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A beach with palm trees and a rocky outcrop in the water.

A wooden-floored room with a four-poster bed, a small bedside table with a lamp, and two colorful bean bag chairs.

A two-story wooden house with a tiled roof, a central entrance, and a surrounding garden with various plants.

A dining table set with plates, bowls, and cutlery, overlooking a swimming pool and a garden with palm trees.

1. Pangea Lodge

6.6 km from Playa Gandoca

William

NT$1,021

NT$1,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and lush greenery.

A bathroom with a large bathtub, a sink, a mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

A paved pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees.

A coastal landscape with a beach, dense greenery, and a clear view of the ocean.

2. Beachfront Bungalows Hotel

10.2 km from Playa Gandoca

DOLORES

NT$4,590

NT$5,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A beach with clear shallow water and dense tropical vegetation in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a small water feature.

A wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery, with a gravel path leading to it.

A cozy bedroom with a large window, a bed with patterned pillows, and a potted plant.

3. KAÑIK APART HOTEL

7.9 km from Playa Gandoca

FORREST

NT$3,639

NT$4,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A person standing in a room with a large glass window, looking out at a tropical garden.

An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, sandy shore, and palm trees.

A geodesic dome structure surrounded by dense tropical foliage, featuring a wooden deck and outdoor seating area.

A geodesic dome structure with a person standing inside, a table with a vase and feather, and a view of trees through the transparent walls.

4. Faith Glamping Dome Costa Rica

8 km from Playa Gandoca

James

NT$5,024

NT$5,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the garden.

A modern kitchen with wooden accents, a central island with a sink, and a fruit bowl.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a decorative mirror.

A modern outdoor seating area with a stone wall, a black bathtub, and potted plants.

5. Exōtico Beach Hotel

7.4 km from Playa Gandoca

Brian

NT$5,423

NT$6,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, dense greenery, and scattered buildings.

A wooden lodge with a covered entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved driveway.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and buildings.

6. Bungalows Punta Uva

10.2 km from Playa Gandoca

"We had a wonderful 3 night stay. The location, the room, the pool, the staff were all very good. We saw some very negative and very positive reviews and so we were very curious about how our stay would be. We are Marriott Platinum Elite Members and this property is not one of the finer Marriott properties, but it could have been a nice Marriott property with all of the amenities. We were very pleasantly surprised. We will stay here again."

David

NT$4,598

NT$5,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A spa area with a bathtub, a small table with toiletries, and various potted plants.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a large potted plant, and a view into a well-lit interior space with a bed and seating area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a bathtub, and a view of lush greenery.

A spacious indoor area with wooden beams, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

7. awā Beachfront Hotel

11 km from Playa Gandoca

Edgar

NT$7,211

NT$8,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

An aerial view of a beach with a long stretch of sandy shore and dense green vegetation on one side, and a calm sea on the other.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors.

A wooden chair with a woven backrest and seat, positioned near a window with a view of greenery outside.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden doors, and a view of trees through the windows.

8. Almonds and Corals Boutique Hotel

8.6 km from Playa Gandoca

Christian

NT$6,364

NT$7,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area.

A modern kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, a dining table with chairs, and lush greenery.

9. Casa Coral Azul

7.4 km from Playa Gandoca

Joshua

NT$7,387

NT$8,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

An aerial view of a tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, rocky formations, and dense green foliage.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, wooden furniture, and lush greenery.

An outdoor wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A kitchen with wooden shelves holding various kitchenware and a gas stove.

10. Colina Secreta - Glamping and Villas

14.4 km from Playa Gandoca

Giancarlo

NT$5,973

NT$6,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A tropical beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and palm trees.

A wooden deck with a hammock, tropical plants, and a small garden area.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a television.

A wooden house with a red roof and a green entrance gate.

11. Physis Caribbean Bed & Breakfast

14.6 km from Playa Gandoca

Araceli

NT$2,425

NT$2,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern living room with a sofa, wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern bedroom with a glass wall, a large bed, and a balcony with wicker furniture and plants.

A modern two-story house with a symmetrical design, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a TV. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.

12. Namu Garden Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

17.2 km from Playa Gandoca

Edward

NT$5,090

NT$5,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, potted plants, and a well-lit interior space.

A modern bar area with a pool view, featuring bar stools, tables, and a variety of bar equipment.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a seating area with a coffee table and chairs.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a small table, and a bed with a quilted cover.

13. Umami Hotel - Adults Only

17 km from Playa Gandoca

Daniela

NT$4,594

NT$5,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A circular view of a pool area surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a desk, a hammock, and a window with curtains.

A beach with rocky shoreline, palm trees, and clear blue sky.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of a hammock outside.

14. Villas Del Caribe

13.6 km from Playa Gandoca

Mike

NT$2,705

NT$3,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and dense tropical vegetation.

A wooden bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a bedside lamp.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a hammock, and a view of lush greenery.

A wooden interior with a sofa, coffee table, and wicker chairs.

15. La Finca Chica

14.6 km from Playa Gandoca

Rosa

NT$2,690

NT$3,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A covered outdoor staircase with wooden railings and a thatched roof, surrounded by tropical plants.

