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Pelican Beachfront Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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The Pelican Beachfront Hotel faces the ocean, offering continental breakfast, beach yoga, and comfy sun loungers. Guests can choose between two outdoor pools or enjoy international dishes at El Pelicano restaurant. The property's ocean views consistently earn praise from visitors.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen and 1 Bunk Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 301 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen and 1 Twin Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen and 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
100 Meters from landing strip, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901

What's nearby

  • Playa Esterillos Este - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Esterillos Beach - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Jacó Beach - 35 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Herradura Beach - 54 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 55 min drive - 45.1 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Mezcal - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Valhalla - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Patio Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soda Y Marisquería El Pargo Feliz - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pelican Beachfront Hotel

Hotel on the waterfront
At Pelican Beachfront Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, El Pelicano, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like surfing/body boarding, horseback riding, and beach yoga. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and barbecue grills
  • Beach towels, concierge services, and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guestrooms at Pelican Beachfront Hotel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • El Pelicano

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in October.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 15 per stay
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 64 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 15 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel Pelicano Esterillos Este
Pelicano Esterillos Este
Pelican Beachfront Hotel Esterillos Este
Pelican Beachfront Esterillos Este
Pelican Beachfront
Pelican Beachfront Hotel Hotel
Pelican Beachfront Hotel Parrita
Pelican Beachfront Hotel Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

Does Pelican Beachfront Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Pelican Beachfront Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Pelican Beachfront Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 64 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 15 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Beachfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon.

What time is check-out at Pelican Beachfront Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Pelican Beachfront Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Pelican Beachfront Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Parrita hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Playa Esterillos Este and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Bejuco Beach. Esterillos Beach and Hermosa Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Pelican Beachfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very attentive staff. Great beach

Excellent, albeit not a luxury hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
El restuarante bueno y buen precio. El personal muy amable. A las instalaciones les falta mantenimiento.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Debbie, la dueña, muy amable, al igual que el resto del personal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simplicite , tranquillité , cool , pura vida !

Ambiance simple , calme, de la chambre à la plage, on profite de la.mer à l ombre des cocotiers dans un hamac ! Le top ! Petit structure très agréable. Style surf pacifique. Non moderne mais bien entretenu Bons petits plats.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of this property right on the beach. The staff were very helpful and friendly despite the fact that the owner, Debbie, was berating them every morning for something they did or did not do wrong. All right in front of customers. She every was arguing with a local Tiko, quite loudly, right in the bar area. We had a very relaxing couple of days there and our suite was very nice, but we may not choose to patronize this owner again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing sunset!!!

We loved it! The owner and staff were wonderful as was the food and the beach. Small hotel but perfect for a quiet vacation. They also helped set up fun stuff to do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Katharina

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alt und überteuert - Null Komfort - aber direkt am

Total in die Jahre gekommen und überteuert! Das Hotel fällt auseinander und ist eher ein altes Hostel. Zimmer sind winzig, Betten alt und es gibt keine Seife auf der Toilette. Die Hängematte am Strand ging sofort kaputt und auch sonst muss das Hotel komplett renoviert werden. Allerdings ist das Restaurant gut und der Service freundlich!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and the cook were great - delicious salads and good breakfast. Our a/c didn't work well & they moved us to another room. I will go back. It's not fancy but that's not important to me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the beach can hear surf all night beautiful settin
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

lauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dont do it! The place is run down, everything is breaking, the staff seems annoyed that you are there, the sheets are bleach stained, cobwebs all over, cracks in the doors to the rooms, damaged screens, windows wont lock, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very pookie friendly! The beds were comfortable and the view was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excelente ubicación, frente al mar a precio accesible. Atención amable. Rica comida a precio accesible. El tamaño de la piscina es mediano-pequeño, y respecto a la otra piscina que estaba publicitada y era más amplia, según nos dijeron, era de uso privado para clientes que alquilaban la casa, que es parte del negocio. En general fue una buena experiencia y volvería a hospedarme allí.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hosts were very welcoming and friendly. Helped us with any questions we had about local things to do. Even made calls for us arranging activities. We would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Ollie, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hübsches kleines Hotel, etwas abgelegen, dafür hat man den Strand fast für sich. Das Frühstück ist leider etwas dürftig, die Preise im Restaurant etwas teuer. Kein eigener Kühlschrank im Zimmer. Der Pool ist schön und die Mitarbeiter sehr nett.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris, San Jose, CR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Pelican is a wonderful little spot tucked away on a gorgeous Pacific beach. My only hesitation in recommending it in the strongest possible terms is that it might become too popular!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

anon, FL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful natural surfing beach, quiet and peacefu

