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Ylang Ylang Beach Resort

3.5 of 5
Montezuma Beach | 10-12 minute walk North along the beach, Montezuma 00000, Costa Rica (Formerly El Sano Banano Beach Hotel)
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

While I could never get the pronunciation, this place is incredible! I went for a wedding- and everything was perfect. The staff took such great care of our group, we hugged them when we left (never hugged a waiter after a vacation!). The only negative- the undertow is so strong that it's not really possible to swim in the ocean,... More

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Riverside, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

Stayed here for 4 nights for a friend's wedding. Staff is beyond friendly, and will bend over backwards to make your stay enjoyable. Amazing natural beauty all around the resort. Great hiking opportunities near by. Delicious food on site. Totally unplug and enjoy the surroundings, or plug back in for a little bit and head back into town for a... More

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Dayton, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

The most beautiful setting and great food. Plenty of wildlife. If you stay here, get a dome/cabin. The staff is friendly and the pool is in a nice shady area. They do seem to allow visitors to use their pool if they are buying drinks, which was kind of a drag, but other than that it was quiet. Check in... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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18 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Here's the most important thing I've written on Tripadvisor - do not try to drive to thsi hotel. Our GPS gave driving directions which ended on the beach, where our 4WD rental got stuck! We'd probably still be there if not for the kindness of the Ticos helping us out. So, ignor the GPS (which is essential for driving in... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 via mobile

This resort is very calm and located a short walking distance from town - while mostly honeymooners come here, it's a nice place to kick back and relax. The waiters are friendly and make sure you don't leave hungry. The wine list is confusing and wines that sound similar by name - do not cost the same as it states... More

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Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

The Ylang Ylang Beach Resort is the perfect place to relive yourself of the hassles of modern life, without sacrificing any creature comforts. The location alone make the traveler feel like they have made an accomplishment simply by arriving. The town of Montezuma is relatively remote, and the road getting there is lousy, but the laid back feeling and beautiful... More

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San José, San Jose, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

First of all, Montezuma is one of our favorite places in Costa Rica, and we stayed the two first nights in the "center" of Montezuma right across from the town bar, during the night there was a lot of noises both from the music and the monkeys running around on the roof. It didn't really bother us, but once we... More

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Sao Paulo, SP
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Ylang Ylang is a different place … It is hard to get there (we drove from Arenal to Montezuma straight), but once you arrive there and start noticing how beautiful the area is, how Ylang Ylang was designed and built around jungle and native forest, the trip was worth it every minute. We stayed at the beach bungalow for honeymoon... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This place was an amazing experience. Ylang Ylang was the 2nd stop on our trip and exceed all of expectations. As soon as you check in they give you a refreshing welcome drink that sets the mood for the rhythm at this resort. Time moves slow, the waves and the sounds of nature set the tone for a relaxing experience.... More

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Portland, Oregon, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

I can't say enough about the stay at Ylang Ylang. It was perfect. It doesn't have a lot of rooms and bungalows so all the staff knows your name and are so helpful and friendly. The food was the best food I've ever had. No joke. Amazing. I loved that we had hammocks outside our bungalows to lay in, the... More

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Also Known As:
Ylang Ylang Beach Hotel Montezuma
Ylang Ylang Beach Hotel
Ylang Beach Hotel
Ylang Beach Resort
Address: Montezuma Beach | 10-12 minute walk North along the beach, Montezuma 00000, Costa Rica (Formerly El Sano Banano Beach Hotel)
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Montezuma
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#1 On the Beach Hotels in Montezuma
#1 Romantic Hotels in Montezuma
#1 Family Hotels in Montezuma
Price range (per night): $164 - $300
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This family-owned resort is known for its natural tropical beauty, variety of wildlife roaming the grounds and outstanding customer service. Located a 10-15 minute walk on the beach from Montezuma, one will find romantic Beach Front Bungalows with A/C, a Spa nestled in the jungle, and a tropical pool edged by waterfalls. If you're looking to get away...this is the getaway place... ... more   less 
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