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Our top choices for Costa Esmeralda hotels

1. San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
2.0 star property
Costa Esmeralda
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"This place was great! And the Staff was excellent. A perfect little hideaway on the beach"
United States
derick
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

2. San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos Beach Inn
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Costa Esmeralda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (41 reviews)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Lastenia
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
San Carlos Beach Inn

3. Bay View Hotel

Bay View Hotel
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Costa Esmeralda
6.6 out of 10, (106 reviews)
"Nice and quiet place..!"
United States
Jorge
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bay View Hotel

4. Manglar Lodge

Manglar Lodge
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Costa Esmeralda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"Very private, very helpful staff"
United States
Hilary
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Manglar Lodge

5. Hotel Coronado Inn

Hotel Coronado Inn
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Costa Esmeralda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (87 reviews)
"There was no AC in the room. There was a unit but it was not running. I explained this to the staff and they did nothing. The same with the guests next door blaring jazz music all night long. The staff did not even come to the room to address the issue. I was to have had a six night stay but checked out the very next morning. I will not be returning."
United States
DAVID
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Coronado Inn

6. Hotel Eclipse

Hotel Eclipse
3.0 star property
12 km from Costa Esmeralda
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Yummy food, great hosts and very flexible!"
United States
sabrina
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel Eclipse

7. Casa Swell Coronado

Casa Swell Coronado
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Costa Esmeralda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Gorgeous place and great hosts. We had a terrific stay and only wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely be back."
United States
Carissa
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casa Swell Coronado

8. Casa Blanca

Casa Blanca
4.0 star property
0.7 km from Costa Esmeralda
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The entrance is directly to the street and no safe parking "
United States
Raymundo
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Casa Blanca

9. Gorgona Beach Hotel

Gorgona Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
11.9 km from Costa Esmeralda
6.4 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"The room was clean and the bed was comfortable but the property in general needs a serious upgrade but overall for the price was good"
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is €25
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Gorgona Beach Hotel

10. El litoral

El litoral
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Costa Esmeralda
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Wonderful stay great host wonderful breakfast I would stay there again"
Canada
Marie
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
El litoral

11. Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive
3.5 star property
15.8 km from Costa Esmeralda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay and had a great time."
United States
RANJIT
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

12. Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita

Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita
2.5 star property
13.8 km from Costa Esmeralda
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Cabanas Casita La Ermita

13. las cabañas

las cabañas
3.0 star property
12.8 km from Costa Esmeralda
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
las cabañas

14. Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts
3.0 star property
20.3 km from Costa Esmeralda
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Property was great. Right on the beach. Good restaurants and swim up bar. Paid a $10 pet fee for our small dog. All was great"
United States
Rogue
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sanctuary by Playa Caracol Resorts

15. Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort

Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort
4.0 star property
20.6 km from Costa Esmeralda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Buen lugar para pasar en familia, excelentes instalaciones y espectacular vista. Sin duda regresaremos."
United States
Linda
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Ventanas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resort

16. Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort

Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort
3.5 star property
20.9 km from Costa Esmeralda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Loved it! Super comfortable, near the beach everything clean"
United States
Tayna
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Villas The Tides by Playa Caracol Resort

17. Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado

Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado
2.5 star property
10.2 km from Costa Esmeralda
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (52 reviews)
"Nice value for price for a two night stay"
United States
JUAN
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hotel Las Catalinas Coronado

18. Olas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resorts

Olas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resorts
20.4 km from Costa Esmeralda
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"This was an extremely frustrating and unacceptable experience. We called the phone number listed on Expedia countless times, and every single time the number was disconnected. There was absolutely no way to reach the owner of the apartment. Expedia also tried to contact the owner using the same information and was unsuccessful. Neither they nor we were able to get any response at all. Because we had no way of knowing where we were supposed to go or how to access the property, we made the...
United States
Juan
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Olas del Mar by Playa Caracol Resorts

19. Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B
3.0 star property
20.6 km from Costa Esmeralda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"excellent breakfast every day and varied menu. nice room, had a a fridge and coffee maker, sitting area and very clean pool. walkable to beach and few restaurants - beach was very nice. "
Canada
David
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Villa Botero By Casa Mojito B&B

20. The Golden Frog Inn

The Golden Frog Inn
3.0 star property
23.2 km from Costa Esmeralda
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"A wonderful place to stay - a beautifully kept tropical setting with views of the other side of the caldera. Very peaceful. Great value for the high quality of accommodation."
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Golden Frog Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Costa Esmeralda

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A beach scene with palm trees and thatched huts, a sunset in the background, and a concrete structure to the right.
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
10 reviews
View
A sunlit outdoor area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of trees and hills in the background.
San Carlos Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
41 reviews
View
A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall, ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.
Casa Swell Coronado
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
43 reviews
View
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a covered seating area.
Manglar Lodge
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
218 reviews
View
A kitchen with a large island, hanging wicker pendant lights, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.
El litoral
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
66 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What is Costa Esmeralda like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in San Carlos's Costa Esmeralda neighbourhood. Consider a visit to La Ensenada Beach as part of your Costa Esmeralda travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Costa Esmeralda?
Based on our traveller data, San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay in Costa Esmeralda. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Costa Esmeralda, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Costa Esmeralda.
What can I see and do in this San Carlos neighbourhood?
La Ensenada Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Costa Esmeralda. You might also plan a visit to Playa El Palmar when you're sightseeing in San Carlos.