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Green Sanctuary Hotel

2.5 star property

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A tropical garden pathway leading to a reception area with directional signs for a shower, bar, and reception.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and lush greenery.
A wooden building with a metal roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a large tree.
A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by trees and a red umbrella.
A room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a chair outside.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Playa Guiones, 400m south of Bodhi Tree, Nosara, Guanacaste, 50206
  • Place, Guiones Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Nosara Spanish Institute
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Safari Surf School
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shipping Container Triple room with Terrace Garden view

A small, neatly arranged room with a bed, a shelf with keys, a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

Shipping Container Triple room with Terrace Garden view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 197 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shipping Container Triple room with Terrace Poolside

A bed with a quilted bedspread, a hanging macrame wall decoration, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Shipping Container Triple room with Terrace Poolside

  • 197 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shipping Container Double Room

A bed with a dark quilted bedspread, two pillows with leaf patterns, a wall hanging with hanging elements, and a rolled towel on the bed.

Shipping Container Double Room

  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shipping Container Double Room with Terrace

A bed with a dark quilted bedspread, two pillows with leaf patterns, a wall hanging with hanging elements, and a rolled towel on the bed.

Shipping Container Double Room with Terrace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nosara

Green Sanctuary Hotel places you within a short walk of Guiones Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Nosara Spanish Institute. This 8-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Guiones Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nosara Spanish Institute - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Safari Surf School - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Frog Pad - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Playa Pelada - 10 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Luna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rolling Waves - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Howler’s Beach Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Posada Margherita - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Green Sanctuary Hotel

Guests staying at Green Sanctuary Hotel enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Minibars, free local calls, and ceiling fans are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor 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. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes
  • Ziplining

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2014
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 6 and younger (only guests older than 6 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Green Sanctuary Hotel Nosara, Guanacaste
Green Sanctuary Nosara, Guanacaste
Green Sanctuary Hotel Nosara
Green Sanctuary Nosara
Green Sanctuary Hotel Hotel
Green Sanctuary Hotel Nosara
Green Sanctuary Hotel Hotel Nosara

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Green Sanctuary Hotel?

Green Sanctuary Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Green Sanctuary Hotel?

This hotel is located in Nosara within a short 11-minute walk of Guiones Beach. You'll also find Nosara Beach and Playa Pelada within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Green Sanctuary Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Green Sanctuary Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Green Sanctuary Hotel include a casino?

No, Green Sanctuary Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Green Sanctuary Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Green Sanctuary Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Does Green Sanctuary Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Green Sanctuary Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Green Sanctuary Hotel serves free full breakfasts each morning from its snack bar.

Will Green Sanctuary Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Green Sanctuary Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Green Sanctuary Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Green Sanctuary Hotel?

The closest major airport to Green Sanctuary Hotel is Nosara (NOB), which is 4.2 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tamarindo (TNO), which is around 28.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Green Sanctuary Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished patio and a terrace.

Green Sanctuary Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 110 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac was adequate. Lovely greenery around pool area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very responsive and apprehensive of our stay. We arrived to a huge windstorm that had cut the power to that section of the city, and the staff were incredibly helpful with making our stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

johanna

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

Awesome

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and a nice and friendly environment. Excellent surfing near by at Playa Guiones
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it so much, I’m going back to stay one more night before I fly home. The breakfast they provide is DELICIOUS and the staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheryl

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

Amazing breakfast!

First time staying in a shipping container. Bathroom was nice. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great use of space. Breakfast was fantastic, would be nice to have a light dinner / beverage option at the property but understand the constraints!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great place for the cost.

Great place particularly for the price. Room size is adequate and we’ll appointed. Grounds are beautiful and the people are, well this is Costa Rica, wonderful. Easy parking out front and an easy walk to the beach. A bit of a walk to town but being out on top of the hill has its advantages in quiet too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is adorable and perfect for travellers who want to save some money while staying in the jungle. The pool is small and intimate - perfect for plunges and cooling off while sun tanning, the yoga Shala overlooking the jungle is beautiful and staff are so friendly. Only issues I had here was I could hear the person in the next room over moving and coughing all night (no sound proofing and very thin walls with the shipping container design) and the bathroom and bed area had ants all of the walls (this isn’t a sanitation thing, it’s just the season in CR). Staff provided me with ant spray to control the spread and it seemed to work after a few hours. As long as you know about the thin walls and potential bugs based on the season in Nosara, this place is great. I also want too happy that I booked a double room w a terrace view overlooking the mountains but was “upgraded” to a triple room with a garden walk-out. As a solo traveller I wanted to more secluded double room w mountain terrace and didn’t want the extra bed. They had given my room to someone else by the time I checked in and didn’t want to honour my specific room booking type.
Cute set up in room
Ants on walls above the bed/no headboard
Garden view room
Breakfast was included and delicious. It is not the same as what is shown in the hotels.com pictures though (I asked for the avocado w breakfast as it is shown on the pictures but they don’t offer that, not even for extra fee)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was comfortable, quiet, and clean. The
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highs and lows

Some things really great, some things not. Would probably have found some place else if I knew about rule forbidding flushing toilet paper. Love the idea of using containers for rooms, but craftsmanship was off a bit. Breakfast was awesome! Location beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Green Sanctuary gets a green light!

