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Alma del Pacifico Hotel

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Playa Esterillos Este, Esterillos Este 10-6300, Costa Rica (Formerly Xandari by the Pacific)
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Judy B
Clive, Iowa
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012
2
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Our first impression of this hotel was not stellar. In fact, I emailed my travel agent , Roxanne at Travel & Transport in Des Mones and let her know we were not happy. As soon as the staff at Alma heard of our displeasure, things began to improve! We found out that the hotel has recently been sold and is... More

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krysleigh
Nashville, Tennessee
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6 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

When our driver pulled down a dirt road off of the main coastal highway, I was pretty sure he was lost. Nope--at the end of the path, sandwiched between two pastures and hugging a wide, sandy beach, was Alma. The villas at Alma are well spaced out, and we checked into the most basic one, which was MASSIVE, before they... More

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Carpathian1
San Diego, California
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

The area is quiet, wide expansive dark beaches and the most people we saw on the beach at any one time may have been 10 which was spread out over a half mile or so. we had the smaller ocean front room which gives you private access to the beach, private patio, all room have a private gate to their... More

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From5280ToZero
Denver
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15 reviews
9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

We didn't stay here, but we did eat breakfast there once and dinner on another occasion. The restaurant is great, with a wonderful view under a classy palapa. The decorations are exquisite for a beach-front location as non-commercial as Esterillos. The hotel was impeccibly clean, even the bathrooms, and it looks as if all rooms have an equal view of... More

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Jpeterman3
Louisville, Kentucky
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

My wife and I enjoyed this wonderful property over the Christmas and New Years holiday. With so many hotel/resort options in this outdoor activity-oriented country, this place is just right. While not light on the wallet or purse, Alma delivers the kind of experience you imagine of a tropical Pacific setting, done with a touch of elegance and intimacy. Formally... More

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seashore1826
Seaside Heights, New Jersey
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26 reviews
24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We where staying in quepos and where looking for a beach to hang out on with our kids for the day. We stayed for the afternoon enjoyed all the facilities and would return again for an overnight lodging looks great! They where ever so accommodating!!! We like beaches at hotels with services , chairs, towels, drinks and more!! More

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lclchloe
Kansas City, Missouri
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2011
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Unforgettable trip! My husband and three adult children arrived at Alma Del Pacificao about 1a.m.. after a three day horror story of delayed flights, lost baggage, etc., compliments of the horribly incompetent Delta airlines. What a pleasure it was to arrive here at the hotel with its welcoming staff. Our rooms are spacious, beautifully decorated, clean, and filled with small... More

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alisontinsley48
Atenas
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16 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011
3
people found this review helpful

My husband and I did a year's worth of research when we were writing our 2007 book on Costa Rica lodging (www.sleepingwiththetoucans.com) and Xandari Hotel was one of our top picks then. We were curious to see what changes had occurred when new owners took over the hotel and renamed it Alma del Pacifico. The good news is - it's... More

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Ranjana M
Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2011

Stayed there for 3 nights and absolutely loved it. Great service. The pool and jacuzzi is so clean and beautiful. The ocean views from the rooms are incredible. The restaurant is amazing. The food was always prepared fresh. My husband and I had dinner 3 nights in a row and wouldn't go anywhere else. The service in the restaurant is... More

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vdonnelly2001
Martinez, California
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We changed our itinerary because of this wonderful hotel. The location is perfect for a quiet getaway , yet close to all Costa Rica fun! The staff was fabulous from the reception staff to security. The villa was immaculate and pleasing to the eye-very comfortable. The beach at this location is awesome, very high to very low tides creating the... More

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Alma del Pacifico Hotel Also Known As

  • Xandari By The Pacific Hotel
  • Xandari By The Pacific Resort
Address: Playa Esterillos Este, Esterillos Este 10-6300, Costa Rica (Formerly Xandari by the Pacific)

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