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Nandel Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Travelers enjoy local cuisine for breakfast at this resort with a private beach, where they can try water sports or relax in complimentary beach cabanas

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Nandel Beach Resort offers paradise with a private beach and daily manager's reception. Guests can enjoy drinks at the poolside bar or get active with snorkeling, kayaking, and rowing. The experience is rounded out with local breakfast flavors and an arcade room for entertainment.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Traditional Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in La Cruz, Nandel Beach Resort is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Guanacaste, La Cruz, Playa Jobo

What's nearby

  • Playa Coyotera - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa Bolaños - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa Rajada - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Playa Coco - 8 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Indio Desnudo Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪el caracol - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bolaños - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Revive - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Patio - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Nandel Beach Resort

Family-friendly hotel near the bay
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception at Nandel Beach Resort. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, free beach cabanas, and sun loungers. The on-site restaurant, Eagle Ray, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking, rowing/canoeing, and snorkeling. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Water sports equipment, coworking spaces, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Select Comfort beds
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and highchairs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 washroom
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 33 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Nandel Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Nandel Beach Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 33 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nandel Beach Resort?

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

What time is check-out at Nandel Beach Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Nandel Beach Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this La Cruz hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Coyotera, Playa Bolaños, and Playa Jobo. Playa Rajada and Playa Coco are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Nandel Beach Resort Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 186 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and very nice staff and good breakfast. Room didn’t have a fridge or mechanism to make coffee but other than that good stay in a quiet area and seems to be where locals vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we’ve stayed at this lovely hotel. It is extremely family friendly. The levels in the pool are great for playing games: the swim bar is fun: the excellent appetizer platter was enough to feed a huge group and was tasty. The rooms are spacious and the beds are comfortable. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEEVE

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

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

8/10 Good

Alejandro

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

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire property was great and the staff was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

The place is clean and safe, people who work there is so kind
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 5 nights at Nandel Beach Resort and it was a truly marvelous experience in a little spot of paradise that we would highly recommend! The staff was really kind and competent and always there if we had an issue of any kind! Special mention to Alexander at the restaurant that offered us a wonderful service during our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was amazing, the staff were super kind, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Greg

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

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, we only missed a refrigerator, breakfast was okay. Not the most beautiful beach in Costa Rica and we were in the windy season. And it was very, very windy. Other beaches w/o wind you can reach by car in 10 minutes. Restaurants are also close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

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

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

8/10 Good

CALEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice family spot and food was great. Beach needed more care to entice people.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beutiful place!

Absolutly tranquil place, the workers are very friendly, and its a hidden gem thats near the border of nicaragua. Bluest waters ive ever seen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at Nandel was wonderful. A great place for wind sports and a pool for the kids. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a awesome time spent in this Hotel, located in a beautiful area. Property needs a few improvements as a new painting, the rest was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Allison

The staff was super nice and the room was very clean. We were the only people staying at the resort for the first two nights. There was a leak in our roof as well, but the price was amazing.. breakfast included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area of Guanacaste is beautifully wild and this is a comfortable place to enjoy it. It is fun to watch the kite surfers on the beach and the whole place feels clean, safe and family friendly. I wish the room had a couch or table and a microwave or stove. I really loved how we were in the Costa Rica wilderness yet enjoying a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed a night here before shifting to Dreams Las Mareyas, the site of the wedding event we attended. We hoped to have a nice comfortable night for significantly less cost and we were pleasantly surprised. Our room was neat and clean, the bed was comfortable with decent pillows and the air condition blew nice and cold. Dinner at the restaurant was good. I had an excellent steak. Beach was quiet and pleasant. We also enjoyed seeing the wild cows that roamed on the premises.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Really worth the price

We really liked our night at the hotel. We were staying during rain season and the roof of our room started to leak. I contacted the front desk via WhatsApp and they immediately moved us to another room with no issue. It is worth the price, and it was really clean. The restaurant was really good, much more than what we were expecting. Local traditional food, not extraordinary but very tasty and pleasant. It was perfect for a short stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was incredible! Amazing! So delicious and fresh!! Staff was beyond incredible with great service. Only downfall was we didn’t have hot water — they tried to fix it, we thought it was working but when we took a shower it was cold. We were only there for 2 nights and didn’t realize the fix they did still didn’t work until almost bedtime the night before we left, no big deal. We would totally go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024