Are the specialty restaurants included at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

Yes: premium & à la carte dining is included in the all-inclusive plan at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica. Unlimited-Luxury: gourmet a la carte dining, no reservations required.

Does Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica include top-shelf liquor?

Yes: top-shelf liquor is included in the all-inclusive plan at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica. unlimited international top-shelf spirits.

Is room service included at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

Partly: room service is included with limits at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica. 24-hour room service. The June 25, 2026 supplier guide flags temporarily limited hours without stating the schedule, despite broader 24-hour wording elsewhere; current hours are unverified.

Is Wi-Fi free at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

Yes: wi-fi is included in the all-inclusive plan at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica.

Is the minibar included at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

Yes: in-room minibar is included in the all-inclusive plan at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica. refreshed daily with beer, soft drinks, water and snacks.

Are non-motorized water sports included at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

Yes: non-motorized water sports is included in the all-inclusive plan at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica.

Are spa treatments included at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

No: spa treatments costs extra at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Secrets Spa by Pevonia treatments at extra cost.

Is the kids' club included at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica doesn't offer kids' club. adults-only resort (18+).

Are airport transfers included at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

No: airport transfers costs extra at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica and isn't part of the all-inclusive plan. Guests pay for their own airport transportation; the resort's concierge will arrange a ride at the guest's cost.

Is tipping expected at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

No: gratuities are included in the all-inclusive rate at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica, so tipping isn't expected. Taxes and gratuities are included in the June 2026 supplier Unlimited-Luxury plan.

It’s All Inclusive

Costa Rica · Adults only · 5-star

Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

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8.5 / 10

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

Strongest on service and pools & spa

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Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica at a glance

Location: Guanacaste
Guests: Adults only
The plan: All-inclusive
Setting: Near the coast
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5 on Google2,621 reviews
Best months: Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
Pools: 2 pools
Airport transfer: LIRAbout 20 minutes
Dining: 7 restaurants
Drinks: 5 bars

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What it costs

Rooms & prices

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$420pp / night

$839 for two, sampled rate · checked Nov 2, 2026

Cheapest month we've seen: December, around $420 pp / night.

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Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica is an adults-only all-inclusive on Arenilla Beach in the Gulf of Papagayo.
The resort is quiet, scenic, and romantic rather than a party-focused adults-only resort.
The property is hilly and spread out, so shuttles are important for many guests.
Beach water is generally calm and usable, but the volcanic darker sand gets hot and the beach is not the white-sand Caribbean style some guests expect.
Recent guest comments mention renovations or needed updates, so room-condition feedback should be checked close to booking.
Hidden tips
Book Preferred Club if you want better views, lounge access, and a more private feel.
Choose this for quiet romance and nature views rather than nightlife.
Pack footwear for hot dark sand and hillside walking.
Things guests wish they had known
This is a quiet resort; nightlife typically winds down early.
The property layout involves hills and shuttles.
The beach is natural and scenic, but not the classic white-sand Caribbean look.
Strengths from our research
Quiet adults-only atmosphere.
Beautiful Gulf of Papagayo views.
Good romance and honeymoon fit.
Small-to-mid-size resort feel compared with larger Costa Rica all-inclusives.
Friendly staff and scenic room categories receive recurring praise.
Other considerations from our research
Hilly layout is not ideal for mobility-limited guests.
Food is generally good but not consistently exceptional.
Beach is scenic and calm but not a powdery white-sand beach.
Some rooms and facilities may feel due for updates.

What guests say

Most loved

Quiet adults-only atmosphere
Bay and ocean views
Friendly staff
Romantic hillside rooms
Relaxed pools and shuttle service

Most complained about

Hilly resort layout
Food is good but not exceptional
Beach sand gets hot and is darker volcanic sand
Some areas need updates or renovation

From Reddit

Reddit feedback is generally favorable for quiet, romance, views, staff, and all-inclusive ease, while repeatedly warning about the hillside layout, modest nightlife, and good-but-not-spectacular food.

What’s included

Included

Premium & à la carte diningIncluded
Unlimited-Luxury: gourmet a la carte dining, no reservations required
Top-shelf liquorIncluded
unlimited international top-shelf spirits
Wi-FiIncluded
In-room minibarIncluded
refreshed daily with beer, soft drinks, water and snacks
Non-motorized water sportsIncluded
Tipping & gratuitiesTips included
Taxes and gratuities are included in the June 2026 supplier Unlimited-Luxury plan.

Not included

Spa treatmentsCosts extra
Secrets Spa by Pevonia treatments at extra cost
Airport transfersCosts extra
Guests pay for their own airport transportation; the resort's concierge will arrange a ride at the guest's cost.

