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Sunshine Sanctuary

3.0 star property
Mountain lodge in Cóbano with outdoor pool and pool bar

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Comfort Quadruple Room | In-room dining
Family Apartment | Living area
Nestled by the ocean, Sunshine Sanctuary offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy full breakfast, unwind with a Swedish massage or explore onsite activities like ziplining and hiking/biking. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected while you soak up sun at the outdoor pool or relax on the terrace.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is ￥7,822
￥8,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13

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Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Honeymoon Studio Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Apartment | Living area

Family Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
200m NW of Amor de Mar Hotel, Suspension bridge on the right, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111

What's nearby

  • Montezuma Falls - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Montezuma Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Montezuma Catholic Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Montezuma Gardens - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 30 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 17 min drive
  • Tambor (TMU) - 39 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

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

Sunshine Sanctuary is just 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are other features.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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 at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ziplining
  • Beach nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Shared accommodations
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

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

Dining

Panorama Bar - This bar is located by the pool.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

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

Does Sunshine Sanctuary offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sunshine Sanctuary 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to midnight.

Are pets allowed at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Sunshine Sanctuary?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sunshine Sanctuary?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is available.

What is there to do at Sunshine Sanctuary and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like ziplining and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.

Does Sunshine Sanctuary have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Sunshine Sanctuary like?

Sunshine Sanctuary is a short 9-minute walk from Montezuma Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Montezuma Falls.

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Sunshine Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

View
Room
Waterfalls
Breakfast
Towns
Bridges
Wildlife
Location
Building
Taxi

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious with a variety of daily options and a great ocean view. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Tucked into the jungle it is definitely a Sanctuary. Monkeys and birds greet you along with an amazing view of the sunrise. A short walk to the water falls and Butterfly Brewery. The owner is a sweetheart and her hotel shows that. Everything about my stay was great
Peter, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Intimate small hotel with beautiful views of the ocean and tropical landscape (monkeys come visit you at the balcony). Staff and owner go beyond to make you feel at home. You do need a car (as there are no Ubers/taxi readily available). Access to the waterfall was a plus!
Ana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, cute and relaxing! Close to the waterfall, friendly helpful staff, very clean rooms and easy parking. Amazing breakfast. After reading some reviews we were a little worried about the place, but it was not the case. Would highly recommend this place. If you are driving you can park right beside the hotel. If you are walking it would certainly be a trek, but the whole area is like that.
Sylvia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I wouldn't stay anywhere else after staying here!
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the property itself however it was difficult getting into the parking as it is a very narrow dirt road with large bumps, the water was also not working and we needed tubs of water to flush, now sink water or shower water. Views were incredible!
Elisha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Theresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning view
Ana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property itself had a nice view but there was garbage around the property. Walkway to property for pedestrians was a hanging bridge, if your scared of heights you’ll have to walk the long way around. The tile at the start of the bridge on the property side was slippery, myself & others almost fell. Was an okay experience overall.
Anita, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Susan, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Hayley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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
Chris, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Bruce, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
linda, 8-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
carol, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Joshua, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

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!
JAMES, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

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!
Louise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ray, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful jungle retreat on the hill above Montezuma. Limited number of rooms, bright and airy. Clean, with mini fridge and a complete kitchen below an open air dining with a great ocean view patio where a nice breakfast was served daily. Laundry is available for a fee. Access is up a steep, potholed road just out of town. Turnoff to lodge is a narrow dirt with ample parking. A trail head leading to upper falls with swimming is right out the door. Staff is outstanding and the owner was from the State where I live. Some erosion control work was being done during our visit and only a minor distraction. Highly recommended if your in the Montezuma area.
Allen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Un peu difficile à trouver et une route cabossée mais ça vaut le détour. Un endroit paradisiaque. Un accueil chaleureux et un petit-déjeuner excellent avec vue sur l'océan et sur merveilleuse piscine. Je recommande.
karine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nadine, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Charles, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pilar, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Scott, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

No tengo nada bueno que comentar. No estuve ni 1 hora en la propiedad ya que cancele mi reservacion al momento que llegue.
Gabriela, 4-night trip