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Nandel Beach Resort

3.5 star property

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
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Family Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Playa Jobo, La Cruz, Guanacaste
  • Playa Copal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Playa Coco
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Family Room

  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Traditional Studio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Traditional Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Nandel Beach Resort

Family-friendly beachfront location with 2 outdoor pools
At Nandel Beach Resort, relax by one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or spend the day at the private sand beach where you can enjoy snorkelling. Change of towels is available on request
Nandel Beach Resort offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Nandel Beach Resort. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Playa Coyotera. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • The restaurant, poolside bar and bar/lounge offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Amenities include a meeting room, a conference centre and co-working space
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, rowing/canoeing and kayaking
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Playa Coyotera and 6 minutes from Playa Bolaños
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as complimentary cabanas and sunloungers. Bring your whole family to Nandel Beach Resort for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and snorkelling.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star La Cruz hotel.

Guests are served a free local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Eagle Ray – This family restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Eagle Ray

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Kayaking
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • High chair
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Free beach cabanas
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. 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

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • 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

Nandel Beach Resort Hotel
Nandel Beach Resort La Cruz
Nandel Beach Resort Hotel La Cruz

Nandel Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 174 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Silas

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEEVE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay here was very relaxing and comfortable. The resort staff had really great customer service. The room was clean and the food very delicious. Would definitely recommend anyone to stay at this resort.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mauricio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in that part of Costa Rica will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was comfortable. Windy location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again. The staff were all great, there were many restaurants within a couple minute drive, and the beach was beautiful and quiet. Sand quality is not as good as some others, but there are dozens of beaches within 5-10 minutes or so. Rooms were spacious and as clean as you can really get on a tropical beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Great beaches in area if you have car.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This resort is an absolute hidden gem! My husband wanted an authentic cultural experience, and I wanted to lay in a lounge chair by the beach/pool. My kids are teens, and wanted lots of activities. Nandel checked all the boxes for us. The staff felt like friends by the time we left. Our kids even insisted on taking pictures with them to remember them by. The facilities were clean and well maintained. It is a windy area, but when it's 90 degrees every day, that feels really good. The area specializes in kite surfing, but there are many other beautiful beaches within short distance as well. The food was a mix of local and international cuisine, and the breakfasts were our favorite! I am a runner, and went running on roads around/adjacent to the property, and never felt unsafe. I can't recommend this place enough for someone that wants an authentic Central American experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Property is quiet but remotely located. Facilities and food at the onsite restaurant both mediocre. Need a vehicle to go around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

paola, warwick

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Un beau site à exploiter davantage

Un très beau site digne des hôtels que l'on retrouvent régulièrement dans les Tout Inclus. Par contre, aucune ambiance mise à part de la musique (agréable) à la piscine. Dommage car, il y aurait tant à exploiter tel; animation, jeux, spectacles ou projection de films en soirée. De belles grandes chambres confortables. Petit déjeuner correct. Belle plage privée. Pour ce qui est du restaurant (déjeuner et diner), nous n'en avons pas profiter par le fait de tous les mauvais commentaires lus sur différents sites et ce, par unanimité.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious two bedroom unit far from the music and pool. AC worked perfectly and enjoyed the big screen TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The place is great. Needs paint and maintenance. But the restaurant is good. The staff are awesome everywhere.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Staff & service
Good hotel. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property but clean and unique. Staff was excellent. Food was good. The beach was dirty but still a nice getaway for a 1/4 of the price of a all inclusive
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful beach!

We got married on the peaceful quiet beautiful beach here. It was in October and there was one other family staying at the property so it was like we’d rented out the whole place. It is very basic and not easy to get to, but once you arrive, they’ve got a nice pool and restaurant to enjoy yourself and your family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kurt

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I could give this "resort" 0 stars, I would. For $150 a night, I expected at least basic cleanliness and functionality, but it fell far below even the lowest standards. The room was disgusting, with a missing toilet paper holder and floors and shower that appeared to have gone years without proper cleaning or mopping. I highly doubt the room was disinfected between guests. Bugs were everywhere, which might be expected in the area, but the lack of proper door sealing made it worse. Dead ants blew in under the door daily, and the bathroom was infested with large spiders. The resort offered only two free water bottles on the first night of the stay—after that, guests must purchase their drinks. The food was overpriced and inedible, with fish falsely advertised as mahi-mahi that turned out to be overcooked and unrecognizable. Drinks were watered down; I watched a bartender pour six ounces of alcohol into my drink, yet it had no effect, and I’m not even a regular drinker. The location was equally inconvenient. Without a rental car, there were no nearby restaurants within walking distance, and the nearest decent hotel was $500 a night. I was stuck for two extra days over Christmas while arranging transportation to leave. Though the staff offered a room upgrade for the inconvenience, I couldn’t trust that any room would be cleaner than the one I already had. To top it off, they refused to refund me for the days I left early. This was the worst hotel experience I’ve EVER had
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

El mejor

Excelente lugar,el personal muy amable son de los lugares que vuelves la comida te hacen sentir agradable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024