Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo

“Wonderful Eco-Spa Vibe”

Our family of 4 (two kids, 11 and 13) had a wonderful week-long stay at the Andaz Papagayo at the end of April. It was a unique and unforgettable trip. The resort is a short ride from the airport (30-35 minutes) and we were warmly greeted and quickly settled into our rooms after a lovely welcome d… more

Our family of 4 (two kids, 11 and 13) had a wonderful week-long stay at the Andaz Papagayo at the end of April. It was a unique and unforgettable trip. The resort is a short ride from the airport (30-35 minutes) and we were warmly greeted and quickly settled into our rooms after a lovely welcome drink and cool towels. The resort has an eco-spa vibe that feels genuinely Costa Rican. You are surrounded by nature - with fantastic views from the room, the restaurants and the pools. We saw many monkeys, a coati, a coyote, deer, dolphins and sea turtles. There was always space at the pools and we appreciated the convenience of the fresh towels, water, bug spray and sun tan lotion at the pool, gym and Papagayo Park. The pool service was friendly and unobtrusive - and we enjoyed the little treats like fresh fruit and popsicles. Working out in the open air gym while looking at the amazing view over the bay and watching monkeys in the trees is truly special. The boat ride to the beach club was wonderful - with the friendly staff going out of their way to search for dolphins and fish. Our kids also loved Papagayo Park. It is a 5-minute shuttle from the park (included) and it was like a private waterpark - with waterslides, a climbing wall, a splash pad, playground and BMX bike course. Don't miss the sunset views from the yoga studio at Papagayo Park. Truly outstanding. The restaurants were a bit expensive but tasty and with great service. The breakfast buffet was lovely with beautiful fresh fruit, pastries, yogurts and a rotating selection of hot food. We tried all of the restaurants and Pesce at the Four Seasons. All were very good. The golf carts and shuttles to the restaurants and marina made getting around fun and easy (though the location would be challenging for those with mobility issues as it is quite hilly and you do need to walk down stairs to get to the beaches). This is not a resort with nightlife or typical resort entertainment but we did not miss that at all. We woke up early each day and our days were so filled with activities that we were happy to fall into bed after a lovely dinner each night. The kids often fell asleep at dinner and stumbled into a golf cart to get home. This is definitely not a typical resort where you could be anywhere in the world - you know you are in Costa Rica, which is exactly what we had been hoping for. If you are thinking of going, go for it. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings, nature and pura vida.

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“A Magical Nature-Filled Luxury Escape”

Our recent stay at Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo was truly magical. The location is absolutely beautiful, surrounded by lush nature and wildlife, and the entire staff was incredibly friendly, warm, and helpful throughout our stay. One of the most special moments was relaxing in the… more

Our recent stay at Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo was truly magical. The location is absolutely beautiful, surrounded by lush nature and wildlife, and the entire staff was incredibly friendly, warm, and helpful throughout our stay. One of the most special moments was relaxing in the infinity pool while watching howler monkeys in the trees nearby — such a unique and unforgettable Costa Rica experience. We stayed in the 2-bedroom villa for four adults, and the approximately 1,500 sq. ft. layout felt very spacious and comfortable. The fully equipped kitchen was also a huge convenience, allowing us to prepare our own breakfasts and a few dinners during the trip. Overall, it was a peaceful, memorable stay that perfectly balanced luxury, comfort, and nature. We would absolutely love to return.

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“Great Expereince”

First-class location, amenities, and staff. Its proximity to the airport is an extra benefit. My wife and I came with our two daughters in their 20s, and we didn't want to leave.

“Unbelievably friendly and attentive staff in idyllic natural surroundings”

I cannot rave enough about the amenities of Andaz Papagayo but what stands out the most is the attentiveness of the staff and their warmth. I'll just list the highlights - complimentary snorkeling on the property, yoga in an open air pavilion surrounded by tropical trees, butterflies and colorful … more

I cannot rave enough about the amenities of Andaz Papagayo but what stands out the most is the attentiveness of the staff and their warmth. I'll just list the highlights - complimentary snorkeling on the property, yoga in an open air pavilion surrounded by tropical trees, butterflies and colorful birds, exceptional spa with a hot pool by the cold plunge, infinity pools large overlooking the bay and a beautiful beach bar a quick boat shuttle ride away. The architecture blends so well with the jungle-like environment (vines hanging from huge trees, huge boulders everywhere), that it doesn't feel like a chain hotel. The only complaint I have is the food - for the price you pay, I think they could do better with the authenticity of the recipes. We tried 3 different restaurants and were surprised - the freshness is not in question, however the flavors are not quite we expected. For example, the pad thai dish and the rice dish we ordered at Ostra had tofu that seemed to have been marinated in lime juice, as they were very sour. And we had Italian at Gaio - the risotto was an appetizer size, even though it was considered a main dish and again made in a red sauce, which I don't think I've ever had in any high end Italian restaurants I've ever eaten at. I feel a little picky saying all of this -but if we're paying "gourmet" prices I expect higher standards. We also ate at Chao Pescao which featured dishes from all around South America. We tried the jerk chicken and that was like chicken pieces dipped in bbq sauce. AGAIN, the food was ok but they just didn't meet our expectations for a Hyatt brand hotel. We do a lot of fine dining and if we are going to pay high prices for fine dining then our expectations are going to be high. So, other than the food - Andaz have met or exceeded our expectations in terms of accommodations, ambiance, sustainability measures, and staff efficiency and friendliness.

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