What's Playa Grande like for family-friendly vacations?
If you’ve been thinking about a vacation with your kids, Playa Grande is a good choice. The boating, beaches, and surfing spots are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Fly into Tamarindo (TNO), which is the closest airport, or Nosara (NOB), which is located 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for families in Playa Grande?
RipJack Inn is a hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Playa Grande?
Expedia has 8 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Playa Grande.
What's the seasonal weather like in Playa Grande?
The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Playa Grande are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Playa Grande?
Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Playa Grande. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Black Stallion Eco Park and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center.
Recent reviews of Playa Grande hotels
Expedia verified reviews
5/5 Excellent
"This is my second here, I like everything about it. People are so friendly."
A verified traveler stayed at Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
"We stayed multiple places in Costa Rica and this was by far the best value. The pricing was great and amenities met / exceeded expectations. There are a few maintenance items that could be taken care of around the resort, but none that negatively impacted our stay, and again for the price, were completely acceptable. Overall the resort had a great feeling, and our room was nicely renovated. The views are amazing, to get these views you're a bit up out of 'town' but not a far walk (if you're ok with large hills), or they offer an hourly shuttle to the town center and also the Beach Club.. which was another amazing value add, access to a Beach Club right on Tamarindo beach with another pool and full food / bar service and loungers in the sand. We definitely recommend this as a great spot in Tamarindo!"
"We stayed here after driving through the main strip and seeing the amazing nightlife. This hotel is nothing fancy but it’s perfect. The beds were perfect, air worked great; the shower was the only downside (it was small and a little awkward) but the room and property itself was actually quite comfortable. It was perfect for our needs. If you’re in CR - you should be outside anyways haha. We stayed with our 5 year old daughter and felt safe. We had a balcony room that faces a soccer field and were able to see kids playing. This hotel is one block from the beach and it’s truly a gem. Breakfast was included in our stay and it was delicious! The restaurant/pool area is a great vibe and we loved it. I would absolutely stay here again if we were in this area. We came from SoCal and I would recommend this hotel to anyone. There is also a market attached too that is open until 10 that has snacks and alcohol if needed. "
A verified traveler stayed at The Palms At Coco Beach
"Awesome resort !! Great food choices , not too crowded , family friendly .. only suggestion is to bring water shoes or more flip flops .. the cobble stones were very hot when walking around pool areas barefoot…I Burnt my feet walking on them especially at the water park ( got a few blisters) "
A verified traveler stayed at Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
"We had an amazing time at the Jardín! 10/10 would recommend, it is the nicest hotel I have ever stayed at. The staff was accommodating and friendly, dinner was a 5 star meal every night. Can’t go wrong with booking this place! Great deal for the quantity you are getting."
A verified traveler stayed at Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
"Spent a full week at the JW Marriott and had a really great time with my family (wife and 2 girls 10&11). The hotel was really great when it comes to the pool, beach, staff, parking, and rooms. But really the only downside, is that even for a guy who does pretty darn good for himself, the food prices are just plain crazy, and the selection is very mediocre. $24 for a ham sandwich people, $26 burgers, $22 chicken strips, and if you want to eat at the italian buffet $50 a person for mediocre pasta and pizza...I heard the country can be expensive but its just kind of ridiculous."
A verified traveler stayed at JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa