Hotel El Velero
499 reviews
#5 of 13 Hotels in Playa Hermosa
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#1 On the Beach, Playa Hermosa Costa Rica
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#5 of 13 hotels in Playa Hermosa
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2020 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best
Welcome to Hotel El Velero, a mediterranean-style, boutique beach hotel just paces from the Pacific blue waters of Costa Rica's pristine Playa Hermosa. Hear the waves crash and breathe the clean, salty air as you relax in our seaside tropical gardens.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Bar / lounge
Beach
Diving
Massage
Currency exchange
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Hiking
Snorkeling
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Non-smoking hotel
Sun terrace
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Safe
Seating area
Telephone
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Hair dryer
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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English, Spanish
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63Somewhat walkable
Grade: 63 out of 100
17Restaurantswithin 1 km
2Attractionswithin 1 km
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This is one of our favorite places to stay in Costa Rica. The hotel and its restaurant are right on the beach, though well shaded; and the staff always friendly and most helpful. It's lovely to wake up to the sounds of birds in the nearby trees, sit on the 2nd floor veranda, and/or go down to the airy restaurant for coffee and breakfast. Definitely a place to unwind in complete comfort. The water is only yards away, and the hotel offers the use of their beach chairs. When you get tired of swimming and/or beach walking or otherwise need a refreshment, they're right there. The hotel even arranged for a taxi to meet us at the LIR airport after our 10pm arrival there. This was our 4th time staying at this fine place and I hope we'll have many more opportunities.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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We aren't chain hotel or resort people as we want to get to know the real people of the areas new to us. El Velero was just great. We found all of the staff to be friendly and personable. They were always attentive and Luis was particularly helpful even if we never did get on a catamaran. The food was great--we were there to enjoy both BBQ and Taco nights. The hotel though older was clean and comfortable. The area outside had a nice, clean pool as well as plenty of seating. We enjoyed most of our time sitting there watching the ocean, the boats, the people going by, the sight and noises of the various "wild" life. A clear indication that they served amazing food for a good price was shown by the people not staying at the hotel who, while walking the beach, would stop…
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Gabby at the reception desk was so helpful and her English was great. There were (2) waiters, both named Luis. Excellent service and food was awesome. Rooms are practical and comfortable. Well worth the affordable price.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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The food is very good and reasonably priced. The wait staff is friendly, courteous, and efficient. The location and view are unbeatable. Great for any meal. It is right on the beach. I have been going there for 15 years and never been disappointed.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Super cheap for right up against the beach. Restaurant on premise with amazing staff and good Costa Rican food. Great air conditioning and decent WiFi. Clean hotel rooms considering you’re right next to the beach. Loved staying here and would for sure stay again!
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Date of stay: August 2019
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PRICE RANGE
US$91 - US$124 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
el velero hotel, el velero playa hermosa
LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of GuanacastePlaya Hermosa
NUMBER OF ROOMS
22
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