Included with limits

Room servicePartly included
24-hour room service. The June 25, 2026 supplier guide flags temporarily limited hours without stating the schedule, despite broader 24-hour wording elsewhere; current hours are unverified.

Policies & availability

Kids' clubNot available
adults-only resort (18+)

Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this

More resort facts

Rooms and suites: 202

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

8.5 / 10How we score

Value: 8.0 out of 10
Service: 8.5 out of 10
Beach: 8.1 out of 10
Dining: 8.0 out of 10
Rooms: 8.2 out of 10
Pools & Spa: 8.5 out of 10

Confidence is high across the board except value, service, beach, dining, rooms, pools & spa and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.

Score breakdown, research & sources

The Palmprint file

How we scored Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

9 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jun 28, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.

hyatt · reddit · expedia · official · fact_sheet · tripadvisor · official_rooms · golden_globalist · reddit_secondary

The six that set the score

Value8.0

Service8.5

Beach8.1

Dining8.0

Rooms8.2

Pools & Spa8.5

And 3 more we track

Romance8.8

Quiet8.7

Remote work8.0

Confidence is high across the board except value, service, beach, dining, rooms, pools & spa and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.

Open a category

Value8.0Medium confidence

Food Value: 7.8
Layout Caveat: 7.0
Romance Value: 8.5
All Inclusive Value: 8.2

Method: Value score from guest sentiment all inclusive inclusions and hillside update caveatsExpedia · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Hyatt · Golden GlobalistVerified Jun 28, 2026

Service8.5Medium confidence

Shuttle Service: 8.4
Consistency Caveat: 7.5
Restaurant Service: 8.2
Staff Friendliness: 8.7

Method: Guest sentiment analysis for staff friendliness shuttle support and restaurant serviceTripAdvisor · Expedia · Reddit · Hyatt · Golden GlobalistVerified Jun 28, 2026

Beach8.1Medium confidence

Scenery: 8.8
Beach Access: 8.7
Swimmability: 8.3
Sand Heat Caveat: 6.7
White Sand Expectation Caveat: 6.8

Method: Beach score from calm arenilla beach setting guest swimmability and dark sand caveatOfficial · Fact Sheet · TripAdvisor · Expedia · Reddit · Golden GlobalistVerified Jun 28, 2026

Dining8.0Medium confidence

Foodie Caveat: 7.0
Restaurant Variety: 8.0
Guest Food Sentiment: 8.0
Preferred Club Value: 8.1

Method: Restaurant inventory and guest food sentiment analysisOfficial · Hyatt · Expedia · Reddit · TripAdvisor · Golden GlobalistVerified Jun 28, 2026

Rooms8.2Medium confidence

Views: 8.7
Room Size: 8.2
Update Caveat: 7.0
Preferred Club Plunge Pool: 8.6

Method: Room score from official 202 room suite inventory views and guest condition feedbackOfficial Rooms · Fact Sheet · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Golden GlobalistVerified Jun 28, 2026

Pools & Spa8.5Medium confidence

Main Pool: 8.5
Quiet Pool: 8.6
Pool Service: 8.4
Lounger Availability: 8.0

Method: Pool score from main pool quiet pool spa pool and guest sentimentTripAdvisor · Reddit · Golden Globalist · Expedia · That Wisconsin CoupleVerified Jun 28, 2026

Romance8.8High confidence

Quiet: 8.7
Views: 8.8
Adults Only: 9.0
Preferred Club: 8.6

Method: Romance score from adults only setting ocean views quiet layout and honeymoon room categoriesOfficial · Hyatt · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Fact Sheet · Golden GlobalistVerified Jun 28, 2026

Quiet8.7High confidence

Quiet Pool: 8.7
Adults Only: 8.8
Hillside Privacy: 8.4
Low Key Nightlife: 8.8

Method: Quiet score from guest reports of low key adults only atmosphere and early ending entertainmentTripAdvisor · Reddit · Expedia · Golden GlobalistVerified Jun 28, 2026

Remote work8.0Medium confidence

Wifi: 8.3
Quiet: 8.7
Room Comfort: 8.2
Workspace Evidence: 6.8

Method: Remote work score from free wifi quiet room environment and hillside resort caveatHyatt · Official Rooms · TripAdvisorVerified Jun 28, 2026

What it does best

Quiet adults-only atmosphere.
Beautiful Gulf of Papagayo views.
Good romance and honeymoon fit.
Small-to-mid-size resort feel compared with larger Costa Rica all-inclusives.
Friendly staff and scenic room categories receive recurring praise.

