Occidental Grand Papagayo
Hotel Information: Located on Costa Rica’s scenic Northern Pacific coast, this beachfront resort is surrounded by tropical forests and volcanic cliffs that descend to sand beaches and small coves. The resort is 8 km (5 mi) from Playas del Coco, largest village in the Guanacaste province and home to shopping, dining, and nightlife. The village is also a jumping-off point for sport fishing, scuba diving, and surfing.
Amenity highlights: Guests can swim in two outdoor freeform pools (one reserved for children); snorkel, fish, or kayak in the serene waters of Papagayo Bay; polish their forehand on the resort’s lighted tennis court; and take in nightly live entertainment. A volleyball court, day spa, fitness center, and sauna are on site. The resort also offers a daily activities program by the pool and beach.
Insider tip: Located 12 km (7 mi) from the resort, the Congo Trail Canopy Tour (surcharge) takes place in a dry tropical forest with high trees. After a short hike to a platform, visitors can fly down suspended cables over a ravine. Other highlights of the tour include a suspended bridge and even the occasional encounter with howler monkeys.
The majority of amenities, activities, and gratuities at this resort are included in the room rate; guests will not be charged extra for the majority of amenities and activities (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information). All 169 air-conditioned guestrooms at Occidental Grand Papagayo All Inclusive have private balconies or terraces (some with pool or ocean views), tile floors, and natural wood furnishings. Amenities include satellite TV, telephones, and in-room safes. Rooms also offer compact refrigerators and coffeemakers. |
