Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Garden Suite | View from room
Spa
Reception
Ocean Front Suite King

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Playa Hermosa, Sardinal, Guanacaste, 1000
  • Playa Hermosa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Rocio's Kitchen
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Suite Opome

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite Nyuri

  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Ocean Front Suite Family

  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Garden Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Tropical Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Front Suite King

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Playa Hermosa

When you stay at Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa in Sardinal, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Playa Hermosa and a 3-minute drive from Rocio's Kitchen. .This beach hotel is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Coco Beach and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Ocotal Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Panamá Beach - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 12 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Coco Beach - 19 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Ocotal Beach - 24 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zi Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Capricho Mexican Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Guayoyo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪AquaSport - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Ocean view with outdoor pool, near Playa Hermosa
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. 29-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Sardinal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.
Grab a bite to eat at Niromi, a beachfront restaurant which features a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Niromi - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Nya Lounge Bar - This beachfront bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour drop-off airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Niromi
  • Nya Lounge Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Reception hall
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers

Spa

  • Massages

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 29-inch LCD TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea filters (reusable)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 6)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bosque del Mar
Bosque del Mar Playa Hermosa
Hotel Bosque del Mar
Hotel Bosque del Mar Playa Hermosa
Hotel Playa Hermosa
Hotel Bosque Mar Playa Hermosa
Hotel Bosque Mar
Bosque Mar Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 777 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 777 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 777 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 777 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 777 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Advance

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodations, friendly and helpful staff. We enjoyed the spa services, too. Great location! We were able to get to many places in about an hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Clarinda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Neither Expedia nor this hotel treated me fairly. After being stranded in country because the runway at Liberia was inadequate for my exiting plane to land, Expedia and this hotel refused to refund the rate for the room 5 hours after I booked, when I learned that the only way to get home was to drive 5 hours the day of rental to catch a different flight. Thanks for nothing Expedia and Bosque del Mar.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance, Milford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely come back here again . We had ocean view which was amazing and peaceful . Staff was amazing . Booked tours for us and gave great recommendations. Everyone always happy ;) I feel it was one of the best locations to stay at . We journeyed north and south for things to do so it felt perfectly located
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

James Douglas

We never stayed at the property as we were forced to cancel, as our incoming flight was cancelled due to runway problems at the Liberia Airport. Considering the circumstances, and the fact we cancelled as soon as the airport problems were known, we had expected the hotel to give us at least a partial refund. After all, their policy calls for the possibility of some discretion. Unfortunately, the hotel has stonewalled giving any refund for our booked seven day stay. We consider their position to be unreasonable.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

DANIELA

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I checked in around 5:30 pm, and from the start, the experience was terrible. We entered a room with what looked like blood stains, hair on the floor, and dirty bed sheets that made us worry about bed bugs. It was nighttime, we felt unsafe, and it seemed like we were the only guests. When I politely addressed these concerns with the front desk, they “cleaned” the room, but the mess remained. No alternative or apology was offered—just a wait. After spotting what looked like potential bed bugs, I immediately contacted Expedia to cancel, but the hotel refused to release the payment until the next day. The front desk assured me I could choose to leave the following morning and receive a refund. Trusting them, we spent the night (since it was already dark) and eventually settled in a cleaner room. The next morning, we left at 7 am, and the front desk confirmed my card for the refund. However, days later, I called Expedia and they informed me the hotel refused the refund, and no one from the hotel had reached out, nor from Expedia. When I called the hotel directly, they were unhelpful and simply directed me to email their info account. In the end, I had to involve my credit card company to dispute the charge. Horrible experience, absolutely would not recommend this place. We ended up at The Mangroove hotel nearby for the same price and had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kendra Suzanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff specifically the restaura n t staff
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The location was excellent. Our only gripe is that ground floor bedroom as soon as it got dark we had to close all the curtains because anybody walking by could look in. The living area had a big glass window next to the front door with no shade. Expensive restaurant. Could not ask for a better location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Treehouse vibes
Beautiful treehouse vibe. Amazing dinner and friendly staff! Can't forget the beautiful beach right out front!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional and kind staff, the accommodations were very comfortable and the access to the beach made for a peaceful and genuine experience. There was a little bit of complication with the billing but the staff was very accommodating and considerate. I would highly recommend this Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Let me start by saying that the service was wonderful. Hotel is exceptional. Would’ve loved to stay my entire time at Costa Rica at this cozy private beach hotel if I come back, definitely will be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marcie Lynn

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachfront, spacious, modern room design, bathtub, perfect for sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed just one night before flying out of Liberia. Feels like a treehouse in the rainforest but directly beachfront on lovely Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste. Our beachfront room was clean, spacious and comfortable with refrigerator, coffee maker, indoor shower and private outdoor bath. Family of howler monkeys in the trees over the pool area were cool to see. Did not eat at the restaurant except for take out American style breakfast. Many restaurants a quick walk down the beach. Definitely would stay here again, especially for the beach and a quick ride to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tammi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room and view were beautiful. Property is nestled between residential homes. Beach is very nice, but not too clean. Lovely sunsets and food/drinks were fabulous. Every meal is served in an open air restaurant. Front desk was very helpful with everything. Hotel staff was always available to offer whatever you needed. Tip: Use Uber because hotel transportation is overpriced.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norris

Liked: Amenities
We stayed for a couple nights in a beach front suite. The views were spectacular. The staff is very friendly. Pura Vida!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Coolige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. It's right on the beach with the rain forest all around you. Every morning, we enjoyed walks along the beach and picked up brunch or lunch from restaurants along the beach. Very peaceful and family friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Valerie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that the bedroom and bathroom is spacious, feels like you are close to nature, downside is the restaurant is too pricy and that it’s not convenient to go to other restaurants or eatery.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Meals at the restaurant were pricey and small portions. Did appreciate happy hour
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024