Hotel Cantarana
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About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride ...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy international cuisine at Bistro Cantarana, a poolside bistro which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Cantarana in Cabo Velas (Palm Beach Estates), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Grande Beach and 6 minutes from Las Baulas National Marine Park. This beach hotel is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Conchal Beach.
What's nearby
Grande Beach(0.2 Miles)
Las Baulas National Marine Park(1.8 Miles)
Ventanas Beach(3.1 Miles)
Tamarindo Church(7.8 Miles)
Conchal Beach(8.6 Miles)
Black Stallion Eco Park(9 Miles)
Minas Beach(9.2 Miles)
WAYRA Institute of Spanish(9.3 Miles)
Playa Zapotillal(9.3 Miles)
Casino Diria(9.3 Miles)
Royal Beach(9.6 Miles)
Playa Brasilito(10.6 Miles)
Reserva Conchal Golf Course(10.6 Miles)
Tamarindo Beach(11.7 Miles)
Monkey Park(12.1 Miles)
Tamarindo (TNO)(9.3 Miles)
Nosara (NOB)(48.7 Miles)
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)(42.7 Miles)
Laundry service
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Bicycle rental
Garden
Scuba diving
Location
Palm Beach Estates, Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Playa Grande, Cantón Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
Grande Beach (0.2 Miles)
Las Baulas National Marine Park (1.8 Miles)
Ventanas Beach (3.1 Miles)
Tamarindo Church (7.8 Miles)
Conchal Beach (8.6 Miles)
Black Stallion Eco Park (9 Miles)
Room options
7
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
6
Villa One Bedroom, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
215 ft²
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
5
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
538 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Hotel Cantarana
8.8
Fabulous
Based on 274 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
67%
Family
17%
Group
12%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Hotel Cantarana, guests highlight a quiet, low-key boutique stay steps from Playa Grande, with friendly, responsive staff, a good on-site restaurant and coffee bar, small pool, and access to wildlife, sunsets, and easy boat links to Tamarindo.
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What guests think
At Hotel Cantarana, guests highlight a quiet, low-key boutique stay steps from Playa Grande, with friendly, responsive staff, a good on-site restaurant and coffee bar, small pool, and access to wildlife, sunsets, and easy boat links to Tamarindo.
Rooms are generally comfortable, sometimes with small kitchenettes, but a few guests reported issues such as weak or nonworking AC, minor noise under the restaurant, and unreliable in-room Wi-Fi. The setting feels safe and uncrowded with an easy walk to the beach, though access is via an unpaved road and the property overall could use upkeep in places, including occasional pool cleanliness, loose handrails, and worn fixtures. Expect a relaxed, nature-forward stay best for beach time and tranquility rather than nightlife.
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Facilities
Small-boutique setup with a small pool, on-site restaurant and coffee shop, a private gate to the beach, and surfboard rentals. Some minor facility issues recur, including occasional water outages and maintenance needs like loose handrails or worn pool tiles.
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10
Cheryl
31 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
GILLIAN
8 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
10
Thomas
28 May 2024
·
Stayed 4 nights
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
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
10
paul
24 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
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
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
10
Trevlyn
23 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 9 nights
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!
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!
