5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
nice and quiet. kind and helpful people. beautiful beach
Playa Grande
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RipJack Inn
100m al sur de Minae Cabo Velas Playa Grande
$166 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
$188 total
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Conchal ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (406 reviews)
Everything was fabulous as always
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana
Palm Beach Estates Cabo Velas Guanacaste
$91 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$103 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (313 reviews)
Outstanding staff! Comfortable bed and good size bathroom. Liked the keyless entry system especially when going to the beach we didn’t worry about losing key. Beach only 2 min away. Pool area lovely gardens and shade if you wanted. Room fridge and air conditioner were added features.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,271 reviews)
I was here 12/05/25-12/13/25 the staff were great they just renovated and the resort is beautiful, rooms are very nice, food great
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest.
Playa, Grande Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Cabo Velas. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
We had the best time at our Bungalow stay and already planning our next trip! None of our group of 12 had been to Costa Rica and didn’t know what to expect. For starters the beach and beach access was amazing! The teenagers LOVED surfing with perfect waves, sandy smooth beaches and perfect weather. ...
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Palm Beach Inn
1 Malinches Street, Palm Beach Estates Cabo Velas Guanacaste
Stay at this aparthotel in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ...
Dan & Alvero are amazing. Quiet, clean property. Would highly recommend this location!
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2024
The mVillas with Exclusive Beach Club Access
Marisol Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Amazing villa. Close to town and night market. Beach club was fantastic with friendly staff. Would recommend. Will be back
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Flamingo Beach
Sunbathe on the soft sand, snorkel in the clear ocean water and spy turtles, crocodiles and monkeys at a marine park at this scenic beach.
Las Baulas National Marine Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Las Baulas National Marine Park and enjoy the surfing in Playa Grande. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Reserva Conchal Golf Course
Play a round of golf in Playa Conchal at Reserva Conchal Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
$113
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo or Conchal
$81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1,5 Hours Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal
$99
per adult
Discover secret beaches near Tamarindo on ATVs
$80
per adult
Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco
$115
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal
$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Playa Grande
4.5
Top Destination
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Playa grande is a tiny town with maybe 5 places to eat. It’s 40 min to Tamarindo unless you walk down the beach for 10 min to a water taxi- then walk on the other side to the main strip. It’s just too hot to do all that.
5/5 - Excellent
SEBASTIAN
Very unique beach with all the great surfing accomodations. The ocean is fantastic with beautieful waves. White sand.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
We enjoyed a fabulous turtle tour!
5/5 - Excellent
Maria
Bring nothing but comfy shoes, particularly ones you can spray off like plastic flip flops or water resistant shoes. We went during the dry season and it was very dusty so we had to spray down our shoes every day.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Go to El Huerto Pizzeria, the best pizza in Guanacaste! Highly recommend it!
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- Grande Beach
- Las Baulas National Marine Park
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- Coco Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
- Flamingo Beach
- Playa Potrero
- Conchal Beach
- Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
- Ocotal Beach
- Playa Hermosa
- Playa Langosta
- Reserva Conchal Golf Course
- Junquillal Beach
- Avellanas Beach
- Playa Brasilito
- Papagayo Golf and Country Club
- Mansita Beach
- Penca Beach
- Casino Diria
- Playa Azul
- Playa Calzón de Pobre
- Bahia Pez Vela Beach
- Diamante Eco Adventure Park
- Monkey Park
- Playa Prieta
- Blanca Beach
- Playa Penca
- Callejones Beach
- Haras del Mar Equestrian Center
- Black Stallion Eco Park
- Rocio's Kitchen
