SALT 1 – 1BR with private garden in Guiones Nosara

Entire home/flat

Entire home/flat
3 Guests
1 Bedrooms
2 Beds
1 Bathroom

Boutique apartment with private outdoor space close to the beach in Playa Guiones!

The space

Salt is one of the original guiones beach buildings that we have completely renovated.
It has the PuraVida - Costa Rican vibe with a minimal modern clean feeling.
We appreciate privacy indoor and out and love the easy access to all things delicious and fun!
The apartment has a desk to work on, and our wifi is super fast (100Mbps).
Each apartment has a kitchen with electric double stove top, mini fridge, coffee maker, toaster, blender and all you need for cooking.
We invested in a state of the art filtration system, so the water is perfect to drink, and we avoid plastic pollution as much as possible.
Each apartment has private outdoor showers.
We have double interior double-side locked gates between all apartments so that friends and families can rent multiple apartments or rent the whole place !

The neighbourhood

PRIME NORTH GUIONES LOCATION
Salt sits just 3-5 minutes walk from Playa Guiones, one of Costa Rica's most consistent surf breaks. Thanks to protected green zone regulations, no buildings crowd the beach - just pristine coastline and endless waves.
Everything you need is within a 5-minute walk: espresso bars, surf shops, boutiques, mini-markets, restaurants, yoga studios, and the Gilded Iguana surf club. You're in the heart of the action but tucked away for privacy.

WHY NOSARA
Nosara sits in one of the world's five Blue Zones - regions where people live healthy lives past 100. The combination of pristine air and water, year-round fresh food, active lifestyle, and strong community makes this place special.
The vibe here is unique: surfers, yogis, families, and digital nomads creating a multicultural community that values sustainability, wellness, and Pura Vida living.
Playa Guiones offers consistent waves year-round for all skill levels. The Ostional National Wildlife Refuge protects the coastline, keeping development small-scale and beaches uncrowded. No high-rises, no chain restaurants, no paved beachfront - just tropical paradise.

SEASONAL GUIDE
High Season (Dec-Apr): Dry, sunny, perfect conditions. Busier and premium pricing.
Green Season (May-Aug): Occasional rain (usually mornings or afternoons, rarely all day), lush jungle, quieter beaches, better value.
Rainy Season (Sep-Oct): More rain but still plenty of sunshine. Lowest crowds, best deals.

House rules

Smoke-Free Property - Salt is 100% smoke-free, both indoors and outdoors. Thank you for respecting this policy.
Sustainable Water - Our state-of-the-art filtration system makes tap water perfectly safe to drink. Help us reduce plastic waste by refilling your reusable bottles here.
Energy Conservation - Please turn off A/C when leaving the apartment - it cools down quickly when you return. Turn off exterior lights before bed.
Quiet Hours - Out of respect for neighbors, please observe quiet hours from 9:30 PM to 7:00 AM. No events or parties allowed.
Community Respect - You're part of a residential neighborhood. Keep noise levels considerate and enjoy Nosara's peaceful atmosphere.

Guest access

Each Salt apartment has its own private entrance with private outdoor space.
Each Gate and apartment door have codes which will given 24 hours before check-in.

Interaction with guests

We designed the check-in experience for maximum ease and privacy - all doors use smart codes, so you can arrive on your schedule without coordinating key handoffs.
Our detailed digital guidebook covers everything from wifi passwords to the best happy hour spots, beach access routes, and local recommendations.
Our property manager is available for anything you need during your stay - whether it's a question about the apartment, arranging activities, or local tips. We also live just 5 minutes away and love helping guests make the most of Nosara.

Other things to note

Salt is located in North Guiones - the heart of Nosara's beach scene.
A short walk in any direction connects you to exceptional restaurants, surf breaks, yoga studios, and everything that makes this area special.
Despite the jungle setting, you're surrounded by modern conveniences: a 24-hour medical clinic, local dentist, multiple spas offering treatments and in-home massage services, markets, and cafes.
The perfect balance: jungle privacy with walkable access to world-class amenities.

