The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

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9.8
/10
Exceptional
346 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Dr Dorothy
10.0
/ 10
They have customer service now Pat. I have got to be the fussiest traveler and very spoiled because we always stay at a really nice places. There is not one criticism or suggestion I would give the management about our stay. The room was exceptionally clean, large airy high ceilings perfectly working air conditioner fan lovely patio wonderful rainforest shower. They have saltwater pools and fabulous food in their restaurants. All of the staff it provides exceptional customer service especially the front desk staff, the restaurant management and Andres! I don’t know the name of the woman who is at the Apple station for the complementary breakfast but my goodness… She learned after the first day exactly what we order and provided it every time she saw us come into the dining area! Fabulous location because it’s near everything. Loved it and recommended highly❣️
Whitney
10.0
/ 10
Excellent stay at this property. The front desk, custodial and housekeeping staff were fantastic. Location was ideal, and yoga class with Hanna was fantastic! Would definitely stay here again.
terry
10.0
/ 10
The Gilded Iguana was a wonderful resort. Staff were friendly and very helpful connecting us with amazing restaurants and experiences in the area. Specifically Coyol Restaurant and Huacas Restaurant provided amazing world class food AND beautiful vistas of both sunsets and the Costa Rican Mountains. A great, relaxing stay
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Playa Guiones, Nosara, Cantón de Nicoya, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica

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Swimming Pool
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel is located in area / city Nosara. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Address: Map & Location

Playa Guiones, Nosara, Cantón de Nicoya, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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Location


The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel is located in area / city Nosara.

About The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

Be ready to get the unforgettable stay experience by its exclusive service, completed by a full range of facilities to cater all your needs.

The hotel’s fitness center is a must-try during your stay here.

Have an enjoyable and relaxing day at the pool, whether you’re traveling solo or with your loved ones.

Get the best deal for finest quality of spa treatment to unwind and rejuvenate yourself.

24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.

Savor your favorite dishes with special cuisines from The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel exclusively for you.

Enjoy luxurious treats and incomparable experience by staying at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel.

All facilities in The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

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Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Tours
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

Things to Do

  • Beach umbrella
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa
  • Garden
  • Beach towel
  • Pool sun loungers

Food and Drinks

  • Bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Breakfast
  • Snack bar

Business Facilities

  • Conference room
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference rooms

Public Facilities

  • Others
  • Restaurant
  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Reception hall
  • Parking
  • Terrace

Family-friendly Facilities

  • Babysitting & childcare (surcharge)
  • Children pool

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Transportation

  • Area shuttle with surcharge

Nearby Facilities

  • Souvenir shop

Sports and Recreations

  • Fitness center

Kids and Pets

  • Babysitting with surcharge

Shuttle Service

  • Airport transfer (surcharge)

In-room Facilities

  • TV

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • 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
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 18

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 12:00
Hotel policy is not yet available.

General Information

Popular Facilities
Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 00:00 - to 12:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
29
Number of floors in The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
2
Another facilities in The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Laundry service, Tours, Multilingual staff, Wedding service, Luggage storage

Frequently asked question in The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

What are available facilities at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?
There are top facilites at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel such as Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What Time is Check In & Check Out at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?
Check-in time at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel is staring from 15:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at before Before 12:00. If you need a hotel early check-in or late check-out, you can submit a special request during your booking. Important: Special requests for flexible check-in or check-out times are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If having an early check-in or late check-out is important for your travel plans, please review the cancellation policy before confirming your reservation.
Does The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is The Star Hotel Classification of The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel is officially classified as a 4.0-star hotel. This star hotel classification indicates the standard of facilities and services provided to guests.
How many floors does The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel have?
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel has 2 floors.
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Debra
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Everyone was super friendly and helpful would definitely go back
samuel
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

awesome safe property hot tub was cold
Dr Dorothy
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Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

