Reviews

Chris Hull

This Fathers day weekend 6/21/26, was our second stay at Costanoa. We had a wonderful time and a great stay. Our kids love the activities and it's proximity to beaches that are very spacious is amazing. There was alit of whale and sea lion action in the sea, visible from camp. We had a minor hiccup on our first evening, but Oscar and Trish handled and rectified this will ease and care. Thank you so much you two!! This was my second time dealing with Oscar, and I absolutely applaud his guest service and friendly demeanor. We will definitely beck back and are already scheduled for February. What a amazing place to enjoy with family and friends. We ate 4 times at the Cascade restaurant. Great all 4 times. Erin was our server 2 of 4 times, A+

Mrs Biggitta

Here is the updated review, incorporating the fact that the bathrooms are too far away from these new sites: 2. As a first-time visitor, I was really excited to join friends who have stayed here before and raved about it, but unfortunately, this particular spot missed the mark for us. While the location itself is absolutely beautiful and the views are stunning, the constant, biting wind made our stay pretty uncomfortable. On top of that, the bathrooms are way too far from these new group tent sites. Walking there feels like a drastic, freezing drop in temperature, which makes the long trek even more unpleasant. Our friends mentioned that the previous group sites they used to book were much warmer, well-sheltered from the elements, and conveniently close to the restrooms. By comparison, these current sites feel like a major downgrade. The scenery is gorgeous, but the extreme exposure to the cold and the inconvenient layout completely outweighed the views for us. If you are coming here for the first time, I'd highly recommend making sure you get the older, more sheltered sites—otherwise, I unfortunately can't recommend staying at these specific ones.

Nostra Labuesta

Stunning Views, But Bitterly Cold and Poorly Located Costanoa is a beautiful destination with breathtaking scenery, but the current campsite locations are a serious downgrade from the previous group sites. The new sites are positioned further down toward the coast, leaving them fully exposed to a relentless, biting wind. In tents and around the campsites, the cold is inescapable — it follows you all day and makes it nearly impossible to truly enjoy your surroundings. The temperature difference is so dramatic that walking to the bathrooms actually feels warmer — the campsites themselves are the coldest spot, which says a lot. The previous group sites were simply outstanding — warmer, well-sheltered from the wind, and conveniently located near the facilities. The contrast is stark and disappointing — especially for long-time visitors who know what this place is capable of. While the views here are genuinely stunning, the cold and exposure completely overshadow them. We couldn’t relax or enjoy ourselves, and we wouldn’t return to these specific sites. To add insult to injury, the cancellation policy charges $20 per site — which feels unreasonable, particularly when the sites themselves don’t deliver a comfortable experience. Our recommendations to Costanoa management: relocate the group sites further up and away from the coastal wind, where it’s significantly warmer. Consider building cabins to give guests proper shelter from the elements. We have been coming here for years and truly love this place — which is exactly why this change has been so disappointing. We hope to see it corrected.

Emma maloney

Spent the weekend here with my family celebrating a birthday and we had an amazing time!! Costanoa truly has it all, from tent camping spots to RV spots to cozy glamping tents to cabins and a beautiful lodge, there’s something for everyone’s speed of camping. Very dog friendly too! What really sets it apart is the setting. Surrounded by lush greenery, a stunning eucalyptus grove, and right next to the ocean, it feels like a peaceful escape only an hour from SF! There are campfires everywhere, perfect for relaxing and soaking in the outdoor vibe. We ate at both the restaurant and the pizza place. Both had great food and drinks! It was especially magical for the kids, activities all weekend like tie dye and even a falconry expert with hawks made it such a unique experience. So cool! Can’t forget about the resident goats too. The whole weekend felt special from start to finish, and it’s one of those rare places that delivers on both relaxation and fun. We’re already planning our return!!

R P

I didn't stay at the hotel but we always stay at the RV park. It is one of our favorite places to stay. This place is always clean and we'll maintained. The Seascape spots are the best, but you literally can't go wrong with any of the other spots either. The restaurant is amazing too. I can't say enough about this place. It really is beautiful and relaxing.

Cristina M

For the lodge - it is priced as a luxury resort, and the location is beautiful, but they have NO food anywhere. I just paid $9 for this single piece of bread with avocado on it. They wouldn't even stretch themselves to provide 2 prices of toast. And this is the only thing they are making, other than a yoghurt parfait. You have to go 30 min north or south for food. Not worth coming here, not worth paying $250 per night, if you are staying at the lodge. If you are camping and have your own food and grill then this is a great spot I think. Also the rooms are built with really shoddy quality. The first floor balcony door barely is lockable - you have to physically lift the whole door, and force it to align with the bolt to lock it. No way someone without significant upper body strength does this successfully. Everything feels like the aesthetic was thought of but then the actual construction was slap dash. And they only tell you about roof work AFTER you check in. I recommend calling ahead and not staying at the lodge until after they're done figuring out how to actually be a quality hotel.

