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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
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Garden
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

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

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

Family Studio Suite

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

About the neighborhood

Cabo Velas

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo places you next to Flamingo Beach and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Playa Brasilito. This 120-room, 3.5-star resort has 2 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and 3 restaurants.
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What's nearby

  • Potrero Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Playa Potrero - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Playa Brasilito - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Conchal Beach - 16 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar & Restaurante Arenas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪OCEANA - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Guests of Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CRC 69000 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach resort include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 29-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes.
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.

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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 transportation

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

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 (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1966
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • This property welcomes pets for CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (77 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

As of Mar 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo on Apr 11, 2026 start from $304, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

This resort in Cabo Velas is within a 10-minute walk of Flamingo Beach and Potrero Bay. You'll also find Playa Potrero and Playa Brasilito within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

Onzen Spa is the resort's spa and services include prenatal massages, Swedish massages, body wraps, and reflexology.

Does Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo feature a casino on the premises?

No, Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo good for couples?

This beachfront resort offers many amenities for couples, including champagne service as well as an ocean-view restaurant and 2 outdoor pools.

Are there hot tubs at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

No, but this resort does have a steam room.

Does Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo has 3 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo for a fee of CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this resort.

How close is the airport from Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

The closest major airport to Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 12.9 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is located 27 mi away (65-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo?

Yes, some guestrooms at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offer a balcony and may feature pool views.

Does Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo.

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kendal Joseph

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashwani

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating and ensured our stay was a good one. The location bythe beach was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very well located, super clean. The staff were friendly and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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