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A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a view of a landscaped garden.

A secluded eco-lodge with multiple cabins surrounded by dense forest, offering a natural, tranquil environment.

A restaurant with wooden ceiling and tables set for dining.

An indoor dining area with a curved red counter, wooden tables, and chairs.

1. Hotel Luna Azul

2.7 km from Playa Cocal

Clint

￥7,523

￥8,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A wooden table set outdoors with glassware and decorative items, surrounded by palm trees.

A resort with a dome-roofed building surrounded by lush greenery, overlooking a beach at sunset.

A beachside resort with rows of white umbrellas and lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a sunset view.

2. Azul Hotel & Retreat

3 km from Playa Cocal

ken

￥21,394

￥24,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A wooden deck with a round table set for dining, overlooking the ocean at sunset.

A bed with a floral bedspread in a room with a window overlooking greenery.

A beach with clear blue water, waves, and a sandy shore.

A house with a wooden door and windows, surrounded by greenery and a view of the ocean.

3. TreeTops

0.4 km from Playa Cocal

Robert

￥22,258

￥25,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, rocky shoreline, and dense forest.

A covered outdoor seating area with a mural, wooden deck, and colorful chairs.

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a decorative wall piece, and a small table with a hat.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.

4. Buddha Retreat Hotel

0.7 km from Playa Cocal

Shawn

￥19,646

￥22,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A beach with people, a bicycle, and a palm tree.

A wooden bridge with a metal railing leading to a building with a blue roof.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

A reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a computer. There is a thatched roof structure and greenery around.

5. Olas Verdes Hotel

13.4 km from Playa Cocal

Carlos

￥23,125

￥26,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An aerial view of a pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A poolside area with a thatched roof structure, lounge chairs, and a water feature.

A modern bathroom with a large window, a bathtub, and a sink.

A modern interior with a large window, a black bowl on a shelf, a wooden chair, and a table with a bottle and glasses.

6. Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels

12.8 km from Playa Cocal

Jonathan

￥32,454

￥46,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

A room with two chairs, a door with a number, and a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a dark blue bedspread, two bedside lamps, a white wardrobe, and a small shelf with decorative items.

A tropical resort with a covered outdoor area, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

7. Sunset Shack Hotel

15 km from Playa Cocal

Kathryn

￥22,797

￥25,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A pathway surrounded by tropical plants and a white structure with a conical roof.

A dining table set with clear glasses, plates, and napkins, surrounded by potted plants and a large terracotta pot.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view through a sliding door, a hanging pendant light, and a potted plant.

A rooftop pool surrounded by lush tropical plants and a wooden deck.

8. Sendero Hotel

12.7 km from Playa Cocal

"This is an excellent experience. All the staff was incredibly helpful, the room was impeccable, the restaurant was delicious, and the amenities were exactly what we needed. We enjoyed the small details—sweet treats in the afternoon, watermelon water, post surf showers. Also shout out to Carlos, our surf instructor, for getting us up on boards immediately, his storytelling, and his unfettered joy."

Naomi

￥39,419

￥54,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A pathway leading to a lodge with a sign indicating it is an Ostional Turtle Lodge.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a dining table with chairs, and a window with a patterned curtain.

A triangular window with a leaf-patterned curtain, a glass table, and a bed with white bedding.

9. Ostional Turtle Lodge

6.1 km from Playa Cocal

Sheri

￥11,299

￥12,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A resort with a large pool, multiple blue-roofed structures, and a view of the ocean.

A bathroom with a view of the ocean, a wooden bench, a large ornate mirror, and a white sink.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a lamp.

A coastal view with a pagoda-style building surrounded by lush greenery and a beach.

10. Nosara Beach Hotel

11.7 km from Playa Cocal

Brandon

￥28,356

￥32,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with a thatched roof.

A building with a covered porch, white curtains, and a gravel path.

A wooden interior with a sloped ceiling, blue cushioned seating, a wooden console table with a vase of flowers, and a fire extinguisher.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a small refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

11. Living Hotel

12 km from Playa Cocal

Bruce

￥13,016

￥14,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A conference room with a long table, chairs, ceiling fans, and an air conditioning unit.

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a window with a view, and an air conditioning unit.

Two people practicing yoga on mats outdoors with greenery in the background.

A modern living space with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a painting of a turtle on the wall.

12. Solindo Stays

5.6 km from Playa Cocal

Liza

￥10,995

￥12,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A large, multi-story hotel with a swimming pool and a landscaped garden.

An indoor sports facility with a blue padded floor, metal beams, and hanging punching bags.

A glass-roofed cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

A secluded treehouse-style cabin with a glass enclosure, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear night sky.