Amenities

Dishes and silverware
Shower gel
Wireless Internet
Long term stays allowed
Air conditioning
Dedicated Workspace
Coffee maker
Shampoo
Beach access
Extra pillows and blankets
Cooking basics
Kitchen
Garden or backyard
Bed linens
Stove
Pack ’n Play/travel crib
Hot water
Beachfront
Refrigerator
Patio or balcony
Essentials
Hangers
BBQ grill
Free parking on the street
Single level home
Private entrance
Laundromat nearby
Conditioner
Body soap
Mosquito net
Coffee
Beach essentials
Wine glasses
Minibar
Outdoor dinning area
Ethernet connection
Toaster

Location

50 Reviews on AirBnb

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Meridith
Meridith
December 2025

Stacy and Alberto were fabulous hosts along with their property manager, Margarita! They were super understanding when I couldn't read the check-in keypad and thought the code didn't work! The place itself is perfectly located--central to everything yet quiet, and felt safe for someone traveling alone. I highly recommend staying at SALT Nosara given the hospitality, the location, and safety!

Nadav
Nadav
November 2025

Easy to communicate with, problem solving oriented, and just on overall comfortable place. Thank you for having us!

Cassidy
Cassidy
June 2025

Great place! Clean and cozy. Perfect place to return to after a nice day at the beach. Lots of stuff within walking distance for food and drinks.

Amber
Amber
June 2025

Lovely place, a little bit darker than expected but lovely backyard and great location!

Manuel
Manuel
June 2025

Gutes Verhältnis von Preis zur Leistung.

Steve
Steve
May 2025

This was better than expected. The premises and yard were exactly as displayed and the location is just perfect.

Christopher
Christopher
April 2025

Great stay

Adam
Adam
April 2025

Awesome place to stay in Nosara

Erick
Erick
April 2025

El lugar esta muy bien ubicado y a 5 min caminando de la playa. Tiene varias opciones para comer cerca. La casa es exactamente con lo que se muestra en las fotos, y el patio disponible es el apropiado para tomar sol, y tener un espacio abierto pero privado. Me gustó mucho el hospedaje, defiitivamente lo eligiría de nuevo.

Leila
Leila
April 2025

Good place to sleep, good location too!

James
James
April 2025

Liked it

Erin
Erin
March 2025

Stacy and Alberto's listing was amazing! They were super responsive and accommodating to us with check in times and I cannot thank them enough. The place had a perfect set up and everything you need in the kitchen. The back patio area was amazing and a great place to relax and spend time outside. The location was so close to the beach and we walked over with our surf boards every day. The place is also very close to the market and restaurants so it felt extremely convenient. I would recommend the Salt rentals to anyone visiting Nosara!

Matt
Matt
February 2025

Great location! Walkable to everything in Playa Guiones while feeling nice and private. Host were proactive with check-in instructions making it an easy arrival and stay.

Sara
Sara
February 2025

SALT was perfect. Small, but nicely appointed. The outside garden area was fabulous and we loved the walk to everything location!

Ignacio
Ignacio
January 2025

Todo barbaro! Nosara es muy bonito y el hospedaje fue exactamente lo que buscabamos. Recomiendo 100%

Mose
Mose
January 2025

Great location right in the center. Would stay here again.

Ryan
Ryan
November 2024

I had an excellent stay at Stacy and Alberto’s place. It was clean, comfortable, and just a short walk to the beach, cafes, restaurants. Lovely hosts. Highly recommended.

Michael
Michael
September 2024

This place is in a perfect location! Right next to some great restaurants and as close as you can get to the beach in that area. It’s about a 5 minute walk :)

Julian
Julian
September 2024

Locating the place and checking in was super easy, and it was well stocked, clean, and comfy. Very secluded and private but right in the center of town. Would highly recommend.

