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Sunshine Sanctuary

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Cóbano lodge

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Restaurant
Honeymoon Studio Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Comfort Quadruple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
200m NW of Amor de Mar Hotel, Suspension bridge on the right, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111
  • Montezuma Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Montezuma Falls
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Montezuma Catholic Church
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

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

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Honeymoon Studio Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Honeymoon Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Apartment

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Montezuma

Seaside stay .You'll find Montezuma Beach and Montezuma Falls within a 15-minute walk of this Cóbano lodge. Montezuma Catholic Church and Montezuma Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Montezuma Beach - 9 min walk
  • Montezuma Falls - 11 min walk
  • Montezuma Catholic Church - 13 min walk
  • Piedra Colorada - 8 min drive
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 39 min drive

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

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Cóbano lodge
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Sunshine Sanctuary. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cóbano lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Sunshine Sanctuary offers 7 shared accommodations, which are air-conditioned, accessible via exterior corridors, and feature safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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

How close is Sunshine Sanctuary to the airport?

Sunshine Sanctuary is 4.8 mi (17-min drive) away from the Cóbano Airport (ACO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunshine Sanctuary?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunshine Sanctuary on Feb 1, 2025 start from $100.0, 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.

Does Sunshine Sanctuary have an airport shuttle?

Sunshine Sanctuary offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Sunshine Sanctuary to the beach?

This lodge is a short 9-minute walk from Montezuma Beach and 8.7 mi (39-min drive) from Santa Teresa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunshine Sanctuary offer free breakfast?

Sunshine Sanctuary offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sunshine Sanctuary?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunshine Sanctuary?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Sunshine Sanctuary have a pool?

Sunshine Sanctuary features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to midnight.

Does Sunshine Sanctuary have a restaurant?

Sunshine Sanctuary is home to Panorama Bar, which features ocean views and a poolside location.

Does Sunshine Sanctuary have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Sunshine Sanctuary to downtown Cóbano?

Sunshine Sanctuary is 1.4 mi away from Montezuma.

Sunshine Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Bruce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property has a LOT of potential, the landscaping needs more plants to hide pipes, and dead vines need out of the trees. The driveway into the hotel needs some dirt to fill in ruts. Swinging bridge needs lights in the night. The positive the hotel has a nice view, the rooms were clean, the staff was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful small quiet hotel in the middle of the jungle! Great, clean room with an excellent view and easy access to town! Free access to Montezuma waterfall trial from Sunshine Sanctuary property. Good breakfast and lots of wildlife right on the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amin

Traveled with family
Very unique, Lovely people. Dedicated suspension bridge for the hotel. Friendly environment
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Monique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice view of the sea, lot's of birds & capuchin monkeys, easy access to waterfalls, and quiet area. Guests should be aware beforehand that: without a vehicle there's a very steep hill of a good mile up to the narrow dirt path to the hotel, not easy walking with bags or if a certain age/health state; to access money people must go to Cobano 7km away; need to ask for the room to be cleaned including throwing out garbage; breakfast is set and change is difficult- not enough to eat. Staff presence not evident most of the time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elif

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We felt unsafe the first night because the sliding door did not lock and anyone could have entered although they claimed nothing ever happened.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful spot!
We found our stay at Sunshine Sanctuary very enjoyable. Rooms were clean, view was amazing and breakfast the next morning was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful!
We were the only guests staying here which was nice. We booked sort of last minute and when we arrived the place looked close, but after we honked our horn a bit someone came to get us. Joseph was working at the tune and he was so very helpful and hospitable. He made sure we had everything we needed, answered all our questions, and helped us with answering questions about things to do in the area and tours. The room was very nice and was the property that is minutes from a waterfall and has a hanging bridge to see nature from. The only issue we had were ants in our room, but this is largely due to the environment the hotel is located in and this is a common occurrence in many hotels in Costa Rica. We noticed Joseph and he was quick to help us out. Overall it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

4/10 Poor

Monika

Disliked: Room comfort
Did not have room when we arrived
We got to the hotel around 6pm, tired after a long jungle hike and looking forward to what looked like a nice room on the booking site. But we were told they do not have a room for us, despite our confirmed reservation. Would not even let us in on the premises to connect to the wifi and with no cell signal, we could not reach booking agency to raise the issue. They did recommend other place, which ended up being just a below-par tiny room with a small bed, no breakfast, and 15% more expensive. Well, it was OK to crash in for the night and it had an AC, but it surely was not what we booked.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a little jungle hide away. It’s basically a dirt trail you drive through to get to this little jewel. The rooms are all modern clean with lots of room. Only down fall is it’s about a 5 minute drive DOWN the mountain to get to the restaurants and beach. Did I mention Montezuma Falls are right there a 10 minute walk. Top notch as far as I am concerned.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020