10
Alex
24 May 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
James
19 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Margaret
16 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Amo el hotel siempre me hospedo ahí, el staff es increíble , sin embargo esta vez vi que le faltaba mantenimiento al hotel, el área verde descuidada y la piscina no estaba muy limpia
Amo el hotel siempre me hospedo ahí, el staff es increíble , sin embargo esta vez vi que le faltaba mantenimiento al hotel, el área verde descuidada y la piscina no estaba muy limpia
10
Tracey
5 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Access to the hotel is down a dirt road and through a gate. The area felt very safe and quite with not much traffic. This hotel is part of a sister hotel of maybe 5 rooms that is a short walk away to get to the main office. Staff was very responsive and helpful through WhatsApp. The room was comfortable and what I would expect staying in at a nature preserve. Not luxurious if you are used to staying at a big name hotel. Access to the beach is a short walk across from the office. There is a restaurant and coffee shop at the hotel as well as other restaurants and a small market in the surrounding area that is walkable. There is also a small pool on the property. Expect to get woken up by birds or Howler monkeys in the morning. Various animals can be seen walking around the community such as Spider monkeys, coatis, or crabs. It was raining most afternoons while we were there but we did get the pleasure of a seeing the beautiful sunset at least once during our stay. I also got to see fireflies for my first time and it was amazing. This was a great place to stay if you are looking for a quite area without the hoards of people and shops like in Tamarindo. But if you want to visit Tamarindo you can walk down the beach and take an inexpensive short boat ride to Tamarindo which was much more convenient than trying to drive there.
Access to the hotel is down a dirt road and through a gate. The area felt very safe and quite with not much traffic. This hotel is part of a sister hotel of maybe 5 rooms that is a short walk away to get to the main office. Staff was very responsive and helpful through WhatsApp. The room was comfortable and what I would expect staying in at a nature preserve. Not luxurious if you are used to staying at a big name hotel. Access to the beach is a short walk across from the office. There is a restaurant and coffee shop at the hotel as well as other restaurants and a small market in the surrounding area that is walkable. There is also a small pool on the property. Expect to get woken up by birds or Howler monkeys in the morning. Various animals can be seen walking around the community such as Spider monkeys, coatis, or crabs. It was raining most afternoons while we were there but we did get the pleasure of a seeing the beautiful sunset at least once during our stay. I also got to see fireflies for my first time and it was amazing. This was a great place to stay if you are looking for a quite area without the hoards of people and shops like in Tamarindo. But if you want to visit Tamarindo you can walk down the beach and take an inexpensive short boat ride to Tamarindo which was much more convenient than trying to drive there.
8
Jeff
3 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean and tidy. However, recurring upkeep issues are noted, including occasional dirty pool, loose handrails or tiles, and sporadic pest or housekeeping lapses.
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10
Jimmy
5 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Maybe an older property but it’s clean and quiet
Maybe an older property but it’s clean and quiet
10
Margaret
22 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
El hotel es muy lindo y tranquilo, con facil acceso a la playa La habitación es tal como se ve en el fotos, y la cama es súper comoda La chica de la recepción es super amable Lo único que note es que la piscina estaba sucia
El hotel es muy lindo y tranquilo, con facil acceso a la playa La habitación es tal como se ve en el fotos, y la cama es súper comoda La chica de la recepción es super amable Lo único que note es que la piscina estaba sucia
10
John
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
very clean. very comfortable bed. excellent people
very clean. very comfortable bed. excellent people
8
Rodolfo
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Falta un poco de mantenimiento, la luz del baño sin plafon, la luz de mesa de noche no tenia apagador y la placa de pared floja, el abanico de la cocina no echaba aire, la caja de seguridad no funciono ni tenia llave, por lo demas bien
Falta un poco de mantenimiento, la luz del baño sin plafon, la luz de mesa de noche no tenia apagador y la placa de pared floja, el abanico de la cocina no echaba aire, la caja de seguridad no funciono ni tenia llave, por lo demas bien
8
Harold
15 May 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Angela
12 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Overall a great boutique hotel. Beautiful property with great service. The front desk associates were very helpful. The food in the restaurant is great with excellent service. Unfortunately our AC didn't work and it was 32c in the room. Opening the windows just lead to a bunch of ants flooding the room. It was late when we arrived back to the room and there was nobody was around to inform. The beds are comfortable and the room was very clean. We would stay here again.
Overall a great boutique hotel. Beautiful property with great service. The front desk associates were very helpful. The food in the restaurant is great with excellent service. Unfortunately our AC didn't work and it was 32c in the room. Opening the windows just lead to a bunch of ants flooding the room. It was late when we arrived back to the room and there was nobody was around to inform. The beds are comfortable and the room was very clean. We would stay here again.
