The Sunset Shack

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

About this property

Located a mere 164 feet from Guiones’s main break, in Nosara, Costa Rica, The Sunset Shack features a year-round outdoor pool and guests can also enjoy the on-site restaurant. Certain rooms include views of the pool or garden while all rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Breakfast is include on the room rate. The Sunset Shack also features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find shops at the property. Being an old school surf camp at heart, you can enjoy surf sessions with friends or possibly a cold artisan beer while enjoying the warm, majestic sunsets that illuminate the Costa Rican summer sky. Early check in when is available, please check with property if possible. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Playa Grande is 29 mi from The Sunset Shack, while Sámara is 9.9 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
or
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Nicholas
United States United States
“Property is a four minute walk to the beach, perfectly located. Staff is very friendly, especially Luis with all of his excellent recommendations. The restaurant was delicious too, will definitely stay again.”
Lisa
Canada Canada
“We had an amazing stay at The Sunset Shack. Our room was comfortable, clean and spacious. Courteous and responsive staff. The restaurant on site offers an excellent breakfast and has a great food and cocktail menu, reasonably priced for Nosara. ...”
Ryan
United States United States
“Excellent location. Nice basic hotel offering great value. Nice rooms and pool.”
Justin
United States United States
“Breakfast is included in the room fee. It’s a good breakfast. Choose from the menu. Nice little salt water pool. Outdoor shower is useful. Good restaurant adjoining property. Close to beach. Realistically a 7 minute walk, not 3 as stated in other...”
Victoria
United States United States
“The staff was wonderful. Nice room. Great breakfast. Everyone was very kind.”
Jo
United States United States
“Amazing staff! Every single staff member from the restaurant, to reception, to the cleaning staff was friendly, helpful and genuine. Great location! Very short walk to beautiful beach. The included breakfast was good, you had a menu to choose...”
Elizabeth
United States United States
“Perfect location. Great food and drinks. Wonderful service.”
Tarryn
United States United States
“Sunset Shack was in a great location, close to the beach, short walk to the shops and more restaurants. The room was spacious, comfy beds and amazing shower. The hotel/bungalows are quiet and the Al Chile restaurant joined to the hotel is great....”
Yi
United States United States
“Wonderful coffee, delicious breakfast, iguanas on the porch, location”
Shelby
United States United States
“Very nice room with bohemian feel, comfortable bed, cute kitchen area, great bar/restaurant on site”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Al Chile
  • Cuisine
    Mexican
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Sunset Shack takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Sunset Shack of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.