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Hotel Cantarana

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with spa, near Tamarindo Beach

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Terrace/patio
Private kitchenette
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels, beach yoga
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping on weekdays
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Minibar
The price is P8,017
P9,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - January 3, 2025

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Villa One Bedroom, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Balcony

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 37 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Playa Langosta - 45 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 47 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 37 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 76 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 155 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Hotel Cantarana

At Hotel Cantarana, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or practice yoga, plus you'll have access to onsite surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. Offering garden views, Bistro Cantarana serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Weekday housekeeping only
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Dining

Bistro Cantarana - This poolside bistro specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 180 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to October 31:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hotel Cantarana Playa Grande
Hotel Cantarana
Cantarana Playa Grande
Cantarana
Cantarana Hotel Playa Grande
Hotel Cantarana Hotel
Hotel Cantarana Cabo Velas
Hotel Cantarana Hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Cantarana offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Cantarana does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Cantarana?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Cantarana?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Cantarana?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Cantarana?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 180 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Cantarana?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 40 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Cantarana?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (29-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Cantarana and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like surfing and beach yoga. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel Cantarana also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Cantarana?
Yes, Bistro Cantarana offers international cuisine, garden views, and poolside dining.
Does Hotel Cantarana have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished patio.
What's the area around Hotel Cantarana like?
Hotel Cantarana is in Palm Beach Estates, a short 4-minute walk from Grande Beach.

Hotel Cantarana Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Es la segunda vez que me quedo en Cantarana, y me he quedado también en El Manglar, siempre quiero volver !!! Esta vez me fui sola a la playa (con mi perrita), escogí Playa Grande y Cantarana por el hecho de ser un lugar donde me sentía segura de ir sola :)
Susana, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Cantarana is a uniquely understated boutique hotel full of character and charm. It is amazing in that there is a restaurant and cafe both located directly on the property. Meals at the restaurant are delicious and appealing; a must try is the Casado for dinner and the Super food for breakfast! The staff at La Cantarana is amiable, polite and welcoming to guests. Manfred, Mario, Angie and Merlin are superb hosts/waitstaff. The music piped through the open air restaurant is soothing and at night the music selection is amazing! Guests sway to the sweet sounds of reggae, pop and instrumental music. La Cantarana is serene yet you can hear the sounds of the waves of Playa Grande crashing against the shore! Guests are also greeted by the sounds of howler monkeys, lizards and every once in a while a falcon, red crabs or raccoon may be in the nearby vicinity. Also within walking distance is Cafe Azul Mar and The Grateful. From the Grateful one can catch a small privately chartered boat powered by Mauricio to nearby Tamarindo. The trip is $5 US per person and does not disappoint! Mauricio also provides a two hour tour of El Manglar, ( the mangrove) where one can get a closer look at crocodiles, raccoons, monkeys and birds. Overall, this boutique hotel located only an hour and twenty minutes from Liberia airport by our rented 4x4 deserves a ten! La Cantarana will definitely see us again for another remarkable stay! Pura Vida!
Trevlyn, 9-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Big disappointment
I booked a room with a queen and a twin bed, and they gave me a room with a king bed. Instead of acknowledging their error, when I showed them the reservation, the receptionist kept wanting to be right by saying there is never any guarantee. She could have easily remedied to the situation by bringing a twin bed to the room, instead she asked for $30 extra to do this. This woman should not be in customer service. Also the road going there is in a very bad condition and you could get stuck easily in the mud.
Ale, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Khari Lynn, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Clean Place to Chill
NIce quant little hotel with 6 rooms total. Half hour drive from Tamarindo, but on basically same beach but seperated by a river. Small but nice pool, 4 minute walk to long and beatiful beach. Small upstairs restaurant was nice and food was good. Great service and communication from staff. Very freindly staff indeed. 2-3 little restaurants and bars nearby within walking distance. Low key quiet area surrounded by many upscale homes. Security guard at gate entering the neighborhood. Good pace to chill, or drive 30 minutes to Tamarindo for more people and dining and activity options. Huge King Bed, rooms come with small kitchen, gas stove, utensils, plates, microwave, refrigerator. Recommend this place for chill style
Thomas, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is absolutely amazing! It is a very small boutique hotel, and has a private gate that takes you down to the beach. The staff were all extremely helpful and friendly. The pool was kept up beautifully. The food was excellent and the beach is unbelievable! At any given time, I don't think there were more than a dozen people on the beach with us. I cannot recommend enough! If you're thinking of going to Tamarindo, skip it and book here or at their sister Hotel. Playa Grande beats Tamarindo in every way. And this is a great place to stay if you're in Playa Grande.
Alex, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel and staff we very nice. The water did get shut off overnight, not sure why that happened but we know there were rolling black outs while we were there. We were there in off season so pretty much had the place to ourselves. Not being surfers, this really isn't the area for us so we were glad it was off season.
James, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jesse, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Staff was great especially Gerson and Winkle. The room was okay just a little loud as it was under the restaurant and would like to see a little better pest control and pool cleanliness. Would stay ere again.
Harold, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It's nice and quiet and just a short walk to a beautiful beach. We felt very safe. There were good options for dining out. Everyone was very friendly. We would definitely come back!!
Sarah, 10-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasantly surprised! Loved this property and the customer service was spectacular! Planning to be back again in November for a stay at El Manglar.
Erinn, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lori, 12-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

We enjoyed our stay at Hotel Cantarana. The access to the private beach was amazing and the sunset was spectacular! There are great restaurants at the property and within walking distance. The room was clean and comfortable but the property could use a refresh. Overall was a great stay!
Scott, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very peaceful away from Tamarindo but only a short boat ride away from the action
myles, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location to Playa grande 8 minute walk Multiple restaurants in walking distance, which were unique and fantastic. Ease location to rent surfboards and other beach gear Staff was fantastic Manfred our bartender was the best Concierge was very helpful and quick to respond
paul, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel exceeded our expectations! It was so nice to have a small kitchen with an espresso maker as well as a coffee/smoothie shop and restaurant on site. The staff was so friendly and accessible at all hours. We were able to rent last minute surfboards and enjoyed the beautiful surf and non-crowded beach that was just a very short walk down a beautiful, shaded path. We will absolutely visit this hotel again!
GILLIAN, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Small, 5 unit, hotel. Restaurant serves good food and drink and the coffee shop is very good. The 2nd floor apartments have bar fridge and coffee maker only with main floor units having a small kitchen. Comfortable king beds. The property could use some attention, tile work on the pool, handrails loose, trim boards missing, but all in all, pretty good shape. The staff are tremendous. Very helpful and accommodating. Arranged tours, made our stay very pleasant.
Jeff, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My short stay was perfect and the staff are both kind and professional.
Trisha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved Hotel Cantarana and Playa Grande! A beautiful beach, amazing sunsets, great guided trips, and a comfortable place to stay with helpful, friendly staff that take great care of their place. Can’t wait to come back!!!
diana, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very private property close to private beach, quiet and new rooms. While our stay was short, we really liked hotel and staff.
SRINATH, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, friendly vibe
Lovely rooms, nice pool area, private access to the beach. The staff was welcoming and very helpful. They do accept pets so you may hear some yapping dogs. They have surfboard and paddle rentals on site and can help you with all of your tours. If you want a very low-key beach vibe this is a place for you.
Cheryl, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The bed was super comfortable and the room was very nice and clean. We loved the pool and it was a short walk to a beautiful beach. The restaurant was also very good. We didn't want to leave!
katie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Room was nice and quiet. The beach very nice, warm water. Good for surfing. Restaurants O.K.
Donald, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mary, 1-night trip
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