Hotel Bosque del Mar

We enjoyed this hotel - its location is probably the best part about it, but it has a lot of different options, solid (if not a bit uneven) service, good food if you want it, and space to move around. ||My wife and myself, along with our two children (girl 17 and boy 19) travelled to Hermosa as the 3rd location in a 10-day trip. While it was probably our 3rd favorite hotel, that doesn't take away from the fact that it was very comfortable. We did have the 'penthouse' unit (with two queens) that was solid but probably not what you think of when you think penthouse - a sitting room, a small deck not looking at the ocean (and as anyone who travels to CR knows, looking the opposite way is usually alleys and somewhat ramshackle views). ||It is very spread out, has a decent pool with not a ton of sun (good and bad) that is very relaxing. It walks right out to the ocean.||The restaurant and 2nd floor 'club/bar' both look out over the beach and into a couple of the best sunsets I have ever seen (and we travel a lot). The food was unerringly solid, even really good at times - for CR I was impressed with their meat and other options. ||Service was mostly excellent, sometimes a little pushy, and rarely just a tad rude (usually at the free breakfast). ||Hermosa itself is somewhat small, but comfortable and has quite a few restaurants and even some nightlife. The surrounding communities are a bit bigger (Coco, Panama, and then of course Tamarindo a bit farther away). Easy to get to excursions as well - they are close which is nice! They have guys on the beach trying to sell the excursions (boat rides, jet skis, etc.), and actually they do a pretty darn good job! ||Overall VERY happy with the location and happy with the food and facilities.

The staff was the best!!! Like the best I've ever interacted with. My initial trip in November was canceled due to the weather but spoke with me from early November through January when we were able to come. So very attentive!! The hotel is small but cozy. It is next to an open area for beach visitors who aren't hotel guests. My taxi driver turned in this area rather than into the hotel entrance. So, don't turn too soon! I scheduled a facial for my daughter and myself. It was glorious!! It was very relaxing except for the construction going outside of the windows.😪 We were given some delicious fruit & a refreshing frozen drink after the service. Just icing on the cake!!! The room was very nice. It was so beautiful!! I felt very comfortable and taken care of while there. The rooms do have floor-to-ceiling windows which I love! Unfortunately, the outside folks walking around can see in. The pool is really pretty and at the center of the hotel grounds. We didn't get to see any monkeys but there were a lot of iguanas. Lastly, dinner and breakfast were great!! Yummy, flavorful, filling, and inexpensive. The waiters were kind too. They even helped me with my Spanish.

The staff is what makes this place beautiful. If you're seeking relaxation, ask for Irene in the spa. If you're seeking hospitality at its finest, look for Maythe, Bryan. Attentive to your needs in the restaurant Carlos and Sir Alex. If you are looking for a centrally located place i. Hermosa beach to relax and unwind, look no further.

We greatly appreciate the staff allowing us to check in early and getting us our room early. This was a big highlight of our stay and we are grateful. We were able to enjoy the beach and pool while waiting for our room! ||We unfortunately had 4 crabs in our room. We made sure doors were sealed, curtains etc were sealed off so I’m not sure how they got into the room or where they were coming from. It was hard to fall back asleep after encountering two of them in the middle of the night in the living/bathroom area after we checked for certain at bedtime that there were no more in the room. It also made us uncomfortable having our little one in the baby crib so close to the floor, and I didn’t sleep well as I kept checking for them (and kept finding more). Keep your luggage and items off the floor. ||The hotel is steps to the beach and the beach has very small waves and is good for little ones. Also has amazing sunsets. Many locals came here (their entrance is about 20m south), so you can visit with locals who come to this beach to relax and play their music. There were many vendors walking by trying to sell stuff which was a nuisance after a while. ||Noise: we were a lower room and the sound from above us was noticed, and specifically when people were walking up the stairs it sounded like very loud thunder so wanted to mention that if anybody is sensitive to noise. ||Also the floor to ceiling windows offered little privacy, so we had to keep our curtains closed the whole time, wish they had sheet curtains on the windows as well. ||Restaurant: we decided not to eat at the on site restaurant as the prices were very expensive. Kids menu was $14-$18 for basic dishes like pasta. Some of the main/entrees were $45. We dined at the Four Seasons across the bay in Papagayo a few days before coming to Bosque, and their prices were cheaper than the Bosque restaurant 🤯

Overall my family and I loved this hotel and our experiences there. Check in was easy and the reception staff was very friendly. The room was perfect for our needs. I liked the white bedding and decor but it was practical as well. There was a lot of hooks for hanging towels and wet swimsuits. Housekeeping came early which I loved since we’re up and about early as well. The parking attendant was always smiling and friendly. The pool and surrounding area was cleaned well each day as well as the hot tub. I liked the location a lot. I’m glad we stayed in Playa Hermosa over Coco, it’s much quieter and more relaxing. The hotel is right on the beach with chairs and tables for hotel guests. The waves were good, never too strong or big during our stay, my kids were able to play freely in the water. The pool was fantastic. I really appreciated the sense of privacy due to all the trees and greenery. There is a family of monkeys that visits in the early morning and evening. We saw them the first day and it was magical. The only thing I didn’t love about this hotel was the restaurant service. I do want to reiterate that it wasn’t bad, but I do wish there was options to get a small side or something. My kids got food poisoning from a DIFFERENT restaurant, the next day they just needed something little in their stomach. They made me feel like it was impossible to make this accommodation. Even with that, we still had a great time. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this hotel to others traveling to this area.

We spent 3 nights at Hotel Bosque Del Mar and had a wonderful time! It was almost perfect. The staff is very helpful and many are incredibly friendly, especially Jonathan and Alexis at the restaurant and bar. They both went out of their way to make sure my son and I had a safe trip (we both have Celiac Disease). No issues and pretty good food (if a bit overpriced)! The only issues I had were small. The rooms are updated, but had some quirks - light switches everywhere that seemed to do different things each time you push them, not a great TV, a set of lamps that had to all be on or off - but the place is nice and well-maintained otherwise. Hermosa beach is more secluded, so you really need a ride to nearby Coco Beach to have activities other than the beach, but it's easy enough to secure that. Overall, a wonderful place to stay. Make sure you look out for Jonathan and Alexis, they are wonderful people and happy to do their jobs well. We miss our time there already!

A PRIME location right on the beach with amazing service and the comfiest bed I've ever slept on. The food was delicious as well, and there is also food/drink service from their private beach chairs. I was only here 1 night, so I did not get to experience much else but would definitely stay here again. Definitely worth the price, in my opinion. Also, the balcony lounger in the Ocean View room was my favorite part. I could lay there for hours!

Loved staying 3 nights at Bosque del Mar. Waking up to howler monkeys instead of my alarm was great. The view from our balcony was so relaxing. Beautiful sunrises and breathtaking sunsets are a must.|Special shout out to Don Jose and his staff at their Niromi and NYA bar. He's picked a very professional staff like Ms Shirley, Alexis, Carlos, Genesis (she recommended the traditional CR corn cakes- loved them) and Gio. |Muchisimas Gracias Don Jose Lopez! Todo Pura Vida siempre en mis recuerdos.