10
Rodolfo
3 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Había ido él a.o pasado y la baranda de la piscina estaba floja, sigue igual. La empleada que arregló la habitación dejó la puerta abierta y cuando llegamos en la noche se había metido un pequeño alacrán. Por lo demás excelente.
Había ido él a.o pasado y la baranda de la piscina estaba floja, sigue igual. La empleada que arregló la habitación dejó la puerta abierta y cuando llegamos en la noche se había metido un pequeño alacrán. Por lo demás excelente.
10
Margaret
16 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Amo el hotel siempre me hospedo ahí, el staff es increíble , sin embargo esta vez vi que le faltaba mantenimiento al hotel, el área verde descuidada y la piscina no estaba muy limpia
Amo el hotel siempre me hospedo ahí, el staff es increíble , sin embargo esta vez vi que le faltaba mantenimiento al hotel, el área verde descuidada y la piscina no estaba muy limpia
10
Ronald
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was small but clean and had everything we needed. Staff at the hotel was friendly and very helpful. A great alternative to the crazy hustle and bustle of Tamarindo.
Room was small but clean and had everything we needed. Staff at the hotel was friendly and very helpful. A great alternative to the crazy hustle and bustle of Tamarindo.
8
Jeff
3 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, and some offer kitchenettes or large beds. A few report small room sizes, occasional AC or in-room Wi-Fi problems, and noise for units beneath the restaurant.
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Daniel
21 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
El sitio es muy tranquilo y el desayuno (pagado por separado) es muy bueno. Los dormitorios de la segunda planta son más pequeños de lo que parece en las fotografías y algunas cosas (una ventana del baño, la tiradera de la puerta de acceso, el control de la TV o el A/C) no estaban bien. El colchón era muy chico para la cama y había además algunas baldosas de cerámica del piso sueltas. Las advertencias de que cualquier cosa es extra (desde la cebolla en el omelete, hasta la salida más tarde en el check out cobrada a $30 por hora) no resulta positivo. A nivel de sostenibilidad el hotel queda debiendo: los grifos y los inodoros no ahorran agua, las puertas y ventanas no sellan bien el a/c.
El sitio es muy tranquilo y el desayuno (pagado por separado) es muy bueno. Los dormitorios de la segunda planta son más pequeños de lo que parece en las fotografías y algunas cosas (una ventana del baño, la tiradera de la puerta de acceso, el control de la TV o el A/C) no estaban bien. El colchón era muy chico para la cama y había además algunas baldosas de cerámica del piso sueltas. Las advertencias de que cualquier cosa es extra (desde la cebolla en el omelete, hasta la salida más tarde en el check out cobrada a $30 por hora) no resulta positivo. A nivel de sostenibilidad el hotel queda debiendo: los grifos y los inodoros no ahorran agua, las puertas y ventanas no sellan bien el a/c.
8
Adrián
25 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent place and service! Just a couple of details that bothered me... 1) for a few hours I had to leave my vehicle not in the corresponding parking lot since the space was occupied by people other than the tenants... a situation that does not seem to me since we are staying and we must have priority. 2) There are few food options near the place, therefore we had to choose to eat at the hotel restaurant! The truth is very delicious but prices a little excessive! 3) The network connection never worked in the room.
Excellent place and service! Just a couple of details that bothered me... 1) for a few hours I had to leave my vehicle not in the corresponding parking lot since the space was occupied by people other than the tenants... a situation that does not seem to me since we are staying and we must have priority. 2) There are few food options near the place, therefore we had to choose to eat at the hotel restaurant! The truth is very delicious but prices a little excessive! 3) The network connection never worked in the room.
10
Donald
23 Nov 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was nice and quiet. The beach very nice, warm water. Good for surfing. Restaurants O.K.
Room was nice and quiet. The beach very nice, warm water. Good for surfing. Restaurants O.K.
