nosaracollectiveconscience.com · Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
At Nosara Collective Conscience, we believe in radical transparency. Here's exactly what you're paying for and what happens if your plans change.
Every booking on our platform shows a clear, itemized breakdown before you pay:
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | Owner's base rate × nights | 100% goes to the property owner |
| Local Impact & Flexibility Fee | 10% of accommodation | Non-refundable · funds community & platform |
| Costa Rica IVA Tax | 13% of subtotal | Required by law · remitted to government |
| Payment processing | Varies by method | PayPal 3.49% · Wise ~1% |
No cleaning fees. No hidden extras. What you see is what you pay.
This fee does two things for you:
🌱 This fee is committed to the ecosystem the moment your reservation is confirmed. It is non-refundable under any circumstances — but in return, it buys you the right to cancel up to 48 hours before arrival and receive a full refund of your accommodation cost.
You receive a full refund of the accommodation amount. The 10% Local Impact Fee is retained. Taxes and payment processing fees are also non-refundable as they are incurred at time of transaction.
No refund is issued. The 48-hour window protects property owners from last-minute vacancies that cannot be re-booked. All amounts are retained.
💡 Tip: Choose Wise for bank transfer payments to minimize processing fees. Wise charges approximately 1% vs. PayPal's 3.49% + $0.49. On a $3,000 booking that's a saving of over $75.
A reservation is confirmed upon receipt of full payment. Upon confirmation, the Platform shall issue a booking reference number to the Guest's registered email address. The Local Impact & Flexibility Fee is committed and non-refundable from the moment of confirmation.
The cancellation deadline is 48 hours before the confirmed Check-In Time, measured in Costa Rica Standard Time (CST, UTC−6). The Platform does not observe Daylight Saving Time adjustments, as Costa Rica does not participate in DST.
Example: A reservation with a check-in of Saturday, July 12 at 3:00 PM CST must be cancelled no later than Thursday, July 10 at 3:00 PM CST to qualify for a refund.
4.1 Cancellation before the 48-hour deadline: The Guest is entitled to a refund equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Accommodation Total. The following amounts are expressly non-refundable:
4.2 Cancellation within the 48-hour deadline: No refund shall be issued. The full amount paid, including the Accommodation Total, is forfeited.
4.3 No-show: Failure to arrive without prior cancellation shall be treated as a cancellation within the 48-hour window. No refund shall be issued.
Approved refunds shall be returned to the original payment method within:
The Platform is not responsible for delays caused by the Guest's financial institution.
To request a cancellation, the Guest must contact the Platform via WhatsApp at +506 7293 5565 or email info@nosaracollectiveconscience.com, providing the booking reference number. The date and time of the cancellation request, as received by the Platform, shall determine eligibility.
In the event of natural disasters, government-declared emergencies, or circumstances beyond the control of either party that render the stay impossible, the Platform shall review each case individually and may issue credits or full refunds at its sole discretion.
These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Costa Rica. Any dispute arising from a reservation shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Nicoya, Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
If you own a property listed on Nosara Collective Conscience, this section explains why our cancellation model is designed to protect your revenue — not erode it.
Counter-intuitively, offering guests the ability to cancel within 48 hours increases your booking conversion rate. Guests who are uncertain about their plans are more likely to confirm a reservation when they know they have a safety net. A rigid 30-day cancellation policy on a platform like ours — where guests are choosing between us and Airbnb — simply drives bookings back to the OTAs.
The Local Impact & Flexibility Fee is the mechanism that makes flexibility sustainable. When a guest cancels:
This means that unlike Airbnb — where a last-minute cancellation under a "Flexible" policy leaves you with nothing — our model gives the platform a financial instrument to support you.
Nosara Collective Conscience does not charge you a commission. You set your rate. We add our 10% fee on top. You receive 100% of your base rate on every completed reservation — no deductions, no host service fees.
Compare this to Airbnb's standard host fee of 3% (and up to 16% under split-fee models) or Booking.com's 15–25% commission. On a $2,000 booking, you keep $300–$500 more per reservation through our platform.
🏡 Your property becomes a social asset. Guests who book through Nosara Collective Conscience are actively choosing a platform with a community mission. These are high-intent, conscious travelers — the kind who respect properties, follow house rules, and return. Our marketing targets exactly this demographic.
To maintain pricing integrity across channels, property owners agree to list their accommodation at the same base rate on Nosara Collective Conscience as they list on Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, or any other OTA. The 10% Platform fee is added transparently on top — guests understand they are paying a premium for direct booking flexibility and community impact.
Pet policies vary by property. Please confirm with us before booking if you intend to bring a pet. Unauthorized pets may result in forfeiture of the security deposit.
Minimum stay requirements vary by property and season. These are displayed on each property listing prior to booking.
Nosara Collective Conscience acts as a booking facilitator between guests and property owners. The Platform is not responsible for property conditions beyond what is represented in the listing, personal injury, theft, or acts of nature during a guest's stay. Guests are encouraged to purchase travel insurance for comprehensive coverage.
Date changes are subject to availability and must be requested at least 72 hours before the original check-in date. The Platform will make reasonable efforts to accommodate modifications at no additional fee charge, though differences in accommodation rates will apply.
For cancellations, modifications, or any questions about these terms, please reach us through:
We are committed to resolving any dispute promptly and fairly. Our goal is that every guest and every owner leaves every interaction with Nosara Collective Conscience feeling respected.
Last updated: June 2026 · Version 1.0