Hotel Cantarana

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Tamarindo Beach, Hotel Cantarana provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as beach yoga and surfing/body boarding, at this hotel. Indulge in a massage, a body treatment and a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine bistro, Bistro Cantarana, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Villa One Bedroom, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A four-poster bed with a green and white bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a ceiling fan. There is a television on a stand to the left, a chair with a floral cushion, and a small table with a lamp to the right.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a sliding glass door to the balcony, and a TV on a small table.

Standard Double Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located near the beach, Hotel Cantarana is in Palm Beach Estates, a neighbourhood in Cabo Velas. Reserva Conchal Golf Course and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ziplining. Visit our Playa Grande travel guide
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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with footprints and two people carrying surfboards.
    Grande Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and a sandy shore.
    Conchal Beach
    36 min drive - 16.4 km
  • A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.
    Tamarindo Beach
    52 min drive - 23.7 km
  • A coastal town with a beach, a large building complex, and mountains in the background.
    Flamingo Beach
    54 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Casino Diria
    48 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Brisa Mar
    31 min drive
  • Sol Bakery
    31 min drive
  • El Pelícano
    31 min drive
  • Tamaonda
    31 min drive
  • Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant
    31 min drive

About this property

Hotel Cantarana

  • Hotel near Tamarindo Beach
  • You can look forward to a corner/local shop, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Hotel Cantarana. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as beach yoga and surfing/body boarding, at this hotel. Indulge in a massage, a body treatment and a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine bistro, Bistro Cantarana, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • Multilingual staff, beach umbrellas and a front desk safe
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Hotel Cantarana have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and ceiling fans

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Cantarana have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Cantarana pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Cantarana?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Cantarana?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Cantarana?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 40 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Cantarana provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 180 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Cantarana located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this spa hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Grande Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Las Baulas National Marine Park and Ventanas Beach. Tamarindo Church and Conchal Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Cantarana Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 145 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great boutique hotel with access to beach and fun bistro/cafe.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic little boutique hotel. 3 minute walk to a beautiful surfable beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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My short stay was perfect and the staff are both kind and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very peaceful away from Tamarindo but only a short boat ride away from the action
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very private property close to private beach, quiet and new rooms. While our stay was short, we really liked hotel and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

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A nice place to get some rest and relaxation in a quiet neighborhood. Very nice staff. Long, walkable beach available.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great location, right in front of the beach, peaceful place. Safe and beutiful closed community!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This property was a very pleasant experience with staff that couldn’t do enough for you
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

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Lovely hotel, the room was nice and the pool area is beautiful! With only five rooms there's always plenty of space by the pool and we often had it to ourselves. Couple of downsides, on the first night the power went out late evening and wasn't restored till the morning, meaning a very warm night with no fan/AC. And secondly the on-site bistro was disappointing with overpriced and not great quality food. Other than that we had a great time and the staff were lovely and very helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

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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!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Pleasantly surprised! Loved this property and the customer service was spectacular! Planning to be back again in November for a stay at El Manglar.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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!!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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very clean. very comfortable bed. excellent people
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was nice and quiet. The beach very nice, warm water. Good for surfing. Restaurants O.K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Maybe an older property but it’s clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful Boutique Hotel with great service.

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024