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Costa Rica Motel

3.5 star property
Oceanfront escape with thoughtful conveniences like free parking, multilingual staff, and express check-out for travelers seeking both relaxation and efficiency

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Costa Rica Motel offers a peaceful getaway near Horseshoe Bay Beach. Travelers can relax at the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers or stroll through the garden. The property provides WiFi connectivity and sits conveniently close to South West Rocks Country Club.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is ฿3,549
฿3,549 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Deluxe Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen Twin | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in South West Rocks, Costa Rica Motel is near the beach. Smoky Cape Lighthouse and Trial Bay Gaol are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Horseshoe Bay Beach and Hat Head National Park. South West Rocks Country Club and Arakoon National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our South West Rocks travel guide
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134 Gregory Street, South West Rocks, NSW, 2431

What's nearby

  • What was once a Gaol is now home to several families of Kangaroos and a popular camping spot. #history
    Arakoon National Park
    4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hat Head National Park
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Brighton Park
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • South West Rocks Country Club
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach
    2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Eungai Station
    24 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paragon Pizzeria
    20 min walk
  • Thai on the Rocks
    2 min drive
  • Malt & Honey
    2 min drive
  • South West Rocks Surf Club
    3 min drive
  • South West Rocks Country Club
    3 min drive

About this property

Costa Rica Motel

Motel near Horseshoe Bay Beach
Located close to South West Rocks Country Club and Smoky Cape Lighthouse, Costa Rica Motel provides a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and multilingual staff
  • Meeting rooms, barbecues and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Costa Rica Motel feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Racquetball/squash
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from September to April

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Resort Motel South West Rocks
Costa Rica Resort Motel
Costa Rica South West Rocks
Costa Rica Motel South West Rocks
Costa Rica Motel Motel
Costa Rica Motel South West Rocks
Costa Rica Motel Motel South West Rocks

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rica Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Costa Rica Motel?

As of 23 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Costa Rica Motel on 9 Mar 2026 start from ฿3,548.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Costa Rica Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Costa Rica Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Costa Rica Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Costa Rica Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of South West Rocks Country Club, Hat Head National Park and Horseshoe Bay Beach. Smoky Cape Lighthouse and Arakoon National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Costa Rica Motel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 307 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Novan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, easy to park and access, tidy room. Great value, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops & beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not sure what the young man’s name was but he was really helpful came around to our room each day to see if we needed anything
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a convenient stay where we walked to views and local restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kourtney

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, easy parking, clean and tidy would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was handy to all the areas I wanted to visit staff was friendly easy access to parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfy stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff good in room facilities close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Fionnuala

- close to town. - reasonably clean - good basic facilities - dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, very friendly and relaxed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well maintained and much appreciated budget motel that is comfortable and well positioned and convenient to town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, quiet, puppy-safe, short drive to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older building but well maintained, comfy, clean. Awesome water pressure & nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, great value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nardie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed with our two young children. It was clean and tidy. The staff were lovely and efficient with checkin. The property itself is a bit dated but overall it was very comfortable and no issues
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Car close to room, quiet, location so handy, helpful management, reasonable price, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice motel situated not far from the beach and shops. Very clean and quite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff very helpful and welcoming. Nice and quiet as we needed time out
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best motel on the Mid-North Coast!

I adore the Costa Rica Motel, it's very clean, peaceful and comfortable. I have a bad back and the beds here are really good. Firm but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was as advertised clean was beyond my expectations for the price we paid i was pleasantly surprised with the size of the room will definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times now on my visits to South West Rocks . The staff are friendly and welcoming , check in is a breeze and the rooms are always clean and comfortable . Easy walk to shops or the town centre .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALISON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean and comfortable. Staff courteous and friendly. Would go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024