Occidental Papagayo

Costa Rica · 4.5★

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Occidental Papagayo

Costa Rica · 4.5★ · Adults only

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Transfer includedLow seaweed risk

Property

Sizemedium resort (163 rooms)

ChainBarceló Hotel Group

Vibeadults-only / romantic / relaxing

Typical guestscouples, honeymooners, adults seeking a relaxing getaway, Canadians

Layoutmultiple buildings spread across a steep hillside

Guest reviews

4.0on TripAdvisor· 8,495 reviews

#2 of 3 hotels in Panama

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Top praise

Friendly and attentive staff.
Beautiful views and natural setting.
Quiet and relaxing adults-only atmosphere.

Common complaints

Rooms are dated/tired and need refurbishment.
Food quality can be inconsistent or mediocre.
Resort is very spread out and hilly, requiring shuttle use.

Heads up

Reports of maintenance issues in rooms (wobbly taps, broken toilet seats, AC issues, loose fire alarms).
Some reviews mention unsanitary pools.
Buffet dining room can be hot and humid.

Beach & Pool

Beach access - private

Seaweed risk: none

Private beach overlooking Culebra Bay, with calm, swimmable waters. It can be broad at low tide, with waters reaching the tree-line at high tide.

2 pools - freeform, quiet pool, swim-up bar

Food & Drink

3 restaurants

Transfer

25 min from airport (LIR)

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