Bill Jamaca

A great place with a variety of options. They have upgraded the Rv sites with nice patio areas. The restaurant is very nice. Get RV site in the more spacious loop areas for room and a view. Very good wifi! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Goats And Horses

I’m pretty sure this is no longer a KOA as it is not listed on the KOA website. It’s called Costanoa and is INCREDIBLY expensive in regards to RV camping. As in $120-200/night for BYO RV 😳 this world has gone bonkers 🤦🏼‍♀️

Cassandra B

Great place to camp and amazing service. Very windy weather. Good bathrooms and showers. We were Tent camping and matience starting doing landscaping at 6am.very loud. This place will have lots of kids and screaming.

Max Que

Costanoa is a great little mixed-use campground. They offer whatever level of camping you'd like. From cabins, to solo/duo/family tents, to RV and BYO tent camping, and even have a more hotel-like lodge option. We stayed in the outer pine tents, which are a little more private and sleep two comfortably. The tent had everything we needed: a roof over our head, a bed, a small table and chair. Electricity and lighting also included, with a heated blanket. There are no heaters in the outer pine tents. Some tents have fire pits, and some don't, seemingly at random (supposedly due to wildfire risk, but I saw some tents with fire pits directly under a hanging pine branch 15' above, so I don't know how accurate that statement is), so make sure you check to see if your assigned tent has one before hauling in all of your fire wood. There are however conveniently placed community bonfire areas if you don't end up with a fire pit. Also would recommend bringing an additional pillow, as there are only two provided on the bed and they are a little lacking. These aren't complaints, just things to be aware of. Service was great -- we had originally booked a tent in the cypress area, then realized we would prefer the outer pines so we called a day before our reservation and they facilitated the switch and refunded the difference. Michelle was the one who helped us, she was great. The bathrooms on site are clean and showers are about as good as it gets for a campsite, with soap/shampoo/conditioner and towels provided. Bring flip flops though. You are about a five-minute walk from Hwy 1, and then it's a short jaunt over to the Ano Nuevo state beach which is awesome (you can see elephant seals apparently in the winter/early spring seasons). Very easy to go see the sunset, though be prepared for wind. The campsite was also quite windy, and I expect that is normal in this location, so be prepared. It got fairly cold at night but the heated blankets provided did the trick. The restaurants on site are pricy for what you get, but the food is decent. I still recommend bringing your own food to cook, as you are camping after all. The pizza place has a pretty decent bar. Overall, you can tell the place is family friendly, though it was still great as a couple. Amenities were well above average for a campground, and the staff was friendly. Will definitely be coming back someday.

Moriah Godes

We used to LOVE coming here for breakfast, so much so that we occasionally stayed overnight just for easy access to their breakfast! Unfortunately, ownership of the restaurant changed and they got rid of the entire menu, replaced it with a few burritos and made it takeout only. Such a shame! We’re so sad!

k Land

Beware – This Campsite Does Not Honor Price Agreements After Deposit I normally don’t leave reviews, but I feel compelled to share my experience to help future campers avoid the same issue. After securing a reservation at this campsite and paying a deposit based on an agreed-upon rate, I was later informed that the price had changed—and not in my favor. Despite having a confirmation and proof of the original rate, the management refused to honor the agreement, insisting on a higher fee upon arrival or threatening to cancel the reservation. At one point during negotiations the manager, Alex, offered another site at a discounted rate then went back on their word and avoided all my calls. Several employees agreed I was in the right but that the manager refuses to honor my contract. I was told they can change the price at any time, based on the market, which is why it is called an estimate. Charging $85 more a night is not an estimate it’s not even In the ball park. Even with a contract they told me if I didn’t like it I could waste my time and take them to court. I’ll do them one better, I’ll share this story. This behavior is not only unprofessional, it's unethical. When a business accepts a deposit, they are entering into a contract. To go back on that without proper justification undermines trust and shows a lack of respect for patrons. Campsites should be a place of transparency and integrity—especially when travelers make plans, arrange transportation, and often come with families or groups relying on those plans. Unfortunately, this location failed on that front. We’ve been to this campsite before when it was a KOA. We had enjoyed it so much we decided to return only to find they are no longer a KOA. Maybe this explains the lack of customer service and regards for customer satisfaction. I strongly urge potential guests to get everything in writing and be cautious when booking. Better yet, choose a campsite that values honesty and respects its customers enough to honor its agreements. Your peace of mind, time, and money deserve better.

Peggy Lowe

We rv here and rented a premium site with ocean views. Our site was lovely with table, fire pit, barbecue and chairs for six. The site came with full hookup but no tv. We didn't miss the tv because we spent most of our time outside.

Lilia Sanchez

Costanoa, RV camp grounds is clean and beautiful. You can also rent little cabins for extra family. The landscape is beautiful and clean. There’s a lighthouse around there, the ocean is breathtaking and clean. We love that place!! We move an hour farther but it’s not a big deal when you love rving. LOL!!!

Stacie Heinz

We used the KOA RV campground. Expensive and is considered a bougie campsite but worth it. Only downside is super close to your neighbors. Also check, the do have a dog policy that doesn't permit certain breeds. Great views. Beach isn't easily accessible either. Many don't allow dogs. We still love it though being close to home so it's not a long drive.