Hotel El Velero, Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste)

Hotel El Velero - A Mediterranean-style beachfront hotel with air-conditioned rooms, an on-site restaurant, and proximity to Liberia International Airport

Located on Playa Hermosa, Hotel El Velero is a 3-star Mediterranean-style boutique hotel with 22 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with cable TV, a refrigerator, microwave, and free Wi-Fi. The beachfront property offers direct access to Playa Hermosa, known for its calm Pacific waters and Blue Flag certification for cleanliness. Rooms feature private bathrooms with hot water showers, safes, and daily maid service. The on-site Garden Terrace Restaurant serves fresh seafood, international dishes, and local specialties, with BBQ nights on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The hotel is a 20-minute drive from Liberia International Airport (LIR) and provides easy access to activities like deep-sea fishing, canopy tours, and birdwatching. Hotel El Velero’s staff can arrange guided tours to nearby attractions such as Rincon de la Vieja National Park and Las Baulas National Marine Park.

Pros

The beachfront location provides direct access to Playa Hermosa, a Blue Flag-certified beach with calm waters.

The on-site restaurant offers fresh seafood and local dishes, including weekly BBQ nights.

Proximity to Liberia International Airport (LIR) makes arrivals and departures convenient.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Guided tours for activities like fishing, canopy tours, and birdwatching can be arranged by the hotel.

Cons

The hotel does not have a spa or fitness center.

Some nearby attractions require a drive on rough roads, such as Rincon de la Vieja National Park.