13. Jungle's Edge: Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai & Yoga Retreats

13.8 km from Playa Cocal

John

￥10,087

￥11,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A poolside area with a covered seating area, a clear pool, and surrounding greenery.

A modern outdoor living area with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a staircase.

A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, a bar counter, stools, and a seating area with a sofa and ottomans.

A yoga studio with multiple mats and cushions, illuminated by arch-shaped lighting.

14. Silvestre Nosara, Hotel & Residences

12.6 km from Playa Cocal

"The Silvestre is a beautiful boutique hotel, perfectly located in Guiones, just across from the beach and within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and cute grocery stores. The front desk staff is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to help. The rooftop lounge, coffee bar, and pool are a great place to sit back and relax. Definitely deserving of its Michelin rating! They even give you a goodbye gift of delicious local coffee. Angel, Israel, and Paul are a joy to interact with....

Erika

￥73,439

￥82,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A person in a hot tub overlooking a lush landscape with a river and forest.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, rocky outcrops, and dense greenery.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a hanging light fixture.

An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture, a view of the ocean, and a sunset.

15. Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

10.3 km from Playa Cocal

Keith

￥33,171

￥37,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A rustic wooden structure with a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and gravel path.

A room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a small table with a statue, and a window with curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, a yellow armchair, a dining table with chairs, and artwork on the walls.

A compact, well-lit interior with a bed, a small table, and a fan.

16. Chilamate Rainforest Beach Retreat

11.3 km from Playa Cocal

"Unsure what makes this an eco retreat aside from the fact they ask you to bring your own water bottle to refill with water they provide and there is no hot water for showers. The property has a lot of potential but it felt maybe slightly neglected. There was a lot of debris on the ground, the kitchen area was really dirty and the room had rusty racks and shower curtains that allowed water to spray out all over the floor. With that said, it is the cheapest option in the area (a fantastic...

Katheryn

￥4,499

￥5,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of adjacent buildings.

A modern kitchen with a large island, black cabinetry, and a window providing natural light.

A beach with a driftwood log in the foreground and waves in the background.

A modern house with a patio, two chairs, and a large window.

17. Blue Window

17.5 km from Playa Cocal

Cristian

￥11,255

￥15,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and string lights.

A person performing a dumbbell exercise in a gym with a punching bag and exercise equipment visible.

A swimming pool with a stone waterfall feature, surrounded by a wooden fence and plants.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a sofa with cushions.

18. Nosara Hotel Playa Garza

17.2 km from Playa Cocal

Sylvain

￥13,720

￥15,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A thatched-roof house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, wooden deck, and lounge chairs.

A wooden pathway leading through a lush garden with various plants and a yellow building in the background.

19. Villas Punta India

3.2 km from Playa Cocal

Heidi

￥7,813

￥8,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a small tree.

A covered outdoor area with a tree, steps leading to a door, and a view of a garden.

A kitchen with multiple plates of food, a stove, and a refrigerator.

An outdoor covered patio area with tables and chairs, a reception desk, and ceiling fans.

20. Cabinas Arribadas

5.8 km from Playa Cocal

Richard C.

￥10,373

￥11,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Cocal

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hotel Luna Azul	9.8 Exceptional 63 reviews	View
Azul Hotel & Retreat	8.6 Excellent 477 reviews	View
TreeTops	10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews	View
Buddha Retreat Hotel	7.0 Good 20 reviews	View
Olas Verdes Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 190 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Playa Cocal

Buddha Retreat Hotel

Cuajiniquil

￥19,646

￥22,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Hotel Luna Azul

Cuajiniquil

￥7,523

￥8,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

TreeTops

Cuajiniquil

￥22,258

￥25,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and rocky outcrops.

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a decorative pillow arrangement.

A building with a yellow exterior, a black railing, and a glass door.

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

Chalet San Juanillo

Cuajiniquil

￥6,242

￥7,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Solindo Stays

Cuajiniquil

￥10,995

￥12,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

Nosara

￥33,171

￥37,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio.

A modern two-story house with a large glass front, a swimming pool, and a patio area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a balcony with chairs and a table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

Private 3bedroom Ocean View Rooftop at Marbella

Provincia de Guanacaste

￥42,744

￥58,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wicker chair with a cushioned seat and backrest, positioned outdoors with a view of greenery.

A spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, wooden chairs with red cushions, and a sign reading "LE STELLE".

A woman in a yellow dress walking by a pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background.

Astra Hotel Boutique

Nosara

￥22,330

￥25,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Top Playa Cocal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Luna Azul

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property. First night there we ate in the restaurant. We were the only people there watching the sunset over the pacific. Food was excellent. Service was stellar. We saw humming birds, tapir, tocan, and iguanas, all from the outdoor by the pool restaurant. Pool was clean and warm."

