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The Gilded Iguana Hotel was designed by surfs and for surfers. The hotel was originally a surfer spot in Nosara since 1988. Since Surfers, yoga lovers to adventure travelers seeking the best in Costa Rica hotels come for direct access to the region’s most famous beach, Playa Guiones, and stay to experience the most consistent surf breaks in the world, a relaxing yoga retreat, and adventurous mountain biking.
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The original Surfer Spot in Nosara
The Gilded Iguana is the original surfer spot in Nosara, a long-time destination for an international community of surfers seeking an off-the-grid escape. Here, surfers of all ages and experience levels calibrate their equilibrium on the waves off one of the best beaches in Costa Rica, Playa Guiones.
The hotel proudly claims many “firsts” at our Costa Rica hotel: the first structure built in Nosara, first telephone in town, and first live music venue. Few things have changed since The Gilded Iguana took on its current form as a hotel, restaurant, and town meeting place in 1988. A new design by acclaimed architect Benjamin Saxe captures our essence and history while appealing to style-conscious travelers with equal measures of rugged luxury and authenticity.
Outside the hotel, Nosara’s natural surroundings and relaxed vibe remain the same – especially its most famous beach, Playa Guiones. Beyond the unpaved roads leading to the expansive seven-kilometer-long stretch of undeveloped white sand and consistent waves, adventure seekers enjoy mountain biking and the world’s longest zip line. And the region’s eco-friendly, all-natural lifestyle rounds out the appeal for yoga retreats and a culinary scene that offers freshly-grown produce and just-caught seafood.
No matter the reason for your visit, this affordable and contemporary hotel rooms, unique surf school and club, and a destination are waiting for you.
