Hotel La Gaviota Tropical
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Why people book this hotel
“Huge portions and kids can play on the beach when they are done sitting, which m…”
“Great location and great staff”
“The rooftop pool is not large but it is absolutely beautiful panoramic views”
“Rooftop pool was nice but small and there was no hottub”
“Breakfast is included and delicious”
“Roberto's restaurant was great, and we enjoyed lunch and breakfast there”
“Our room didn't have a view of the water but was very quiet as I requested as we…”
“Our room was comfortable and clean, and had a balcony with view of ocean”
“The room was a wonderful surprise … very spacious and beautifully appointed spot…”
“The room was large and clean, liked private balcony”
“All the staff were pleasant, polite and helpful”
“The staff were friendly and helpful”
Overview
Hotel La Gaviota Tropical has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Playa Hermosa. The property is situated a few steps from Hermosa Beach, 2.8 km from Playa Panama and 32 km from Marina Papagayo. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel the rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Hotel La Gaviota Tropical provides some units with mountain views, and the rooms come with a balcony. All rooms have a wardrobe. Edgardo Baltodano Stadium is 34 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 18 km from Hotel La Gaviota Tropical.
Traveller reviews
Erin
family_with_children
January 20, 2026
“The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and Roberto's food was delicious.”
Breakfast is included and delicious . Huge portions and kids can play on the beach when they are done sitting, which makes for a relaxing atmosphere. The rooftop pool is not large but it is absolutely beautiful panoramic views. We went during November and the beach felt nearly empty.
Julian
couple
December 18, 2025
“Whilst it could do with a refresh it is still lovely hotel.”
Great location and great staff.
Guest
family_with_children
November 16, 2025
“The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and Roberto's food was delicious.”
Breakfast is included and delicious . Huge portions and kids can play on the beach when they are done sitting, which makes for a relaxing atmosphere. The rooftop pool is not large but it is absolutely beautiful panoramic views. We went during November and the beach felt nearly empty.
Pip & Roger
couple
August 17, 2025
“Fabulous little place right on the beach at Playa Hermose”
We really enjoy this boutique hotel right on the beach at Playa Hermosa …. it exceeded our expectations. We were welcomed by a lovely, young lady at check in and also a cold drink. Our room didn't have a view of the water but was very quiet as I requested as we had a long flight hone the next day. The room was a wonderful surprise … very spacious and beautifully appointed spotlessly clean and with a large bathroom. The bed was very comfortable. All the staff were pleasant, polite and helpful. Roberto's restaurant was great, and we enjoyed lunch and breakfast there. Overall we were thrilled with our choice and would definitely stay there again. Many thanks to all the staff.
Valerie
couple
October 16, 2024
“Quiet, boutique hotel with great staff and beach side restaurant.”
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was large and clean, liked private balcony. Rooftop pool was nice but small and there was no hottub.
Luis
family_with_children
September 17, 2024
“Juste du bonheur only happiness”
Everything
Mary
couple
March 3, 2024
“Fabulous stay at La Gaviota”
Great location - right on the beach and an easy walk to restaurants, etc. Our room was comfortable and clean, and had a balcony with view of ocean. Great restaurant - Roberto's - on the premises. Food and menu selections were very good for both breakfast and dinner. One of my favorite parts of this hotel was all the varied spaces where one could sit outdoors: at the restaurant right on the beach (or up under cover out of the sun); on the upper level where there was a small pool and a great view of the sunset over the water; and at least one area on each floor with a couple of chairs/ loveseat/ coffee table. Highly recommend!
Morgen
solo_traveller
February 15, 2023
“amazing”
everything the room was so spacious and the location was right on the beach . the swimming pool is just divine with panoramic views.
marisa
extended_group
January 18, 2023
Typical mediocre CR food
Julija
family_with_children
June 28, 2022
“Not attentive manager, no hot water”
Nice breakfast with a possibility to order food from a la carte
Don
couple
May 28, 2022
“very good”
near to beach nice food
Luca
couple
August 23, 2021
“Best hotel in Guanacaste”
Me and my wife spent 2 nights in this heaven… junior suite was very confortable and full of accessories. We used the pool a lot and we felt in paradise.
Conrad
couple
April 23, 2021
“A real gem in Costa Rica!!”
Perfect location and lovely owners and staf alike!!!
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Diving, Snorkelling, Beachfront, Beach, Happy hour
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Air conditioning
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool (all year)
Parking
Parking on site, Parking, Free parking
Pool and wellness
Pool with view, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Services
Airport shuttle (additional charge), Airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, Room service
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Family Room
This air-conditioned family room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Superior Family Room
The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The family room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. This family room has a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room
This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed and 1 futon.
Junior Suite
The spacious suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. This air-conditioned suite comprises a dining area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels a seating area and a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.
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