Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

3.5 star property

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3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Property amenity
Gift shop
Garden
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels, scuba diving

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Flamingo Beach, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste
  • Flamingo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Playa Brasilito
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Conchal Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Studio

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Cabo Velas

Located in Cabo Velas, Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo is a 1-minute drive from Flamingo Beach and 8 minutes from Playa Brasilito. .This beach resort is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Playa Prieta and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Monkey Park.

What's nearby

  • Flamingo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Potrero - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Playa Brasilito - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Playa Prieta - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Conchal Beach - 13 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gracia Mar Vista - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Family-friendly beachfront location with 3 outdoor pools
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo offers 120 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Onzen Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Stay in one of 120 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
All-inclusive rates are available at this resort. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Enjoy international cuisine at Banana Wind, one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Cabo Velas? This resort has 2809 square feet (261 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Banana Wind - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
5 O'clock Somewhere - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
License To Chill - This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Capriccios Pizza Bistro - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Language
Water fitness

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 5 O'clock Somewhere
  • Banana Wind
  • Capriccios Pizza Bistro
  • License To Chill

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,809 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1966
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 77 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CRC 10000.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 69000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Pet fee: CRC 14344.35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CRC 10000.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Flamingo Beach
Flamingo Beach Resort
Flamingo Beach Hotel Playa Flamingo
Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa Costa Rica/Playa Flamingo
Flamingo Beach Resort Costa Rica
Flamingo Beach Resort And Spa
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Margaritaville Beach Playa Flamingo
Margaritaville Beach
Flamingo Beach Resort Spa
Margaritaville Playa Flamingo
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Resort
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Cabo Velas
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Resort Cabo Velas

Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Houston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, the people very kind, food great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were the friendliest I’ve ever met.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was great overall. We loved the location on the beach and a few steps to dining and shopping options. It took us a day or two to sort out the pool towel replacements as the hours of operation are fairly limited. When open, the beach umbrellas were a great touch. They could use a few more beach chairs though as there is only a handful. Our family felt safe and got to enjoy the Costa Rica sun and sand.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandie

Travelled with family
Visible security, good food and drinks, friendly and accommodating staff. Accessible to outside amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabina, Calgary

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Margaritaville was great! We loved everything about the property, it looks nice, clean and well kept. The staff was awesome, the food was delicious and when we stayed there it was no very busy, so we never had issues with finding free beach chairs or restaurant seats. Great place for a family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Auriel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family had a wonderful vacation at this resort. It was clean and well maintained. The staff are hardworking and provide excellent service. The buffet breakfast and food were delicious and drinks were high quality. The resort overlooks a beautiful beach and we spent our time between the pool at the resort and the beach. The resort also has a nice family pool and ping pong room and family activities. It is a smaller resort compared to a number of other all inclusive vacations we've been to, but a true slice of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

charles

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stewart, Sacramento

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very small but nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raphaela

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Title: Not Worth the Price – Poor Service & Outdated Property I booked this hotel based on positive reviews, but my experience was the opposite. The all-inclusive package was extremely limited—same food daily, only one restaurant and one pool bar. The pool bar staff were horrendous. They blatantly ignored guests, including children, and only served those who tipped heavily or they favored. Others waited 20 minutes, often without acknowledgment. For a hotel where this is the only open food and drink option for long parts of the day, it was unacceptable and completely ruined the experience. Cheap bear and house liquor only were included. Housekeeping was inconsistent. We got one towel per person and had to track down staff for basic items like shampoo. Water was shut off nightly from 2–4 a.m., which is ridiculous. No pool or beachside service, and beach chairs had to be requested. The hotel is outdated. One pool, no hot tub, and the “a la carte” Italian restaurant offered little more than basic pasta. Excursions were limited and far away. While the beach was beautiful and sunsets were lovely, this property doesn’t reflect the charm of Costa Rica, nor is it worth the price. To Management: Please train your pool bar staff in hospitality. Their attitude was unacceptable. Also, I question the authenticity of the glowing reviews—my experience was nothing like them. I will not return nor can I recommend this hotel. Visit Costa Rica, but stay somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was adequate, could use a coffee shop right at property, but you can order at restaurant. Great staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love each day that I spent in this hotel , great experience, amazing food and everyone was very polite. Definitely worth it, highly recommended for family vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUNLIN

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl, San Juan Capistrano

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was Awesome! The service they provided was exceptional! From the time my family and I arrived we felt welcome. The
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MONIQUE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great. I have no complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUI BLIAXAI, Rio Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The food was subpar for the prices. The area isn't clean as I had expected a 4 stars hotel to be.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! The view to the beach was so beautiful and so easy to get to. The resort itself offered all the things. Main dining room was great and the staff was soooo nice! My husband hurt his foot pretty bad in the ocean and the staff let us borrow the crutches they had and told us where a pharmacy to get other supplies we needed. The only hard part was staying on the ocean front view room at night - the ocean was sooo loud and would wake us up every night due to the big waves crashing. We even use white noise and still got woken up. Other then that we loved our stay and would stay there again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to the Pacific, great sunsets, staff friendliness, in room amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexsus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente servicio, comida, habitaciones.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Beach at the property was perfect and we spend most of our time there. The employees were great and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025