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Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
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2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Exterior
Property entrance
Standard Room | View from room
Free beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach towels, beach massages

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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2 km Este de Playa Carrillo, Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste, 51103
  • Place, Carrillo Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Samara Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Camaronal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪57 min drive‬
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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Hot Tub

Luxury Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Hot Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa

Jump on the free shuttle and head to the beach, relax by one of Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pamper yourself at the hotel's full-service spa.
Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. This Puerto Carrillo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. The spa is equipped with a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open select days.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Carrillo Beach. You'll find features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Leyenda
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Indulge with body wraps, massages, or hydrotherapy at the spa
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a computer, and laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Carrillo Beach and 12 minutes from Samara Beach
  • Free beach shuttle service
You'll be playing in the surf in no time with a free ride on the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle. At Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a garden, and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Puerto Carrillo hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Leyenda - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Onsite venue #2 - sports bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Leyenda

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 10 2026 to October 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
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 hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Leyenda Hotel Samara
Leyenda Samara
Hotel Leyenda Samara
Hotel Leyenda
Hotel Leyenda Carrillo
Leyenda Carrillo
Hotel Leyenda Puerto Carrillo
Leyenda Puerto Carrillo
Hotel Hotel Leyenda Puerto Carrillo
Puerto Carrillo Hotel Leyenda Hotel
Hotel Hotel Leyenda
Leyenda
Leyenda Hotel

Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 291 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Everything was clean and the restaurant was excellent. Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, even decorated my room for my birthday. Hotel is beautiful, clean, and walking distance to the beach. The pools are lovely, especially the second pool and hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, wonderful included breakfast. Close enough to Samara to go into town. Did a spa treatment and it was ok, expensive for Costa Rica, and nothing special which was too bad when everything else was so lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rooms were clean and spacious. The staff was courteous and welcoming. The pool was amazing! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, nice yard and pool areas
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
modern nice room with big terrasse
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are beautiful! Upon arriving we were greeted with a yummy refreshing drink. Had enough space to hold our large group. Food at the complimentary breakfast buffet was very good! Pool was lovely, super close to the Carrillo beach and Samara beach. Saw beautiful red macaws at Playa Carrillo. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel at a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my wife stayed there 9 night and we took advantage of the dining at the facility,food was absolutly wounderful and the portion were generous,the room,pool restaurant was clean to perfection . The staff were wounderful has well and very polite and professionnal we would return in a flash ,we had a relaxing time thanks again
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great breakfast and quiet hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and very nice rooms. Staff were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The staff were extremely accommodating and nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the cleanest places we've stayed in 30 days traveling around Costa Rica! Great for kids with the nice pool and playground.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grounds were beautiful. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and landscaping, nice pools, clean, modern rooms and friendly and helpful staff. Good restaurant, too. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will totally recommend this hotel !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

We had such a great stay. The pool was pristine and great with young kids. Delicious meals and drinks and I liked being outside of Samara in some peace and quiet. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small boutique hotel with a nice pool area with a poolside bar. Very clean, with a good restaurant and nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were welcomed with refreshing juice drinks, helpful staff, helpful information about the property, shuttle to beach, pick up and drop off times. Beautiful restaurant and great attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Clean. Friendly. Warm welcome. Free upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous, peaceful place close to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world at Playa Carillo.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with friendly staff. Lots of activities and within a decent drive of the beach. Rooms were comfortable and showers were hot. Good place for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023