Where it costs you

Hilly layout is not ideal for mobility-limited guests.
Food is generally good but not consistently exceptional.
Beach is scenic and calm but not a powdery white-sand beach.
Some rooms and facilities may feel due for updates.

Palmprint methodology 1.0How we score What the Palmprint measures

Room intelligence

Rooms To Avoid: Guests with mobility concerns should avoid higher hillside rooms unless they are comfortable relying on resort shuttles.The resort is widely described as hilly and spread out.
Best Room Category: Preferred Club Junior Suite Plunge Pool or Preferred Club ocean-view categoriesBest fit for couples prioritizing views, private outdoor space, and a quieter upgraded experience.

Everything we read on Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

Hyatt Reddit Expedia Official Fact SheetTripadvisorOfficial Rooms Golden Globalist Reddit Secondary

Restaurants & bars

Palmprint food score 8.0 / 10

Places to eat: 7
A la carte: 4
Buffets: 1
Bars and lounges: 5
Swim-up bars: 1

Asian · Italian · International · Grill/Seafood · Healthy/Spa cuisine · Cafe

Aqua
Healthy style cuisine Casual Elegance required for dinner
Included in the plan
More about Aqua
Service
Restaurant
Hours
Breakfast 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., Lunch 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Dinner 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Barefoot Grill
Snacks and grill specialties. Located in the main pool area, by the bar Sugar Reef Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner No dress code
Included in the plan
More about Barefoot Grill
Service
Grill
Hours
Open 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Barracuda
Beach and pool bar offering signature cocktails.
Included in the plan
More about Barracuda
Service
Bar
Hours
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Coco Café
Premium coffee and deli snacks served in a casual and relaxed atmosphere Open throughout the day
Included in the plan
More about Coco Café
Service
Café
Hours
Open 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Dress code
Casual
Himitsu
Specializing in a fusion of Pan-Asian cuisine served à la carte Reservations required for hibachi/teppanyaki tables.
Included in the plan
Reservations required for hibachi/teppanyaki tables only; retained imported rule, confirm current arrangements
More about Himitsu
Service
À la carte
Hours
Dinner 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Dress code
Casual Elegance
Manatees
Swim-up pool bar offering signature cocktails.
Included in the plan
More about Manatees
Service
Bar
Hours
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Market Café
Located in front of the main pool/area Buffet style with international cuisine, theme stations and a show cooking experience Casual Elegance required for dinner
Included in the plan
More about Market Café
Service
Buffet
Hours
Breakfast 6:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Lunch 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Dinner 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Portofino
Delectable Italian à la carte cuisine Wine cellar *Available for private dining with an excellent selection of international fine wines; Additional charges apply.
Private wine-cellar dining costs extra; price unverified. Regular restaurant dining remains included.
Included in the plan
More about Portofino
Service
À la carte
Hours
Dinner 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Dress code
Formal
Rendezvous
Lobby bar featuring chic furniture for lounging with a refreshing cocktail
Included in the plan
More about Rendezvous
Service
Bar
Hours
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Revive
Located next to the spa, offering a wide selection of healthy and natural beverages and cocktails
Included in the plan
More about Revive
Service
Bar
Hours
10:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Seaside Grill
À la Carte Breakfast, Grilled favorites and quick bites served poolside *Breakfast exclusive for Preferred Club guests only No dress code
Breakfast exclusive to Preferred Club guests; lunch and dinner are separately listed.
Included in the plan
More about Seaside Grill
Service
À la carte
Hours
Breakfast* 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., Lunch 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Dinner 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sugar Reef
Tropical cocktails with great ocean views by the pool and on the beach
Included in the plan
More about Sugar Reef
Service
Bar
Hours
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.

Six restaurants plus Coco Cafe (Himitsu, Portofino, Seaside Grill, Market Cafe buffet, Aqua spa restaurant); five bars incl. swim-up Himitsu hibachi/teppanyaki tables require reservations; Seaside Grill breakfast is exclusive to Preferred Club guests. Portofino private wine-cellar dining carries additional charges, as recorded in the fact sheet. The June 2026 supplier guide flags temporarily limited room-service hours but does not specify them; confirm current hours. Other reservation rules are not confirmed.

Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.

Do you need dinner reservations at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica?

