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Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with full-service spa
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On the beach
Suite, Balcony, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, ocean views
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Playa Carrillo, Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste, 51103
  • Carrillo Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • La Selva
  • Samara Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪48 min drive‬
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Room options

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Deluxe Room | Beach/ocean view

Deluxe Room

  • 592 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

  • 699 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Balcony, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 783 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Carrillo

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows places you next to Carrillo Beach and within a few miles (5 km) of other popular attractions like Samara Beach. This 63-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Carrillo Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Samara Beach - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Buena Vista Beach - 25 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Playa Barrigona - 25 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Guiones Beach - 37 min drive - 17.1 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Microbar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows

Beachfront hotel with full-service spa
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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 6 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • 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. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

This hotel is located in Puerto Carrillo, just steps from Carrillo Beach. Samara Beach is also within a driving distance of 2.1 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows on Jun 18, 2025 start from $276.45, excluding 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.

Is parking available on site at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

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

Does Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows have a casino?

No, Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Does Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

The closest major airport to Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows is Nosara (NOB), which is 21 mi away (69 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or mountain views.

Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 329 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Faith

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was amazing and the food and service at the restaurant was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nammbu is a very cool hotel next to an awesome beach. We had a great experience there and will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room and the pool area was amazing. Room was clean and very spacious. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

VIncent

Liked: Cleanliness
I would not go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with a beautiful view Carrillo of beach. The pool was amazing. The staff was friendly and welcoming. If you need to go to town it is a $15 taxi ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

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

Nice hotel and property.

Our stay was very enjoyable. The property is very hilly and with bad knees it made it difficult to get around. But the hotel moved us to a room beside the office and on the ground floor which made everything easier for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Domenica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had the misfortune of staying at Nammbú, and as a Costa Rican and avid traveler (who visited over 30 properties in 2024), this was by far the most appalling and concerning hotel experience I have had. Safety and Maintenance: The main door lock broke, leaving my room insecure (I am a woman traveling solo). Maintenance took 45 minutes to fix it and replace the entire door system. This happened at 10pm on Dec 31st, disrupting my New Year’s Eve plans. Later, the new lock rendered my key card useless, forcing me to seek help from a security guard to access my room at 4am. Unprofessional Staff: On New Year’s Day, I was rudely awakened at 8:40 a.m. by a housekeeper, despite having planned to rest and having my check-out scheduled for 12pm. Worse, if the lock hadn’t been repaired, the housekeeper could have entered while I was sleeping. Unsanitary Conditions: My room lacked Wi-Fi, and the toiletries provided were already opened and used. The hand soap caused me to develop dermatitis. Room Service and Food: The food was inedible—fish fingers were hard and tasteless, and a hamburger arrived raw, cold, and dry after repeated delays and follow-ups. Hotel’s Response: Management ignored my complaints and, when pressed, gaslit me by calling these incidents “minor inconveniences.”The hotel refused to take responsibility. They stated that not having me pay for the inedible food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

oscar

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

Great Staff, but Management and Food Need Improve

This is a very good hotel with excellent and attentive staff. However, the overall management shows a lack of knowledge in basic hospitality standards. For example, there is moss in the pool, overly soft mattresses that become very uncomfortable, and staff members like the security guard and gardener are tasked with repairs. The lowest point is the food. Most dishes have an unpleasant taste of rancid oil, and the fruit is of poor quality. This is a crucial moment for the hotel to address these issues properly; otherwise, it risks falling into a downward spiral, which is hard to recover from. I emphasize once again that the staff is excellent and very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, great staff delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi, Seattle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we LOVED the staff, each morning David and Melania greeted us for desayuno and made our dining experience memorable by taking excellent care of us! We will definitely be back to this resort and will tell others about this magical place! Thank you! we had Johanness (sp) help us with our transportation needs at the last minute, bless his heart and al of his efforts!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
This was my family's third time staying at the hotel. We have always enjoyed our experience at the hotel which is why we returned for a third visit this past September. We were last there in April of this year and in March of 2023. Unfortunately, during this visit we encountered a security issue at the hotel, as I returned to the hotel room the morning of our last day at the hotel to obtain some items half way through breakfast and upon returning to the hotel room I entered and found a maintenance worker had broken in through the back glass doors which were open and he was searching our belongings. Someone had to have opened the lock on the doors for him as the glass was not broken. The maintenance worker was confronted and he left the room quickly. We reported the incident and it appeared that nothing was done at the hotel and no one was eager to help us, despite the fact we were there with 5 children. After the trip, I informed the owner and was advised by the owner that the maintenance worker was fired from his job and that the hotel had taken steps to deal with the issue. Because of this experience I would not return nor recommend the hotel to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property next to lovely beach with great friendly staff cannot wait to go back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here twice and have enjoyed the hotel each time. Second time we came to the hotel with three children, ages 6, 10, 12 and they loved it as well. Very peaceful and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

CHERYLENE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food services were just ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Junko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is advertised as beachfront and it is not. You also have to walk up and down a very long steep incline to get from the parking lot to your room.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shelley, Noblesville

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Shelby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the Bungalows was excellent except the food and drinks. The room was fantastic and the front desk staff was very helpful and accommodating. They chased us down into the parking lot after we checked out to advise us we had an Expedia credit and they wanted to refund us the amount. Thanks for that. My only qualm was with the drinks and the food at the restaurant. They have a great happy hour deal on drinks by the pool in the afternoons. Problem is the booze is HEAVILY diluted. I finally ordered a martini as an experiment and it was so watered down I couldn’t even taste the gin. Which is basically all a martini is. Wild. We had dinner one night at the restaurant and it was mediocre at best. The seafood appetizer was frozen seafood in jarred pasta sauce. Our server brought out my wife’s main course and then asked me if I wanted to order something to eat after he had taken both our orders earlier. No big deal on the service as they were busy with a tour of retirees so I understand. But the food was lackluster. The chefs are obviously competent but they need to use better ingredients. No other dining options in the area unless you drive up to Samara, so they should really concentrate on improving the food. Once that is in play I would recommend Nammbu Bungalows without reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel. Very spacious rooms. And lovely grounds. And easy access to a beautiful beach. A couple of nice restaurants in walking distance. Or an easy drive to Sámara for more options. Would have rated higher but they did not give any of the recognition for hotels.com gold - no room upgrade, no early check in or late checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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