🇨🇷 Ojochal, Costa Rica

El Castillo

📍 Ojochal

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당신의 머물기 — El Castillo

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Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to El Castillo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the upper floors (3rd-4th) facing the east or west, as they are likely to receive morning sunlight and afternoon breezes. These rooms are also away from the potential street noise, which may be present on the lower floors.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they may experience more street noise from the road. Additionally, rooms near the lift (elevator) may experience more noise from the lift's operation.

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Best views

The east or west-facing rooms on the upper floors (3rd-4th) may have views of the surrounding landscape or the nearby hills.

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Quietest floors

The 3rd-4th floors are likely to be the quietest, as they are higher up and away from the street level.

🔊 Noise notes

Ojochal is a coastal town, so you may hear some ocean sounds and seagulls in the area. Additionally, the hotel's location on the main road may result in some traffic noise on the lower floors.

Insider tips

Be sure to request a room with a balcony or patio to enjoy the views and fresh air. If you're planning to explore the area, consider renting a car or booking a shuttle in advance, as public transportation options may be limited.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — El Castillo

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel, with speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

Serves all floors, but some rooms on upper floors require a short walk

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in: 16:00, Check-out: 12:00, Early bag-drop available from 08:00, Late check-out until 18:00 available for ₡20,000

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Baggage Storage

Available in designated area near reception, free of charge

Accessibility

Step-free access to main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms available, but no elevator access to the pool area

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Parking

On-site parking available, ₡5,000 per night; nearest public car park (Pavas) is ₡3,500 per day; no EV charging available

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: ₡350 per person per night (mandatory city tax)

Deposit & card hold: advance deposit of ₡50,000 + incidental card hold of ₡100,000 at check-in

5분 라디오 필수

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Convenience Store

L'Epicerie — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Costa Rican Colón (CRC)

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Where to exchange

Travellers can exchange currency at local banks (Banco Nacional, Banco de Costa Rica) or currency exchange offices (Cambio) in nearby Uvita or Dominical. Be wary of poor rates at the Juan Santamaría International Airport or tourist bureaux.

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Cards & contactless

Credit cards are widely accepted in tourist areas, but cash is preferred in smaller towns and rural areas. Contactless payments are not common, and mobile pay apps are not widely used.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. 5-10% in restaurants and bars, and ₡500-1,000 (≈ $0.80-$1.60 USD) for taxi drivers and hotel staff.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

A typical cheap coffee can be found at a local soda (small café) for ₡1,500-2,000 (≈ $2.40-$3.20 USD)

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Best-value lunch

A street food lunch, such as a casado (meat, rice, beans, and vegetables), can be had for ₡3,000-4,000 (≈ $4.80-$6.40 USD)

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Affordable dinner

A budget dinner at a local restaurant can cost ₡6,000-8,000 (≈ $9.60-$12.80 USD) for a main course

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Street food & cheap eats

Street food and markets are common in Uvita and Dominical, offering a variety of local cuisine at reasonable prices

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Budget groceries

Super Pali and Mas x Menos are budget supermarket chains with locations in nearby towns

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Affordable clothes

Local markets in Uvita and Dominical offer affordable clothing options, including handmade crafts and souvenirs

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Cheapest way around

The cheapest way to get around is by public bus (₡1,500-2,000, ≈ $2.40-$3.20 USD), or rent a bike or scooter for ₡10,000-20,000 (≈ $16-$32 USD) per day

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Money-saving tips

Use local currency to avoid poor exchange rates at tourist areasEat at local sodas and street food stalls for affordable mealsShop at local markets for unique souvenirs and affordable clothing

Emergency Contacts

Ojochal

+506 2769-2020 (Policía de Turismo) or +506 800-SOS-EMERGENCIA (for emergencies only)

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

No restaurants found locally on OpenStreetMap for Ojochal. Try a local search for restaurants near your hotel.

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ojochal, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at El Castillo

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

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Interbus Shuttle $20-$30 USD

SJO Airport → Ojochal

💡 Book the Interbus shuttle to Uvita, then transfer to a local bus or taxi to get to Ojochal

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SJO Airport Car Rentals $40-$60 USD per day

SJO Airport → Ojochal

💡 Rent a 4x4 vehicle for the rough roads between Uvita and Ojochal

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Tracopa Bus $5-$10 USD

SJO Airport → Ojochal, via Uvita

💡 Take the bus to Uvita first, then transfer to a local bus or taxi to get to Ojochal

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Shuttle Services by El Castillo $60-$80 USD

SJO Airport → El Castillo, Ojochal

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Ojochal 소개

Wikipedia ↗

Palmar Sur Airport (IATA: PMZ, ICAO: MRPM) is an airport serving the adjacent towns of Palmar Norte and Palmar Sur in Osa Canton, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. Palmar Norte and Palmar Sur are divided by the Térraba River at its exit from the coastal mountain range, 17 kilometres (11 mi) inland fr...

자주 묻는 질문

What are the best rooms at El Castillo?

Request a room on the upper floors (3rd-4th) facing the east or west, as they are likely to receive morning sunlight and afternoon breezes. These rooms are also away from the potential street noise, which may be present on the lower floors.

Which rooms should I avoid at El Castillo?

Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they may experience more street noise from the road. Additionally, rooms near the lift (elevator) may experience more noise from the lift's operation.

Is El Castillo noisy?

Ojochal is a coastal town, so you may hear some ocean sounds and seagulls in the area. Additionally, the hotel's location on the main road may result in some traffic noise on the lower floors.

Which rooms have the best views at El Castillo?

The east or west-facing rooms on the upper floors (3rd-4th) may have views of the surrounding landscape or the nearby hills.

What are insider tips for staying at El Castillo?

Be sure to request a room with a balcony or patio to enjoy the views and fresh air. If you're planning to explore the area, consider renting a car or booking a shuttle in advance, as public transportation options may be limited.

What time is check-in at El Castillo?

Check-in at El Castillo is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does El Castillo have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel, with speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at El Castillo?

₡350 per person per night (mandatory city tax)

Where can I eat cheaply near El Castillo?

A street food lunch, such as a casado (meat, rice, beans, and vegetables), can be had for ₡3,000-4,000 (≈ $4.80-$6.40 USD)

What is the cheapest way to get around from El Castillo?

The cheapest way to get around is by public bus (₡1,500-2,000, ≈ $2.40-$3.20 USD), or rent a bike or scooter for ₡10,000-20,000 (≈ $16-$32 USD) per day

Ojochal 주요 관광지

Ojochal Farmers' Market Free

💡 Try some of the local fruits and cheeses on offer

Ojochal Botanical Garden Free

💡 Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere

Ojochal Beach Free

💡 Look for sea turtles nesting during the rainy season

Finca Mio Free

💡 Visit early in the morning for the best chance of spotting monkeys

Uvita Waterfall Free

💡 Be careful of the slippery rocks near the waterfall

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How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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