Banana Bay Marina
Km. 2, Casa Amarilla, Golfito 60701 Costa Rica
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#3 of 12 B&Bs / Inns in Golfito
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Banana Bay Marina offers spacious first-class lodging with air-conditioned rooms, private baths (hot water), queen-sized beds and cable television. Pamper yourself by escaping from the boat and enjoying a few days on shore. Your guests will appreciate Banana Bay's quiet, comfortable rooms and amenities. A tranquil setting in paradise, relax and enjoy stunning views, bay breezes and delicious dining in our Bilge Bar and Grill. Be invigorated by the refreshing, crystal clear waters of our Jacuzzi's while overlooking the beautiful bay. The Captain's Suite offers the best of both worlds with captivating views enjoyed by boaters and the spacious room and amenities that living ashore provides.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
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Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Shuttle bus service
Non-smoking hotel
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Km. 2, Casa Amarilla, Golfito 60701 Costa Rica
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Clean room but basic. Lovely bar restaurant with view of water. Very friendly people & good food. Large dishes good to share! Easy for bus or ferry across to Puerto Jimenez. Loved watching the pelicans
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The Banana Bay Marina Hotel is a great spot to stay if you are passing through the area, or are an ardent fishing enthusiast, or heading to the Osa Penninsula. The rooms are spacious & clean, the Staff friendly & accommodating, and the Restaurant is superb! It does lack a pool, or a walkable beach though, so take that into account if that is one of your priorities.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Room Tip: Not 'all' rooms have a view & the family room is rather cramped … you may find a...
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We enjoyed our stay at Banana Bay. The rooms were clean and well equipped with cold A/C, an mini frig, coffee maker, safe, bottled water, etc. Wifi worked well but the password changes daily; you will need to ask the waitress for the new one each day. We had a great fishing guide, Beto, who kept his boat in their marina making it super easy. I would recommend Banana Bay and Beto.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I suggest when checking in here to negotiate the price you want to pay. For example I was here 3 months on a 51 ft power boat-my monthly charge inc electricity was $900 usd. A fellow boater on a 48 ft sail boat paid approximately $17 usd a day. He paid in 10 day increments I paid monthly. So I say buyer beware and make your offer
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Date of stay: November 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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Booked the suite the day before arrival. When we arrived we were told the room was not available. First we were told that there was work being done in the room, (there was not, as we went into the room). Then we were told it was already booked. The manager had his staff inform us. The manager was there, and walked past us 3 times without any kind of acknowledgement, reason for sudden change, or apology. The staff on the other hand were excellent. We stay at this property at least 2 times a year, along with 2 or 3 other couples. We eat and drink at the property as well. We are good customers, or let's say we were good customers. Not impressed!!
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Date of stay: January 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Originally had booked 2 night stay at a different hotel in Golfito. We had business, and not enough time to stay in an ecolodge outside of the town, which would normally be our preference. Our original booking was clean, but staff not too friendly, and rooms and all of hotel was extremely dark and depressing. Went to Banana Bay for lunch. Food was great but the staff was even greater! So friendly and welcoming. So, we decided to change places, if a room was available. Christy, in the office was so kind. She showed us an available room with nice, bright light, and the entire place is right on the water with gorgeous views. We knew it was the right choice, to change our 2 nights to Banana Bay! It was so worth it, and we can't thank Christy enough for welcoming us, and putting us up on such short notice! …
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled on business
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i booked a large room with a marina and gulf view for 2 nights - Very confortable and large room, very good bathroom, tv, wifi, a restaurant and bar. What else ? the staff helped me to book a tour in the rainforest in few minutes - so they were helpful and efficient - I recommend that hotel
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: lovely stay - rainforest is a must see for wildlife
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During a recent visit to all of the provinces of Costa Rica, our southern most stop over on the Pacific side was Golfito. One of the reasons being, that we wanted to explore the Osa peninsula from here (which unfortunately due to rain and landslides did not come to full fruition). Reading travel magazines and books, one gets a very dark picture of Golfito, as it was once a bustling export harbor for interalia the banana industry. But, has since fell in a little bit of disrepair. There is a impressive new marina being developed at the upper end of Golfito which will once completed probably get rid of some of the negative publicity this area gets. We found our visit to the area worth while, both because of its beautiful natural surroundings, as well as still some very commendable places to stay, eat, and shop. We were booked into the Captain Suite at Banana Bay, which had its own private little overwater deck complete with chairs and hammock. It also had a welcome little kitchenette. The rooms were clean, very spacious, with airconditioning, ceiling fans, and in room safe, and easily accessible. The staff had no problem to extend and alter our stay on short notice literally an hour or two once again because of our plans to drive to the Osa Peninsula being altered due to landslides. Although not 100% fluent in English, there were enough staff members having a good enough use of the English language to accommodate us, discuss and meet all of our needs. For yachties, it has its own little “on site marina”, docking facilities and all that goes together with this form of travel, accommodation, and lifestyle. There’s a bar, overlooking the Gulfo Dulce, as well as a basic good restaurant serving traditional fair, bar type food, and anything in between. This is not 5 star, but good solid, recommendable, and affordable lodging.…
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Get the Captain suite on the corner as it has a kitchenette and deck over water.
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Never been in a Hotel with the kind of service they offer, completely clean, nice food, very well located, and the way the personnel service to you is simply amazing. During nights is completely quiet, and has a very hight security. They care about their guests!!!!
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Date of stay: April 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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We've spent time in both the marina (at the docks) and in the hotel and the hotel is really great. The staff are all first rate and very friendly/helpful. The rooms are very comfortable with a tiny in-room safe, a fridge and a huge bathroom. The restaurant is also very nice with good food and drinks. We will stay there again !
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Date of stay: March 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Not sure if there is much difference between the rooms but some of them probably front the water...
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PRICE RANGE
US$68 - US$81 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of PuntarenasOsa PeninsulaGolfito
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banana Bay Marina
Which popular attractions are close to Banana Bay Marina?
Nearby attractions include Marina Bahía Golfito (1.1 km), Zamia Wildlife Refuge (2.8 km), and Bar La Bomba (2.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Banana Bay Marina?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Banana Bay Marina?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Banana Bay Marina?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Banana Bay Marina?
Conveniently located restaurants include Restaurante Mar & Luna, Banana Bay Marina Restaurant, and Restaurante Samoa Del Sur.
Does Banana Bay Marina have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Banana Bay Marina offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Banana Bay Marina have airport transportation?
Yes, Banana Bay Marina offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Banana Bay Marina located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Golfito.
Are any cleaning services offered at Banana Bay Marina?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Banana Bay Marina?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.