I stayed a few years back and I could barely recognize the hotel and restaurant with the renovations that they made in 08-09. The only thing that remains are the trees and the pool. This place is a steal for the price. Right on the beach. The pool is great for the little ones. Lots of iguanas. more

We stayed at the Bosque del Mar for 9 nights. I had stayed their several times in the past. This was my fiance's first visit. The newly constructed suites are fabulous. We had a ocean view suite with a jacuzzi on the deck. the room was exceptional. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel... more

Our daughter’s wedding at this lovely, completely remodeled hotel on an absolutely beautiful beach was simply perfect. The entire staff went far beyond the call of duty to attend to every detail. The prices were fair and reasonable and compared to an equal setting in the states, unbelievably good: even when factoring in the cost of the air fare. When... more

When my husband and I stayed at Hotel Playa Hermosa Bosque del Mar some twenty-odd years ago, the rooms were simple cabinas at the south end of the most Costa Rican of beaches. But Bosque del Mar means Forest of the Ocean, and that is what attracted us. The cabinas were backed by a grove of huge old trees frequented... more

Had been one of the most awesome places I had ever visited more

We stayed at the Hotel Playa Hermosa at the end of our vacation and were very pleased with the quality and service at a reasonable price. The hotel is owned by an US expatriatewho has lived in Costa Rica for the past 40 years. A nice guy -- clearly with a foot in both cultures. The hotel is new --... more

We spent three days mid-week after a few up near Monteverde. This newly-renovated hotel is beautifully laid out, with two floors of mini-suites overlooking the pool, and a wing of larger rooms on the beach. We had one of the new rooms, with two queen beds, a sitting area with a fridge, a balcony (quite usable, but cozy because it's... more

Bosque del Mar is simply spectacular! Remodeled with great taste, nestled in the jungle by the beach, just yards away from the ocean and "civilization". Great food, best "2 pepper" tender loin I´ve had in years!. My wife and I loved the trees around the pool and rooms. Definitely going back for a romantic trip, this time just the 2... more

We were pleasantly surprised upon arrival. We were greeted with fresh fruit juice and a refreshing, pleasantly scented towelette. The renovations are finished here except for the penthouse suite and a meeting room. The Costa Rican fine woods and fine stone used throughout the hotel is breathtaking. We had an ocean front jacuzzi suite and it was very roomy. There... more