Valeria
Valeria
September 2024

Es un apartamento espectacular, tiene todo lo que se necesita para una estancia cómoda y agradable. Esta a 5 min caminando de Playa Guiones norte y a los alrededores del airbnb existe variedad gastronómica. Muy recomendable.

Chelsea
Chelsea
August 2024

It was a lovely stay during our time in Nosara. It was a perfect location to walk to nearby shops and restaurants, and so close to the beach. Would definitely stay here again!

Cori
Cori
August 2024

Really enjoyed our stay at Stacy and Alberto's. It was a perfect location for walking to surf and restaurants. It was easy to find street parking for our rental car. The wifi was fast and we had plenty of space to work remotely. We did not cook much, but the kitchen was well-equipped. I only wish we could've stayed longer!

Allen
Allen
July 2024

Excelente ubicación a 5 minutos a pie de la playa. La comunicación fue rápida y fluida cuando requerí comunicarme con ellos. El lugar impecable muy aseado, privado y tranquilo, perfecto para descansar y disfrutar una estancia verdaderamente acogedora. Volvería a hospedarme nuevamente, recomendado 100%.

Joni
Joni
July 2024

10/10 would stay again. The location is superb you can walk everywhere. Very clean and comfortable and all of the basic needs. Excellent communication from the host.

Maya
Maya
July 2024

We loved our stay at Stacy and Alberto’s place. The place is in an amazing location - walking distance to surf, market, and all restaurants, but feels very private. The house has everything you’d need and is very comfortable. Stacy and Alberto were very responsive and made everything from check in to check out so easy. We would def stay here again.

Laura
Laura
July 2024

Really enjoyed our stay. Cute place with great outside area with grill and outside shower. Super close to the beach access and steps away from great restaurants and shops. was perfect location for our surfing vacation.

Domenech
Domenech
June 2024

Great place close to the beach and countless restaurants, would love to stay here again!

McKenna
McKenna
June 2024

This place was at a great central location in town, was very clean, and the hosts were very responsive the entire time with questions we had or to replenish our amenities. We ran into a few random issues, and all were resolved promptly. Very happy with our stay here overall. The only negative I can think of is that when sleeping 3 people, if you want privacy from the person in the living room and want to shut the bedroom door, the living room overnight becomes very hot due to the only a/c unit being in the bedroom, so it's something to consider. I also think the couch bed would be best just for a child and not a 3rd adult. Other than that we had a great time and actually extended our stay by one night.

Sean
Sean
June 2024

I stayed at Stacy and Alberto's place for 6 weeks. It is a really cute spot in the best location in Guiones town. You can walk everywhere and the beach entrance is a 3 minute walk away. The aesthetic of the space is beautiful and the bathroom is amazing. Lots of counter space and great mirrors, which I've discovered is hard to find in Costa Rica. Stacy, Alberto, and their property manager, David, were all very responsive and kind. The only downsides I would say are the kitchen space and the water. The kitchen is very small and you can't fit dishes in the dish rack. If you plan to cook more than just the basics- pasta, eggs, etc. this space isn't for you. I would also say that the water is not drinkable based off of how it tastes, so I did have to buy plastic water jugs for drinking water. But besides that the space is cozy, cute, and in a great location.

Jill
Jill
May 2024

Great location, and still private/quiet. GREAT AC and fan! Super friendly and helpful hosts! Would stay here again!

Katrina
Katrina
April 2024

We loved the apartment and hope to come back! The home was very clean and comfortable, AC worked great, good lighting, and it had all the amenities we needed. It was right in the center of town, just 1 block from great restaurants and shops, and 1 block from the beach, yet the apartment is very private, peaceful and quiet. Highly recommend!