10
GILLIAN
8 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
10
John
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
very clean. very comfortable bed. excellent people
very clean. very comfortable bed. excellent people
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Harold
15 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Angela
12 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Overall a great boutique hotel. Beautiful property with great service. The front desk associates were very helpful. The food in the restaurant is great with excellent service. Unfortunately our AC didn't work and it was 32c in the room. Opening the windows just lead to a bunch of ants flooding the room. It was late when we arrived back to the room and there was nobody was around to inform. The beds are comfortable and the room was very clean. We would stay here again.
Overall a great boutique hotel. Beautiful property with great service. The front desk associates were very helpful. The food in the restaurant is great with excellent service. Unfortunately our AC didn't work and it was 32c in the room. Opening the windows just lead to a bunch of ants flooding the room. It was late when we arrived back to the room and there was nobody was around to inform. The beds are comfortable and the room was very clean. We would stay here again.
10
SRINATH
31 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very private property close to private beach, quiet and new rooms. While our stay was short, we really liked hotel and staff.
Very private property close to private beach, quiet and new rooms. While our stay was short, we really liked hotel and staff.
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Ronald
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was small but clean and had everything we needed. Staff at the hotel was friendly and very helpful. A great alternative to the crazy hustle and bustle of Tamarindo.
Room was small but clean and had everything we needed. Staff at the hotel was friendly and very helpful. A great alternative to the crazy hustle and bustle of Tamarindo.
8
Jeff
3 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Service
Service is often praised as friendly, responsive, and helpful, from arranging tours to quick communication. A few negatives appear, such as no staff late at night and one dispute over an extra bed fee.
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diana
11 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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!!!
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!!!
10
Erinn
3 May 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Pleasantly surprised! Loved this property and the customer service was spectacular! Planning to be back again in November for a stay at El Manglar.
Pleasantly surprised! Loved this property and the customer service was spectacular! Planning to be back again in November for a stay at El Manglar.
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Ale
22 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Thomas
28 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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
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
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Angela
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall a great boutique hotel. Beautiful property with great service. The front desk associates were very helpful. The food in the restaurant is great with excellent service. Unfortunately our AC didn't work and it was 32c in the room. Opening the windows just lead to a bunch of ants flooding the room. It was late when we arrived back to the room and there was nobody was around to inform. The beds are comfortable and the room was very clean. We would stay here again.
Overall a great boutique hotel. Beautiful property with great service. The front desk associates were very helpful. The food in the restaurant is great with excellent service. Unfortunately our AC didn't work and it was 32c in the room. Opening the windows just lead to a bunch of ants flooding the room. It was late when we arrived back to the room and there was nobody was around to inform. The beds are comfortable and the room was very clean. We would stay here again.
10
paul
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
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
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
10
Trevlyn
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
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!
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!
10
Tracey
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Access to the hotel is down a dirt road and through a gate. The area felt very safe and quite with not much traffic. This hotel is part of a sister hotel of maybe 5 rooms that is a short walk away to get to the main office. Staff was very responsive and helpful through WhatsApp. The room was comfortable and what I would expect staying in at a nature preserve. Not luxurious if you are used to staying at a big name hotel. Access to the beach is a short walk across from the office. There is a restaurant and coffee shop at the hotel as well as other restaurants and a small market in the surrounding area that is walkable. There is also a small pool on the property. Expect to get woken up by birds or Howler monkeys in the morning. Various animals can be seen walking around the community such as Spider monkeys, coatis, or crabs. It was raining most afternoons while we were there but we did get the pleasure of a seeing the beautiful sunset at least once during our stay. I also got to see fireflies for my first time and it was amazing. This was a great place to stay if you are looking for a quite area without the hoards of people and shops like in Tamarindo. But if you want to visit Tamarindo you can walk down the beach and take an inexpensive short boat ride to Tamarindo which was much more convenient than trying to drive there.
