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Pelican Beachfront Hotel

3.0 star property
Parrita beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, restaurant

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels, beach yoga
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Sports facility
Snack bar
Interior detail

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Queen and 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen and 1 Bunk Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
100 Meters from landing strip, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901

What's nearby

  • Playa Esterillos Este - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bejuco Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Esterillos Beach - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hermosa Beach - 20 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Jaco Beach - 30 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 113 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Y Mariscos La Hawaianas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Don Toro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Los Almendros Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante y Pizzería El Maná - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pelican Beachfront Hotel

When visiting Parrita, Pelican Beachfront Hotel is a great choice to consider. After a dip in one of 2 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at El Pelicano, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 15 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon
  • Minimum check-in age – 20
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 20

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 29 kg per pet)*
  • Restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach yoga
  • Horse riding/hire
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Pool table
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

El Pelicano – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in October.

Pets

  • Pet deposit: USD 15 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Hotel Pelicano Esterillos Este
Pelicano Esterillos Este
Pelican Beachfront Hotel Hotel
Pelican Beachfront Hotel Parrita
Pelican Beachfront Hotel Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Beachfront Hotel currently open?
The property is closed in October.
Does Pelican Beachfront Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pelican Beachfront Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Pelican Beachfront Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Pelican Beachfront Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 29 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 15 per stay.
Is parking offered on site at Pelican Beachfront Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Pelican Beachfront Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pelican Beachfront Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Pelican Beachfront Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as horse riding, surfing and beach yoga. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Pelican Beachfront Hotel?
Yes, El Pelicano offers beachfront dining, international cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Pelican Beachfront Hotel like?
Pelican Beachfront Hotel is located on the Parrita Strip, a short 6-minute walk from Playa Esterillos Este.

Pelican Beachfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

Derik, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

We loved the location of this property right on the beach. The staff were very helpful and friendly despite the fact that the owner, Debbie, was berating them every morning for something they did or did not do wrong. All right in front of customers. She every was arguing with a local Tiko, quite loudly, right in the bar area. We had a very relaxing couple of days there and our suite was very nice, but we may not choose to patronize this owner again.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing sunset!!!
We loved it! The owner and staff were wonderful as was the food and the beach. Small hotel but perfect for a quiet vacation. They also helped set up fun stuff to do in the area.
Vicki, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Katherine, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff and the cook were great - delicious salads and good breakfast. Our a/c didn't work well & they moved us to another room. I will go back. It's not fancy but that's not important to me.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Right on the beach can hear surf all night beautiful settin
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Dont do it! The place is run down, everything is breaking, the staff seems annoyed that you are there, the sheets are bleach stained, cobwebs all over, cracks in the doors to the rooms, damaged screens, windows wont lock, etc.
lauren, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is very pookie friendly! The beds were comfortable and the view was great.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hosts were very welcoming and friendly. Helped us with any questions we had about local things to do. Even made calls for us arranging activities. We would certainly stay here again.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Pelican is a wonderful little spot tucked away on a gorgeous Pacific beach. My only hesitation in recommending it in the strongest possible terms is that it might become too popular!
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Beautiful natural surfing beach, quiet and peacefu
The Pelicano hasn't been updated in five years and it's now time to do so, awful beds, dirty typical Central American experience. Staff is adequate and this hotel has a small kitchen and bar but if you're smart you'll bring a lot of your own snacks and drinks as you'll be paying U.S. prices.
anon, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, clean and comfortable
Had a surprising and wonderful stay. One of the most relaxing places I have every been. Clean and comfortable room, beautiful grounds, amazing location on a beach with few people, friendly and helpful staff and wonderful food in the restaurant. We will be back!
Heidi, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing vacation
Staff is awesome. Mike and Diana are very helpfully and focused on customer service. We went to Rainmaker and Mike called to find out what time they opened. He also gave us recommendations on things to look for and paths to take. The beach at the hotel was amazing. Long barefoot walks at sunrise and sunset. We took surf lessons from the hotel staff and had a great time. The garden is beautiful and attracts birds and lizards. Pairs of Macaws flew overhead daily. Parrots and other song birds were there as well. Food at the restaurant was very good with a nice variety of menu items. Staff was great. Wonderful down to earth family friendly hotel.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Acceptable, not exceptional
This hotel is fine for a basic stay in the Esterillos area, but is nothing special. The property has character and immediate access to a beautiful beach. The owners are welcoming. Amenities include bar/restaurant with limited breakfast included, air conditioning, pool, and on-site security guard. The main drawback was that our room was not serviced by housekeeping during our entire stay. So after a few days at the beach, we had accumulated quite a bit of dirt and sand in the room and bathroom, and had gone through the very small ration of linens and toiletries provided. It just seemed like the place is disorganized or takes a "no-frills" approach. The wi-fi was also spotty.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel close to the beach.
We had a great experience at this hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Right on the beach, nice spot.
The highlight is definitely the location and setting of the outside area right on the beach. Price per night is not very competitive vs other hotels located in Manuel Antonio (35 min away), however, Esterillos is not as developed as Quepos, so this is understandable. Place is just fine for those who are not looking for luxury stay, hotel facilities look clean and well maintained.
Ronny, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This place was great! and we would definitely go back in a heartbeat and stay longer than just 1 night. Staff, owners, beach, room, food were all right up our alley.
Rosie, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very good

