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The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
Nicoya, Guanacaste
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Sports & Recreation
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Hiking
Fitness Facilities
Yoga Room
Surfing
Garden
Cycling/Mountain Biking
Snack Bar/Deli
Pool Umbrellas
Children's Pool
Kids Facilities
2
Babysitting or Childcare
Babysitting or Childcare (Surcharge)
Health & Beauty
1
Spa
Info
1
No Elevators
Hotel Policy
1
Smoke-free Property
Public Facilities
1
Parking (Free)
Hotel Services
7
Luggage Storage
Wedding Services
24-hour Front Desk
Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning
Hotel Safe
Multilingual Staff
Concierge Services
Food & Drinks
1
Breakfast Buffet
Business Facilities
5
Meeting Rooms
Conference Center
Ballroom
Conference Space
Gift Shops or Newsstand
Accesibility
1
Wheelchair Accessible
In-room Facilities
1
Patio or terrace
Transportation
4
Bicycle Rental
Airport Transfer (Surcharge)
Tours/Ticket Assistance
Shuttle Service
tiket Green
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tiket Green
Connectivity
2
Free WiFi
Wired internet (Free)
Location
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Playa Guiones, Nosara, CRAll distances are measured in straight lines. The actual travel distance may be different.
Accommodation Rules
Check-in Procedure
Check-in3:00 PM-midnight
Check-out12:00
- 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; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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.
More Policies
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- 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.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Contactless check-out is available.
About The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Location
With a stay at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel in Nosara, you'll be by the ocean, just steps from Frog Pad and a 3-minute drive from Nosara Spanish Institute. This beach hotel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Playa Pelada and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Nosara Beach.
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Facility and Service
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 29 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms have rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free international calls.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.
Important Information
The property will be renovating from April 24 2027 to May 1 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
With a stay at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel in Nosara, you'll be by the ocean, just steps from Frog Pad and a 3-minute drive from Nosara Spanish Institute. This beach hotel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Playa Pelada and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Nosara Beach.
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Facility and Service
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 29 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms have rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free international calls.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.
Important Information
The property will be renovating from April 24 2027 to May 1 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
- Guestrooms