The Pelicano hasn't been updated in five years and it's now time to do so, awful beds, dirty typical Central American experience. Staff is adequate and this hotel has a small kitchen and bar but if you're smart you'll bring a lot of your own snacks and drinks as you'll be paying U.S. prices.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heidi, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location, clean and comfortable

Had a surprising and wonderful stay. One of the most relaxing places I have every been. Clean and comfortable room, beautiful grounds, amazing location on a beach with few people, friendly and helpful staff and wonderful food in the restaurant. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing vacation

Staff is awesome. Mike and Diana are very helpfully and focused on customer service. We went to Rainmaker and Mike called to find out what time they opened. He also gave us recommendations on things to look for and paths to take. The beach at the hotel was amazing. Long barefoot walks at sunrise and sunset. We took surf lessons from the hotel staff and had a great time. The garden is beautiful and attracts birds and lizards. Pairs of Macaws flew overhead daily. Parrots and other song birds were there as well. Food at the restaurant was very good with a nice variety of menu items. Staff was great. Wonderful down to earth family friendly hotel.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Acceptable, not exceptional

This hotel is fine for a basic stay in the Esterillos area, but is nothing special. The property has character and immediate access to a beautiful beach. The owners are welcoming. Amenities include bar/restaurant with limited breakfast included, air conditioning, pool, and on-site security guard. The main drawback was that our room was not serviced by housekeeping during our entire stay. So after a few days at the beach, we had accumulated quite a bit of dirt and sand in the room and bathroom, and had gone through the very small ration of linens and toiletries provided. It just seemed like the place is disorganized or takes a "no-frills" approach. The wi-fi was also spotty.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel close to the beach.

We had a great experience at this hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pet friendly paradise on the best beach in CR

We booked last minute for a getaway to Playa Esterillos, a beach we love so much! The Pelican is not a fancy resort but we were not looking for that anyway. It is however a VERY well kept, clean, comfortable, friendly amazing place to stay directly on the beach. The staff are some of the nicest people I have ever met and they interacted with us and the other guests to be sure we were happy and having a great time. Also, the food and drink is delicious but also reasonably priced which is a rare thing in Costa Rica. We loved our stay at the Pelican and we will be back for sure .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Ronny, Heredia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Right on the beach, nice spot.

The highlight is definitely the location and setting of the outside area right on the beach. Price per night is not very competitive vs other hotels located in Manuel Antonio (35 min away), however, Esterillos is not as developed as Quepos, so this is understandable. Place is just fine for those who are not looking for luxury stay, hotel facilities look clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rosie, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was great! and we would definitely go back in a heartbeat and stay longer than just 1 night. Staff, owners, beach, room, food were all right up our alley.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, Laid Back, and Friendly .

When we needed a place to stay for three nights prior to our rental house being ready, we chose the The Pelican Hotel. The price was reasonable and we saw that they speak English. When we arrived, we were delighted by the charming open air restaurant and bar and the friendly welcome by owners, Mikey and Diana. It is not a 5 star resort but it is laid back and comfortable. We enjoyed beverages in the beach chairs watching the sunset, breakfast of eggs, beans and rice, fresh fruit, and plantains each morning, and very friendly service. Even after we moved into our rental house for the remainder of our vacation, we still returned several times to enjoy the food and hospitality at Los Hotel Pelicano.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

misrepresentation

Pictures on website not representative of actual place. When we asked to cancel we were charged the full rate. Dirty, dark and run down.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018