About this property

Located a mere 50 metres from Guiones’s main break, in Nosara, Costa Rica, The Sunset Shack features a year-round outdoor pool and guests can also enjoy the on-site restaurant. Certain rooms include views of the pool or garden while all rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Breakfast is include on the room rate. The Sunset Shack also features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find shops at the property. Being an old school surf camp at heart, you can enjoy surf sessions with friends or possibly a cold artisan beer while enjoying the warm, majestic sunsets that illuminate the Costa Rican summer sky. Early check in when is available, please check with property if possible. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Playa Grande is 46 km from The Sunset Shack, while Sámara is 16 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free parking available at the hotel


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We have no availability here between Thu 25 Sept 2025 and Sun 28 Sept 2025

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • ליאת
    Israel Israel
    The room was big, the shower is fantastic, the location of the hotel,, the stuff is very friendly
  • Alice
    Italy Italy
    Everything is great, and the pictures don’t do this place justice. It’s amazing!
  • Tamara
    Canada Canada
    Amazing breakfast, great pool, tons of wildlife around. Staff was very welcoming and friendly.
  • Monica
    Canada Canada
    the food at the restaurant was some of the best that we had in Nosara. Also the best lemonade and margaritas! I loved that it didn't feel busy even though the hotel was full. There was always a spot by the pool and in the restaurant. Having...
  • Lisa
    Canada Canada
    We had an amazing stay at The Sunset Shack. Our room was comfortable, clean and spacious. Courteous and responsive staff. The restaurant on site offers an excellent breakfast and has a great food and cocktail menu, reasonably priced for Nosara. ...
  • Nicole
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Sehr nah beim Meer, sehr sauber, sehr freundliche Mitarbeiter. Essen im Restaurant ist sehr sehr lecker. Preis/Leistung super.
  • Ryan
    United States United States
    Excellent location. Nice basic hotel offering great value. Nice rooms and pool.
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    Perfect location. Great food and drinks. Wonderful service.
  • Fer
    Argentina Argentina
    Amplitud habitaciones Atención Desayuno La vegetación
  • Tarryn
    United States United States
    Sunset Shack was in a great location, close to the beach, short walk to the shops and more restaurants. The room was spacious, comfy beds and amazing shower. The hotel/bungalows are quiet and the Al Chile restaurant joined to the hotel is great....

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Al Chile
    • Cuisine
      Mexican
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Sunset Shack takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Sunset Shack in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.