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Clandestino Beach

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe
Garden
Aerial view
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$287
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

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Palo Seco Beach, 5 km from beach road intersection, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901
  • Place, Palo Seco Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Place, Rainmaker
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Apartment, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 64 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Parrita

A family-friendly stay in Parrita awaits you at Clandestino Beach . You'll be 23.9 km (14.9 mi) from Rainmaker and 39.7 km (24.7 mi) from Manuel Antonio Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The brasserie, Clandestino, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find free cabanas, and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 3-property class Parrita hotel you'll find Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge.

What's nearby

  • Palo Seco Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Marina Pez Vela - 50 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 52 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Rainmaker - 54 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Playa Espadilla - 59 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Los Pilones - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ready Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Rosh Café Bistro Parrita - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico Rafailita - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bar & Rest. El Puente - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Clandestino Beach

Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the sandy beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with complimentary cabanas, umbrellas, and sunloungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Clandestino Beach such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a rooftop terrace and a garden. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Parrita hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Clandestino Beach offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Clandestino

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please note that check-in with multilingual staff is available until 9 PM only.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Clandestino Beach

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CRC 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for CRC 7500.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 90500 per vehicle (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CRC 7500.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CRC 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Clandestino Beach
Clandestino Beach Parrita
Clandestino Beach Resort
Clandestino Beach Resort Parrita
Clandestino Resort
Clandestino Beach Resort Costa Rica/Parrita
Clandestino Beach Hotel
Clandestino Beach Resort
Clandestino Beach Parrita
Clandestino Beach Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Clandestino Beach ?

Yep, Clandestino Beach has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Clandestino Beach ?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clandestino Beach on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$287, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Clandestino Beach ?

Yep, Clandestino Beach is on Palo Seco Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, fishing and swimming. You can also find boat tours.

Does Clandestino Beach have a pool?

Clandestino Beach has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes Clandestino Beach a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a private beach, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Clandestino Beach .

Is Clandestino Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a private beach and a deli, it's no surprise that Clandestino Beach is a hit with families.

Does Clandestino Beach serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clandestino Beach ?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Clandestino Beach ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Clandestino Beach ?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Clandestino Beach ?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Clandestino Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 582 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

eva

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's in a very layback small hotel. Just in front of a secluded beach... It had great internet, even reach the beach lounger. Simple but very filling breakfast. Also one extra good point checking is 1.30pm so perfect after check out from previous destination. This is manage by a very friendly family. If you are looking for a calm relax oasis this is for you. If you're looking for a place with a lot of people to serve you and in the middle of action is not. We just wanted to rest after very active previous days and this was perfect, truly enjoy it!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The animals. The staff. The beach. The sunsets. The dinners. The room
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, peaceful room, surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! So personal and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Walter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

FALSE advertising - NOT a "Resort"

This "resort" is a scam - not only is it not a resort, this place is an animal sanctuary. While I understand costa rica is full of animals/nature, it would have been appropriate for the owner of this "resort" to mention that she has stray dogs all over the premises which follow guests into their rooms. Additionally, they have a stray raccoon on the premises that as per the owner Daine "He goes into the guests rooms but hes harmless" & she laughs off the fact that this was not mentioned anywhere online nor in the confirmation emails. The raccoon opened the door to our room & was about to come inside before we screamed as loud as we could and he ran away. Now for the room, in pictures it looks like a nice villa with a kitchen and old school bathroom, however upon arrival you realize how out dated those pictures are. The kitchen had visible mold and the stench of spoiled water (mold) that made it nearly impossible to stay in the kitchen for longer than 2 minutes. The bathroom had remnants of soap (from previous guests I assume), mold, and also appeared as though it was wiped down as opposed to cleaned/prepared for new guests. Truthfully, it looked as thought it had just been used minutes prior. Water was still everywhere on the floor, the towels were not folded, and of course the smell of mold. This place is NOT a resort, has a raccoon on premises (check the other reviews, i'm not lying; he nearly went into my room) and the owner laughs off people for wanting what they paid for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property and the stay was so relaxing and magical. It was a honeymoon vacation and me and my husband lovedddd all the animals that hung out with us and the staff that helped us. Thank you Diane for making our honeymoon so sweet. We can’t wait to come back :)
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a hidden gem! I strongly suggest renting car. This place is located on a gorgeous beach and has amazing staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theadora, Arlington

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Everything better than would be expected for a resort in Costa Rica. We will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the Vibe!