Access to the hotel is down a dirt road and through a gate. The area felt very safe and quite with not much traffic. This hotel is part of a sister hotel of maybe 5 rooms that is a short walk away to get to the main office. Staff was very responsive and helpful through WhatsApp. The room was comfortable and what I would expect staying in at a nature preserve. Not luxurious if you are used to staying at a big name hotel. Access to the beach is a short walk across from the office. There is a restaurant and coffee shop at the hotel as well as other restaurants and a small market in the surrounding area that is walkable. There is also a small pool on the property. Expect to get woken up by birds or Howler monkeys in the morning. Various animals can be seen walking around the community such as Spider monkeys, coatis, or crabs. It was raining most afternoons while we were there but we did get the pleasure of a seeing the beautiful sunset at least once during our stay. I also got to see fireflies for my first time and it was amazing. This was a great place to stay if you are looking for a quite area without the hoards of people and shops like in Tamarindo. But if you want to visit Tamarindo you can walk down the beach and take an inexpensive short boat ride to Tamarindo which was much more convenient than trying to drive there.
10
Trisha
26 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
My short stay was perfect and the staff are both kind and professional.
My short stay was perfect and the staff are both kind and professional.
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Myron
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was a very pleasant experience with staff that couldn’t do enough for you
This property was a very pleasant experience with staff that couldn’t do enough for you
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Location
Quiet, safe setting a short walk to uncrowded Playa Grande, with easy boat access to Tamarindo. Downsides mentioned are the unpaved access road and distance from central Tamarindo.
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Jennifer
19 Feb 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We really enjoyed our stay, very peaceful and access to great surf just a few steps away!
We really enjoyed our stay, very peaceful and access to great surf just a few steps away!
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myles
17 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very peaceful away from Tamarindo but only a short boat ride away from the action
Very peaceful away from Tamarindo but only a short boat ride away from the action
8
Netanel
21 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, right in front of the beach, peaceful place. Safe and beutiful closed community!
Great location, right in front of the beach, peaceful place. Safe and beutiful closed community!
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Sarah
4 May 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
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!!
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!!
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Vishal
22 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was good. The only problem that i find is that the location is far away from main Tamarindo and the road leading to the property was unpaved.
The property was good. The only problem that i find is that the location is far away from main Tamarindo and the road leading to the property was unpaved.
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Susana
4 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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 :)
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 :)
10
Thomas
28 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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
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
10
Alex
24 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Juergen
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Das Hotel und die Umgebung ist ideal zum Entspannen und die Natur genießen. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich. Es gibt 3 Möglichkeiten zum Essen in der Nähe. Playa Grande ist herrlich. Wer mehr Trubel braucht, kann zu Fuß und mit einem günstigen Boottaxi (1$) nach Tamarindo. Pura vida
Das Hotel und die Umgebung ist ideal zum Entspannen und die Natur genießen. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich. Es gibt 3 Möglichkeiten zum Essen in der Nähe. Playa Grande ist herrlich. Wer mehr Trubel braucht, kann zu Fuß und mit einem günstigen Boottaxi (1$) nach Tamarindo. Pura vida
10
Tracey
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Access to the hotel is down a dirt road and through a gate. The area felt very safe and quite with not much traffic. This hotel is part of a sister hotel of maybe 5 rooms that is a short walk away to get to the main office. Staff was very responsive and helpful through WhatsApp. The room was comfortable and what I would expect staying in at a nature preserve. Not luxurious if you are used to staying at a big name hotel. Access to the beach is a short walk across from the office. There is a restaurant and coffee shop at the hotel as well as other restaurants and a small market in the surrounding area that is walkable. There is also a small pool on the property. Expect to get woken up by birds or Howler monkeys in the morning. Various animals can be seen walking around the community such as Spider monkeys, coatis, or crabs. It was raining most afternoons while we were there but we did get the pleasure of a seeing the beautiful sunset at least once during our stay. I also got to see fireflies for my first time and it was amazing. This was a great place to stay if you are looking for a quite area without the hoards of people and shops like in Tamarindo. But if you want to visit Tamarindo you can walk down the beach and take an inexpensive short boat ride to Tamarindo which was much more convenient than trying to drive there.
