Guacamaya Lodge

We had the most wonderful stay at GuacaMaya lodge. The hotel is immaculate and clean, the staff is wonderful and helpful and the location was perfect for us. Playa Junquillal is just a stunning beach and was so quiet and peaceful even during peak March break season. The Stay was so relaxing, the food was wonderful and we did not want to leave. We will be back! Soon I hope!

The property, the rooms, the staff, oh my god the food... All 5 stars! If you want tranquil this area is it! Highly recommend and will be back.

The property, the staff, the food, all of it it 5 stars across the board. It's so beautiful and peaceful and a very short walk to the beach. I hope to return soon!

A real gem of a place just a few minutes walk to the beach. Quiet, clean, and helpful staff. Pros: best Gluten-free menu and food of our 7 day trip. Chefs kiss!! The tuna and blackened fish were out of this world. Pool was warm and open all hours. Grounds were well kept. Tennis courts available. Cons: no TV in room, but really what are you doing inside anyway.

A lovely place in a beautiful area. Staff were delightful. The beach is beautiful. Wow.

Warm, friendly staff and beautifully landscaped layout with multiple structures around a central pool and open-air restaurant and bar. We enjoyed swimming daily, dining at the restaurant multiple nights and walking down the hill to the beach that was quiet and perfect for us. If we are ever in this area again, we would return here because of the excellent service. If you end up staying elsewhere in the area, we noticed many couples came up just to enjoy the restaurant also.

Off the beaten path Great location off the beaten path. Very friendly staff and food was very good. Lots of options. Only suggestion would be softer pillows.

This lodge is truly a hidden gem, and we absolutely loved our weeklong stay here. It’s simple yet has everything you need, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel at home. The owners and staff are incredibly kind and helpful—you can tell they genuinely care about both their guests and the place itself. If you’re looking for a well-maintained, reasonably priced stay with delicious food in a peaceful, local setting, this is the perfect spot. You won’t be surrounded by crowds of tourists, and the beautiful Playa Junquillal—a true gem in itself—is just a five-minute walk away. For those who want a bit more adventure, the staff is happy to arrange all sorts of outings, making it easy to enjoy both relaxation and exploration. We usually lean toward larger establishments, but we were so glad we discovered this special place. We’ll definitely be back on our next visit! A special thank you to Jess for handling our booking, excursions, and everything else we needed—her help made our stay even more enjoyable. And of course thanks to Alice and Bernie.

Stayed for two nights. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was large -‘d the kitchen had everything needed. They were attentive to my needs. The onsite restaurant was good as well. I enjoyed dinner there both nights. The pool is great and sun chairs plentiful. In the evening, howler monkeys were visible in the distant trees. The beach is a short walk away. I would stay again if visiting the area.