Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino
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Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Golfito, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
The rooms offer air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free internet access is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease.
In addition, as a valued Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino guest, you can enjoy a lounge that is available on-site.
If you are looking for a good Mediterranean restaurant, you may want to check out Paka Paka Beach Bar or La Playa Beachfront Restaurant Bar & Grill while staying at Hotel Sierra.
If you are interested in exploring Golfito, check out a marina, such as Golfito Marina Village & Resort.
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Hotel Sierra Resort and Casino is a bit dated (1970s-80s), but clean and quiet. Unlike the rest of Golfito, which is pretty run down and showing the impact of hard economic times of recent years, Hotel Sierra is a quiet, restful oasis. Prices here were reasonable and the complimentary tico breakfast a pleasant start to the day. I found the staff to be courteous, diligent, and thorough in maintaining the rooms, pool, and grounds.
Hotel Sierra has 70s resort features such as a swim-up bar that doesn't look like it has served a drink in years, but the pool was sparkling clean and right outside my door. The garden courtyard has many hummingbirds and tanagers visiting throughout the day. The casino has been closed for a while. The hotel is a short walk from the airport (it backs on to the runway which receives perhaps half a dozen Sansa and Nature Air flights a day) and close to the Deposito duty free shopping area.
There aren't many reasons to stay in Golfito more than a day or two. Other than buying duty free liquor and appliances at the Deposito (where you place your order the first day, then pay and pick it up or have it shipped to San Jose the following day) Golfito is mostly a place to stay on the way to other destinations such as Zancudo for sport fishing, surfing in Pavones, or eco tours on the Osa Penninsula.
Hotel Sierra has 70s resort features such as a swim-up bar that doesn't look like it has served a drink in years, but the pool was sparkling clean and right outside my door. The garden courtyard has many hummingbirds and tanagers visiting throughout the day. The casino has been closed for a while. The hotel is a short walk from the airport (it backs on to the runway which receives perhaps half a dozen Sansa and Nature Air flights a day) and close to the Deposito duty free shopping area.
There aren't many reasons to stay in Golfito more than a day or two. Other than buying duty free liquor and appliances at the Deposito (where you place your order the first day, then pay and pick it up or have it shipped to San Jose the following day) Golfito is mostly a place to stay on the way to other destinations such as Zancudo for sport fishing, surfing in Pavones, or eco tours on the Osa Penninsula.
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Date of stay: February 2013Trip type: Travelled on business
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Taking into account that Golfito is far removed from the touristic epicenters of Costa Rica, the Sierra is a good alternative if you don't want to overspend (if you want that check the Casa Roland) adn yet want to have some comfort.
The rooms are spacious and grouped around the pool area - a second row of rooms faces the single landing strip of Golfito, but no worries there with just 3 flights a day. Amenities are very basic - a shower, sink, toilet. Most rooms do have AC and sometimes the Wi-fi in the lobby really works. The staff however is friendly (brush up your Spanish though).
If you plan a vacation down there - please be aware that this is Game fishing country. The next good beach is 45 minutes away (10 by taxi boat) and the nightlife is reduced to one good bar (3 Sharks). There are plenty of restaurants around, but again - most of them are basic. If you however rather enjoy sitting with the locals then Golfito might just be worth a stay-over. The Refugio nearby is worth a visit any day.
Oh, and by the way - there is no casino anymore...
The rooms are spacious and grouped around the pool area - a second row of rooms faces the single landing strip of Golfito, but no worries there with just 3 flights a day. Amenities are very basic - a shower, sink, toilet. Most rooms do have AC and sometimes the Wi-fi in the lobby really works. The staff however is friendly (brush up your Spanish though).
If you plan a vacation down there - please be aware that this is Game fishing country. The next good beach is 45 minutes away (10 by taxi boat) and the nightlife is reduced to one good bar (3 Sharks). There are plenty of restaurants around, but again - most of them are basic. If you however rather enjoy sitting with the locals then Golfito might just be worth a stay-over. The Refugio nearby is worth a visit any day.
Oh, and by the way - there is no casino anymore...
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Date of stay: January 2012Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip:Â The rooms around the pool keep the noise from the landing strip down, but early swimmers might...
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Hotel Sierra is a big and clean hotel, but with lots of opportunities to improve.
The pros:
-If your going for shopping, this is the best hotel near the "deposito libre".
-It is a huge hotel, you will always find available rooms. Also it has a big parking lot.
-Very clean in general.
-Nice swimming pool.
-Nice staff, the ladies in the restaurant were very friendly and helpful.
-Wi-fi
The cons:
-Rooms are a little bit outdated, with some details they may seem more modern.
-Quality of the food was not proportional to the price, which was very high.
-There are some nice but unused areas, basically there is no service in the swimming pool (although there is a wet bar), also there is a big bbq area near to the pool which is closed.
-If you're planning to save some money shopping, there are cheaper hotels around the area.
In general, I would recommend this hotel if you're going for shopping in the "deposito libre", looking for a clean, comfortable place and don't mind paying a little bit more than other small hotels in the area. On the other hand, if you're going to visit the area, I think there are better options located in a more natural/interesting areas.
The pros:
-If your going for shopping, this is the best hotel near the "deposito libre".
-It is a huge hotel, you will always find available rooms. Also it has a big parking lot.
-Very clean in general.
-Nice swimming pool.
-Nice staff, the ladies in the restaurant were very friendly and helpful.
-Wi-fi
The cons:
-Rooms are a little bit outdated, with some details they may seem more modern.
-Quality of the food was not proportional to the price, which was very high.
-There are some nice but unused areas, basically there is no service in the swimming pool (although there is a wet bar), also there is a big bbq area near to the pool which is closed.