Comfortable, Laid Back, and Friendly .
When we needed a place to stay for three nights prior to our rental house being ready, we chose the The Pelican Hotel. The price was reasonable and we saw that they speak English. When we arrived, we were delighted by the charming open air restaurant and bar and the friendly welcome by owners, Mikey and Diana. It is not a 5 star resort but it is laid back and comfortable. We enjoyed beverages in the beach chairs watching the sunset, breakfast of eggs, beans and rice, fresh fruit, and plantains each morning, and very friendly service. Even after we moved into our rental house for the remainder of our vacation, we still returned several times to enjoy the food and hospitality at Los Hotel Pelicano.
Tina, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

misrepresentation
Pictures on website not representative of actual place. When we asked to cancel we were charged the full rate. Dirty, dark and run down.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Cute little hotel on the beach
We stay in hotel Pelicano for 5 nights just before Christmas. It was wonderful experience! Diana and Mikey are the nicest hosts ever. They help us not just feel home but took care of scheduling our tours. There are a lot to do around this place: horse riding, ATV cars, snorkeling, kayaking, walking tours, waterfall repelling, beautiful parks... we even took surfing lessons. I should mention that restaurant at hotel Pelicano just the best!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It's the spot
Laid back, tucked away paradise. Nothing fancy or pretentious, yet welcoming environment. The staff was very friendly & helpful. Ex-pats & locals fill the bar & restaurant buzzing with conversation. Perfect affordable place to stay for a Pura Vida surf getaway.
Reggie, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, everyone very friendly
Hotel Pelicanos was a very nice hotel, everyone was very friendly and helpful. Staff were excellent. Food was good, but I was disappointed not to be given fresh tropical fruit for breakfast daily with the eggs and beans and rice. That would have been one of my favourite parts, especially Papaya, mango and pineapple. Fresh juice would also have been nice. It was a lovely spot. I do suggest a few more chairs to lounge on at the beach area. I would definitely stay and here again and want to sometime in the future. It was also nice to walk down the road and look at the birds and flora early in the am and see how many Scarlett Macaws fly over, especially as there were not many a few years ago I heard! I would have like to be able to know more about the different things to do around there on a more personal basis. Thank you so much for the stay. Lunch and dinner was excellent too with a lovely ambience and a variety of other restaurants were nearby for a change in the evening.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect, Beautiful Little Place
I stayed at the Pelicano for a week recently and absolutely loved it. I had a standard room, which served its purpose. In a place like Esterillos Este you really shouldn't be spending much time in your room other than to sleep anyway. The air conditioner worked great, and the bed was comfortable. Mikey and Diana (the owners) were absolutely wonderful; they were there with a smile on their face for anything I needed, checking in with me from time to time. In the mornings I enjoyed fresh local fruit and coffee whilst talking with Mikey and Diana and the staff as everyone started their day, listening to and watching the waves roll in on the beach. One morning one of the staff had collected some coconuts that had fallen the night before, and handed me one with a straw... What a great way to wake up. I spent the afternoons either walking along Playa Esterillos to my hearts content while watching the Macaws that fill the tree line, or day-tripping to many of the amazing sights this part of Costa Rica has to offer. At night I would settle in downstairs at the bar to an amazing and diverse menu and plenty of cold Imperial's. Aside from hotel guests, the restaurant and bar are a nightly hotspot for both locals and American expats who live nearby. I could go on forever about the beauty and character of Hotel Pelicano, but it is best learned first hand. If you're looking for a quiet, peaceful, beautiful little hotel filled with great people and lifelong memories, this is your place.
Verified Hotels.com guest review