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Hotel Bahia del Sol

2 Km Norte del Cruce de Flamingo, Playa Potrero 50304 Costa Rica
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#1 of 8 hotels in Playa Potrero
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Bahia del Sol is located in Potrero Beach, a beautiful beach of warm tranquil waters on the Pacific Coast of Guanacaste. The Hotel offers the guests the quality of a Beach Hotel with all the comforts, including Pool, Jacuzzi, and a Spa, framed in an impressive setting that includes tropical artistic gardens with centennial trees, a Tropical Garden with Native & Exotic plants , and an extensive beach front. The location is perfect for soaking in breathtaking views of the tranquil Potrero Bay, romantic long walks on the golden sands, basking in the rich sun and watching the spectacular sunsets of the Pacific Coast. With miles of uncrowded beaches, stunning coves and undiscovered inlets, Costa Rica's natural environment speaks to your soul.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Yoga classes
Free breakfast
Beach
Fishing
Babysitting
Parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Swimup bar
Poolside bar
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Airport transportation
Taxi service
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Full body massage
Massage
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Kitchenette
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Refrigerator
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Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Boutique
Family
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish

Location

2 Km Norte del Cruce de Flamingo, Playa Potrero 50304 Costa Rica
Hotel Bahía del Sol
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Terry B wrote a review Yesterday
Benfleet, United Kingdom186 contributions131 helpful votes
This was our last stop on our trip to Costa Rica. The hotel is a great place to relax and unwind after a couple of weeks travelling across the country. The beach is vast with the added bonus of very few people being on it. The grounds are kept clean with plenty of loungers for everyone and the pool is perfect for cooling off from the heat. The sunsets are amazing and the perfect way to finish your day.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Sean D wrote a review 14 Mar
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Comfortable clean rooms. Very friendly staff. Amazing location on the beach with a great pool and bar. Peaceful, comfortable, and relaxing. Rooms had AC, nice amenities, comfortable bed, good wifi and smart tv. Free breakfast with multiple choices, great menu to choose from for lunch and dinner. Has security and you feel safe while you are there.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Drew G wrote a review 12 Mar
12 contributions10 helpful votes
The prime beachfront location is incredible. The front desk staff was incredibly nice and helpful. The included breakfast was decent. The primary downfall was cleanliness. Overall, the room was a mess with bugs and grime all over. Also kind of strange how the parking was full and I had to park across the street inside a separately gated lot, but no big deal there. The guard was available and helpful as needed.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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carrieberry99 wrote a review 6 Mar
Newberg, Oregon288 contributions68 helpful votes
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We had a nice 4 night stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Air conditioning worked great. The staff was very friendly. We loved Ruben the bartender. Happy hour was a great time to get drinks and watch the sunset. The pool was cool but not freezing. The beach in front was great to walk on. We got the special of the month massage and it was great we loved our experience with the chocolate scrub and massage. The food was good for a hotel we ate a dinner and lunch there along with breakfast. Breakfast was included with the room and that was good limited menu that you ordered from. The things I could say that they could improve on is having more wait staff to service the lawn area more frequent as the same people working the restaurant table service were out doing drink orders when they were able. Overall it was a nice stay and would come back again. There was a store and a few other restaurants that were walkable from the hotel.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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dwj_travels wrote a review 6 Mar
Vermont2 contributions
This hotel/resort could be really nice. It probably was once. But it was a pretty mediocre experience, especially for the price. First, the good: - The rooms are spacious and the beds are comfortable. - Getting there is very easy. - The beach is private, and the grounds are quiet and peaceful. - The pool is a nice one for families, my daughter and I really enjoyed swimming around and playing. - When we checked in we got a delicious drink made with soursop. - You get to see a pretty incredible sunset from the pool area/beach. The less good, but acceptable: - The food is pretty mediocre. Not uncommon for a resort. There are some decent restaurants right up the street. The included breakfast is pretty subpar. Again, not uncommon, but we stayed at another hotel (for less) in La Fortuna and the breakfast was amazing, so it was a bit of a disappointment. The orange juice tasted like a cheap grocery store brand. - Our room was facing the beach, but our view was of the back of