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Buena Onda

Puntarenas, Puntarenas

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3.8/5

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5.0/514 Feb 2026

Glenn • Solo Trip

Bungalow was absolutely perfect for me! Lucia took good care of me and maintained communication from start to finish. Also, the cleaning person was friendly and trustworthy. If you don't handle noise easily, then Buena Onda is not the place for you as you do hear the traffic passing though on the road right outside of the property. I got used to it and did not find it to be much of an issue. It is a great location and I would absolutely stay there again as one can easily walk into town. There are great restaurant's close by. Thank you, Buena Onda.

5.0/523 Feb 2025

Thomas • Couple Trip

The stay was great, the property was beautiful and peaceful. Friendly proprietor offered great recommendations. Will visit again!

5.0/515 Dec 2024

Alessandro • Trip with Friends

Fantastic stay! Check in process was very easy and Lucia gave us a lot of great tips and things to do in the area. The bungalows are exactly as they are described. The outdoor bathroom is an experience itself. Showering under the full moon was a delight. The private kitchen is a plus for when you are too tiered to go outside. The beach is a short walk away as well a coffee shops and restaurants. I got to meet Alberto (the owner) who was kind enough to show me around. I mentioned him that I had read some reviews about the neighbours roosters, but he confirmed they are gone! I highly recommend this place and hopefully we’ll be back soon!

5.0/512 Feb 2023

Stephanie • Couple Trip

Besitzer sind jederzeit per Whatsapp erreichbar, Bungalow sind super schön und liegen nur wenige Gehminuten von diversen Restaurant entfernt

5.0/530 Dec 2022

Luis Elizondo • Couple Trip

Lugar muy bonito y acogedor, rodeado de naturaleza y muy cerca de la playa.

5.0/519 Mar 2022

Lisa

Love the place and the host.

5.0/512 Jan 2022

Amber • Couple Trip

What a unique and beautiful place to stay! The host was very responsive and helpful. The restaurants that are near we great and the beach road is super close. We loved it.

5.0/516 Dec 2021

Caroline • Solo Trip

Fantastic place to stay, especially for a solo traveler! The bungalows are adorable and have the coolest outdoor showers. The location is great- walking distance to beach and restaurants. Margherita and Albi are amazing hosts! We were on a texting basis and they organized my daily activities (surf lessons, yoga, covid test, etc.) and my taxis. They have relationships with the drivers and instructors which made me feel extra safe. 10/10 recommend staying here and can’t wait to come back!

5.0/512 Aug 2021

Verified traveler • Trip with Friends

I had an amazing stay here!!! The owner of Margarita greeted us warmly and gave us all the information we needed during our stay; She also helped to arrange for pick up from the airport (Tambor). The property is beautiful with lots of lush plants and flora surrounding. The bungalows are simple and elegant, with private bath (shower in the rain was so cool!!) and patio w hammocks. Wifi works and theres a mini fridge/hot plate. Great for privacy, relaxation, and cute Instagram pics! Appx 5 mins walking distance to the beach and food not far. pack earplugs because the roosters will wake u at the crack of dawn! I will definitely return here!!

5.0/52 Aug 2021

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Très belle accueille ce sont des gens très gentils ils nous ont fait la lessive pour 10$ La propreté est remarquable. Les bungalows sont très bien situé et ils nous ont très bien renseignés sur les activités au alentour 👌 Je recommande fortement ce lieu pour les couples comme pour les familles!

4.0/531 Mar 2024

Brooke • Solo Trip

Beautiful spot but very loud at night with animals (rooster, loud dog that nobody tried to quiet for hours so assuming it’s a stray, birds) highly recommend ear plugs. Great stay, comfortable and beautiful spot highly recommend!

4.0/51 Mar 2024

Cale • Trip with Friends

Wonderful cozy and eco friendly experience, and will be back again soon!

4.0/514 Jul 2023

dillon • Couple Trip

We really enjoyed the quiet and proximity to the beach. The staff was very helpful but also gave us privacy. We really enjoyed our stay.