Access to the hotel is down a dirt road and through a gate. The area felt very safe and quite with not much traffic. This hotel is part of a sister hotel of maybe 5 rooms that is a short walk away to get to the main office. Staff was very responsive and helpful through WhatsApp. The room was comfortable and what I would expect staying in at a nature preserve. Not luxurious if you are used to staying at a big name hotel. Access to the beach is a short walk across from the office. There is a restaurant and coffee shop at the hotel as well as other restaurants and a small market in the surrounding area that is walkable. There is also a small pool on the property. Expect to get woken up by birds or Howler monkeys in the morning. Various animals can be seen walking around the community such as Spider monkeys, coatis, or crabs. It was raining most afternoons while we were there but we did get the pleasure of a seeing the beautiful sunset at least once during our stay. I also got to see fireflies for my first time and it was amazing. This was a great place to stay if you are looking for a quite area without the hoards of people and shops like in Tamarindo. But if you want to visit Tamarindo you can walk down the beach and take an inexpensive short boat ride to Tamarindo which was much more convenient than trying to drive there.
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Dining
On-site restaurant and coffee or smoothie bar earn strong reviews, and several good eateries are within walking distance. Some guests felt the menu was limited or prices high, and breakfast is not always included.
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Daniel
21 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
El sitio es muy tranquilo y el desayuno (pagado por separado) es muy bueno. Los dormitorios de la segunda planta son más pequeños de lo que parece en las fotografías y algunas cosas (una ventana del baño, la tiradera de la puerta de acceso, el control de la TV o el A/C) no estaban bien. El colchón era muy chico para la cama y había además algunas baldosas de cerámica del piso sueltas. Las advertencias de que cualquier cosa es extra (desde la cebolla en el omelete, hasta la salida más tarde en el check out cobrada a $30 por hora) no resulta positivo. A nivel de sostenibilidad el hotel queda debiendo: los grifos y los inodoros no ahorran agua, las puertas y ventanas no sellan bien el a/c.
El sitio es muy tranquilo y el desayuno (pagado por separado) es muy bueno. Los dormitorios de la segunda planta son más pequeños de lo que parece en las fotografías y algunas cosas (una ventana del baño, la tiradera de la puerta de acceso, el control de la TV o el A/C) no estaban bien. El colchón era muy chico para la cama y había además algunas baldosas de cerámica del piso sueltas. Las advertencias de que cualquier cosa es extra (desde la cebolla en el omelete, hasta la salida más tarde en el check out cobrada a $30 por hora) no resulta positivo. A nivel de sostenibilidad el hotel queda debiendo: los grifos y los inodoros no ahorran agua, las puertas y ventanas no sellan bien el a/c.
8
Adrián
25 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent place and service! Just a couple of details that bothered me... 1) for a few hours I had to leave my vehicle not in the corresponding parking lot since the space was occupied by people other than the tenants... a situation that does not seem to me since we are staying and we must have priority. 2) There are few food options near the place, therefore we had to choose to eat at the hotel restaurant! The truth is very delicious but prices a little excessive! 3) The network connection never worked in the room.
Excellent place and service! Just a couple of details that bothered me... 1) for a few hours I had to leave my vehicle not in the corresponding parking lot since the space was occupied by people other than the tenants... a situation that does not seem to me since we are staying and we must have priority. 2) There are few food options near the place, therefore we had to choose to eat at the hotel restaurant! The truth is very delicious but prices a little excessive! 3) The network connection never worked in the room.