the main building. We weren't promised anything else. The two stars off: 1) Overall, the place is a little grimy. - After taking a shower, my wife's feet were black within five minutes of walking around our room. After that we all wore sandals or socks (our socks also turned black). - The first thing I did upon getting to the pool area was to use a skimmer that was left lying around. We wanted to swim, and there were so many leaves and bugs floating that it was unpleasant. Leaves were pretty consistently falling, so I wouldn't expect it to be perfect at any given point, but it seemed to be given a cursory cleaning once a day. - Similarly, the pool/lounge area wasn't particularly clean. I noticed cigarette butts more than once (quick aside: if you're at a place like this and leaving cigarette butts on the ground, the rest of us hate you). And there was trash from the night before still on the ground by 10am (again, part of this is the clientele, please don't be a dirtbag). The lounge chair cushions also looked consistently dirty. 2) Most of the staff seemed to be inconvenienced by our very presence. When we went up to the street to The Shack our server was so nice that it was almost a shock, coming from the very dismissive attitudes we had been experiencing. This was the only time we experienced this in Costa Rica. The folks at the car rental place were nicer. Not having stayed anywhere else in the area, I can't promise you can get a better stay for your money. But I certainly felt that way while I was there.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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jmarqdt wrote a review Feb 2024
Chicago41 contributions12 helpful votes
I was quite pleased with this little mini resort. It’s nothing fancy and the room was decent, but sometimes that’s all you need. The beach is amazing, and it’s very quiet and not a ton of people like a mega resort. There are very good restaurants and cute bars within walking distance. The pool is good enough and has a great swim up bar. I think for the value you get, especially with a nice breakfast included, this is a great way to go and I would stay again for sure. The grounds are beautiful. I also felt very safe there.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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TA0419 wrote a review Feb 2024
2 contributions2 helpful votes
Room had no water pressure in the shower. couldn't even take a shower. Pool was dirty and we had a mouse in our room on the 1st night. Hotel property was very nice and maintained. Hotel staff was friendly and helped us with anything we needed. Reuban was excellent
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Date of stay: February 2024
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kblairrn96 wrote a review Feb 2024
North Branch, Minnesota17 contributions11 helpful votes
Beautiful property! Nice quiet neighborhood, just a few min ride from so much! Beach,rooms and property very clean. One bedroom apartment was very spacious. Mini bar in fridge available for a pricy cost. Could use a great improvement to the shower,takes at least three times longer than it needs to due to lack of pressure and a very mineralized shower head and water not very hot. Combination spa package was very nice as was the masseuse (would have been great had it not been for the delays with the cell phone). Could really use shade umbrella with the chairs on the beach.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Leah S wrote a review Feb 2024
Mississauga, Canada28 contributions15 helpful votes
Fantastic Hotel with a beautiful setting! Great location on beach…walk to all restaurants…great happy hour to watch sunset….2 nights a week live music during sunset. The rooms are spacious, clean and very comfortable. The beach loungers very comfortable. The morning breakfast was excellent A+ compared to most other hotels with breakfast included. We shared a pizza for dinner…excellent enough for 2 people. Will be back!
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Cristina S wrote a review Feb 2024
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Very pleasant spaces next to the pool and on the seashore. Good service and excellent room, spacious with air conditioning. Ideal for a few days of calm and relaxation, an environment with lush vegetation and a beautiful beach with warm, calm waters.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Room Tip: A nice trip from the AirPort (Liberia) on a country road between trees and vegetation. Very...
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PRICE RANGE
£142 - £192 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
bahia del sol beach front hotel playa potrero, bahia del sol beach front hotel and suites
LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of GuanacastePlaya Potrero
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Bahía del Sol
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Nearby attractions include Playa Potrero (0.04 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a minibar, and air conditioning.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Shack, La Forketta, and Perlas.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and yoga classes during their stay.
Does Hotel Bahía del Sol have airport transportation?
Yes, Hotel Bahía del Sol offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Hotel Bahía del Sol located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 miles away from the centre of Playa Potrero.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Bahía del Sol?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.