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Buddha Retreat Hotel

Name: Buddha Retreat Hotel
Address: Playa San Juanillo Frente de la Plaza, Cuajiniquil, Cantón de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Playa San Juanillo Frente de la Plaza, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Rating: 7

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Robert

10.0

/ 10

Nice place away from the crazys, rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly, English was a little difficult but doable.

Mercedes

10.0

/ 10

Staff muy amable. Limpio. Habitacion comoda. Baño Amplio. Parqueo Amplio. Comida deliciosa.

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Angelina

10.0

/ 10

Great Place to stay near the beach! Tasty food and good service! Definitely will be back!

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Playa San Juanillo Frente de la Plaza, Cuajiniquil, Cantón de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Main Facilities

Restaurant

Swimming Pool

24-Hour Front Desk

Parking

WiFi

Buddha Retreat Hotel is located in area / city Cuajiniquil. 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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Playa San Juanillo Frente de la Plaza, Cuajiniquil, Cantón de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

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General
Near Playa Cocal

Location
When you stay at Buddha Retreat Hotel in Cuajiniquil, you'll be near the beach and within a short 5-minute drive from San Juanillo Beach. This beach hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Playa Cocal and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Playa Pleito.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

San Juanillo Beach - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Playa Cocal - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Playa Pleito - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Playa Ostional - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Playa Azul - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Pitahaya Beach - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Playa Cementerio - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Playa Coco - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Playa Manzanillo - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi
Playa Lagarto - 16.3 km / 10.1 mi
Playa Pelada - 16.5 km / 10.2 mi
Frog Pad - 17.1 km / 10.6 mi
Guiones Beach - 17.4 km / 10.8 mi
Safari Surf School - 19.2 km / 11.9 mi
Nosara Spanish Institute - 20.1 km / 12.5 mi

The nearest airports are:
Nosara (NOB) - 15 km / 9.3 mi
Tamarindo (TNO) - 50.7 km / 31.5 mi
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 98.4 km / 61.2 mi

Facilities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Planning an event in Cuajiniquil? This hotel has facilities measuring 700 square feet (65 square meters), including a conference center. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining
Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. To-go breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned guestrooms. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.

All facilities in Buddha Retreat Hotel

Swimming Pool

Functional Hall

Common Space

Accommodation Services

Exterior

Things to Do

Outdoor pool
Garden
Pool sun loungers

Food and Drinks

Breakfast
Snack bar

Connectivity

Free WiFi

General

Banquet
Smoking area
Parking
Terrace

Accessibilty

Accessible parking
Accessible bathroom

Public Facilities

Safety deposit box
Coffee shop

Hotel Services

Luggage storage
24-hour Receptionist

Business Facilities

Conference center
Business facilities
Conference rooms

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Buddha Retreat Hotel

General Check-in Instructions

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

, To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

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General Information

Popular Facilities	Restaurant, Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 13:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability	Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Buddha Retreat Hotel	9
Another facilities in Buddha Retreat Hotel	Outdoor pool, Garden, Pool sun loungers, Breakfast, Snack bar

Frequently asked question in Buddha Retreat Hotel

What are available facilities at Buddha Retreat Hotel?

There are top facilites at Buddha Retreat Hotel such as Restaurant, Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Buddha Retreat Hotel?

The standard check-in time at Buddha Retreat Hotel is starting from From 13:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00

Does Buddha Retreat Hotel provide breakfast?

Yes, Buddha Retreat 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 rating of Buddha Retreat Hotel?

Buddha Retreat Hotel is a 2.5-star hotel.

How many rooms are available at Buddha Retreat Hotel?

Buddha Retreat Hotel has 9 rooms in total.

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7.0

Pleasant

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7.6

Room Comfort

7.0

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8.0

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Shawn

8.0

/10

Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff were lovely and inviting. Room was clean and comfortable. This hotel and restaurant combination is safe, friendly, comfortable, and relaxing. Beautiful beach is very close walk.

Robert

10.0

/10

Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nice place away from the crazys, rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly, English was a little difficult but doable.

Angelina

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 144 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great Place to stay near the beach! Tasty food and good service! Definitely will be back!

Jorge

Leisure Family

4.0

/10

Reviewed 183 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Truly an experience not to repeat. I consider that it was not a real hotel, because there was no real reception, only a person in charge of giving you the keys and from there, you never have contact with anyone responsible again. The condition of the room is far from what is seen in the photos. - I booked a king bed room and got a regular double. - The a/c didn't cool enough, it made a lot of noise, as did the ceiling fan. - There were constant water and electricity cuts, even one of almost 3 hours that made us spend a terrible night. - The pool had a regulation of use until 10:00 p.m., however at midnight there were people in it who even played music with a very high volume and you could not sleep. In short, much to improve for this supposed hotel.

