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Sunshine Sanctuary

3.0 star property
Lodge in Cóbano with free breakfast and spa services

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Comfort Quadruple Room | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pool

Explore the area

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200m NW of Amor de Mar Hotel, Suspension bridge on the right, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111
  • Montezuma Falls
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Montezuma Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Piedra Colorada
    ‪29 min walk‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Honeymoon Studio Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Honeymoon Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Montezuma

Sunshine Sanctuary places you within a leisurely stroll of Montezuma Beach and Montezuma Falls. This 7-room, 3-star lodge welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Montezuma Falls - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Montezuma Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Montezuma Catholic Church - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Montezuma Gardens - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 30 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cocina De Leña La Cobaneña - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Marisqueria Soemi - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bakery Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Panadería Cabuya - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Sunshine Sanctuary

Lodge in Cóbano with free breakfast and spa services
Sunshine Sanctuary features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-in, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Furnished balconies or patios, dining areas, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish 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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Panorama Bar

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • 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.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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; cash is not accepted
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—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. 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.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Suntrails Lodge Montezuma
Suntrails Lodge Cobano
Suntrails Cobano
Suntrails Lodge
Sunshine Sanctuary Lodge
Sunshine Sanctuary Cóbano
Sunshine Sanctuary Lodge Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Sunshine Sanctuary offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunshine Sanctuary?

As of Aug 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunshine Sanctuary on Aug 16, 2025 start from $75.0, 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.

What is there to do around Sunshine Sanctuary?

This lodge is located in Cóbano, just steps from Montezuma Falls. You'll also find Montezuma Beach and Montezuma Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is a spa located at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Spa services at the lodge include deep-tissue massages.

Does Sunshine Sanctuary feature a casino at the property?

No, Sunshine Sanctuary doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sunshine Sanctuary?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and midnight.

What do couples enjoy most about Sunshine Sanctuary?

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

Are there hot tubs at Sunshine Sanctuary?

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

Does Sunshine Sanctuary have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Sunshine Sanctuary serves free full breakfasts at Panorama Bar each morning.

Will Sunshine Sanctuary allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sunshine Sanctuary.

Are there connecting rooms at Sunshine Sanctuary?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Sunshine Sanctuary?

The closest major airport to Sunshine Sanctuary is Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is 4.8 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tambor (TMU), which is located 12.9 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Yes, every guestroom at Sunshine Sanctuary comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Sunshine Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 79 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il faut être assez autonome, car le personnel n’est pas souvent présent ! Le déjeuner est vraiment excellent. L’accès à la chute gratuitement est vraiment agréable! Les installations tel que la piscine et la cuisine sont des plus. À quatre, nous avons trouvé qu’il commençait à y manquer un peu d’espace de rangement. En gros, nous avons vraiment apprécié notre séjour et la vue est magnifique !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful jungle retreat on the hill above Montezuma. Limited number of rooms, bright and airy. Clean, with mini fridge and a complete kitchen below an open air dining with a great ocean view patio where a nice breakfast was served daily. Laundry is available for a fee. Access is up a steep, potholed road just out of town. Turnoff to lodge is a narrow dirt with ample parking. A trail head leading to upper falls with swimming is right out the door. Staff is outstanding and the owner was from the State where I live. Some erosion control work was being done during our visit and only a minor distraction. Highly recommended if your in the Montezuma area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Intimate small hotel with beautiful views of the ocean and tropical landscape (monkeys come visit you at the balcony). Staff and owner go beyond to make you feel at home. You do need a car (as there are no Ubers/taxi readily available). Access to the waterfall was a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tucked into the jungle it is definitely a Sanctuary. Monkeys and birds greet you along with an amazing view of the sunrise. A short walk to the water falls and Butterfly Brewery. The owner is a sweetheart and her hotel shows that. Everything about my stay was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, cute and relaxing! Close to the waterfall, friendly helpful staff, very clean rooms and easy parking. Amazing breakfast. After reading some reviews we were a little worried about the place, but it was not the case. Would highly recommend this place. If you are driving you can park right beside the hotel. If you are walking it would certainly be a trek, but the whole area is like that.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property itself had a nice view but there was garbage around the property. Walkway to property for pedestrians was a hanging bridge, if your scared of heights you’ll have to walk the long way around. The tile at the start of the bridge on the property side was slippery, myself & others almost fell. Was an okay experience overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We loved the property itself however it was difficult getting into the parking as it is a very narrow dirt road with large bumps, the water was also not working and we needed tubs of water to flush, now sink water or shower water. Views were incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