Laura
Laura
December 2023

I came to Nosara for a sabbatical and this charming apartment made my stay very special. Every time I returned from the day's adventures, I felt like I was truly "home." The apartment is filled with natural morning and afternoon light...and someone always remains cool, even without the air conditioner and fans! The patio is beautifully lush with palm trees and I was lucky to hear some monkeys and see a couple small iguanas. This place is nearby EVERYTHING - surf schools, the best tacos (Howler's and Blue Zone Brewery), the best coffee (Rolling Waves), a four-star hotel with amenities I used often (Gilded Iguana gym and spa). Moreover, it is a short walk to the beach, so I went there to watch spectacular sunsets almost every evening. I am truly grateful to have stayed here for my sabbatical and I am looking for the next opportunity to return.

Meret
Meret
November 2023

Wir haben die Tage in der Unterkunft sehr genossen. In 5min spazierst du an den Strand, bist umgeben von zahlreichen Restaurant und Shops. Die Unterkunft ist wie beschrieben auf den Fotos mit allem Nötigen (inkl ausgestattete Küche), was du brauchst. Die Kommunikation mit Stay und Alberto war sehr einfach und äusserst freundlich. Als kein Wasser in der Strasse war, haben sie uns sogar Wasser vorbeigebraucht. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

Sara
Sara
November 2023

We felt really like home in Stacys and Albertos place. It was very clean and well equipped. It‘s just a 5 minute walk to the beach, some Restaurants and a small grocery store.

Adriana
Adriana
October 2023

The location is great . Walking distance to the beach and close to restaurants and market . AC and ceiling fans. Kitchen is good. No microwave. We loved our stay. Would come back.

Nick
Nick
September 2023

Excellent location, close to all of the best Guiones amenities. Super responsive host and property manager. Would stay again, thanks!

Kami
Kami
August 2023

This is the second time we have stayed at one of Stacy and Alberto’s listings. They are great. We love being close to the beach and restaurants. They were flexible with our check out time.

Mile
Mile
July 2023

Stacy and Alberto were really kind and helpful. This place is so convenient, great internet to work remote, super close from the beach and many restaurants around the area.

Elia
Elia
July 2023

We loved this place! We were able to walk everywhere and it was well-stocked and comfortable. The property manager responded quickly to our questions. Would visit again

Meliza
Meliza
July 2023

I would highly recommend this apartment. It is very lovely, spacious, had all we needed .. very kind hosts. It is very easy to walk to the beach and to restaurants. I would stay here in a heartbeat again.

Nicola
Nicola
June 2023

Muy buena estadía en la mejor ubicación dentro de Nosara, tener todo cerca y poder caminar. Lo mejor es poder disfrutar del espacio al aire libre para poder compartir y disfrutar luego del sunset.

Brad
Brad
June 2023

Fantastic place to stay, I’d highly recommend coming here if you’re in the area.

Roiner
Roiner
June 2023

Salt 1 was the perfect place for our quiet beach getaway. Walking distance to a beach and restaurants and shops. Short drive to others. Peaceful place with the conveniences of home. We particularly liked having a small outdoor space and propane grill for cooking.

Michael
Michael
May 2023

Perfect location with close access to all restaurants and the beach. The property manager is super responsive with communication for anything you need and having access to a grill is a big bonus. Would book again with no hesitation.

Angus
Angus
May 2023

Stacy and Alberto are great! Their place is in the best location right by the beach

Juanda
Juanda
April 2023

Great place and great location. Responsive and attentive host. Thank you.

Tim
Tim
April 2023

Great place with a great location. Easy entry instructions, super clean, and cozy. I look forward to my next stay.

Jamie
Jamie
February 2023

This is my second time staying at SALT and I have enjoyed it each time! It is conveniently located near the beach as well as all the restaurants. The hosts and David are very responsive and super helpful. The kitchen was well supplied to make my own meals if I didn’t want to go out. The outdoor space is spacious with beautiful green plants and had an outdoor shower which was perfect after surfing. I highly recommend staying at SALT apartments.

Shreyans
Shreyans
March 2023

Incredible stay with excellent hosts. Thank you!

Nick
Nick
April 2023

Really loved this place! I work remotely and the wifi was exceptional. Location was great too, easy walk to the beach for morning surfs and close to good food options!