A wooden staircase with a stone floor leading to a wooden door.

A covered outdoor area with wooden furniture and large plants.

16. Conga Boutique Hotel

16.5 km from Playa Gandoca

JULIE

NT$4,514

NT$5,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge area, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees.

A beach with a tree in the foreground and a clear view of the ocean.

An open-plan dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a hammock, and a view of a swimming pool.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

17. Villas Piña - Adults Only

19.6 km from Playa Gandoca

Joshua

NT$4,813

NT$5,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden stools, and a view of a lush garden through a glass wall.

A luxurious interior with a central water feature, stone walls, and a cozy seating area.

A kitchen with a wooden bar, a refrigerator, and a fruit bowl on the counter.

A wooden interior with a stone floor, a staircase, and a seating area.

18. Tree House Beachfront Lodge

11.5 km from Playa Gandoca

Mark

NT$2,307

NT$2,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bench, and a view of the outdoors.

A hammock in a wooden room with a view of trees.

A wooden house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and palm trees.

19. Caribe Town Bungalows

14.2 km from Playa Gandoca

Cayden

NT$3,269

NT$3,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A hotel entrance with a covered pathway, potted plants, and a sign reading "La Toca La Gata."

An open-plan living area with a dining table, sofa set, and a view of lush greenery outside.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A coastal landscape with dense greenery, a sandy beach, and the ocean.

20. La Tica y la Gata

16.3 km from Playa Gandoca

Justina

NT$3,167

NT$3,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Gandoca

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Pangea Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 28 reviews	View
Beachfront Bungalows Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 77 reviews	View
KAÑIK APART HOTEL	10.0 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Faith Glamping Dome Costa Rica	9.8 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Exōtico Beach Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews	View

Top Playa Gandoca Hotel Reviews

Almonds and Corals Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent Escape Resort!! Staff always went above and beyond! Room was pristine, Restaurant was delicious, breakfast buffet was made fresh daily. .Wildlife was everywhere! Will definitely go back"

Pangea Lodge

8/10 Good

"Nice swimming pool, staff friendly and very helpful. Kitchen very well equipped and functional. Location great- Very close to a beach, national park entrance and bus stop. Unfortunately there is a plumbing issue so there was often a nasty smell by the poolside and both toilets in our rooms didn’t flush properly."

KAÑIK APART HOTEL

10/10 Excellent

"This is wonderful location. It is away from the busy areas with a 5 minute walk to the beach. The property was beautiful and the hosts were amazing."

Exōtico Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely space… lovely staff … great restaurant … a wonderful stay complete with tree frogs!"

Casa Yamann

10/10 Excellent

"This was a beautiful, quiet stay with nearby restaurants and a convenience store close by! Nice pool too "

Casa Coral Azul

10/10 Excellent

"The house was in great condition, kitchen had plenty of plates, cups, pots and pans, utensils, rice cooker, everything. Pool was clean and refreshing. Lots of room for the family for a few days."

Other attractions near Playa Gandoca

Playa Ned Creek

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Ned Creek during your trip to Cahuita? Wander the beaches and parks in the area.

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Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

You can take time to visit Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge during your travels to Cahuita. Wander the beaches and parks in the area.

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Sixaola Bridge

6.4/10 (11 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Sixaola when you stop by Sixaola Bridge. Wander the beaches and rainforest in the area.

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Punta Uva Beach

9.6/10 (794 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Punta Uva Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Playa Chiquita

9.2/10 (258 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Chiquita during your trip to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Gandoca?

Playa Gandoca is located in Sixaola. You'll find 73 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Playa Gandoca?

Manzanillo Caribbean Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Playa Gandoca. Other good options within a few miles include Pangea Lodge and Casa Yamann.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Playa Gandoca?

Expedia has 73 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Playa Gandoca.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Gandoca, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Playa Gandoca.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Playa Gandoca?

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Our top choices for Playa Gandoca hotels

1. Pangea Lodge

2. Beachfront Bungalows Hotel

3. KAÑIK APART HOTEL

4. Faith Glamping Dome Costa Rica

5. Exōtico Beach Hotel

6. Bungalows Punta Uva

7. awā Beachfront Hotel

8. Almonds and Corals Boutique Hotel

9. Casa Coral Azul

10. Colina Secreta - Glamping and Villas

11. Physis Caribbean Bed & Breakfast

12. Namu Garden Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

13. Umami Hotel - Adults Only

14. Villas Del Caribe

15. La Finca Chica

16. Conga Boutique Hotel

17. Villas Piña - Adults Only

18. Tree House Beachfront Lodge

19. Caribe Town Bungalows

20. La Tica y la Gata

Compare popular hotels close to Playa Gandoca

Top Playa Gandoca Hotel Reviews

Almonds and Corals Boutique Hotel

Pangea Lodge

KAÑIK APART HOTEL

Exōtico Beach Hotel

Casa Yamann

Casa Coral Azul

Other attractions near Playa Gandoca

Playa Ned Creek

Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

Sixaola Bridge

Punta Uva Beach

Playa Chiquita

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