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Playa Negra Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Beachside hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Patio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View | Balcony

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Playa Negra, Cahuita, 70403
  • Negra Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Playa Cahuita
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Blanca Beach
  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Patio | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Patio

  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Loft, Non Smoking, Pool View | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Loft, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View | Balcony

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Exterior

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1507 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 2153 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cahuita

Playa Negra Guesthouse places you next to Negra Beach and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Blanca Beach. This 7-room hotel has conveniences like a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Negra Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Playa Cahuita - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playa Grande - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica - 15 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Black Beach - 25 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Kawe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Del Rita Paty's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bar & Restaurant Cahuita National Park - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante sobre las Olas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Italiano Cahuita - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Playa Negra Guesthouse

Beachside hotel with outdoor pool
Guests of Playa Negra Guesthouse enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 200.00 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Balconies or patios, sitting areas, and refrigerators 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.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Built in 2008
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Fan
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 20 and January 27.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

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: USD 200.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Playa Negra Guesthouse Hotel Cahuita
Playa Negra Guesthouse Hotel
Playa Negra Guesthouse Cahuita
Playa Negra Guesthouse
Playa Negra Guesthouse Costa Rica/Cahuita
Playa Negra Guesthouse Hotel
Playa Negra Guesthouse Cahuita
Playa Negra Guesthouse Hotel Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Playa Negra Guesthouse?

Playa Negra Guesthouse provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Playa Negra Guesthouse?

This hotel is located in Cahuita, just steps from Negra Beach. You'll also find Playa Cahuita and Blanca Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Playa Negra Guesthouse?

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

Is a spa located at Playa Negra Guesthouse?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Playa Negra Guesthouse have a casino on the premises?

No, Playa Negra Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Playa Negra Guesthouse?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Playa Negra Guesthouse a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include premium bedding and Netflix along with a bar.

Does Playa Negra Guesthouse have a hot tub?

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

Does Playa Negra Guesthouse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Playa Negra Guesthouse doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Playa Negra Guesthouse allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Playa Negra Guesthouse.

Does Playa Negra Guesthouse have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Playa Negra Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to Playa Negra Guesthouse is Limón Intl. Airport (LIO), which is 24.1 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Playa Negra Guesthouse?

Yes, every guestroom at Playa Negra Guesthouse comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Playa Negra Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aleksei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

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

Beautiful Guesthouse just outside Cahuita

A very pleasant guesthouse where we had a pleasant room and a large veranda. Nice big swimming pool and beautiful garden. The room is clean, has a fridge and kitchen necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just across the street from the ocean and beach, a beautiful, secluded property. Each room/cabins has private outdoor space. Our quad room had great mini kitchen type amenities. Ocean waves, sloths, parrots, toucans, iguanas, tree frogs and CONSTANT agoutis running around! A little paradise. The owners are very helpful. Our only complaint is that it was a bit of a walk from town for our six year old’s legs, but we knew that up front so the property can’t be faulted for that. Just lovely in every way! Beach toys, towels, and chairs all included too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing. Sat on the Balcony at night with a glass of wine listening to the ocean. The wild life was also amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable friendly place with a beautiful beach right across the road. Lots of wildlife on the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee, Louisville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible owners, perfect location, gorgeous grounds… we saw multiple sloths, toucans, parrots, tree frogs, and more… ALL on property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved every second of our stay. Place is run by 2 passionate owners. They shared local ideas and advices in between pointing out slots, iguanas, toucans that inhabit their wonderful property. Couldn’t recommend that place enough and can only be jealous of next guests that will be staying in Maria and Pierre’s property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marie and Pier are excellent host or the place and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

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

Bird watcher’s paradise!

This CNN is a bird watchers paradise. Amazing natural property. The room # 4 had a squeaky bed but a great veranda for watching birds. Extra small table and chairs in the room would have been good. The use of the BBQ at the pool was wonderful!
Stairs up to room #4
Pool
Yellow cabin
View from balcony
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, this property was in a good location and was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! This place is wonderful. Lovely room, beautiful grounds, nice pool. Excellent staff. Beach right across the street. Wish we stayed for longer than 1 night. Would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was fantastic. We had a total of 13 people and we all had different unique options
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Reaf

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and friendly! Excellent location. Perfect for beach and natural living on Caribbean coast. Black sand beaches as well as white sand beaches are easily accessible. The host is very hospitable and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali, Culver City

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Our bungalow was extremely nice, spacious, comfy beds and with basic kitchen supplies to allow us to cook basic meals. The. Grounds were absolutely beautiful and well-maintained. The hosts were generous with showing us the local flora and fauna, the large, clean pool was an added bonus to cool off and entertain our daughtet. The hosts even allowed us to use the pool and store our bags until we could check in to our next hotel as we had accidentally not booked an extra night and had to stay somewhere else one more day. Cannot recommend more highly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely quality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful property and reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing hotel with wonderful owners. Marise very welcoming and helpful and Pierre great at showing you all the wildlife you can see in the garden. They have truly thought of everything you could want.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John, overland park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is absolutely beautiful. The grounds are immaculate and the pool is very clean and relaxing. Nice quiet visit among nature.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hessam

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

A must stay place!!

If we could give this place a higher score, we would. Extremely polite owners and staff that have created an absolute paradise within an already existing paradise of Cahuita in Costa Rica. The country is truly beatiful and we had plans to hop around accommodations, but that all changed once we came to Playa Negra Guesthouse. What was intended as a two night stay, we immediately booked to stay an additional two nights longer. Just the wildlife alone within the property grounds are amazing, thriving and abundant and the owners go the extra mile to show you where all the critters and wildife are hiding if you have trouble spotting them. The hospitality of the owners is bar none and we look forward to staying there again another few nights on our return back up from the south side. You want peace and tranquility in paradise, look no further!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

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

Super séjour

Super beau site avec grands jardins avec des singes hurleurs, paresseux, iguanes et grenouilles. On a apprécié la petite cuisinette et la terrasse pour nos petits-déjeuners. Directement devant la playa Negra. Nous avons eu un super accueil par Annie et de bons conseils pour les visites à faire par Marise et Pierre
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Book it, literally just do it, it is the place to stay. Couldn’t be more beautiful, the owners couldn’t be more helpful. Just all around wonderful. Literally a stay in a well maintained jungle like property, couldn’t get any better! The pool was amazing and much needed after walks in the jungle!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about Playa Negra. Beautiful, magical garden and pool. Meticulously clean and comfortable room, with a veranda. We could hear ocean waves and howler monkeys in the morning. Great walkable proximity to National Park and multiple restaurants. The owners are incredibly helpful, kind and knowledgeable. We stayed 6 nights and hated to leave.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

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