This was my favorite hotel of the trip. I loved everything about it! The hostess has a flair for sparing no attention to detail. The vibe is wonderful and so is the food. The room was clean and comfortable. Across the street is a beautiful secluded beach. I will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Secluded area just to relax, need own transportation if you are staying longer than 2 or 3 days. Very peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing stay at Clandestino! We traveled with our two daughters and didn't want to leave! The rooms are beautifully decorated and finished. Amenities provided are wonderful. The owner, Diana and property manager, Joel took care of every need and offered plenty recommendations. What our family loved most was the different animals on property. The dogs, cats, and raccoons are friendly and so loving to our girls. Our stay was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

The D

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facility, well designed and maintained, pool and restaurant were perfect. The host Diane was exceptionally friendly and accomodating. There were friendly dogs for company and even a pet racoon! The room was very comfortable and had everything, except for a sorely needed shelf or countertop in the bar/fridge/coffee area. It was a perfect dream vacation, with a private beach, and nearby attractions in Quepos. There were however unwanted "critters". A small scorpion was hiding under our bed covers one night, and we were met by a boa constrictor at our door the next night. I expect this in Costa Rica, so it didn't affect this rating. But instead of responding with "oh that's a "beatiful little bug", or a "beautiful snake" and dismissing them, the host should have assured us that they would, in the future, be sure to check the bed for "bugs" before we enter, and the exterior for snakes.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is an absolute hidden gem. We loved everything about this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best option to disconnect and rest, and enjoy the beach. Take into account you will need a car to get to the property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tania

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
We liked the location and the place in overall was nice, the service was not good at all, the bar service was terrible and breakfast was as simple as you can get. nice place to relax on a privet almost deserted beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ahihud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love how secluded this place is. Across is the most wonderful beach. Also secluded. Pool is incredible. Will come back hands down.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Little Piece of Paradise

We loved our stay here. Very peaceful & quiet. The staff was very helpful & friendly. It's a great place to stay if you like animals. Dogs, cats, & raccoons - all friendly. A beautiful beach for walking & wading. Strong undertow, so avoid swimming. Beautiful sunsets & the beach is pretty much empty most of the time. There were lots of nice extra touches such as pillows on the loungers. It is a rough, dirt road to get to it, but it is well worth it. The food was very good. The pool was lovely. Only cons are the bed pillows, which are huge. The outside cushions are a bit tired. We would very happily stay here again.
Screen room off of our room
Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgii

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A quaint charming resort

It was a comfortable stay. The highlight was the almost private secluded beach. Being exposed to the elements the property is not in the best condition, but the host immediately took care of any problems we had. FYI there are a few dogs, a cat, and a couple of raccoons which belong to the owner, and live on the property and walk around in the dining area. The food was delicious, and cooked from scratch, so give plenty of time for it to be prepared. A bit on the pricier side. The approach road to the property is a 5km gravel road. All in all a good place to have a quiet, secluded vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury peaceful accommodations on the beach.

Perfection on every level! Garden rooms with a pristine beach a short walk away! The most comfortable beds and welcoming atmosphere! This is our favorite place to stay in Costa Rica! The highlight is the owner who creates the best food we’ve ever had in our lives. Everything she made was so delicious. We love the rescue animals that live at the resort and look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suleman, Milton

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A slice of paradise off the beaten path. Beautiful grounds, manicured gardens and a few steps away from the most pristine secluded private beach that seems to go on for miles. Wish we had more time there. Serene and relaxing. A real hidden gem. Diana the owner was a pleasure and you can tell she has put in a lot of effort to make her guests feel welcome. The decor is eclectic and unique. The best part of the stay were the friendly dogs on the property that lead you to your villas and accompany you to the beach and pool. Great for both couples and families. Puts Vida!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025