Does JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa?

As of Aug 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa on Sep 2, 2025 start from $449.0, 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.

Is JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this resort allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 140 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa?

Some rate plans available at this resort are all-inclusive.

Where is JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa located?

Located in Tamarindo, this beachfront resort is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Mansita Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Tamarindo Beach and Flamingo Beach are also within 20 mi (32 km).

JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Aug 15, 2025

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

Great stay, fantastic staff and beautiful property.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Aug 14, 2025

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

The property is beautiful, the staff is fantastic, and the food is delicious. The room had a lovely view of the garden from the balcony and my children absolutely loved the pool. One downside: It is very secluded so it is a long drive to go one excursions.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Jul 17, 2025

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

We stayed in a garden view suite with a private pool. The room was excellent!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Jun 30, 2025

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

Staff was amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Jul 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful resort, great service and lots of things to do in area. Although excursions were a bit far concierge coordinated everything for my family. Will definitely return.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Jun 16, 2025

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

The pool area is nice and not overcrowded. The pool bar drinks and staff are great! The beach is great for a nice morning walk.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Mar 30, 2025

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

Loved it was there with my family!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Madeline

Jun 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property and amazing amenities. Truly a luxury experience that matches the price tag. It was great to stay here for 2 nights and relax. The beach and pool were fantastic, as was all the food we tried. Their restaurants are phenomenal. However, we only did 2 nights because there isn’t much else to do. A great little reprieve from the adventures of Costa Rica.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gautam

Aug 17, 2025

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

We had minor issues with AC being always on, and the thermostats not kicking in. There was also a clog in the AC unit and cause leaking from the ceiling. The road to the resort needs work. There is a 10 minute stretch that’s really nerve wracking if you are coming in for the first time when it’s dark, and you worry about the damage to the vehicle. Other than that, it’s a great place and does deserve all the 5-stars.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Aug 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

I liked that the property had friendly staff and the grounds were well maintained as well as the room. It was more remote which hindered us from leaving the property except for an excursion. It was posted the beach had strong currents and swimming was ill advised which was disappointing. Also no Costa Rican food options for dinner restaurants on the property and there were limited options close to the resort. My other issue was we purchased “all inclusive “ and many times we were served drinks that were not covered but told after the fact which was irritating. Sparkling water was not included- odd. Overall it was ok, the resort shows wear. If you are looking to get out on your own and go to town- this is not the resort for you.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Apr 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice resort but need to drive between 2 to 4 hours to see waterfalls, rain forest and most activities

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

emilia

May 22, 2025

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Staff were AMAZING such lovely people I truly cannot express that enough. However, location a little inconvenient as there is a required dirt path that you need to take to leave and come in. The path is so raggedy and bumpy it’s almost painful. Other than that this resort is amazing

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

mark oliver

Jul 19, 2025

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

Service was awful. Room service was 2 hours multiple times. When leaving our rental car had a dead battery. We asked concierge for a taxi. Said there were no taxi to airport. Asked for shuttle. Said no shuttle. Asked how I could get to the airport and he said he didn’t know. There were many more failures along the way as well.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Jan 19, 2025

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

Awesome trip!! People were so nice and friendly

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Oct 27, 2024

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

Staff were excellent and extremely friendly.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Apr 23, 2025

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

Beautiful property, huge pool, variety of restaurants. Slightly isolated from any towns (half hour drive to Tamarindo and they have a shuttle). Walked to a nice beach restaurant, Lola’s. Could advertise that the spa has a sauna, steam room and small pool. Spa prices were high for Central America but service was good. Really enjoyed the Tamarine Restaurant. Room was very comfortable with a large bathtub. Pool is huge. Nice property, about an hour and a half from Liberia airport. Found a less expensive van to and from Liberia airport than what the Marriott offered.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

GE

Apr 24, 2025

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

NOTHING TO SAY. WAS TRRIBLE

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Dec 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff were very good bent over backwards to serve . The food was out of this world

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

May 20, 2024

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

Great stay at this JW. Friendly staff and great food options.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Aug 7, 2024

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

I had a good time with my family, not much dining options so had to always eat out.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jayden

Aug 14, 2025

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

I wouldn't go back here. If you're already in the area and looking for a place to stay for a couple nights it's probably worth it, but we did our honeymoon here for 8 nights and I wouldn't recommend staying here for that long. Pros: - The pool and property grounds are pretty awesome - Most of the staff are really nice and friendly - All of the food, although limited (see Cons section), was quite good, everything tasted great Cons: - We did the "All Inclusive" option, don't do this. There's so few restaurants and one of them isn't even included in the All Inclusive package, on top of that there are menu items/drinks that aren't included too. It was also confusing what was and wasn't included, kept getting different answers from the staff, so I was nervous that I was going to get a huge bill by the end of the trip. - The pool was quite warm for a few of the days we were there (early August), makes sense for how hot the weather was when we were there, but it wasn't very refreshing when you're looking for an escape from the heat - I see a lot of people praising the cleanliness in other reviews, but we had gross dark smudges around the bathroom and stains on sheets and the chair in the room. Nothing too crazy, but was a bit gross. - If you're looking for a nice beach, don't go here. It's very rocky, was quite choppy when we were there, and the sand isn't anything to write home about (though there are shells and things to see if that's what you're into)

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rene

Jan 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Way over priced for what it was . Staff was short handed . Not paradise for theses prices ! Food was good nothing great ..

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Dec 23, 2022

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

Excellent staff! Great pool, beach, restaurants, food!

10/10 Excellent

David

Mar 20, 2024

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

One of the best resorts at which we’ve ever stayed. The food at the restaurants we visited was world class, the staff was friendly and attentive (a special shout out to Marco for leading morning yoga practices on the beach), the fitness center was well-appointed, and every day felt like paradise!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall Eugene

Jul 10, 2022

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

Staff and service was amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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