Hotel La Gaviota Tropical has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Playa Hermosa. Offering a bar, the property is located within a few steps of Hermosa Beach. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi. All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Hotel La Gaviota Tropical provides some accommodations with mountain views, and the rooms include a balcony. Guest rooms have a closet. Playa Panama is 1.7 miles from the accommodation, while Marina Papagayo is 20 miles from the property. Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is 11 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
and
1 queen bed
1 king bed
2 queen beds
1 king bed
and
1 futon bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Playa Hermosa

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rzonca
    United States United States
    Boutique hotel/ great atmosphere/ elegant and clean/ restaurant in the hotel was excellent and staff were amazing
  • John
    United States United States
    The hotel is wonderful. It is a small, boutique hotel with rooms that are good sized and well-appointed. The staff quickly learns your name and how you like things (e.g., when housekeeping comes to the room, how much milk you want in your...
  • Raya
    United States United States
    Great location, right on the beach! Staff is super sweet and always willing to help. Booked a boat day through the hotel that was fabulous. The restaurant on site is delicious! Would totally recommend staying here!
  • Powell
    United States United States
    The property is absolutely charming and very unique. It was also very clean! We loved that it was right on the sand!
  • T
    Tim
    United States United States
    The location on the ocean was great. And the staff were top notch… friendly Luis seemed clairvoyant, he anticipated all needs and requests.
  • Eyal
    United States United States
    The location is unbeatable right on the beach, and the staff is super helpful.
  • Xenia
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    excellent location, ocean view, very nice and clean rooms
  • Jon
    United States United States
    The location was great. The rooftop pool was fun and the restaurant downstairs was excellent
  • C
    Caroline
    United States United States
    The view from the restaurant area is gorgeous- beautiful beach. The staff was very friendly and extremely accommodating. They make wonderful drinks and delicious meals.
  • Pascal
    United States United States
    Amazing location right on the beach! And the staff was so responsive and nice! Even up to giving me a ride to nearby ATM.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local • Latin American
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Hotel La Gaviota Tropical
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dryer

Room Amenities

  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Happy hour
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

    Services

    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Room service

    Safety & security

    • Safe

    General

    • Air conditioning
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by elevator

    Outdoor swimming pool

    • Open all year
    • Pool with view

    Spa

    • Massage
      Additional charge

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    Hotel La Gaviota Tropical takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    FAQs about Hotel La Gaviota Tropical

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at Hotel La Gaviota Tropical is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

    • The prices at Hotel La Gaviota Tropical may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Hotel La Gaviota Tropical include:

      • Family
      • Double
      • Suite
    • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Hotel La Gaviota Tropical. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Hotel La Gaviota Tropical offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
      • Happy hour
      • Swimming pool
    • Hotel La Gaviota Tropical is 2,800 feet from the center of Playa Hermosa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Hotel La Gaviota Tropical has 2 restaurants:

      • Restaurant
      • Restaurant