The roads are crazy bad but it felt like an adventure. The construction noise was the pits but we hardly paid attention to it because everything else was so lovely! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice container room in well kept grounds. The area surrounding the property was nice with lots of wildlife to observe from the pool area. Although there were a few dining options in easy walking distance from the hotel, the area did not feel entirely safe as evening approached. Staff helpful in arranging ride from airport and to follow up destination and really enjoyed our stay. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mona Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
I had a few major upsets, like improper drainage in the shower and cleanliness was not fully addressed, but the hospitality won me over. Valentina at the front desk is unbelievably kind and was very helpful in easing concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quietness but I didn’t like no staff after 830pm
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me and my wife stayed here for 5 days and it was perfect. Close to the beach and we went to a few beaches but the one near the place was the best one. Staff was super friendly. We had looked at a lot of places before choosing this one and drove by them during our visit and were soooooo glad we chose Green Sanctuary after seeing the other places in this price range. We ate at amazing restaurants that were all close. La Luna on the beach and Huacas in the hills. Both were formal and need reservations but reasonably priced. Beach dog is a casual dining place with the beach vibe but also great food and atmosphere. Stay at Green Sanctuary you will not be disappointed!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with lush landscaping, nice pool and not too far from the beach or restaurants. However, they didn’t have running water for the majority of our stay. It’s not entirely their fault as there is a water shortage in the area, but they didn’t notify us ahead of time to make other arrangements and they also failed to mention it when we checked in. It could be a great place if they get the water situation figured out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great ‘Glamping experience!

First let me mention Awes that Christina was awesome! Yeah, she went above and beyond to accommodate all of our needs. She made reservations at restaurants, she ordered pizza for us and anything else we needed. But just to clarify, there is not a bar or a spa or yoga on the property. There is not a restaurant or a boutique. The breakfast is excellent and it is made to order. The lady did a fabulous job. If you’re looking for a glamping experience, this is what this place is. The family of monkeys that came through yesterday was a great experience as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do not trust the pics or reviews

Pictures are quite deceiving…the place is a little run down but with ok service. Main complaint is that we did not have a functioning toilet (which also leaked) and no warm water. We were not the only ones without a toilet. We were happy to be able to leave after one night and will not return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed at Green Sanctuary during our first visit to Costa Rica. We wanted something low maintenance, affordable, but clean, safe and convenient. This place exceeded our expectations. The staff members are lovely, personable and helpful. The rooms had everything we needed, were clean and comfortable and air conditioned. The breakfast was to die for - absolutely delicious. If you’re looking for a comfortable place to stay while you spend most of your days at the beach (surfing w the Coconut Harry’s guys!!!) or elsewhere, this is perfect. We didn’t rent a car and found that we didn’t need one. It was about 10-15 mins walking to the beach, and after the sun went down it was easy enough to find a Tuk Tuk to take us back. Cannot recommend enough. Wish we could live there forever!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Great folks, wonderful breakfast, super clean.

The folks at Green Sanctuary are lovely and efficient. The young woman who greeted us at 6pm was helpful and kind. Breakfast was amazing!!! I had the Tico Special and it was huge and delicious. The only downside is the construction happening a few feet away on the other side of the wall which divides the property. Constant banging metal and drilling from 7am onwards. The Green Sanctuary folks have created a sweet and reasonably priced oasis, converting shipping containers into rooms, and sadly, with the overdevelopment currently happening in this area, their oasis sounds like a construction zone during the day. I feel very sorry that this is happening as their patch is beautifully maintained and managed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Micayla

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel it’s important to share my experience. Upon arrival, the room was extremely hot and the air conditioning was not on. There were large insects throughout the unit despite doors and screens being closed. I immediately brought this to the attention of the front desk. I was told there was nothing they could do and was not offered an alternative room. I could not afford to relocate on short notice, so I remained for the two nights. By the second day, the room developed a visible ant infestation. At approximately 8 PM, I was provided with a can of insect spray and expected to address the issue myself. Additionally, I intended to use the in-room safe during the day, but it was not functional due to missing batteries. Throughout the stay, I felt uneasy and uncomfortable. While I understand this is an eco-style property in a tropical location, the level of heat and insect presence went beyond what I would consider reasonable for a hotel stay. This property may suit travelers who are comfortable with a very open-air, rustic experience. However, for guests expecting a sealed, climate-controlled room, this may not meet expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kimberly

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do not stay here!!!!

Do not stay at this place!!!! Sheets were dirty. AC did not work the first night. They tried to scam me and another desk after our stay with claims of broken coffee pots. Neither of us made coffee and they sent us both the same picture. It is far from everything and not a comfortable stay. Go somewhere else! They have you pay when you get there. I suspect that is so people won’t just leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Xin

Disliked: Staff & service
My flight got cancelled, and the airline didn't habe any more flights in the next 5 days to Costa Rica, so I had to cancel all my bookings. I was able to reach other hotels and adventure companies to talk about the cancellation, but only Green Sanctuary Hotel didn't have anyone to answer the phone call, Whatsapp chat, nor Expedia messages. I tried to reach them for 2 whole days, never once they returned my call/message. Terrible, terrible customer services.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aquiles

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

Noite nos containers

Uma experiência quase monástica, com alojamentos em containers, sem TV, consistente com a proposta de desconexão, mas, o preço é alto pelo que oferece. Na noite na minha estadia as companhia elétrica fazia manutenção e aguardei a volta da energia por 4,5 horas. Quando isto acontece ficam sem luz, ar, ventiladores e água. O desjejum é excelente. Complemento e com uma linda vista.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025