Playa Grande
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RipJack Inn
100m al sur de Minae Cabo Velas Playa Grande
$140 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Apr 25 to Apr 26
$159 total
Apr 25 - Apr 26
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (426 reviews)
Great hotel with great location. They are in the process of updating the property and building what, I think, are private condos, so the overall property is improving. Staff is friendly and fluent in English. Had one run in with an issue due to a door malfunction, and while it was not a positive ...
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana
Palm Beach Estates Cabo Velas Guanacaste
$91 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$103 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
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! (343 reviews)
We loved our stay and the place grew on us. Rooms could use a place for cloths and suitcase as they aren’t big and a coffee pot. Plenty of restaurants within walking distance and a small market but it doesn’t have fresh fruit or veggies and limited for lunch or breakfast items. Loved how staff booked ...
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,333 reviews)
Property was immaculate. Staff were nice. Food was very good, with one exception: My entire family got very sick after eating cheeseburgers at the Sports Bar.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
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.

Casa Marbella – Private Oasis on the Estuary, 5-Min Walk to Playa Grande Beach
Playa Grande Guanacaste
Stay at this vacation home in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Amazing location for a family vacation. We loved every minute from the private pool, access to the estuary, walk to the local eateries and beach. A genuinely fun time! To top it off the managed was highly communicative and help all through our stay. Every need was met.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge
Playa Grande Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach villa in Cabo Velas. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (125 reviews)
Place is nice. If you are 3 couples staying the main house it will be fine. With more people, needing to occupy the guesthouse, be advised that it is not up to the same standard and in need of a reno. The view of the beach is limited unless you are on the elevated balcony of the guesthouse. The Staff ...
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Great communication before our stayConcierge was there to meet us and make sure everything was OK before she left.Bungalow’s are rustic but comfortable. Happy to have air-conditioning in the bedrooms.Beautiful location with much to do in the area.Would love to return!!
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
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
$131
per adult
88% of travellers recommend

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo
$85
per adult
78% of travellers recommend

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or Riu Hotels
$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure
$96
per adult
90% of travellers recommend

Rio Celeste Falls+Rain Forest+Tubing+Slothful Shrine
$170
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour
$160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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- Grande Beach
- Ventanas Beach
- Las Baulas National Marine Park
- Coco Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
- Flamingo Beach
- Playa Potrero
- Conchal Beach
- Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
- Playa Hermosa
- Ocotal Beach
- Reserva Conchal Golf Course
- Playa Brasilito
- Playa Langosta
- Avellanas Beach
- Junquillal Beach
- Mansita Beach
- Penca Beach
- Casino Diria
- Papagayo Golf and Country Club
- Bahia Pez Vela Beach
- Playa Penca
- Playa Calzón de Pobre
- Diamante Eco Adventure Park
- Playa Azul
- Callejones Beach
- Blanca Beach
- Playa Prieta
- Tamarindo Church
- Monkey Park
- Playa Róbalo
- El Coco Casino


