Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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September 2025

October 2025

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine

Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers

Santarena Hotel on Playa Prieta's shoreline offers adventure and relaxation. Enjoy beachfront meals, scuba, snorkeling, or a spa massage. Two restaurants serve local and international dishes. Free WiFi and coworking areas keep you connected.

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Room options

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Sept 20 - Sept 21

Tomorrow

Sept 21 - Sept 22

Plaza Balcony Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Premium bedding

32 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Danta Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Premium bedding

Pillow-top bed

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Ocean View Premium

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Premium bedding

32 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Suite

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Smart TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Premium bedding

56 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the area

Las Catalinas Road., Tempate, Guanacaste, 50304

What's nearby

Danta Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Penca Beach - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
Playa Potrero - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
Flamingo Beach - 16 min drive - 9.0 km
Conchal Beach - 25 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Forketta Food - ‬10 min drive
‪The Shack - ‬11 min drive
‪Brew House by Papagayo Brewing Co. - ‬1 min walk
‪The Beach House - ‬13 min drive
‪Pots & Bowls - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Luxury upscale hotel near Playa Potrero

Located close to Diamante Eco Adventure Park, Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas provides a corner/local shop, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and scuba diving. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or aromatherapy. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and local and international cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as mountain biking, boat tours and beach yoga. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Free valet parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and 3 outdoor tennis courts
An electric car charging station, 2 outdoor pickleball courts and massage treatment rooms
Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Other amenities include:

Recycling and LED light bulbs
Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
45-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
Mini fridges, childcare services and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 22 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Couples/private dining
Private picnics

Restaurants on site

Celeste Restaurant
Cuatro Calle La Ronda
Pascual
Ponciana Restaurant
Pots & Bowls

Things to do

2 outdoor pickleball courts
3 outdoor tennis courts
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bicycle cleaning area
Bicycle equipment shop
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle repair station
Bicycle tours
Boat tours
Bodyboard
Canoeing
Fitness classes
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Mountain biking
Outdoor pool
Paddleboard
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Tennis lessons
Water sports equipment
Wine tasting room

Family friendly

Grocery/convenience store
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

2 meeting rooms
Coworking space

Outdoors

Beach towels
Garden
In a nature reserve
On the beach
On the waterfront
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Rooftop terrace

Spa

3 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
In-room massages
Sports massages

Accessibility

Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room
Lift
Tile flooring in public areas

1 building
4 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 2019
Communal living room
Comprehensive recycling policy
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Mediterranean architecture
Reception hall
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

45-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
Streaming services

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Mini-fridge
Minibar

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Mobile key entry
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 22 for children
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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Frequently asked questions

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$497.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas located?

This Tempate hotel is on the beach, 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Playa Potrero, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Playa Hermosa.

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About the area

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Awards and affiliations

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

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