They have customer service now Pat. I have got to be the fussiest traveler and very spoiled because we always stay at a really nice places. There is not one criticism or suggestion I would give the management about our stay. The room was exceptionally clean, large airy high ceilings perfectly working air conditioner fan lovely patio wonderful rainforest shower. They have saltwater pools and fabulous food in their restaurants. All of the staff it provides exceptional customer service especially the front desk staff, the restaurant management and Andres! I don’t know the name of the woman who is at the Apple station for the complementary breakfast but my goodness… She learned after the first day exactly what we order and provided it every time she saw us come into the dining area! Fabulous location because it’s near everything. Loved it and recommended highly❣️
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katie
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Loved the SPA
Christian
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very good hotel
Natalya
10.0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great, please!
Whitney
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent stay at this property. The front desk, custodial and housekeeping staff were fantastic. Location was ideal, and yoga class with Hanna was fantastic! Would definitely stay here again.
Sally
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

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Beautiful hotel.
Azat
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

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excellent!!!
Tracy
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

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Amazing all around!! Loved every minute I was there.
Amanda
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

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The hotel was in a great location and very nice. We enjoyed the included breakfast, the walkability to the beach, shops and restaurants. The staff were very kind and available to help. The gym is only accessible by reservation and only allows 5 people per hour. And we weren’t able to use the yoga room for our own practice on Sunday because it was closed. We felt like we were on someone else’s schedule trying to fit things in. The pool area is beautiful but didn’t seem big enough given how many people were using it. And there were a lot of kids which made the pool area loud and not very relaxing for us. Overall we would recommend this hotel.
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Alexa
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

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Pros We had an excellent stay at the Gilded Iguana. Staff were very helpful and helped us book surf lessons and board rentals as well as a turtle hatching tour at Ostinal. Our room was really nice and clean and all the facilities were beautiful. The restaurant was great and had good food and drinks. The breakfast was more than what you would expect for an inclusive breakfast. I will say there was not a lot of vegan options for breakfast but I was able to easily make changes with the serving staff to accommodate this. Cons The street was under construction and it took us forever to find a way to get to the hotel driving around at night with bad road conditions after a long day of travel. It would have been nice if the hotel had messaged us in advance to let us know about the construction and help us with directions. There is not a lot of parking available at the hotel. We ended up having to park on the street which would have been fine except the street is under construction and in the morning large aggregate trucks were driving past which were dropping rocks. Thankfully we didn’t have any damage. We booked this room for our honeymoon and I accidentally booked a room with two double beds. I totally get this was my mistake but I did specify it was our honeymoon and it would have been nice to be moved to a king room. That being said the staff left us a dessert and kind note to congratulate us. Overall would recommend, excellent stay!
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terry
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Business and Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Gilded Iguana was a wonderful resort. Staff were friendly and very helpful connecting us with amazing restaurants and experiences in the area. Specifically Coyol Restaurant and Huacas Restaurant provided amazing world class food AND beautiful vistas of both sunsets and the Costa Rican Mountains. A great, relaxing stay
Rhonda Marie
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The room was beautiful. Wonderful bathroom. Great housekeeping and concierge’s service. 5 stars to Francisco and yoga instructor Juliana.
Karen
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful location
Danielle Celine
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very kind staff and amazing food!
Timothy
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 54 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The perfect place to stay! I’ve been visiting Nosara for year, and will keep coming back to the Guilded Iguana!
Lorine
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 57 week(s) ago

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5 Star property and service. Beautiful and peaceful. Walkable to beach, shops and restaurants Highly recommend
Edna
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Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

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We had a great stay. Only problem was the slick tile which got wet from the humidity.
Jeramie
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Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone. It was a joke being waited on by the restaurant staff. The food was awful and it would take the servers 5-10 mins to talk to you then another 5-10 for a drink when there was no one in the restaurant. I got hives from their soap. I asked to check out early and they blamed Orbitz. Orbitz said they would refund any amount that the hotel would give. I left 3 days early after I was rudely turned away from coffee 5 mins after the “breakfast” was served. Won’t be returning to that hotel, but I did enjoy Nosara.
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