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El Punto Reviews

PO Box 13 5000 Liberia, Gte Costa Rica, Liberia, Costa Rica

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87%Overall Rating

From 34 ratings
  • 92%Character
  • 85%Security
  • 81%Location
  • 87%Staff
  • 88%Atmosphere
  • 88%Cleanliness

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77%

We very much enjoyed our stay at the El Punto! Simple but charming accommodations, a friendly staff and an excellent breakfast were some of the highlights. The location is not particularly scenic, but is close to "downtown" Liberia and also close to the airport.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Couple 41+
  • (1 review)


97%

We stayed in the fushia room during our one night stay at El Punto. I don't have enough nice things to say about our experience. This is a bed and breakfast. We were served a wonderful breakfast of pineapple, watermelon, eggs and toast. The staff was incredibly nice, however does not speak English. Nevertheless, we got by just fine. Thanks!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group 25-30
  • (1 review)


80%

I thought the room was nice; however, there was some information on the website that differed from my experience. First, I did not receive the free bottle of water, as suggested by the website. It was stated there was a free shuttle to the airport from the hostel. When I asked the employee working, she was unsure but said she would call a taxi. I stayed at this hostel to have the ride to the airport in the morning. After calling the owner, they did pay for taxi, though.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


97%

So beautifully decorated, love the bright colours and great breakfast. Thank you!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Mixed Group 25-30
  • (1 review)


93%

Very clean, staff very nice. Maria is excellent!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 15 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


67%

The colours and decoration was nice but the rooms smelled musty and the mattresses were super lumpy and uncomfortable. The loft had a crazy ladder you had to climb to get up and down and I bumped my head a bunch (and I am not very tall). The owner was MIA most of the time and nobody else at the place spoke any English. They were very nice but we definately struggled with communication when we really needed some help. I honestly think that the price was excessive for what it was

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Mixed Group 25-30
  • (7 reviews)


100%

The facilities were excellent,the (included) breakfasts perfect. The staff and the owner are very helpful in helping us plan the rest of our trip and getting hotels in other areas, and in excursions

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


73%

Hotel room nice, clean. Great sitting areas to relax, nice child's play area. Resteraunt very good. Located on intersection of 2 major highways, so noise levels high and difficult to cross the roads safely with a toddler. Friendly staff, but lacking in customer service. Messed up our reservation, had to ask for bottle of water that was included with room and were told to drink the tap water, they lost power and couldn't figure out how to check us out making us late for airport .

  • Novice Nomad
  • 13 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Couple 41+
  • (1 review)


80%

Loved the garden. Room safes would be nice. Breakfast excellent. Location is convenient but street noise is very loud.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 13 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Couple 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

I usually don't fill these out, but we had such a pleasant stay at El Punto that I felt the need to tell you. It was a rare gem we found in this bead and breakfast. Marianna and her staff were very warm and inviting to us. The loft we stayed in was very comfortable. We will look forward to staying there again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


73%

El Punto was nice when we got a room, but when I arrived at 6:30 PM there was nobody at reception. My reservation was not honored and I had to convince a night watchman to give me a room. Very unprofessional. Moreover, I was charged $62.54 by hostelworld. I have no idea what this charge was for, and I would like it reimbursed.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


97%

This was a great place for us to stay at the end of our Costa Rica adventure. Close to the airport, nice and bright, clean, and very friendly staff.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


87%

Very unique, artistic and contemporary rooms. Lots of space in room, nice to have the kitchenette with fridge. Loved the fresh flower accents. Breakfast was excellent. The only complaint was that if you don't know any Spanish, you would not be able to communicate your needs to the staff.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 04 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Couple 41+
  • (1 review)


90%

A good stopover hotel going to/from Liberia airport. No surprises. Comfortable and clean.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group 41+
  • (1 review)


77%

great stay, if the noise from the street would not have been so loud

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Couple 25-30
  • (1 review)


97%

Amazingly clean, friendly, colorful place to stay. They had the softest most plush towels and bedding I have ever used in central America. Loved the unique touches and all the rooms were very well equipped for a long or short stay.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Couple 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

El Punto was the perfect stop for our first night. We got in late and wished we had time to enjoy the colorfully painted lounging areas. Maria helped us with directions to our next stop which made our drive stress free. The fruit, bread and jams, scrambled eggs and Costa Rican coffee was a treat. Thank you for a wonderful stay in Liberia.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


87%

Marianna is excellent from the first moment!!! The rooms are very clean but the absence of a completely enclosed bathroom was unique and took a moment to get used to. The young security guard always very helpful and everyone who worked their had a genuine smile. The Costa Ricans are a wonderful culture and always ready to help a gringo!!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 09 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Couple 41+
  • (1 review)


93%

Nice hotel converted from an old school. Lovely grounds, great breakfast. A bit noisy at night due to proximity to the highway, as trucks gear down for a traffic light. We arrived on a Monday evening, so I guess the restaurant isn't open that day of the week, but there are a number of other restaurants nearby. Great value.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 06 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Couple 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

We enjoyed our stay at El Punto. It is only a 20 minute drive from the airport in Liberia. Within walking distance of restaurants, shopping and banking and right on the Pan American highway, it couldn't have been more convenient for us. The gardens were beautiful, the breakfast tasty, the room clean and nicely decorated. It appears to be a very well-run establishment.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Mixed Group
  • (1 review)


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