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Jane
14 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We are non-surfers but chose.this property due to its access to visit turtle nesting beaches (the next town up) The turtles delivered, the hotel, however, was pretty ordinary. Nice quality towels, good air con, comfy bed Bins emptied alternate days, which is not nice when its a septic tank system so you flush nothing youve not consumed Limited / overpriced menu (compared to other local eateries) Multiple issues with the room. Some resolved, some not Glad we came to Playa Grande, quite happily left after 2 nights
We are non-surfers but chose.this property due to its access to visit turtle nesting beaches (the next town up) The turtles delivered, the hotel, however, was pretty ordinary. Nice quality towels, good air con, comfy bed Bins emptied alternate days, which is not nice when its a septic tank system so you flush nothing youve not consumed Limited / overpriced menu (compared to other local eateries) Multiple issues with the room. Some resolved, some not Glad we came to Playa Grande, quite happily left after 2 nights
8
Scott
19 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
10
GILLIAN
8 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
10
Randall
4 Feb 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Excelente lugar para descansar, la playa muy cerca y tranquila, el servicio de restaurante muy bueno, muy recomendado. El hotel muy bonito y seguro. Super recomendado.
Excelente lugar para descansar, la playa muy cerca y tranquila, el servicio de restaurante muy bueno, muy recomendado. El hotel muy bonito y seguro. Super recomendado.
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Thomas
28 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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
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
10
paul
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
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
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
10
Alex
24 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Jeff
3 Mar 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
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Jennifer
19 Feb 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We really enjoyed our stay, very peaceful and access to great surf just a few steps away!
We really enjoyed our stay, very peaceful and access to great surf just a few steps away!
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Greta
31 Jan 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel Cantarana is a beautiful little gem of a place in Playa Grande, we will for sure be coming back! Our room had a little kitchenette, which was a nice surprise. Very quiet and the staff were all lovely to work with.
Hotel Cantarana is a beautiful little gem of a place in Playa Grande, we will for sure be coming back! Our room had a little kitchenette, which was a nice surprise. Very quiet and the staff were all lovely to work with.
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Randall
4 Feb 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Excelente lugar para descansar, la playa muy cerca y tranquila, el servicio de restaurante muy bueno, muy recomendado. El hotel muy bonito y seguro. Super recomendado.
Excelente lugar para descansar, la playa muy cerca y tranquila, el servicio de restaurante muy bueno, muy recomendado. El hotel muy bonito y seguro. Super recomendado.
FAQs about Hotel Cantarana
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of USD 40, subject to availability.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of USD 180 per vehicle for a roundtrip. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features wheelchair-accessible facilities, including a lounge and meeting spaces. Handrails are present in stairways, and there are limited wheelchair-accessible rooms.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Palm Beach Estates, just 0.3 km from Grande Beach and 6 minutes from Las Baulas National Marine Park. It is approximately 11.7 miles from Tamarindo Beach and 8.6 miles from Conchal Beach.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features a swimming pool. Specific details about the pool type and operational hours are not provided.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific details about age restrictions for free stays are not provided.
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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. 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. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (roundtrip)
- Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Laundry service
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Bicycle rental
Garden
Scuba diving
General
Towels
Picnic area/Tables
Designated Smoking Areas (fines apply)
Handrails in Stairways
Snack Bar/Deli
Upper Floors (Stairs Only)
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Wheelchair-Accessible Lounge
Wheelchair-Accessible Meeting Spaces/Business Center
Activities
Garden
Scuba diving
Fishing
Horse riding
Kayaking
Ecotours on site
Beach Umbrellas
Full-Service Spa
Hiking/Biking (nearby)
Pool Sun Loungers
Pool Umbrellas
Spa Services (on site)
Terrace
Services
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Laundry service
Bicycle rental
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
Computer Station
Concierge Services
Front Desk (limited hours)
Grocery/Convenience Store
Laundry Facilities
Mosquito Nets
Tours/Ticket Assistance
Wedding Services
Parking
Airport Transportation (surcharge)
Area Shuttle (surcharge)
Parking (Self) (free)
Internet
Free wi-fi