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    Pirate Cove

    388 reviews
    #8 of 8 Hotels in Drake Bay
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    Next to the Drake Bay River, Drake Bay, Costa Rica
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    4.5
    388 reviews
    • Excellent62%
    • Very good26%
    • Average7%
    • Poor3%
    • Terrible2%
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    “the river”(26 reviews)
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    Next to the Drake Bay River, Drake Bay, Costa Rica See on map
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    Free Internet
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Beachfront
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Airport Transportation
    Family Rooms
    2 Star Hotel
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    29 Apr.30 Apr.
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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    Reviewed 21 August 2017 via mobile
    Wow!

    What an amazing time we had here- rainforest tour, snorkelling, deserted beaches and a great hotel. Food was amazing , staff were all great especially Gabriel and our room was very comfortable with great view of the beach from our hammock!

    1  Thank Epmj
    Reviewed 4 August 2017
    Remote retreat which was a real treat

    We stayed at Pirate Cove for 4 nights at the end of our trip to Costa Rica. It feels like a really remote island as you have to travel in by boat or plane. It's a very small, simple and quiet resort and is an...More

    4  Thank Em N
    Reviewed 1 August 2017
    Nice way to end our trip

    My husband and I stayed at Pirate Cove the last leg of our two week trip to Costa Rica. Overall there are MANY positives about this place. Suzanne, one of the owners was exceptionally kind and helpful, as was the rest of the staff we...More

    2  Thank Brittany S
    Reviewed 2 July 2017
    Very Attentive Staff

    The owners and staff go way out of their way to accommodate your here. However, it is important to remember that you are in an isolated place.The food is good, but not like you would get in a big city. A horseback trip up the...More

    Thank Paul H
    Reviewed 22 June 2017
    Enjoyed my getaway

    The diving was a lot of fun. The boat was comfortable and the crew were professional, friendly and informative. They took good care of us and our gear. The beach was beautiful. The hotel was nice and the food good... but our bungalow was not...More

    Thank Bobbie Jo B
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    Beachfront
    Free Internet
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    Airport Transportation
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    USD 208 - USD 309 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    Wheaton G
    9 January 2017|
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    Response from drake2006 | Property representative |
    Good afternoon, We don´t have restaurant, bar or TV. We have a dinning room for our guest.
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    1Wildone
    24 October 2016|
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    Response from Manuel B | Reviewed this property |
    Joanna, I am sorry but do not know the answer to your question. I suggest you to contact directly one of the hotels in the area, such as the one we stayed in: the Pirate Cove. There are many others in Bahía Drake. Cheers... More
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    24 November 2015|
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    Response from drake2006 | Property representative |
    We have wine and beer.
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    "Loved the bungalows with AC"
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    "The cabins were well worth the little extra money."
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    "We pay a little extra for the deluxe room, which is well worth it to us."
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    "cheap room no AC, pay more get it all"
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