Harmony Hotel, Nosara

The Harmony Hotel, established in 2005, offers tranquility near the beach. The hotel's architecture blends tropical charm with modern elegance, featuring wood-paneled ceilings and open-air dining spaces. The hotel's layout creates an intimate atmosphere, with bungalows and rooms arranged in a horseshoe pattern around the restaurant and pool area. Despite being within walking distance of Playa Guiones, shops, and restaurants, Harmony Hotel immerses you in nature with its well-kept gardens. Just a 12-minute drive from downtown Nosara and a 2-minute walk from Playa Guiones, the hotel is ideally located for experiencing the Nosara lifestyle.

 

Pros

• Guests can borrow surfboards and bicycles.
• In-room amenities include king-sized beds, organic toiletries, safes, and coffee makers.
• The hotel provides one complimentary daily yoga class for each guest.
• In addition to massages and facials, the spa offers acupuncture and cold water therapy. 

Cons

• The restaurant and bar close on the earlier side (8:30 and 9 pm, respectively).
• The pool can get crowded during peak times, so travelers might have to go early to claim a lounge chair.
• Having many families on the property can cause the hotel to be somewhat loud at times.

Authenticity

The hotel's grounds are rich with native plants, and the tropical architecture reflects local tradition. The restaurant focuses on sustainable farm-to-table cuisine with ingredients produced by local Costa Rican farmers.

Location

The Harmony Hotel is a 12-minute drive (4.1 mi/6.6 km) from downtown Nosara. The area near the hotel is bustling and very walkable, allowing travelers to experience the Nosara lifestyle. It's only a two-minute walk from the beach at Playa Guiones and within walking distance of several shops and restaurants. 

Rooms & Bathrooms

The accommodations at Harmony Hotel range from the cozy Cocos Room to the spacious villas, all designed with a tropical yet modern aesthetic. Terracotta clay floors and lofty wood-paneled ceilings give the rooms a warm and inviting atmosphere. With king-sized beds, organic toiletries, and comfortable pillow-top mattresses, guests are in for a restful night. The rooms also feature private outdoor spaces with outdoor showers, hammocks, and seating areas. For families or larger groups, the Palma Bungalows and suites offer ample space, with the Palma Bungalows featuring a kitchenette and private plunge pool and the suites offering two bedrooms and a large wooden deck. For a more secluded retreat, the off-site Casa Harmony offers a vacation home experience with a private infinity pool and ocean views.

Wildlife

The hotel's grounds are full of native plants that provide sustenance to monkeys, iguanas, lizards, and various exotic birds, squirrels, and coatis. Guests can expect to see wildlife from the outdoor patios of each room and around the property.

Amenities

Guests can enjoy the hotel's large pool area, lined with lounge chairs for relaxation. The Harmony Hotel offers a range of amenities, including its Healing Center with yoga classes, massages, facials, acupuncture, and other body treatments in relaxing, private rooms with large floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the hotel's gardens. Surfboards and bikes are available to borrow. Basic wash and fold laundry services are available for free and can be arranged through the hotel's front desk. The Harmony Hotel is accessible. A small on-site shop sells a curated collection of books, crafts, art, and artifacts.

Family-Friendliness

Harmony Hotel is family-friendly and regularly hosts families and children during school holidays. Children under the age of 13 stay for free. Most rooms at Harmony Hotel can accommodate families between four and six. The hotel's restaurant provides several kid-friendly menu options, and families will enjoy strolling through the property's native plant gardens. The grounds are stroller-friendly.

Other Highlights

Dining at the hotel is a treat. The on-site restaurant focuses on sustainable farm-to-table cuisine served in an open-air dining area. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served a la carte. At the end of the day, unwind at the full-service bar with a cocktail or smoothie. The restaurant and bar area's ambience is tropical; guests might spot wildlife in the gardens while dining.