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Hotel Playa Negra

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
Bungalow
Billiards
Ac Suite Bungalow

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pool
    Pool

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Playa Negra, Paraiso, Veintisiete de Abril, Guanacaste, 50303
  • Playa Negra
    17 min walk
  • Playa Pargos
    4 min drive
  • Callejones Beach
    5 min drive
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    33 min drive

Room options

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Ac Suite Bungalow

Ac Suite Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Bungalow

Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Playa Negra

A family-friendly stay in Veintisiete de Abril awaits you at Hotel Playa Negra. You'll be 5.1 km (3.2 mi) from Junquillal Beach and 10.9 km (6.8 mi) from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Highlights at this beachfront resort include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The resort's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Veintisiete de Abril resort, you'll be 12.7 km (7.9 mi) from Playa Langosta and 23 km (14.3 mi) from Tamarindo Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Negra - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Junquillal Beach - 12 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 22 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Playa Langosta - 25 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 44 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sabanero Steak House - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lola's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Azul Pool Bar & Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Il Rustico - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Esquina - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Hotel Playa Negra

Beachfront, with full-service spa
Hotel Playa Negra offers its guests a full-service spa, 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 and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Playa Negra. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Veintisiete de Abril resort is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 20 buildings
  • Built in 1996
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Hotel Playa Negra offers 17 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. This Veintisiete de Abril resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 7,500 to 8,600 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages
  • Spa open 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • 20 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1996
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during September and October:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Playa Negra

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CRC 7500 to 8600 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 100 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 100 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 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; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Playa Negra
Playa Negra Hotel
Hotel Playa Negra Costa Rica/Guanacaste
Hotel Playa Negra Veintisiete de Abril
Playa Negra Veintisiete de Abril
Resort Hotel Playa Negra Veintisiete de Abril
Veintisiete de Abril Hotel Playa Negra Resort
Resort Hotel Playa Negra
Playa Negra
Playa Negra Veintisiete Abril
Hotel Playa Negra Resort
Hotel Playa Negra Veintisiete de Abril
Hotel Playa Negra Resort Veintisiete de Abril

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Playa Negra?

Hotel Playa Negra offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Playa Negra?

Yep, Hotel Playa Negra has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Playa Negra?

Yep, Hotel Playa Negra is a short 17-minute walk from Playa Negra. Fun beach activities include yoga, volleyball and snorkelling. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Playa Negra?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel Playa Negra. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Hotel Playa Negra have a pool?

Hotel Playa Negra has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Hotel Playa Negra a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Playa Negra.

Is Hotel Playa Negra family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and supervised childcare, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Playa Negra is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Playa Negra serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Playa Negra?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Playa Negra?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Playa Negra?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Playa Negra?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Playa Negra Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 222 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 222 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We first visited Playa Negra in 1999. We are so pleased to say that nothing has changed! We love the rustic feel of the Round thatched roof cabins and how close they are to the beach. The rooms while simple and rustic were maculate and the linens crispy and fresh. We heart Playa Negra hotel! Thanks for keeping Playa Negra the same.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing tranquil spot to relax and unwind. Simple, yet beautiful. The staff was very helpful, the food at the restaurant food fresh and delicious. The beach is a great spot to hang out and either surf, boogie board, or bob around in the waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is the best. The place is a beach front hotel very close to other restaurants as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was good. We basically had the place to ourselves as the rest of the cabinas and restaurant were undergoing renovations, so it was a trade off. We were there for the location right on the beach at Playa Negra and ease of access for surfing. Enjoyed watching the waves from the pool. The one thing was that there were more bugs in the room than I remembered last time I stayed there, but you’re in the jungle so… seems like the renovations are sealing up the rooms tighter and we did see someone treating the perimeter of the rooms and didn’t see bugs after that.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place to stay, but between September and November the cafe, restaurant and surf shop are closed. Make sure to hire a car!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful, we woke up to birds singing in the morning, howler monkeys on a tree close by, wonderful relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brainerd N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great peaceful room with lots of wildlife. Great service at the restaurant. Amazing location for a getaway to surf or do yoga. Far from night life and tours, but we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great, secluded spot with beachfront access, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a surf shop with rental snorkel, boogie boarding and surfing equipment. There are flowering bushes that smell wonderful and their fragrance is delightfully strong. The hammocks and yoga room overlooking the beach were special too. I’m vegetarian and was also pleased to find a number of items on the breakfast and all day menus I could enjoy. The cabins were clean and they were cleaned daily. You won’t find air conditioning but the ocean breeze, screened windows, tropical shutters and overhead fan were sufficient for me. It’s rustic and simple, but thoughtfully designed and all my needs were met. NOTE: I stayed in one of the original 10 cabins. There are newer ones on site with some upgrades (not sure what) that are listed as suites on the hotel website. The downsides? The second half of my stay, I was plucking hundreds of no-see-ums off of my bed each day, and dodging moths, beetles, caterpillars, geckos and a roach inside my cabin. It wasn’t a lack of hygiene or cleaning: the gaps around the door make it impossible to keep critters out. I’m not sure what more could be done, other than hanging mosquito nets around the bed. My only other complaint is that the smell from the septic system would waft every so often near the pool and my cabin. If you’re looking for a self-contained, peaceful space for a chill solo or a family trip, this property is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JACOBUS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the daily yoga and surf lessons. The staff was great and we enjoyed breakfast a lot. I read that breakfast was free but we ended up having to pay so I'm not sure what that was about. The smoothies are fantastic and perfect for a hot day. The only negative was the drain in our bathroom had a bad sewage smell coming from it. Other than that, we loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could hear the surf and birds and monkeys at night , no ac no problem

6/10 Okay

Marika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, pretty good and some of the downsides weren't truly the hotel's fault. Briefly, it POURED rain for our 4 day stay - steady, hard, rain, almost all day every day. That's definitely not the hotel's fault and/but it did make the trip not as enjoyable since it illuminated that there wasn't a lot to do during the very rainy times at the hotel. It is pretty remote-feeling, so once you're there, you're THERE unless you have a car (which we didn't). Besides being in your hut, the only other under cover amenities was the restaurant, which was nice, but after clocking many, many hours there reading, it got a little old :) So! If you're looking for a hotel that has things to do (or places nearby to go on foot) if there's inclement weather, this hotel isn't for you. If you're pumped to spend inclement weather days nestled in your bed reading, then great! Hotel restaurant prices were high (salad for $22, for example) but hotel staff were very nice. Our ceiling in our hut was leaking in 4 different places.

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At least the pool was open. But people who were not staying there would go to the pool and bring their kids loud as f.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot. Mostly surfer hotel. No AC, but slept fine. Somewhat primitive facilities (thatched huts-very cool). Nice pool. Food was great, people really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brandon

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matti

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazin location in Playa Negra
Great weekend at Playa Negra, amazing horse eventing competition right on site, great location, beach front, amazing sunsets and good restaurant. Recommended for a great not so busy beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iñigo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark, clayton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best sunset spot in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021