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Playa Negra Guesthouse

100 metre north of the football field, | Playa Negra, Cahuita Apartado 27-70403, Costa Rica
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Ranked #1 of 16 Cahuita B&B and Inns
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
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    5 of 5 stars
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

My girlfriend and I arrived much later than we had planned, a bit harried after several hours on the road from San Jose in a monsoon. Michel was there to greet us and show us to our room, telling us to relax and that we'd deal with paperwork in the morning. Michel is the real deal--consummate host and full of... More

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NH
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We just got back from Cahuita, and are still dreaming about this guesthouse and wondering how soon we can go back. We were a family of four, with boys ages 4 and 6. We stayed in the blue cottage and it was heavenly! The grounds are immaculate, and the pool is divine. The property isn't that big, but you feel... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Playa Negra Guesthouse is that rare place where everything is just right. We stayed in the Blue Cottage following a recommendation from another family traveling with kids and we were thrilled with our choice. Michel is a caring, attentive host and the type of person who makes you smile. It's no wonder he designed the place with a loving hand... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Thank you so much to Michelle, proprietor, for a great experience on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. This is a place you will not want to miss. The rooms are very tastefully appointed, secure and comfortable. The cabins are beautifully designed in the colonial style. What we loved best, however, was the well-maintained garden, which also has a lovely... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

What a wonderful stay I just had at Playa Negra. It offers exactly what it advertises and more. The grounds are beautiful, immaculate. The location is great - private but within a 10 minute walk of downtown and the national park. There are two restaurants next door that are great options if you are tired and don{t want to go... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Playa Negra Guesthouse was our base for a recent 9 days vacation at the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Our hosts - Michel and Greg - established a lovely quiet immaculately kept haven, just a few steps from the Playa Negra (the black beach) and in walking distance from the town of Cahuita. Their personal touch toward each and every... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

So, I was thrilled about coming here after we were at Tortuga Lodge in Tortuguero National Park (a real 5-star experience), especially since it turned out to be a 5 hour trip down to Cahuita. After all, have you ever seen SUCH GOOD REVIEWS on trip advisor? This place must be heaven so we thought. Then reality hit: - Our... More

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campbegs, Owner at Playa Negra Guesthouse, responded to this review
28 March 2013

Thank you for your review. I’m sorry that PNG did not meet your expectations. Now, let me briefly try to address each of your concerns. You arrived at sunset, half an hour before dark. This may explain why you felt that your room was dark. Since you did not come to see us the next day or mention anything about... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

The Playa Negra Guesthouse is absolutely immaculate. We stayed four nights in the Yellow Cottage, which is extremely nice (including the kitchen and bathroom!). The porch is an excellent place to hang out, and the fantastic beach is right across the (unpaved) road. This corner of the Caribbean Coast is very nice, the food is excellent, and the people are... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

We arrived after a 10 hour drive from the Pacific side. Marise met us and she was amazingly friendly and helpful. We stayed one night in a room and then had the green cottage for our last two nights. The room was huge and had it's own patio. The cottage was wonderful, big with a stove and full size fridge.... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Lovely place and highly recommended, but if you are scared of dogs, I´d go somewhere else (like next door, El Encanto). Three German shepard dogs were a bit too much for our taste. That said, it´s a beautiful and relaxing place, with a very friendly and helpful atmosphere.

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campbegs, Owner at Playa Negra Guesthouse, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Thank you for your review. We are pleased that you enjoyed the guesthouse and had a relaxing time. When our dog Dolly had puppies we couldn’t resist keeping one but pups grow up and yes, three German Shepards is a lot of dogs. We would like to make it clear to our future guests that the dogs are very friendly.... More

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Additional Information about Playa Negra Guesthouse

Also Known As:
Playa Negra Guesthouse Hotel Cahuita
Playa Negra Guesthouse Hotel
Address: 100 metre north of the football field, | Playa Negra, Cahuita Apartado 27-70403, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Limon > Cahuita
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 16 B&Bs / Inns in Cahuita
Price Range: £
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Playa Negra Guesthouse is a small seaside hotel located at Playa Negra, on the southern Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, one kilometre north of the centre of the town of Cahuita. Opened in December 2008, the hotel offers upper scale accommodation consisting of two lovely, fully equipped Caribbean style cottages, three tastefully decorated guest rooms, swimming pool and pool house. The cottages and rooms overlook lush, carefully maintained gardens. ... more   less 

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