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Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

3.5 star property

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A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Free daily buffet breakfast
Property entrance
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels, kayaking

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Flamingo Beach, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
  • Place, Potrero Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamingo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Reserva Conchal Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a quote, a chair, a nightstand, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a coffee maker, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a coffee maker, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

Family Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers 120 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Onzen Spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Flamingo Beach. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine with a beachfront location at Banana Wind, one of the property's 3 restaurants
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Indulge with body treatments, reflexology or hot stone massages at Onzen Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a gym and a steam room
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the beach
  • 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Reserva Conchal Golf Course and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Monkey Park
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Some rates at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this resort measures 2809 square feet (261 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cabo Velas resort is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Banana Wind – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
5 O'clock Somewhere – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
License To Chill – This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Capriccios Pizza Bistro – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and select beverages included

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Language
Water fitness

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 5 O'clock Somewhere
  • Banana Wind
  • Capriccios Pizza Bistro
  • License To Chill

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,809 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1966
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 77 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 69000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Pet fee: CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Flamingo Beach
Flamingo Beach Resort
Flamingo Beach Hotel Playa Flamingo
Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa Costa Rica/Playa Flamingo
Flamingo Beach Resort Costa Rica
Flamingo Beach Resort And Spa
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Margaritaville Beach Playa Flamingo
Margaritaville Beach
Flamingo Beach Resort Spa
Margaritaville Playa Flamingo
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Resort
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Cabo Velas
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Resort Cabo Velas

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 581 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities and great value, the location is perfect, central to many restaurants and access to port
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

guy f

Clean room nice staff right on beach👍
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time here! The staff could not have been friendlier (shout out to Doney at the front desk!), and the resort was exactly as we expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small resort in a fabulous location staff were fantastic. Highly recommend the boat tour. Captain and mate were great with guests. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful pool, nice staff. Very fun trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mathieu

Great place. Very clean, great staff and great beach access.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was absolutely amazing along with all the staff! The swim up bar had great drinks and lots of variety of food options. Really overall great experience for my husband and I just to unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great activities, great food, great pool, great beach
Sunset from the Italian restaurant on the 2nd floor
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent!!! Beach and restaurants. Couldn’t say enough good things about the entire staff. Warm friendly and very sincere!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the money and about the best you’ll get in Costa Rica in this general area. It’s not the Westin, but that’s not the price point we were looking for. Everyone extremely friendly and helpful and the all inclusive is good food for the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained facilities, great people, beautiful beach and sunsets
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pinki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and facilities. Good beach at doorstep of hotel. Restaurants within walking distance if you choose to not dine at hotel. Have visited several times and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort. Not too big and not too busy. With perfect beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

vazquez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful, clean, the staff very professional, kindly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful people, great resort. Loved everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property located on the beach, nice and small, easy to get around. Could hear the sound of the waves in my room!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Area was great and so is the beach - saw a sting way when snorkeling
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, beach beautiful, would have loved shade on beach as it was an extra cost
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Margaritaville was in a great location as far as being on the beach. The food was great and Elias at the swim up bar was amazing! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on one of the best beaches in the country. Great food and a relaxed Pura Vida vibe throughout. Not your typical all-inclusive experience; no loud music, no large group activities throughout the day. Perfect place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great beach access and pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025