Ola Bonita Aparthotel

What locals are saying about Ola Bonita Aparthotel

What sets Ola Bonita apart is that the beach is a few steps away: from the pool you walk down a palm-lined garden to the dark sand of Playa Hermosa, and past guests talk about how quiet it is, whether for an early start or for stargazing at night. The studios and apartments are simple, with an equipped kitchen, air conditioning, a private bathroom and parking; some describe them as traditional cabins with the bare minimum, others find them comfortable and roomy for a family of four.

A Costa Rican-Italian family runs it, and the service is what comes up most: guests find the staff attentive and the rooms clean. It has not all been smooth: one guest described a messy check-in, with the room not ready at the agreed time, so it pays to confirm your arrival time with the hotel. The pool is small and one guest recommends it for travelers on a budget; it is in Playa Hermosa, with places to eat nearby.