Escape to serenity at JW Marriott Guanacaste, nestled on Playa Mansita's exclusive shores within Hacienda Pinilla. Picture your family enjoying this private paradise, unwinding with handcrafted cocktails, and marveling at fiery sunsets. Revive your senses with a massage or treatment at our award-winning spa. Immerse yourselves in luxurious beachfront accommodations designed for tranquility. Just a short ride away, vibrant Tamarindo beckons with adventure. This hacienda-style resort blends peace with excitement, offering unmatched luxury and authentic charm. Let magnificent architecture and world-class cuisine set the stage for unforgettable memories. Find harmony for mind, body, and spirit, where luxury meets relaxation for the perfect family escape at our Guanacaste, Costa Rica luxury resort.

Property Information

Year Built: 2008
Floors: 3
Nonsmoking rooms: 310
Suites: 21
Total rooms: 289
Total rooms and suites: 310

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Hotel Advisories

Advisory Prices are based on single or double occupancy. You will incur additional charges at the time of check-in for additional room occupants. The Front Desk will verify the age of the guest to determine whether the extra fee would apply.
Advisory A mandatory $30.00 PLUS TAX per room per day Resort charge is payable by hotel guest directly to hotel. Charge amount is subject to change.

General Policies & Fine Print

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Kids Stay Free Policy Maximum number of children per paid adult: 0Maximum child age: 12
Pet Policy Pets Allowed: USD 100.00 non-refundable cleaning fee Per Stay; maximum of 1 pets allowed; maximum weight per pet is 20.0 kilograms

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 3454 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Terrible experience

    Terrible experience. Resort and rooms are rundown. Resort is very isolated and if you do not have a rental car you are essentially trapped there as it is difficult to get any transportation to and from resort. There is a shuttle to Tamarindo but limited times and expense. You have to preschedule taxis and the prices were outrageous. Would not stay there again.

    Nov 16, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 3.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Disappointing

    When we arrived, and saw the vast size of this resort we though it was going to be a wonderful week. I had booked an "Ocean Front King" well they put us on the first floor, which is actually down two floor from the street lobby. We had very little view of the ocean as the trees and ground were in the way ,also ants were all over the patio. We asked to be moved. But no one was able to make that happen. I have no Idea why the resort was 25% full at best, understandable as I was the slow season. To top it off they were renovating the rooms above us (construction noise) why renovate the wing that is occupied and not the ones that are not, I have know Idea. Next morning asked again to be moved, told I would have and answer by noon, no call. My wife and I packed up, cancelled the rest of our stay and headed over to another resort which was absolutely lovely & very accommodating. Staff was very nice but couldn't seem to get anything done, even requested wash cloths as our room had none, was told yes, they never showed up. See our room view attached. In our opinion the web sight of the "Ocean Front King is not accurate when it comes to the first floor accommodations.

    Oct 17, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great Hotel/Resort on the Pacific Coast

    This is a wonderful hotel with a world class very large and beautiful meandering infinity pool with great ocean views. One thing you need to know is that this hotel is a 30 minute drive from the nearest town. So if you want to have short walks to shopping and numerous restaurants etc do not stay here. The hotel does have four major restaurants, a sports bar and two pool side grills so there are multiple dining options on sight. The facility and grounds of the hotel are stunning and meticulously maintained. It is an elegant Spanish themed design with beautiful stone and tile accents and lush tropical landscaping including fragrant flowers and a host of Costa Rica's over 900 bird species. There are all manner of tour options that will pick you up at the hotel but you need to make the reservations at least the day before. I recommended that you fly into the airport in Liberia with the option of either renting a car or taking a shuttle. The airport is an hour and half drive from the airport. Shuttle rides to and from the airport are $100 and up. After much research I rented a car. Driving in Costa Rica is similar to but also very different from the States. Signs are in Spanish and there are very very few traffic lights. Driving in Costa Rica requires intense focus at all times for multiple reasons. (Google driving in Costa Rica) Also don't even think about getting behind a wheel after having even one drink.

    Sep 10, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    It is just as magical as always! Thanks for the consistency in service!!!

    Another great stay at the JW!! I want to thank all the staff as they all were impeccable from the front desk to the maids the restaurants! Although some things changed after Covid things like service quality in the maintenance and cleanliness and food remained the same or even more! The warmth of the staff made the bday of my son so memorable!!!! Thanks to the management team for keeping some of the faces that years after years always welcome us and congratulation for the new hires as they we nailed it as well regarding the service!!!!!! What a pleasure to come!!!!

    Sep 02, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Poolside beach view with a book stay

    It’s a beautiful hotel with nice pool views and easy access to the beach. It’s more secluded and not walking distance to anywhere else outside of the hotel and beach. It’s a perfect place to stay and relax, and if you want to venture outside, it would be convenient to rent a car. They have a variety of food options. The food was decent, but the steakhouse was definitely a better option there.

    Aug 24, 2024
Prices per person based on double occupancy including round-trip airfare via U.S. certified air carriers and round-trip airport/hotel transfers when arriving at airport closest to destination (for exceptions see Frequently Asked Questions), hotel taxes and baggage handling, fuel surcharges, and all pre-collected U.S. and foreign taxes. In some instances, pricing may specifically apply to one of multiple flights on select departure days. All packages are based on the lowest hotel/air classes available at time of publication, capacity controlled, subject to availability and change without notice. Promotional pricing may only be available for a limited time. Fees may apply for carry-on and checked baggage-view Baggage Policies. Some resort fees, environmental levies and departure taxes are not included and may be payable in resort. View Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Apple Vacations is not responsible for errors or omissions. Cancellation policies apply. Bookings are subject to the Fair Trade Contract. All public charter flights are operated by ALG Vacations Corp: Allegiant Air: PC 18-231, A319-156 seats or A320-186 seats /PC 18-234, A319-156 seats or A320-186 seats; Miami Air operated by TUI Airlines Belgium N.V. : PC 19-085 & PC 19-117, B737-800, 180 seats/PC 19-091, B737-800-183 seats; Swift Air: PC 19-092, B737-400-150 seats; Viva Aerobus: PC 18-228, A320-180 seats/ PC 19-079, A320-180-185 seats/PC 19-094, A320-185 seats. CST2139014-20 120319