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

We enjoyed our stay a lot.

We really loved this property. Location: it is a little out of the town, not by much but it is a steep hill to climb, so if you don't like a bit of a walk this is not the place for you. It has 2 access points, 1 by vehicle and 1 by foot. We read reviews about the vehicle access being concerning if you didnt have a 4v4. We had a Yaris and managed just fine. It is not a paved access road, but that is similar to most of Costa Rica. Walking access is available over a suspension bridge across the gorge. Only people at the hotel have a key to access the bridge. The views are amazing, from the balcony, the pool and the breakfast area. You also get free access to a paid trail down to the waterfall. It is about a 10-20 minute walk down to the main town/beach area. Room: spacious, clean. Extremely comfortable beds. The shower was big. Balcony's all overlooking the gorge and water. Pool: on the smaller side but the deck over looks the forest and you are in the canopy. You can see the coastline. Breakfast: was delicious. They have a set menu for the week. We had french toast the first day and scrambled eggs with avocado and toast and pinto gallo. Overall a lovely stay! I recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Gabriela, Houston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No tengo nada bueno que comentar. No estuve ni 1 hora en la propiedad ya que cancele mi reservacion al momento que llegue.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wouldn't stay anywhere else after staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sunshine Sanctuary is a beautiful property, with gracious and helpful staff. Staff were very helpful with transportation as we did not have a car. Being so close to the waterfall was delightful, and the views were amazing! Tours to Tortuga can be picked up right at Montezuma beach. As others have noted, it is a steep hill, making one think twice about making the journey more than once a day.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful views and nice balcony Rooms need fans in bathrooms and bedrooms. In our room the air conditioning was leaking on the television. Television did not work this wasn’t a problem for us but might be for someone else. This hotel has good access to beautiful falls if you like a little hike down and back about 20 minutes down to the falls. You will have to take a taxi to town if you’re not good to walk. The hike back to the hotel is very steep.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I found a dead lizard in my room. Another lizard kept coming into my room from the heat exchange housing. There was construction on the property from 7AM-4PM everyday. And the walls definitely were not sound proofed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

JAMES, Arlington

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My wife and I recently stayed 6 nights at the Sunshine Sanctuary. There were things that we loved & things we feel would make for a better experience. We Loved… Location is exceptional!! We especially enjoyed breakfasts in the lookout where you felt like you were living in a treehouse with all the animals that CR offers. A variety of daily breakfasts. Rooms are spacious with a great view. Easy trail access to waterfalls. What would’ve made for a better experience… Better quality linens. Towels were a bit thin & rough. The building was under construction so there was no Yoga studio which wasn’t communicated prior to our arrival. Poor Wi-Fi in rooms. The cable service (TV) did not work for the first 4 nights. The room was spacious but lacked hooks to hang bathing suits, etc. A retractable close line in the shower would have been fine. Most importantly…we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Hayley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice place to stay but wasn’t super clean and the breakfast was just a bowl of fruit. But it was very cute and the property was awesome with the bridge and waterfall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

carol

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

Better be in great shape

I think there should have been more of an emphasis on the many stairs that one needed to negotiate. Some of us seniors are young at heart, but not in the greatest shape. I for instance could not negotiate the stairs without my husbands help.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful sunrise views, room was spacious, wildlife was amazing. Pool was murky, breakfast was simple , room was not cleaned everyday. On a steep hill so could not walk back from town, needed a taxi
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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