-If you're planning to save some money shopping, there are cheaper hotels around the area.
In general, I would recommend this hotel if you're going for shopping in the "deposito libre", looking for a clean, comfortable place and don't mind paying a little bit more than other small hotels in the area. On the other hand, if you're going to visit the area, I think there are better options located in a more natural/interesting areas.
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Date of stay: April 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip:Â Upper rooms may receive less noise from the swimming pool.
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After we had an issue with one of our bags after flying to Golfito I decided my son and I would stay the night here. The staff were so helpful and friendly and even sorted out the problem, I couldnt be more grateful! The rooms were nice, basic but with everything you need. The pool area was really lovely. We ate in the hotel restaurant, this time of year it was very quiet, the food was great and we really enjoyed our short visit. Would highly recommend, especially if flying in using natureair as airport is round the corner.
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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I was derailed in my adventure and had to spend a night in Golfito. The second I got to the Hotel Sierra everyone was so helpful and friendly. The room they put me in was clean and lovely. The free breakfast in the morning was amazing. What I saw of the grounds was beautiful. The gentleman at the front desk helped me get a taxi driver in the morning to get to my destination. If I spend time in Golfito again I will definitely go back there!
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Date of stay: May 2016Trip type: Travelled solo
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Golfito was our last stop on a 2 1/2 week tour of Southern Costa Rica. We had a 7 am flight on Sansa. The airport is directly behind the hotel. It was very rainy the day we stayed, so we decided to eat dinner at the hotel. The food was good, and there were a lot of options on the menu. AC in the room worked great. Pool looked very nice, did not get a chance to use it since there was a huge thunderstorm going on.
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Date of stay: August 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â We had a room that had a connecting door to another room. The door was very thin, and you could...
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I visited Golfito with a colleague of mine in November to go to the Deposito, a large duty free area open to tourists and locals to do some shopping for work. Sierra would be wonderful if it were better kept.
The pool is huge and there is a nice deck around it for sunning yourself as well as a refreshments area that was out of commission when we visited. The lobby area is beautiful as well as the restaurant, though we didn’t get the opportunity to check out the casino during our stay. Breakfast in the morning was made to order and we had pinto with eggs... not that great, I would recommend going somewhere else for breakfast. Rooms were large and reasonably clean though bathrooms were old and poorly maintained. I found the Sierra to be overpriced for what you got.
I also have to say you should avoid Golfito unless you have to go there. It is a dirty, ugly little town with not much to see or do and if possible should be skipped over. A personal favorite of mine is just across the gulf a short boat ride away in Puerto Jimenez.
The pool is huge and there is a nice deck around it for sunning yourself as well as a refreshments area that was out of commission when we visited. The lobby area is beautiful as well as the restaurant, though we didn’t get the opportunity to check out the casino during our stay. Breakfast in the morning was made to order and we had pinto with eggs... not that great, I would recommend going somewhere else for breakfast. Rooms were large and reasonably clean though bathrooms were old and poorly maintained. I found the Sierra to be overpriced for what you got.
I also have to say you should avoid Golfito unless you have to go there. It is a dirty, ugly little town with not much to see or do and if possible should be skipped over. A personal favorite of mine is just across the gulf a short boat ride away in Puerto Jimenez.
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Date of stay: November 2008Trip type: Travelled on business
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This place needs some maintenance. The public areas are fine but almost everything in our room needed work. The first room we were given did not have a fully functional air conditioner. The hotel attitude was it worked so it did not need fixing. In the second room we had an air conditioner that worked fine but when we went to have a hot shower there was no hot water. This was fixed but it took more than an hour and we had to shower in cold water before going to dinner. After insisting on some compensation the hotel did give as a free dinner the next night. However there were a number of other maintenance issues in the room. The screen in the bathroom was completely torn, luckily we were in the dry season when the bugs are not bad. But there was also paint peeling of the walls and ceilings and curtain cords that were not properly installed and two of the pillows we had were the worst I have ever seen. The felt like they wer just stuffed with foam rubber and sewn back together because they were just lumpy cubes and quite uncomfortable for sleeping. The food in the restaurant was okay and the tenderloin steaks we had quite good. Breakfast consisted of eggs cooked to order orange juice and fruit. The o
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We went to the Depósito Libre to buy stuff for our home and we stayed at the Sierra. It is a nice, clean place with AC in the rooms. The bathroom was not the best, but the room itself was nice. The food was ok but not worth the cost. Another good thing is that it's just beside the depósito libre de Golfito. If you are there shopping, it's definitely one of the better options.
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Date of stay: April 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We rented a car from Jaco Costa Rica to Golfito . we had plan on going to Panama but changed our mines. To much with leaving the car at the border..So we stayed at the hotel which was very nice. The pool was just outside our door. The weather wasn't very sunny WE had had a great time,.
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Date of stay: November 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â qask for pool side
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Tienen varios precios, además te incluyen el desayuno. Mi consejo es que negocies en la recepción pues hasta te pueden mejorar precio en el instante de pago.
Lo más cercano es el Depósito Libre pues esta detrás de este; para visitar playas tendrÃas que desplazarte un poco o ver si coordinas algún tour cerca del muelle de Golfito.
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"We had a room that had a connecting door to another room. The door was very thin, and you could hear every little sound."Read full review
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LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of PuntarenasOsa PeninsulaGolfito
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72
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino?
Nearby attractions include Marina BahÃa Golfito (1.7 km), Zamia Wildlife Refuge (3.1 km), and Bar La Bomba (3.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino?
Conveniently located restaurants include Restaurante La Playa, Restaurante Mar & Luna, and Banana Bay Marina Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel Sierra Resort & Casino?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.