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Tonight
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Tomorrow
18 Aug - 19 Aug
This weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
Next weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug

Our top choices for Playa Grande beach hotels

1. RipJack Inn

RipJack Inn
Cabo Velas
  • Soak up the sun at Grande Beach retreat, just a six-minute stroll from the shore with three refreshing pools and ocean-view dining.
NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
RipJack Inn

2. Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana
Palm Beach Estates
  • Find paradise on white sands: this beachfront hotel offers surfing, snorkelling, and beach towels just steps from azure waters.
NZ$101
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

3. Cozy beach house, partial view, 2 mn walk to beach

Cozy beach house, partial view, 2 mn walk to beach
Guanacaste Province
NZ$1,093
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Cozy beach house, partial view, 2 mn walk to beach

4. ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only

ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only
Cabo Velas
  • Relax on pristine sands minutes from your room at this adults-only beach paradise.
NZ$78
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only

5. Pipe House Playa Grande

Pipe House Playa Grande
Cabo Velas
  • Ride ocean waves at this beachfront capsule hotel, offering surf lessons and fishing at your doorstep, with nearby adventures awaiting.
NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Pipe House Playa Grande

6. Maravida Social Hotel by Crazy Monkey

Maravida Social Hotel by Crazy Monkey
Tamarindo
  • Unwind on sugar-white sands with umbrellas and loungers at this beachfront escape, where surfing adventures and poolside cocktails await.
NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Maravida Social Hotel by Crazy Monkey

7. Hotel Perla de la Playa

Hotel Perla de la Playa
Tamarindo
  • Unwind on pristine white sands at this beachfront retreat, just a 5-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach with daily breakfast awaiting.
NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Hotel Perla de la Playa

8. Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel

Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel
Tamarindo
  • Relax on tropical Tamarindo Beach with massages on the sand, just steps from this sun-soaked retreat.
NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel

9. SoulShine

SoulShine
Tamarindo
NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
SoulShine

10. Hotel La Palapa

Hotel La Palapa
Tamarindo
  • Sun-drenched paradise on sandy shores with beachside massages and stunning sunsets just steps from your room at this oceanfront haven.
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel La Palapa
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Top Playa Grande Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Overall Rating: 4/5 Stars The Good: The property is beautiful, clean, and extremely well maintained. We stayed for a week and especially loved the beach and the top-notch evening shows. Our room was incredible! A special 5-star shoutout to Jefferson at the front desk for such a warm and welcoming check! The cleaning lady assigned to clean our room did an amazing work every time! We did got to thank her personally with a few tokens of appreciation! Areas for Improvement: Service at the restaurants was a real letdown. Many staff members seemed overworked, unhappy, and indifferent. Guests weren't informed about restricted seating upon entering the buffet, leading to frustration and poor service— at some points I saw a couple of staff laughing at some clients, that was not very professional…Uncollected plates, no water offered, and tense staff. The atmosphere was also ruined by servers aggressively scraping plates and throwing cutlery into buckets right near diners in the Italian restaurant and the buffet. It made for a loud, chaotic environment that forced us to leave early on a few occasions. Beautiful resort, but management seriously needs to address restaurant staffing and training. This been said, the overall experience was very nice and we had a good time!"
Jeffry Rafael Martinez 7-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is in a beautifully designed tropical garden. The room was very well maintained and beautiful. What impressed me most was that they provided glass water bottles, and the housekeeping filled them with filtered water for you. You can refill them yourself too. All the staff were smiley, warm, and helpful. The restaurant in the hotel was beautiful, and the breakfast was delicious (not included in the fee). The air conditioning in the room was good. The ocean view was great and easy to swim and the swimming pool were beautiful as well. The only shortcoming is that the swimming pool is a bit tiny. It is good for small kids, but not really suitable for swimming. The jacuzzi next to the pool was set to be lukewarm rather than hot. It'd be perfect if the hotel provided more activities or services probably. (The pool table was the only activity and we did enjoy it) However, we did enjoy the pool with a monkey family of eight howling on top of us everyday, which was so much fun! We also met many animals around the hotel, including iguanas, different kinds of birds, raccoons, and monkeys. The location of this hotel is quite isolated, so there are no restaurants or shops within walking distance to hang out at. Luckily, the hotel itself is good enough for us to hang out there most of the time. Overall, I really loved this hotel: the design, the ambiance, the vibes, the quality, and the staff."
ICIN 8-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"My daughter had her wedding there and the wedding planner and photographer we had there did an amazing job. Everything was beautifully decorated and the food was wonderful. All the staff were wonderful and very helpful! They made it an amazing experience for my daughter!"
TERRI 7-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort

JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience overall! Beautiful place, friendly service, and a relaxing stay. I recommend planning activities and reservations ahead of time to make the most of your trip!"
Nirlay 7-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
JW Marriott Guanacaste Beach Resort
The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Love the place"
Bryan 6-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Palms At Coco Beach
Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive

Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Séjour de 19 jours qui fut très agréable! Site exceptionnel aves accès direct sur playa Langosta, rocheuse mais fréquentée par les surfeurs. A 15 minutes de marche par la route, ou 30 minutes par la côte, de la magnifique plage de sable de Tamarindo. Chambre vaste et très confortable. Piscine bien entretenue et jamais trop occupée. Plage avec un coucher de soleil spectaculaire! Faune sur le site : Réveillés tous les matins par les singes hurleurs qui traversent le site de l’hôtel. Les petits perroquets chantent dans les palmiers. Les iguanes se promènent sur la pelouse. Personnel toujours très aidant, tant le personnel d’entretien des chambres et du site que celui responsable de la salle à dîner et du bar. Un merci tout spécial à Carlos [de Granados] qui était dévoué, souriant, de bonne humeur, et toujours intéressé à améliorer son français! Il a rendu notre séjour encore plus mémorable!"
David 10-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Place was gorgeous and staff was extremely helpful. Treated like royalty."
Brian 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

What is Playa Grande like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and restaurants, Playa Grande offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday.
What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Playa Grande?
Hotel Cantarana is a top beach hotel offering a full-service spa and free WiFi, located within a short 4-minute walk of Grande Beach . Other good choices to stay near the beach include Pipe House Playa Grande and Sugar's Monkey.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Playa Grande?
Plan your trip to the beach with a look at the seasons in Playa Grande: The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Playa Grande are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 373 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do around Playa Grande?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Grande Beach or Ventanas Beach. Discover the area's surfing and restaurants, and make time for local attractions such as Tamarindo Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park. You can also pay a visit to Playa Langosta or Conchal Beach for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Playa Grande?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Playa Grande with ease. If you're looking to fly to Playa Grande, the closest major airport is in Tamarindo (TNO), located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.