Himitsu: Reservations required for hibachi/teppanyaki tables only; retained imported rule, confirm current arrangements. Six restaurants plus Coco Cafe (Himitsu, Portofino, Seaside Grill, Market Cafe buffet, Aqua spa restaurant); five bars incl. swim-up Himitsu hibachi/teppanyaki tables require reservations; Seaside Grill breakfast is exclusive to Preferred Club guests. Portofino private wine-cellar dining carries additional charges, as recorded in the fact sheet. The June 2026 supplier guide flags temporarily limited room-service hours but does not specify them; confirm current hours. Other reservation rules are not confirmed. Reservation rules for venues without a stated policy are unverified; confirm with the resort.

Rooms & suites

Seasonally sampled rooms are not available yet.

More room options (9)

Room categories at Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
Suite	Occupancy	Size
Tropical View king Bed Tropical View (Not on regular sale) Room details for Tropical View king Bed Tropical View (Not on regular sale) 12 units in this category.	Sleeps 2	398 ft²37 m²
Panoramic Deluxe Ocean View King Balcony Ocean View Room details for Panoramic Deluxe Ocean View King Balcony Ocean View 44 units in this category.	Sleeps 2	398 ft²37 m²
Bungalow Suite Tropical View Tropical View Room details for Bungalow Suite Tropical View Tropical View 77 units in this category.	Sleeps 3	452 ft²42 m²
Preferred Club Bungalow Suite Ocean View Ocean View Room details for Preferred Club Bungalow Suite Ocean View Ocean View 44 units in this category.	Sleeps 3	452 ft²42 m²
Preferred Club Bungalow Suite Ocean Front Ocean Front View Room details for Preferred Club Bungalow Suite Ocean Front Ocean Front View 14 units in this category.	Sleeps 2	452 ft²42 m²
Preferred Club Junior Suite Plunge Ocean View Pool Room details for Preferred Club Junior Suite Plunge Ocean View Pool 7 units in this category.	Sleeps 2	592 ft²55 m²
Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean Ocean Front Front Room details for Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean Ocean Front Front 2 units in this category.	Sleeps 2	624 ft²58 m²
Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite Ocean Front Room details for Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite Ocean Front 1 units in this category.	Sleeps 2	689 ft²64 m²
Preferred Club Presidential Suite Ocean View Room details for Preferred Club Presidential Suite Ocean View 1 units in this category.	Sleeps 4	1,399 ft²130 m²

Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.

Pools and the beach

Pools & waterplay

2pools

Two pools overlooking the Pacific; entire resort is adults-only

Pools 8.5

The beach itself

8.1beach score · medium confidence

Dark volcanic-sand cove on sheltered Playa Arenilla, Papagayo Bay (Pacific); official and review reports describe calm morning water; sargassum is a Caribbean/Atlantic phenomenon

Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand

Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.

Families & group stays

Group travel

Taking a group to Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

Adults-only; meeting facilities, group dining and wedding coordinator offered; evenings are wine tastings, beach movie screenings and quiet bars

Private dining & events: Bookable
Group rates: Negotiable on a block
Nightlife: Low-key, quiet by late evening

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Weather guide

When to go

Best months: Dec to Apr

Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run May to Nov.

Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica by month · average high, rain days and our verdict
Measure	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average daily high	93°F34°C	95°F35°C	95°F35°C	93°F34°C	91°F33°C	90°F32°C	90°F32°C	90°F32°C	90°F32°C	90°F32°C	90°F32°C	91°F33°C
Rain days	1 day	0 days	0 days	3 days	12 days	14 days	10 days	13 days	16 days	17 days	9 days	2 days
Verdict	Best	Best	Best	Best	Wet	Wet	Wet	Wet	Wet	Wet	Wet	Best

Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.

Getting to Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica

Nearest airport: LIR · Liberia Airport
Approximate transfer: 20 minutes
Transportation: Secrets Papagayo guests pay for airport transportation; the concierge can arrange it.

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Check Liberia airport transfer options

White airport shuttle bus at a tropical airport curb

Hotel transportation

Secrets Papagayo guests pay for airport transportation; the concierge can arrange it.

Check hotel transfer details

No fixed airport-transfer fare was published in the resort FAQ. Request a current quote specifying per-person versus vehicle pricing, one-way versus return coverage and all taxes or extras.

The resort FAQ says guests are responsible for transport costs to and from the resort, with concierge help or online booking available for an additional fee. Confirm LIR, private versus shared service, all passengers and luggage, meeting instructions and return pickup. Check your specific package confirmation for any separately arranged inclusion; do not infer free transport from an all-inclusive stay or a room upgrade.

Hotel sources and checked date

Checked November 4, 2026

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Destination essentials & trip planning

North West from Panama Beach Main Entrance, Papagayo Golf and Country Club, 10 Km, Guanacaste Province, Papagayo, 50503, Costa Rica · +506 2672 0000

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