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    The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

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    #21 of 23 Hotels in Nosara
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    Playa Guiones, Nosara 50206, Costa Rica
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    2 days ago
    “Perfect hospitality”
    2 days ago
    “Comfortable and luxurious”
    Free Wifi
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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Perfect hospitality

    The hotel is beautifuly designed, every little detail got attention. It located perfectly next to the beach and in the village. The lady at the front desk (unfortunately can't remember the name! ) has done everything to make our visit unforgettable - helping with every...More

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    Response from Donovan G, Manager at The Gilded Iguana Surf HotelResponded yesterday

    Thank you very much for your comments. We will make sure Loren at front desk knows and we will be looking forward to welcome you again at the Gilded Iguana surf hotel.

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Comfortable and luxurious

    The room and grounds were amazing and beautiful. I stayed for two nights and my only disappointment was that I didn't spend more time there. The restaurant was very nice, but I think the price of food was completely out of line. Unless the pricing...More

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    Response from Donovan G, Manager at The Gilded Iguana Surf HotelResponded yesterday

    We are happy to receive your review and thank you for your input. We will definitely review our restaurant pricing often and will adjust to find a balance between the market and the quality of our offer. We really hope to see you soon in...More

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Almost...

    Fancy feeling, but in the functional details problematic. Rooms were not able to get dark at night due to architectural glass and lighting issues from the outside. Surfboards didn't fit in the board locker. No place to deal with wet sandy beach stuff. Privacy screen...More

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    Response from Donovan G, Manager at The Gilded Iguana Surf HotelResponded yesterday

    Hello and thank you for your comments. We are taking them very serious and will immediately address them in order to correct and offer our clients a high level of quality and service. We have already implemented a place to rinse the sand and we...More

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Gorgeous and Welcoming!

    Literally, just got back from Costa Rica this morning. We had an amazing stay at TGI. Staff was very friendly, helpful, and extremely accommodating. Location was great, easy walk to the beach and other eateries. Our room that we initially booked had some maintenance issues...More

    Thank bridgetc578
    Response from Donovan G, Manager at The Gilded Iguana Surf HotelResponded yesterday

    Thank you for your review and comments about our staff and facilities. We are speeding up the setup of all services and next time you visit us you will be able to enjoy of all what we have to offer. SPA is already operating and...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Wonderful new place on a tripple A location

    Great place, modern and new. Pool area is well set up. Pool bar was not open, which was surprising, especially in the evening, when one expects drinks around the pool. Breakfast was a little greedy, with only two options complimentairy.More

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    Response from Speedtraveler, Manager at The Gilded Iguana Surf HotelResponded 6 days ago

    We appreciate your review and thank you for helping us to improve. Please accept my most sincere apology for not fulfilling your expectation. We have already reviewed our breakfast options and I am happy to inform your that our new breakfast options are: American Style...More

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    Beachfront
    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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    Free Parking
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    Business Centre with Internet Access
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    US$ 135 - US$ 309 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #5 Family Hotel in Nosara
    #7 Romantic Hotel in Nosara
    #17 On the Beach Hotel in Nosara
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    Non-Smoking Rooms, Suites, Accessible rooms
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    US$ 135 - US$ 309 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #7 Romantic Hotel in Nosara
    #17 On the Beach Hotel in Nosara
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    wendy1218purple
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    Response from jgross123 | Property representative |
    Probably feb 1 2018.
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    riva9129
    11 January 2017|
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    Response from jgross123 | Property representative |
    Hotel feb 1 2018. Restaurant possibly earlier.
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    "get one that is downstairs, and not around the pool..."
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    "the surfer rooms are rather small."
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