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Leisure with Children

6.0

/10

Reviewed 378 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Not quite there yet. Pros: beautiful modern quiet room JoseLyn is nice, smiling and helpful. Great communication Cons: We were charged once we had book through Expedia. Turned out out that it came up double the price. Says it’s on the beach, know that it is about a 5 minute walk. The hotel is in town. Wiffs of dumpster or garbage near wall in pool area... No big deal. I had to clean the pool twice, filter was off most of the time we were there. We had an awkward experience checking in -like we were unexpected. We concluded that San Juanillo is a developing town. The Buddha is trying to bring it upwards, but is charging you as if it were already there. Don’t get me wrong the room is great, but the whole experience is not worth the steep price. Included breakfast is a joke (1 or 2 toasts and 2 eggs) compared to what is offered everywhere in Costa Rica (fruits, eggs, rice beans, plantain...) You want a handful of beans? $4 extra! We ended up eating at Soda Las Brisas del Mar. Great food, Tico owned and great prices.

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Leisure with Children

6.0

/10

Reviewed 391 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Pros: location, restaurant on site, staff support, A/c, wireless, pool Cons: breakfast is included but is just one every day, rooms need more bed options for families

Verified traveler

8.0

/10

Reviewed 435 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel was nice , rooms clean , area very well manicured with a pool . Has an attached restaurant and the food was very good , even vegan selection. 1 block from the beach . Was a pleasent stay

Mike

8.0

/10

Reviewed 458 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We booked our trip to Costa Rica at the last minute and this was the only hotel with rooms available on the entire west coast. With no previous reviews, we were a bit concerned, but very pleasantly surprised! Hotel Buddha has been open for less than two months and is located in the delightful village of San Juanillo. The staff are very friendly, the rooms clean and comfortable (with both overhead fans and air conditioning), the pool inviting, and the restaurant quite reasonable with superb food. A beautiful beach is just a short walk away and appears to be very popular with local Costa Ricans. You can hire horses for riding on the beach, go fishing, or swim and snorkel. It is clearly off the beaten path with few tourists around. We stayed two nights, including New Year's Eve, and were treated to hometown fireworks. It is a dirt road most of the way down Route 160 with several streams to cross. A 4WD car is a must. The Ostional National Wildlife Refuge is 20 minutes south and well worth a nighttime visit! We saw 20-25 turtles laying eggs on the beach during a two hour walk. The guide's office in Ostional is clearly marked. Arrive around 6 PM to reserve a spot for the 8:30 PM walk ($10 per person). If you want elegant hotels, shops, and restaurants, head to Nosara, 45 minutes down the coast on Route 160 (this is the closest gas station by the way). Hotel Buddha is perfect if you want a true Costa Rican experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.

Mercedes

Leisure Family

10.0

/10

Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff muy amable. Limpio. Habitacion comoda. Baño Amplio. Parqueo Amplio. Comida deliciosa.

patricia

Leisure with Partner

8.0

/10

Reviewed 189 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hôtel très mignon où nous avons passés qu’une nuit. La chambre était confortable et la douche chaude. Nous avions accès à la piscine et il y avait un parking sécurisé aussi. La plage est à côté dans une petite baie où l’on peut admirer les petits poissons et se baigner tranquillement loin des surfeurs.

Albert

with Friends

2.0

/10

Reviewed 354 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We arrived to the hotel to find that the owner had received a booking just for two people. I politely clarified that if that was the case, we would happily honour extra beds, but I would first check with hotels.com. The owner claimed he didn't work with hotels.com, showed very little empathy to figure out the issue while he clarified he was from California, and had traveled the world a lot, knew a lot about how the world works. I'm still trying to figure out why he thought this was relevant to me. He first attempted to charge us for the extra beds (+15% cost). After I proved him that our booking included free extra beds and breakfast, he literally told us to leave the hotel and figure out how to get a refund. He reacted emotionally claiming we had been disrespectful to him. While we were looking for a new hotel on 30/12 lunch time in the area, he decided to provide one extra bed (not two, as our booking made him). Again, claimed that he didn't work with Hotels.com, ONLY expedia, which is not true as I've seen his hotel in multiple platforms. This was a clear attempt to not honor his commitment. After this, everything else was trouble. Thousands of mosquitoes in our room, we ask for help: and he clarifies we are in the jungle. Thanks for the info. 5 cars parked behind ours and we couldn't move the car on time: he asks us to pay the dinner bill before he moves the cars. A real crook. Good luck building up a business, Californian expert.

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