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Harbor Reef Surf Resort

Del Hotel Cafe De Paris 400 Suroeste y 150 al Este, Nosara, Costa Rica (Formerly Harbor Reef Lodge)
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Harbor Reef Surf Resort
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Leicester, Vermont, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

My wife and I stayed at the resort Feb of this year (2013) and had a great time. It really is the best place to stay at to get to the beach. It is clean and not overly fancy. We had a room with two queen beds with a partition in the middle (like an actual wall but you could... More

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Thanks for the great detailed review Heather! It was really a pleasure getting to know you and I am definitely really excited to hear you had so much fun here at Harbor Reef. You definitely had a full trip as I recall and I was very excited to hear you made some progress out in the water surfwise. Like any... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013 via mobile

It was a beautiful hotel, amazing food and a genuinely nice staff! From the owner to the bartenders and kitchen staff to the front desk. The whole experience was excellent. My friends and I probably visited every location in playa Guiones this past may into early june and have already made plans to return to this hotel!

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
7 June 2013

Thank you very much for your great review of our hotel! We are delighted you had a good experience at the hotel and in our restaurant which has recently been taken over by new management. The new vibe in the restaurant is catching on very quickly in Playa Guiones, Taco Tuesdays in particular have become a huge hit. We are... More

Austin, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

I stayed at the Harbor Reef Surf Resort on a recent surf trip through Costa Rica. The hotel is situated perfectly for surfing but would be enjoyed by any type of traveler as well. Harbor Reef is only a few minutes walk down a pleasant road and then really cool jungle path to the beach. Nothing is actually beachfront in... More

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
6 June 2013

Hi Matt and thanks for your great review of Harbor Reef! It was great you finally had a chance to come down and visit Costa Rica and make a stop at the Harbor Reef! It was a pleasure meeting you and your mom and serving you guys during your stay. I'm also glad you had a chance to enjoy our... More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We arrived without a reservation planning to say 3-4 nights, but there was a surf contest in town and they were only able to offer us 1 night. My husband had stayed there before and raved about it. We spent one night in the suite. It was lovely, comfortable, and the breakfast and coffee was very nice. We would have... More

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
29 May 2013

Thank you very much for your great review! We are really glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Sorry for not being able to accommodate you for a longer stay. The Olympus National Costa Rican Surf Tour has a yearly stop in Nosara and our hotel is lucky enough to host the event and awards year after year. I do... More

Melbourne Village, Florida, United States
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I greatly enjoyed my stay at Harbor Reef Surf Resort. The rooms are very well maintained and beautiful. The atmosphere is peaceful and very tropical as you would expect in Costa Rica. The surfing beach is a few minutes walk down a beautiful tropical path. Security is excellent and the staff was very friendly.

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
29 May 2013

Hi Tom - thanks for your great review! We are super stoked you are enjoyed your stay with us and our close proximity to the waves in Playa Guiones! We definitely hope to see you back at our resort in the future. In the meantime we will continue to improve our little piece of paradise for our loyal guests. On... More

Pensacola Beach, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

My 22yo son and I just returned from our first visit to Nosara Costa Rica. On a "chance" recommendation from a friend we booked 6 nights at Harbor Reef Surf Resort and we couldn't be happier. The room rates were very reasonable (always lower after May 1st), location perfect in proximity to the surf (closer than any other resort), quite... More

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hi Jon, thanks for taking the time to write a review - we really appreciate it. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay here at the Harbor Reef Surf Resort. It was a pleasure getting to know you and helping guide you in the right direction for some of your fishing expeditions. We are glad you also enjoyed our... More

New York City, New York
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

This was my first visit to Costa Rica and staying at the Harbor Reef is part of the reason that I hope to return very soon! The rooms (suites) are laid out in a beautifully landscaped jungle-garden cut through with white gravel paths. The bar and restaurant are under a thatched roof and remain cool even when it's very hot,... More

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
22 April 2013

Thank you so much for your great review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It sounds like you really had a great stay. We look forward to serving you again in the near future. On behalf of our dedicated staff we thank you - see you soon! Pura Vida! More

Kingston, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

First time staying at the Harbor Reef and we loved it. Very family oriented and the staff went out of their way to provide us with all the information we needed for excursions and travelling around. Location is perfect and so close to the beach and other amenities. Highly recommended and would definitely go back again!

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
12 April 2013

Hi Lynn, thanks for the great review! We really appreciate you taking time to write a review about your experience. We are delighted your experience was a good one and we definitely hope you will visit us again in the near future. Thank you from our dedicated staff here at Harbor Reef Surf Resort! See you soon! Pura Vida! More

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

This place is amazing! The food was the best I've ever had in Costa Rica...the beach is just a short, scenic walk, and it's GORGEOUS! The staff is super friendly....I hope to get back here in the future

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
3 April 2013

Thank you so much for your great review on our hotel! We really appreciate you taking the time to let us know your feedback. On behalf of our staff here at Harbor Reef we say thank you and we hope to see you again in the near future! Pura Vida! More

Braunton, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

My wife and I stayed here for two weeks in March after being recommended by friends and was not disappointed. The hotel is in a fantastic location, just a short walk to the surf. The room we stayed in (no.7) was fairly basic but adequate and was cleaned daily. All the staff were very friendly and helpful, we loved the... More

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Jon C, Manager at Harbor Reef Surf Resort, responded to this review
1 April 2013

Thank you for your great review! We are delighted you enjoyed your 2 week holiday with us. It was a pleasure getting to know you and your wife and we definitely hope you will come see us again when you are ready for another vacation! On behalf of our team here at Harbor Reef we say thank you and until... More

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Additional Information about Harbor Reef Surf Resort

Also Known As:
Harbor Reef Hotel Nosara
Harbor Reef Hotel
Harbor Reef Surf Resort Costa Rica/Nosara
Address: Del Hotel Cafe De Paris 400 Suroeste y 150 al Este, Nosara, Costa Rica (Formerly Harbor Reef Lodge)
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Guanacaste > Nosara
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#6 On the Beach Hotels in Nosara
#7 Family Hotels in Nosara
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
We are a 22 room hotel nestled in the jungle by the sea. Our rooms are surrounded by lush gardens and offer a tranquil setting for our guests to relax after a fun day surfing and exploring the beautiful area of Nosara. Our restaurant offers a swim up pool bar, great music, delicious food and cold cervezas. It's a great place to kick back in the evenings and mingle with our friendly and hospitable staff. Paradise awaits you. Pura Vida! ... more   less 

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