexander

It was a great vacation in great resort

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

02 May 2026

Yolanda

Very old pool
Room humid
Food average
Very clean
Professional staff
Excellent location
Theme verot far from Costa Rica
Not lounge chairs or umbrellas at besch

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Curtis

I travel a lot and this was one of the best hotels Ive ever been in for the price. Clean, great staff, lots of included breakfast all morning to choose from, incredible dinner meals, lots of parking, multi level pools, on the beach, staff offered to bring chairs out to me on the beach at 5am while i was just standing there watching the ocean. 5AM!!! Spacious balcony with chairs, bottles of water, cool evening music on the pool deck, spotless modern rooms with beautiful carrera marble bathrooms finish, not a long walk to any room... My Playa Flamingo go to from now on.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Mauren

Great job

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Natalia

Very family friendly, the staff and activities were well thought out.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Melissa

Our recent stay at the resort was truly fantastic. The reception team made our check-in and check-out process seamless and were incredibly welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our all-inclusive package, as the food and service were exceptional.

The entire staff was warm, attentive, and made our stay truly memorable. We especially appreciated the wonderful service provided throughout the dining venues and the pool area. Our room was clean, spacious, and perfect for our needs. We are already dreaming of our next visit—thank you all for such a wonderful experience!

Friends

8/10

Excellent

28 Apr 2026

Amber

We really enjoyed our stay at Margaritaville CR. Check in was quick and easy, the rooms were a good size. Initially I had requested a roll away bed and was told they couldn't fit them in the room, but once we were there they were happy to help accommodate us. Plenty of space for unpacking too. We had a pool view room and were also able to see the beach from our deck.

There is plenty to do on property--pool with swim up bar (opens at 10am), pickleball, tennis, gym, ping pong tables, pool tables, bikes, boogie boards. The beach is right there, you just have to cross a dirt road. There aren't chairs set up on the beach, but you can request them. We found the current to be really strong, so we swam a few times in the ocean and walked the beach, but mostly relaxed by the pool.

The staff was very friendly! If you make a request for housekeeping, maintenance, etc. they are very quick.

There is a lot within walking distance--Coco Loco, a cool restaurant, is a 10 min walk on the beach, across from the hotel you can rent a golf cart, the marina and lots of shops and restaurants are all within walking distance and felt very safe.

The food at the hotel was fine, nothing was amazing. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet at Banana Winds, but did not enjoy the dinner. The Italian restaurant was very good and 5 o'clock Somewhere was good too.

There were 4 of us (2 teens) and it was perfect for our family. We did the all inclusive and found it to be a good value.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Robert

Very nice staff

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Mehdi

Rooms were acceptably clean, staff were awesome, friendly, polite, kind and very helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

hassan

Margaritaville Hotel in Costa Rica was a perfect stay! Randall, the supervisor at the Italian restaurant, provided excellent service and took great care of us. A memorable experience! Highly recommend!

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