Azul Hotel & Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"A very nice place with friendly and helpful staff. The road getting there is a little rough but manageable. We were there in the low season but the place was still upkept very nicely."

TreeTops

10/10 Excellent

"Very private very secluded area . Jack and Karen are awesome. We loved hanging out and talking with them beautiful views beautiful beaches!"

Cocobolo Beach Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We very much enjoyed our stay at Cocobolo. Easy access to the water, watched the monkeys play in the trees from our deck, and it was quiet and low key. They did not have breakfast on site but there are other options close by."

Romantic Nature Escape

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location if you are looking for a peaceful and restorative getaway! Great pool and amenities "

A rustic lodge surrounded by garden, nestled in a jungle setting - double Room 1

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great little lodge, near to local, beautiful beaches. AC, hot water and pool, and full outdoor kitchen access are welcome amenities. I had some trouble finding it, but that was more operator error. Gary responded quickly to my questions when lost. Must visit playa San Juanillo for sunset, and Playas Frijolar and Coco are beautiful with a great Tiki Bar."

Ocean View 2 Bedroom Condo • 5 Min Walk to the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great host. Beautiful accommodations. "

Buddha Retreat Hotel

8/10 Good

"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. "

Spacious & Tranquil Condo Steps From the Beach! Near Marbella & San Juanillo

10/10 Excellent

"Carl was incredible. Helpful, informative, attentive"

Other attractions near Playa Cocal

A coastal landscape with rocky shores, waves crashing against the rocks, and a backdrop of green hills under a clear sky.

San Juanillo Beach

9.0/10 (195 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at San Juanillo Beach during your travels in San Juanillo?

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A beach at sunset with a calm sea, palm trees, and a distant island.

Playa Azul

7.8/10 (108 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Playa Azul might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cuajiniquil. Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A sunset over the ocean with waves crashing against rocks.

Playa Ostional

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Ostional during your trip to Ostional? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Playa Pleito

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Pleito during your trip to San Juanillo? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Pitahaya Beach

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pitahaya Beach during your travels in Marbella?

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Playa Cementerio

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Cementerio during your trip to Marbella? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Playa Coco

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Coco during your trip to Marbella? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Cocal?

Playa Cocal is located in San Juanillo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 24 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Playa Cocal?

Adjacent to Playa Cocal, Cocobolo Beach Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options close by include TreeTops and Buddha Retreat Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Playa Cocal?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Playa Cocal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Cocal, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Playa Cocal.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Playa Cocal?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Playa Cocal, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Playa Cocal?

Dip your toes in the water at San Juanillo Beach, Playa Azul, and Playa Pleito. Surround yourself with nature at Playa Ostional, Pitahaya Beach, and Playa Cementerio. Playa Pelada is also located 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Playa Cocal, and Guiones Beach is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) away.

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Our top choices for Playa Cocal hotels

1. Hotel Luna Azul

2. Azul Hotel & Retreat

3. TreeTops

4. Buddha Retreat Hotel

5. Olas Verdes Hotel

6. Esh Hotel and Spa, a Member of Design Hotels

7. Sunset Shack Hotel

8. Sendero Hotel

9. Ostional Turtle Lodge

10. Nosara Beach Hotel

11. Living Hotel

12. Solindo Stays

13. Jungle's Edge: Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai & Yoga Retreats

14. Silvestre Nosara, Hotel & Residences

15. Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

16. Chilamate Rainforest Beach Retreat

17. Blue Window

18. Nosara Hotel Playa Garza

19. Villas Punta India

20. Cabinas Arribadas

Compare popular hotels close to Playa Cocal

Hotels recommended for families near Playa Cocal

Buddha Retreat Hotel

Hotel Luna Azul

TreeTops

Chalet San Juanillo

Solindo Stays

Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge

Private 3bedroom Ocean View Rooftop at Marbella

Astra Hotel Boutique

Top Playa Cocal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Luna Azul

Azul Hotel & Retreat

TreeTops

Cocobolo Beach Boutique Hotel

Romantic Nature Escape

A rustic lodge surrounded by garden, nestled in a jungle setting - double Room 1

Ocean View 2 Bedroom Condo • 5 Min Walk to the Beach

Buddha Retreat Hotel

Spacious & Tranquil Condo Steps From the Beach! Near Marbella & San Juanillo

Other attractions near Playa Cocal

San Juanillo Beach

Playa Azul

Playa Ostional

Playa Pleito

Pitahaya Beach

Playa Cementerio

Playa Coco

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