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Sunset Shack Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel with free breakfast

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Deluxe Room | Balcony
Reception
Outdoor pool
Deluxe Room | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Playa Guiones, Nosara, Guanacaste, 50206
  • Nosara Beach
  • Guiones Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Playa Pelada
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | 8 bedrooms, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Room | 8 bedrooms, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Nosara

Close to airport.Within a 5-minute walk of this Nosara hotel, you'll find Nosara Beach and Guiones Beach. Nosara Spanish Institute and Garza Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Guiones Beach - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Nosara Spanish Institute - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Safari Surf School - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Frog Pad - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Playa Pelada - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Howler’s Beach Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant and Bar at The Gilded Iguana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Luna - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dog Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café de Paris - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sunset Shack Hotel

3-star spa hotel with free breakfast
Sunset Shack Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Sunset Shack Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Nosara hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sunset Shack Hotel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Nosara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Healing Centre. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunset Shack Hotel to the airport?

Sunset Shack Hotel is 6.1 mi (19-min drive) away from the Nosara (NOB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Shack Hotel?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Shack Hotel on Jun 11, 2025 start from $160.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sunset Shack Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sunset Shack Hotel.

How close is Sunset Shack Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Nosara Beach and 5-minute walk from Guiones Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunset Shack Hotel offer free breakfast?

Sunset Shack Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Sunset Shack Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sunset Shack Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Sunset Shack Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sunset Shack Hotel have a pool?

Sunset Shack Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Sunset Shack Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sunset Shack Hotel have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Sunset Shack Hotel to downtown Nosara?

Sunset Shack Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Playa Guiones.

Sunset Shack Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 94 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although on the main street, it is tucked away with a lot of space and very comfortable. A five minute walk to the beach. One can explore the area completely on foot. I especially appreciated that Tica massage was 30 seconds from my front door! I loved that there were two doors in the room, which allowed a crossbreeze, lots of light and a sweet little patio to sit and read.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot. Only thing id recommend is more exterior night lighting and anti-slip mats / handrails in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet, lots of monkeys, close to harmony, farmers market and beach. Comfortable lines, nice mini bar with cold drinks daily in the room. Tico massage right across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property and the staff. Really well thought out and great attention to detail. Very comfortable and easy. Lovely pool and great restaurant. Well located and nice to also pop across to Harmony"s juice bar and to sit under their palapas for a change in scenery. Will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great stay

Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

We loved staying at the Sunset Shack!!

The Sunset Shack is the perfect place to stay for a surf trip in Nosara! It is quiet and chill compared to other places in the area, and it's a short walk down to the beach. Our room was very comfortable and a perfect size for our family. The staff is so friendly and attentive, and the food at Al Chile is fresh, delicious and nourishing. And reasonably priced. We so enjoyed our daily breakfasts and lunches. We also appreciate that the road is paved by the Sunset Shack as it keeps the dust down as compared to other places in the area. We loved relaxing by the pool and drinking fresh juice in between our surf sessions. Definitely make dinner reservations for every evening of your stay during busy times. We enjoyed multiple dinners at Al Chile, the Harmony Hotel, La Luna and the Guilded Iguana.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Laid back atmosphere, nice room with a mini kitchen, very comfortable beds, lovely pool, so close to the beach- wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love my stay there The rooms are beautiful and the staff is super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina

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

Great location!

Rooms were clean, coffee & pour over for daily use, small kitchen sink & utensils if needed. the onsite restaurant had great food for all meals, great drinks, very friendly staff, highly recommend this place. LIked that it’s not a big touristy hotel & is down to earth where you get a feel for the local culture.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

Pura Vida paradise

Fantastic spot to eat sleep surf yoga…. Fantastic staff & great breakfast included. I will be back for sure! I have fallen in love once again w Costa Rica- the place the beach the people the plants the critters- the food pura Vida all the way
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

Nice little hotel. Excellent location

Great location close to the beach. A little quieter there vs right next to all the busiest restaurants. Issue with the AC one night but it was fixed promptly. Kids liked the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Very nice and friendly place

It is a lovely place. The staff at the reception and team at the restaurant are super friendly and make the stay very nice. Daily cleaning and huge size nice breakfasts! Every room has a kitchenette with a coffee maker which is nice. One thing that was a bit of wobble for me is that I stayed in room N1. Everyone was passing by. So you have to keep your windows always closed with curtains and it was dark and at times a bit nosy. It is not a cheap place but then Nosara is generally very expensive and comparing to other hotels it ended up been a reasonable deal. And the place is close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOCATION IS PHENOMENAL. Sunset Shack is the little sibling to Harmony Hotel across the street. My room was well tended to and breakfast is included at El Chile (nice surprise). Room and property were very clean, I did however find 2 large ants, and multiple little legged worms in my room over my stay which were easy enough to get in a cup and throw outside - not unexpected being in Costa Rica/Jungle territory. What I didn't know until my last day was that you can charge food from Harmony Hotel over to your room at Sunset Shack if you go over the the juice bar or restaurant so that's a handy hack if you don't want to be carrying your card around! Would definitely stay there again, perfect spot if you want to be close to Guiones/Surf (which was my intention)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Javier F

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

Amazing experience

Amazing room, the staff was so friendly, the beach is so beautiful, definitely we are going to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Upscale boutique hotel that oozes charm!

Killer location, walk to beach or shops...Attentive onsite personnel, restaurant adjacent with great food/drink options and monkeys in the trees!!! Great surf and people. It was perfect. Worth every penny...Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021