Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
About Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
Secrets Papagayo is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort on Playa Arenilla, a small beach on the Gulf of Papagayo near Playas del Coco. Rooms are set in low-rise bungalows on a hillside, many of them with ocean views.
It is one of the closest beach resorts to Liberia airport, which makes it easy for short getaways, honeymoons and weddings. Guests must be 18 or older, meals and drinks are included, and the Preferred Club offers upgraded suites and extra perks for couples who want more privacy.
At a glance
Highlights
- About 26 minutes from Liberia airport
- Adults-only and all-inclusive
- Bungalow suites with ocean views
- Preferred Club with plunge pool suite
- Spa with 13 treatment rooms
Amenities
Rooms and suites
The resort has 202 rooms and suites, most in bungalow-style buildings with tropical or ocean views. Preferred Club categories include ocean-front suites, a junior suite with a plunge pool, a honeymoon suite and a presidential suite.
- Tropical View King rooms
- Deluxe Ocean View King with balcony
- Bungalow Suites with tropical or ocean views
- Preferred Club Bungalow Suites, ocean view or ocean front
- Preferred Club Junior Suite with plunge pool
- Preferred Club Honeymoon and Presidential suites
Restaurants and bars
All meals, snacks and drinks are part of the all-inclusive plan. The resort has four restaurants plus a café, along with five bars and lounges, a poolside bar and a swim-up bar.
Specialty restaurants are popular in the evenings, so check how reservations work when you arrive. Preferred Club guests get extra perks, including free minibar items in their rooms.
- Himitsu
- Portofino
- Seaside Grill
- Aqua
- Market Café: coffee shop and café
- Five bars and lounges, a poolside bar and a swim-up bar
Beach, pools and spa
The resort is beachfront, with umbrellas and towels on Playa Arenilla. There are two outdoor pools with free cabanas and a swim-up bar, open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Other beaches nearby include Playa Panamá, Playa Hermosa and Playas del Coco, all within about 15 minutes by car.
Secrets Spa by Pevonia has 13 treatment rooms offering facials, hot stone massages, body scrubs and couples treatments, with a sauna and steam room. Beach massages are also available.
Activities and entertainment
Rooms are spread across a hillside, so expect some walking and stairs between your bungalow, the restaurants and the beach. The upside is privacy and views, especially from the ocean-view and ocean-front suites. Couples who want a livelier evening can take a short taxi ride to Playas del Coco, which has bars, restaurants and dive shops.
Daytime activities include beach yoga, Pilates and fitness classes, snorkeling, beach volleyball and tennis with lessons. Evening entertainment and live music are part of the stay, and the resort handles weddings and vow renewals.
- Beach yoga and Pilates
- Snorkeling
- Beach volleyball
- Tennis court with lessons
- Nightly entertainment and music
- Wedding services
Who it’s best for
- Best for: couples, honeymooners and adult friends who want an all-inclusive beach stay close to the airport.
- Consider another resort if: you are traveling with children, want a large beach for long walks, or need elevators, since the property has none.
Getting there from Liberia International Airport
Secrets Papagayo is about 26 minutes by car from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia (LIR), one of the shortest transfers to any beach resort in Guanacaste.
The short drive means you can land in Liberia and be by the pool within the hour on most days. That makes Secrets Papagayo a practical choice for long weekends, and it leaves more of your trip for the beach instead of the road.
Good to know
- Adults only, minimum age 18
- Check-in from 3:00 PM, check-out by noon
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms and some public areas
- Meals, drinks and entertainment included
- No elevators on the property
- Free self and valet parking
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FAQ about Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica
Is Secrets Papagayo all-inclusive?
Yes. Meals, snacks, drinks and entertainment are included in the rate.
Is Secrets Papagayo adults only?
Yes. Guests must be 18 or older.
How far is Secrets Papagayo from Liberia airport?
It is about a 26-minute drive from Liberia International Airport (LIR).
How many restaurants does Secrets Papagayo have?
There are four restaurants plus Market Café, along with five bars and lounges.
Is there a swim-up bar?
Yes, there is a swim-up bar and a poolside bar.
Are there suites with plunge pools?
Yes, the Preferred Club Junior Suite King comes with a plunge pool.
Is the resort on the beach?
Yes, it is on Playa Arenilla, near Playas del Coco.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free in rooms and some public areas.
What time is check-in?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by noon.
Is Secrets Papagayo good for honeymoons?
Yes. It is adults only, close to the airport and offers a honeymoon suite and wedding services.
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