4.0/524 Jan 2023

Marianne • Family Trip

Vi havde et skønt ophold på Buena Onda. Tilbragte 4 dage i de skønne og charmerende bambus hytter. Stedet ligger i kort gåafstand til stranden, indkøb og restauranter. Eneste minus var naboens hane. De varmeste anbefalinger herfra ☀️.

2.0/530 Jan 2022

Esperanza • Trip with Friends

Los Bungalows son bonitos, y el jardin es precioso, pero estan al lado de la carretera, y el ruido de los ATVs, las motos y los coches q pasan literalmente al lado, hace imposible dormir. Estuvimos 5 dias y no limpiaron ni cambiaron las toallas en ningun momento.

1.0/526 Apr 2024

Ralf

Eine grosse Enttäuschung. Die Bungalow sind sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Die Anlage befindet sich auch nicht im Urwald, sondern an einer sehr staubigen, viel befahrenen Hauptstrasse mit entsprechend viel Lärm. In den Bungalow gibt es Gas Kocher, jedoch nirgends Feuerlöscher, was ich für sehr bedenklich halte. Bei unserem Aufenthalt war den ganzen Tag Stromausfall, d.h. es gibt dann auch kein Wasser für Dusche oder Toilette. Auf der Anlage ist kein Personal, wenn es Probleme gibt ist man auf sich allein gestellt. Telefonisch erreicht man niemanden. Wir sind nach einer Nacht wieder gegangen, es gibt in Santa Teresa sehr viel bessere Optionen.

1.0/529 Mar 2024

Dexter

CAUTION TO PROSPECTIVE GUESTS! READ THIS BEFORE BOOKING! This is not a hotel, but more like glamping. For what they are charging, there are much better options in Santa Teresa. We were unpleasantly surprised to find out that the toilet, sink, and shower are all outdoors. Using an outdoor toilet in 37c (99F) heat is quite unpleasant. No where on Expedia does it say that the toilet is located outside. We tried discussing our concerns with the local representative, she was friendly and reached out to the owner for a resolution. No luck. The owner refused to work with us on even a partial refund even though we did not stay there for any of the 3 nights we booked. The outdoor shower is a nice idea, but the wooden walls have large gaps that open into the parking lot. Also, the main road through town passes a few meters away from the bungalows making a lot of noise from all the quads and motorcycles as well as fumes and dust. It seems that the owner wants to save a few pennies at the expense of the guest. Signs inside prohibit bringing towels to the beach. When we requested actual beach towels, we were told to buy them at the local supermarket. So, we spent $24 USD on towels that we will not be able to bring back with us. No other hotel we have stayed at in Costa Rica refused to provide beach towels. I am sure that someone from Buena Onda will come on here and discredit this review, but it’s the unfortunate truth. Hopefully I can prevent someone making the same mistake like us.

1.0/513 Mar 2024

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

We wanted to love this place because it photos it looked like an amazing jungle retreat but what we found was cockroaches in the room, in the kitchen, and around the property. Our long awaited vacation turned into a nightmare. We could not sleep because neighboring roosters started crowing at 2am and their coop was just 5 meters away from our room. It was LOUD. There was also lack of privacy in the bathroom as there is a 2 story house which can see directly into the shower. Also, rooms had thin see-through curtains which let in outside street lights at night, and make it hard to change. After the first night of no sleep and chasing cockroaches from the room, we notified the property management asking for a refund. They declined it stating that they cannot control outside noise and that cockroaches are normal part of jungle. After leaving the property and renting another one just down the street we found no cockroaches there and could sleep in silence. DO NOT MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE AS US AND RENT ROOMS HERE, there are much better options in town. We will leave video evidence on google reviews showing video recordings of rooster noises so you can hear them.

1.0/522 Mar 2021

Eric • Solo Trip

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250mt norte de la Super Hacienda, Cobano, Playa Santa Teresa, Cóbano, CR

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Accommodation Rules

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Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-6:00 PM

Check-out10:00

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 and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

About Buena Onda

Buena Onda Location
With a stay at Buena Onda in Cóbano, you'll be a short 3-minute walk from Santa Teresa Beach and within 4 minutes by car from Cocal Beach. This lodge is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Carmen Beach and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Grande Hermosa Tidepool.

Buena Onda Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This lodge also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area.

Buena Onda Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 - Tue, 15 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children