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Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

4.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront property with 2 outdoor pools

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Property grounds
Preferred Club Junior Suite King Plunge Pool | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Secrets Papagayo on Costa Rica's coast offers an all-inclusive adults-only experience with thoughtful amenities. Travelers appreciate the attentive staff while enjoying the swim-up bar, beach massages, yoga classes at the gym, and relaxing poolside cabanas.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Gym

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Bungalow Suite King Tropical View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Bungalow Suite Double Tropical View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Beach/ocean view

Deluxe Ocean View King Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Preferred Club Bungalow Suite Double Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Preferred Club Bungalow Suite King Ocean Front View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Preferred Club Junior Suite King Plunge Pool | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Preferred Club Junior Suite King Plunge Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Preferred Club Junior Suite King Ocean Front

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Preferred Club Presidential Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Preferred Club Presidential Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
  • 130 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Preferred Club Bungalow Suite King Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Bungalow, 1 King Bed (Bungalow)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Arenilla, Sardinal, Guanacaste, 50503

What's nearby

  • Panamá Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Coco Beach - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Playa Virador - 54 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Playa Nacascolo - 56 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Río Bhongo - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪The Italian - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Makoko - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coco Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Luxury all-inclusive property near Playa Hermosa
A swim-up bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages, and beach volleyball. Indulge in a massage, a body scrub, and a facial at Secrets Spa by Pevonia, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Asian cuisine. Fitness classes and Pilates classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include volleyball and beach yoga. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with free cabanas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 202 individually decorated rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 48-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, daily housekeeping, and desks

All inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Snorkeling

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Lessons/classes/games

Dancing
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 4 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aqua
  • Himitsu
  • Market Café
  • Portofino
  • Seaside Grill

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pilates classes
  • Tennis lessons

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 13 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 38

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 65 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 65 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 38 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica Adults All Inclusive
Secrets Costa Rica Adults All Inclusive
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica Adults
Secrets Costa Rica Adults
Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica Adults only All Inclusive
Secrets Costa Rica Adults All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Frequently asked questions

Does Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive?

As of 9 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive on 12 Oct 2025 start from US$951.83, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive pet-friendly?

Yes, Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 65 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 40 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 38 (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include snorkeling, dance classes, yoga classes, and more.

Where is Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal property is within a 5-minute walk of Playa Venado and Playa Jícaro. Playa Monte del Barco and Panamá Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 544 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 544 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 544 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 544 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 544 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was so enjoyable, with beautiful views, plenty to do, and excellent food options!! The staff goes above and beyond, and we would highly recommend this property for an amazing vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Treasure L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean & good staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garnik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was everything we wanted and expected. We had an amazing time and were very relaxed the entire time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very very nice people... love all the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shamel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice vacation, quiet yet had some fun activities. we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamonae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is beautiful resort. We thoroughly enjoyed our honeymoon. We are interested in checking out other Secrets properties. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous place! We loved our room and every staff member we interacted with was so friendly and welcoming! They were so generous with our celebration and reason for visiting. Donald the pool bartender was our absolute favorite! He was so much fun and we loved chatting with him. So many onsite activities to do as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, with accommodating and welcoming staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that this hotel is cozy and quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was amazing, staff was very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Secrets! The views are incredible and the staff are lovely. We enjoyed our Oceanfront room, however, there is quite a bit of noise transfer from outside and other rooms. The room was clean and beautiful! The pools were amazing and the drinks were great! Great entertainment and music. This was our first time staying at a Secrets resort and we would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katerina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the food options. 2 different pools, one with a lot of activities and one more quiet. The staff was outstanding. Big shout out to Gina, our server in the Cafe and Alba our hostess. Drivers Heiner and Nelson made our transportation around the resort personable and enjoyable. We were treated as friends rather than guests. The head concierge Josue was attentive to our every need and the ultimate professional.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominick Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entertainment services were great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

This was an incredibly beautiful resort and we were extremely well taken care of. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ivette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness
Gave this property a three because the staff could’ve been a bit friendlier, kind of just referred us to an app that wasnt very user friendly, there was no hot water in the shower the first day, the gift shop was insanely expensive, and communications with room service and
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property overall was really nice. Great tropical aesthetic, landscaping well taken care of and pools nicely designed. The rooms though could have been nicer. They’re nice but quite small and not sealed off from outside apparently. I was stung by a scorpion on my first night and response for this should have been faster. They just gave us free massages for the inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and spot in Costa Rica. We loved the staff and activities. Ronnie the bartender at the Aqua bar makes the most amazing drinks! Our house keeper Olga was excellent. Our room always looked like we had just checked in. Great food, great drinks, great location!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was absolutely excellent; friendly and helpful. We thought the facilities slightly dated, couch was uncomfortable. Hyatt app needs a lot of work.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

LEOPOLDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When it rained the roof in our room leaked pouring water into living, we were told that they had made several attempts to impair this, but that it's still leaked every time a heavy rain came. The staff left towels and buckets from when it rained to the end of our stay. It was not a $1500 a night room because water pouring in.
Rained leaking thru roof in living room
Rained leaking thru roof
Rained leaking thru roof
Rained leaking thru roof
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Love the landscaping! Food was great. Just had to battle big ants in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Great service and beautiful area
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel’s location is truly beautiful, with stunning views of the beach and surrounding nature - definitely a highlight of the stay. However, my experience with early check-in was disappointing. I paid extra for the 9 a.m. early check-in option, but upon arrival, I was told my room wasn’t ready. Understandable in the early morning, so I went for breakfast and then a swim to pass the time. By noon (over 3.5 hours later), I checked back with the front desk, only to be told the room still wasn’t ready but “soon.” I ended up waiting in the lobby for nearly four more hours before finally getting access to my room - around 4 p.m., which is regular check-in time. What made the situation frustrating was watching dozens of other guests (40+ by my count) check in, receive their keys, and head to their rooms while I sat waiting - despite having paid for early access. It seems there’s a lack of oversight in how early check-in is managed, and unfortunately, it left me feeling like the option is more of an upsell gimmick than a guaranteed service. The property itself is wonderful, but if you’re considering paying for early check-in, I’d recommend skipping it and just planning to arrive later in the day - or grab lunch nearby before heading to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025