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Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

3.5 star property

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels, kayaking
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Garden
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Flamingo Beach, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
  • Place, Potrero Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamingo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Potrero
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪105 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers 120 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Onzen Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the pool at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Flamingo Beach. You'll find features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine with a beachfront location at Banana Wind, one of the property's 3 restaurants
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Indulge with Swedish massages, manicures and pedicures, or aromatherapy at Onzen Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a gym, and a steam room
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean accommodations
  • Steps from Flamingo Beach and 9 minutes by car from Playa Brasilito
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Some rates at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this resort measures 2809 square feet (261 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cabo Velas resort is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Banana Wind - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
5 O'clock Somewhere - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
License To Chill - This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Capriccios Pizza Bistro - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Language
Water fitness

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 5 O'clock Somewhere
  • Banana Wind
  • Capriccios Pizza Bistro
  • License To Chill

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,809 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1966
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 77 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 69000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Pet fee: CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Flamingo Beach
Flamingo Beach Resort
Flamingo Beach Hotel Playa Flamingo
Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa Costa Rica/Playa Flamingo
Flamingo Beach Resort Costa Rica
Flamingo Beach Resort And Spa
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Margaritaville Beach Playa Flamingo
Margaritaville Beach
Flamingo Beach Resort Spa
Margaritaville Playa Flamingo
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Resort
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Cabo Velas
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Resort Cabo Velas

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paulina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hermoso comida excelente
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was lovely! Staff couldn’t have been nicer. While technically across the street from the beach it’s really right there and super convenient. It’s a beautiful beach that wasn’t too crowded. We were glad we didn’t do all inclusive because the food was just ok and there were other great places within walking distance. Everything else was spectacular and we were glad we chose it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the vibe of this hotel, it’s a really nice location in Playa Flamingo where you can catch the perfect sunset. The staff is really kind and the rooms and facilities are nice. It’s also nice that you can walk to the beach, just in front of the hotel, and walk to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashwani

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Disappointing Experience – Not for Youngsters or Families Staff service and food quality need serious improvement. There is absolutely no nightlife— the resort is completely dead by 9 PM. With only three restaurants, the food options are very limited and repetitive every day. The staff member responsible for booking excursions was rude and unhelpful. We were promised a special anniversary surprise by the planner before arrival, and we even had written confirmation via text messages. However, once we reached the resort, they denied everything and made no effort to resolve the issue. This resort is clearly targeted toward guests aged 60+. There are no activities for kids or young adults, no entertainment, and no nightlife whatsoever. Young couples and families should avoid this place. Do not take the all-inclusive plan—it’s better and more enjoyable to eat outside the resort. Overall, this was a very disappointing stay and not worth the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAURA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff members were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything went well. Great beach location. Wonderfully, large swimming pool. Entire staff was very helpful and polite. Rooms were clean with large balcony to relax on. And yes, the AC in the rooms worked great.
Flamingo harbor.
The sunsets were great! We went every night and seemed to experience a different view each night.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We weren’t sure what to expect, but it was a perfect location. The beach was really fun, clean and quiet! We had a rental car and went out exploring other beaches both north and south, but Flamingo was the best for hanging out and playing in the waves with the boogie board. Surfing at Tamarindo was fun but the beach itself was very busy. Margaritaville was an easy enough drive from the airport and the national park to go hike the waterfalls and volcano. If you drive yourself, be aware route 911 has a washout and you will have to drive through a small bit of riverbed. It sounds worse than it is, plenty of sedans made it through. It was dark when we first encountered it but once we drove it in the daylight it was no big deal. Traffic can be intense from 4-7 pm on the roads coming in and out of town. If you like setting your own schedule and exploring independently, definitely rent a car. Parking is free at Margaritaville! The staff was lovely, rooms very clean and loved being walking distance to numerous restaurants. Overall it was a great place to stay for our first trip to Costa Rica.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rodd

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candis Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amenities and location
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We actually got to experience three different types of rooms while we were there because we got married - we checked into the standard room which was great (a balcony overlooking the pool) and then the honeymoon suite for 3 nights which was AMAZING, following that we were moved into a 1 bedroom ocean view suite, which was also amazing. It had two balconys, a kitchenette, living room, bedroom and bathroom. One of the balconys had sun loungers and the other had a table and chairs. The staff at the resort were fabulous, the food was great, the atmosphere was also great! The location was perfect as the beach that it is on was stunning. I really do not have much to complain about. It is a very small resort, one pool, I believe 4 places to eat (open at different times) but we found it just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen L

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was great, now I truly understand the term ‘pura vida”; thank you to Priscilla and Jose, Felix , and the many other workers and staff(too many to recall all the names), from the staff at its 5 o’clock somewhere to the banana wind restaurant as well as the Italian restaurant Capriccios Pizza Bistro & Cafe and of course the swim up bar License to chill, it was amazing. So much I can say the front desk, housekeeping always accommodating and understanding; to make me and my family stay pleasant definitely a place to go!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Imad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room is outdated , running water in toilet. Not lot of variety for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! Best decision we made to book the Margaritaville and do the All-Inclusive package. Food was fantastic, drinks delicious, beach was perfect and pool with pool bar the best. Everyone there was very friendly, fun to have great conversations, helpful and on point. Special thanks to Rodolfo, Juan, Elias, Steicy, Sebastian and the security Edwin. Fun times!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fabulous and very accommodating, great rooms and wonderful staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

' Loida

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were very friendly, but the amenities are limited, the food is underwhelming, especially for the price. The hotel store is extremely expensive compared to local markets.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything, specially the Staff! they make it extra special with their smiles and attitude. Thanks to Fiona, Elias and Gabriel!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Craig Allan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, resort and rooms were very clean. Food was good. Only draw back was that it sits on a public beach and there were no resort chairs unless you carried them there from the towel area. The beach itself was good not rocky and fairly clear. Didn’t see much in the water though.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kristine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great staff. Food was OK and mostly the same every day. If you smoke you have to basically leave the property just a heads up on that. Otherwise very nice small quiet (for the most part) relaxing place. Also if you are an early riser and you drink coffee they will not let you in the buffet to get coffee before 6:30am. This goes for all and if you have an excursion that leaves early this would be an issue. They should definitely have it available somewhere accessible. They do have coffee makers in the room but just make sure it works.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ramon G

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Lilydale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
#1 and #1A things that stand out at this resort are the staff and the beach. You can walk right across the street to a beautiful beach. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier, Miami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me gusto mucho el hotel ,buen servicio ,todo super limpio ,la comida excelente y la playa espectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025