Selina Nosara, Nosara Beach, 160, Nosara, Guanacaste, 50206
What's nearby
Playa Pelada - 18 min walk
Safari Surf School - 3 min drive
Nosara Spanish Institute - 3 min drive
Guiones Beach - 6 min drive
Nosara Beach - 7 min drive
Getting around
Nosara (NOB) - 6 min drive
Tamarindo (TNO) - 126 min drive
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 174 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Howler’s Beach Lounge - 19 min walk
The Restaurant and Bar at The Gilded Iguana - 18 min walk
La Luna - 18 min walk
Beach Dog Cafe - 3 min drive
Café de Paris - 2 min drive
About this property
Selina - Nosara
Selina - Nosara is just 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
26 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Evening entertainment
Pool table
Beach nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Does Selina - Nosara offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Selina - Nosara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Selina - Nosara?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Selina - Nosara?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Selina - Nosara?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Selina - Nosara?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Selina - Nosara?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Selina - Nosara and nearby?
Selina - Nosara has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Selina - Nosara like?
Selina - Nosara is a short 18-minute walk from Playa Pelada and 19 minutes' walk from Frog Pad.
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2024
Seen better days
This resort has seen better days! Most of the structures are older and have not been kept in good repair. Wood decking around pool area is coming loose and is hazardous.
Pool itself needs repairs. Rooms are more rustic but have modern combo locks on dorrs. our lock malfunctioned, so we were upgraded to the deluxe "house". This was much bigger and better with a full kitchen, and was further from the main road which meant it was quieter. staying in units near the road would be very loud. Staff was friendly & helpful and they have a lot of regular activities which would make this place better suited to a younger crowd. included salsa dancing, reggae or disco dance nights, etc. Food is average for the area. resort is a little isolated compared to both Guiones and Pelada beaches. Good, quiet business center. couldnt find 1 spoon in the large common kitchen. pretty basic.
Joseph
Joseph, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Apr 21, 2024
Property is really cute but staff is not friendly
Isis
Isis, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 3, 2024
Michelle
Michelle, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 20, 2024
ohad
ohad, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2023
Max
Max, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 20, 2023
The late night partie emwere quite ous
Noelle Stephanie
Noelle Stephanie, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2022
German
German, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 12, 2022
Very nice friendly, close to the beach you just can walk o take the toktok, menu wiht a variety that can you choose, the hotel very good look ,I just fine air-conditioned liking, is same that them show in the website page.
SCARLETT
SCARLETT, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2022
Cool spot to meet people!
The hotel is nice, there is some good and some less good:
+ Excellent service by John at the bar! You must go see him for cocktails & local recommendations!
+ Daily cleaning was impeccable.
+ Room layout on 2 floors is pretty cool
+ Three balconies to fit your different moods
+ Amenities are nice
+ Great to have the hotel side and dorm options as you will meet a lot of different people
+ On-site food option is very decent
+ Mascot (pig) going around the property
- Multiple power outages
- Hotel rooms are not soundproof
- Yoga mats are to be changed / deep washed (very smelly)
- You will need a car to get to the beach
Félix
Félix, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 5, 2022
Great place
OMRI
OMRI, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2022
Jason
Jason, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 18, 2022
This place was good. Great for single travelers in my opinion. It is further from the beach and town in my opinion, I wasn't expecting this. Renting an ATV is definitely the way to get around. This hotel is very americanized and reminds me of Hawaii rather than Costa Rica.
Riley
Riley, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 13, 2022
Not worth it
Stayed here for 3 nights after staying closer to the beach. Overall this place is brutal, there is loud music until late in the night on a variety of nights and trucks on the road early in the morning. Rooms were not well maintained, there were nails sticking out of the stairs and hardware missing from the wall for the drapes.
The staff was not helpful or very friendly. They have advanced check in but when you show up you have to line up at 3pm where it took another 30 minutes to get checked in so a waste of time. When we were leaving they wouldn’t give us an additional 30 minutes from check out without charging even though the check in was late.
Wish I had better news.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 4, 2022
The ONLY reason I'm leaving a less than glowing review is was the vehicular noise. Highway 160 hugs the property line and the traffic (dirt bikes and trucks) is unbearably loud at 5:30am. I know that Selina can't do anything about this, but letting people know before booking would be very considerate. You will NOT be sleeping past 5:30am - even with the ear plugs they provide. Other than that, I had a lovely time.
Anthony
Anthony, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 19, 2022
Flavia
Flavia, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2022
Gorgeous place, needs service improvement
The hotel is gorgeous, just like the pictures present it. There’s always people around at all times and especially in the evenings for the parties. Our room was nice, spacious and clean and although it was right at the main street it got quiet throughout the night so we were able to sleep well. The food we had at the restaurant was good, as well as the drinks. It’s not close to the beach but there’s tuk tuk service in Nosara which doesn’t make it problematic. What disappointed us was the personnel, we didn’t experience friendliness nor willingness to help. Could be because of the high guest rotation, however it took a lot from the overall experience and we see that as an important point to improve - especially considering we payed almost 300€/night.
Andreea
Andreea, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2021
I loved it. It's a merge between a hostel (which I can only take so long) and a hotel (which I can also only take so long).
You get parties, but nothing too late. A bar, option for food all day, a "grab and go" area which is great, but needs more candy options :).
The pools are lovely. You can feel at home solo, solo looking to talk to people or looking to bring friends and make friends.
Super dog friendly. Staff is awesome.
Eddie, is a rockstar. I called while lost, alone and confused as heck with little reception. I got myself more lost somehow and had to call back again. He was kind, patient with me and caring! He also helped upon arrival and during my stay.
I enjoyed it so much Im actually going back this week.
One NOTE!!!
IF YOU ARE DRIVING-
From the north do not take the coastal way if it's even maybe rained. I had to go back north after two hours because of a flood on the road. Just a heads up!
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 14, 2021
Stav
Stav, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 30, 2021
Dana A
Dana A, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2021
Little peace of heaven
Amazing property! Secluded in the jungle. Great vibe, fun activity schedule weekly. One of the best karaoke nights every experienced. If you do not have a car...be prepared to walk quite a bit. Wonderful experience, amazingly huge rooms! Recommend and look forward to returning.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 8, 2021
Was a great stay, the property is amazing, maybe a bit old but totally worth the price.
Management has many issues with booking and staff is unprofessional
Eden
Eden, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 9, 2021
Just okay but great design
I love the design of Selina. Selina Nosara is a bit run down and the service isn’t friendly. The shower head was broken and the drinks are just so-so. But the room cost reflects the issues so I was happy. The front desk and bar tenders need a lesson in hospitality. The pool table cues are bent and just overall this place needs some attention.