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5.0 out of 5

"Incredible location and great staff. We really enjoyed our stay at La Palapa. " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 18 Jan 2021

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Hotel Description

3-star beachfront hotel near Tamarindo Beach

On the beach

At this Tamarindo hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tamarindo Beach and 12 miles (20 km) of Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Conchal Beach and Playa Brasilito are within 12 miles (20 km).

Restaurant, bar/lounge

A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. You'll appreciate the area shuttle, terrace, and garden.

Quadruple Room with Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$102* Per night/room Apr 27 - Apr 28

Supreme

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite 2

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Standard Room with Sea View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite 1

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel La Palapa ratings based on 4 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hotel La Palapa

Everyone (4)
5 out of 5
Incredible location and great staff. We really enjoyed our stay at La Palapa.

Posted by on Jan 18, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 18, 2021 by audrey, owner

Dear guest, Thank you for yout feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at our hotel on the beach. We hope to see you again best regards from La Palapa Team

5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 27, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 27, 2020 by Rolo

Greetings from La Palapa Hotel thank you for staying with us at paradise, we really appreciate that you are having a great time Cheers Rolando

5 out of 5
You can see the ocean from the rooms. Beds were comfortable and Ronaldo at the front desk is very nice and helpful. Great location to the Main Street in town. Also a private gated parking area. Thanks so much!🇨🇷

Posted by on Mar 11, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 11, 2019 by Rolando Guzman

Hola !! Greetings from La Palapa Hotel Thank you very much for your feedback, make us feel very proud on what we are doing for our guest Best regards Rolando

5 out of 5
Overall our 5 day stay was excellent. Rolando and the staff were attentive and accommodating. This hotel is on the beach, and for surfing and beach access it is perfect.

Posted by on May 29, 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 1, 2018 by audrey, managment

Dear Guest, thank you so much for your wondefull review.We are happy that you enjoyed our place on the beach! We hope to see you again! Best regards audrey, managment

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hotel La Palapa. Self parking is free. This 3-star Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle and area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hotel La Palapa offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Tamarindo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Hotel La Palapa has a restaurant on site.

Spa Services

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massages on beach
  • Massages
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Hotel La Palapa offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and sofa beds

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Heating is not provided

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and sofa beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Heating is not provided. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • One child stays free
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Front desk opens daily at 8 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8 PM
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 2
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (roundtrip)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Hotel Palapa Tamarindo
  • Hotel Palapa
  • Palapa Tamarindo
  • Hotel La Palapa Hotel
  • Hotel La Palapa Tamarindo
  • Hotel La Palapa Hotel Tamarindo

You should know

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.