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Hotel Punta Descartes

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Front of property
Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Costado Sur Banco Popular, La Cruz, Guanacaste, 51001
  • Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Playa Coco
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Playa Jobo
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

La Cruz

In La Cruz .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this La Cruz hotel, you'll find Area de Conservación Guanacaste and Playa Puerto Soley. Playa Piñuela and Playa Conventillos are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Copal - 21 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge - 30 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • West Rajada Beach - 30 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Playa Coco - 32 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Playa Jobo - 33 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar y Restaurante Thelma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mirador Punta Descartes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪sport cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pizza y Café La Cruz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big Dog - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Punta Descartes

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Punta Descartes offers 6 accommodations with air conditioning. This La Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 6 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

Hotel Punta Descartes Hotel
Hotel Punta Descartes La Cruz
Hotel Punta Descartes Hotel La Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Punta Descartes to the airport?

Hotel Punta Descartes is 43.6 mi (64-min drive) away from the Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Punta Descartes.

How close is Hotel Punta Descartes to the beach?

This hotel is 4.2 mi (13-min drive) from Playa Puerto Soley and 4.8 mi (17-min drive) from Playa Piñuela. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Punta Descartes offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Punta Descartes, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 2 and 6 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Punta Descartes?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Punta Descartes?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Punta Descartes?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes have a pool?

Hotel Punta Descartes does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Punta Descartes to downtown La Cruz?

Hotel Punta Descartes is 0.1 mi away from La Cruz.

Hotel Punta Descartes Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anik

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La vue de la terrasse est exceptionnelle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
9
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gwen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jerome

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny hotel with excellent staff and location. Wonderful restaurant with an incredible view. Wildlife visits for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay here only if there is no other choice or if you need to rest for a long trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pura Vida! Where else have I stayed and been joined by a monkey at breakfast? Ah…. NOWHERE. Great place with great views and food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsworth, Roatán

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente Service and Good Food,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Elvis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Francesco

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un excelente lugar si lo que quieres es relajación
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024