Hotel a Carmen, Costa Rica

I spent a month in Costa Rica and Panama in January 2024, using Selina all the time. Santa Teresa South was my first stop. Now being able to compare all, I would say this one was okay, but others were better (Puerto Viejo was way better). The biggest difference as a solo traveler is the effort they make to socialise. The Welcome Drink here was me and the receptionist! At other places you were put onto a newbies table and then natural chats started... and you could go for welcome drinks every day. Not here. Santa Teresa is great. If you want to do Selina, stay at ST North. More fun, more social. South is almost all private rooms, so families and couples. But my biggest complaint was a tour I paid over £100 for the 'Cabo Blanco Beach & Forest (Full Hike)', described in their slick literature as 'our guide will show you the wonders of the forest until you reach Caboe Blanco beach, a pardisical white sandy beach where you can enjoy quiet waters for swimming, sunbathing or simply to enjoy the striking view of Cabo Blanco island'... There was no beach. The guide said we had no time and could either rush there and back or enjoy the forest. He also insisted we pay entry to the national park when I confirmed afterwards that this was supposed to be included in the hefty up-front fee. It's clear Selina is not running these tours, even though they word them as if they are. I was encouraged by Juan the manager of Santa Teresa South that he would arrange a refund for me. I would have been happy with a partial refund. But since leaving, I have been ghosted by him in our WhatsApp conversation. I have emailed Selina contacts and had no reply. And posting a complaing on their website give an 'Ooops' error and doesn't allow the complaint to be posted. Go to Selina's, they are good, they are especially good for wifi and working. Don't book their tours. Go direct to the tour companies, save some money, and perhaps have a better chance of being sold what you are going to get. Disappointed.

Il nostro soggiorno al resort era meraviglioso. Il proprietario era coinvolto personalmente e si incontrava con i clienti. La cena era eccellente e il personale era molto utile. Le strutture erano fair, le camere e i bagni hanno bisogno di aggiornamenti. Il servizio in camera era difficile da ordinare. Le strade devono essere fissate, e la strada principale in entrata nel resort renderebbe più facile guidare verso l'impianto.

With a stay at Ventura Santa Teresa, you'll be centrally located in Cóbano, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach. This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Playa Mal País and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the beach bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.

When you stay at Nya Hotel in Cóbano, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Montezuma Catholic Church and Montezuma School. This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Montezuma Beach and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Piedra Colorada.Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a health club. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or brunch. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.Featured amenities include multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Paquera, Eco Boutique Hotel Vista Las Islas Reserva Natural is by the ocean, a 2-minute drive from Organos Beach and 9 minutes from Reserva Curu. This beach hotel is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Playa Chino and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Playa Langosta.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Guests may use a ferry terminal shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Located in Cóbano, Hotel Santa Teresa by the Beach is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Santa Teresa Beach and Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. This hotel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Cocal Beach and 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Hermosa Beach.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and separate sitting areas.

With a stay at Hotel Tropico Latino in Cóbano, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach. This beach resort is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Playa Mal País and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and bicycles to rent. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).Enjoy a satisfying meal at Shambala serving guests of Hotel Tropico Latino. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, multilingual staff, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle and a ferry terminal shuttle are provided for an additional charge.Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Your room comes with a Select Comfort bed. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

With a stay at OPacifico Hotel Boutique in Paquera, you'll be 4 mi (6.5 km) from Guayabo Island Biological Reserve and 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Reserva Curu. This upscale hotel is 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Organos Beach and 22 mi (35.4 km) from Karen Mogensen Nature Reserve.Spend the day on the private beach or dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and wedding services.Enjoy a satisfying meal at La Cangreja serving guests of OPacifico Hotel Boutique. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include a safe deposit box at the front desk and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only in Samara, you'll be on the beach, a 5-minute walk from Samara Beach and 11 minutes by foot from Carrillo Beach. This 4-star property is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Nosara Beach and 29.8 mi (48 km) from San Juanillo Beach. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a 24-hour fitness center, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this property include complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Grab a bite at one of the property's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 75 guestrooms featuring free minibar items and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Located in Bejuco, Punta Islita, Autograph Collection is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Playa Islita and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal. This beach resort is 10.8 mi (17.5 km) from Samara Beach and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Museo Islita.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a fitness center. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.Enjoy international cuisine at Restaurante Pacifico, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or one of 2 swim-up bars. Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Bejuco? This resort has 2691 square feet (250 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 57 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars (stocked with some free items) and LED televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.