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Hotel La Palapa

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Tamarindo Beach

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Supreme | Terrace/patio
Standard Room with Sea View | Exterior
Suite 1 | Beach/ocean view
Standard Room with Sea View | View from room
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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25 Meters Norte de la Rotonda, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪110 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite 2 | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Beach view

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Suite 1 | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite 1

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Beach view

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Supreme | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Supreme

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Beach view

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Quadruple Room with Garden View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room with Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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Standard Room with Sea View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room with Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Beach view

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tamarindo Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Grande Beach and Playa Brasilito are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 9 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 37 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 46 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walter's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nogui's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Palapa

3-star beachfront hotel near Tamarindo Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Hotel La Palapa. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 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
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

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 continental breakfast: approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 35

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
Heating is not provided
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

We should mention

  • 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.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel La Palapa to the airport?

Hotel La Palapa is 2.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel La Palapa?

As of Jan 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel La Palapa on Jan 26, 2026 start from $108.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel La Palapa have an airport shuttle?

Hotel La Palapa offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 35 per person.

How close is Hotel La Palapa to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel La Palapa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel La Palapa, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 12 for adults and USD 12 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel La Palapa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Diria (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel La Palapa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel La Palapa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel La Palapa have a pool?

Hotel La Palapa does not have a pool.

Does Hotel La Palapa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel La Palapa have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Hotel La Palapa to downtown Tamarindo?

Hotel La Palapa is 0.3 mi away from Tamarindo.

Hotel La Palapa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 431 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel! The owner,Audrey, and the front desk man, Rolando, were so nice and accommodating! Very friendly. The room was clean and literally right in the beach. Even had a howler monkey wake me up one morning. Downtown is right outside the front door. The bathroom was a little tight though I would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jake

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and comfortable ocean view room. Two days in paradise!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajendran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is great. Rolando is exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is right on the beach and walking distance to a lot of shops. Room was perfect size and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful quaint resort! The owner is very active and engages the guest quite often! I made a recommendation in the morning and by the afternoon they had implemented my idea! Definitely coming back soon! Price is amazingly reasonable! Not many places have convenient parking!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Cary

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right on the beach and surrounded by shops, restaurants, and bars. The room was cute and quirky. The bathroom is extremely small and cramped… not appropriate for more than one person at a time… but that was the only real downside for us. The bed was large and comfortable and the air conditioner worked great! It was a great choice for us… we stayed 5 nights and filled our days with excursions and hanging at the beach and the many bar options close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julius

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
accessible and close to the beach..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aura, San Rafael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel with a very nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Noah

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rolando was an amazing host and very accommodating. The real hidden treasure at this hotel was the STAFF. They were polite, helpful, and a pleasure to visit with. I highly recommend this hotel for it's location and the price. Already planning my next trip back to Hotel La Palapa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dewayne

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect cozy hotel on the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
My room view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We celebrated my husband’s birthday at Playa Tamarindo early May. We were very please with everything related to Hotel La Palapa. It’s a treat to be able to stay at a beachfront hotel and walk to the beach. We were also pleased with Rolando the hotel manager. He was very friendly and gave us good recommendations. Ana, the cleaning lady was also wonderful. We hope to return someday soon. We live in CR, and our drive is almost 5 hours and this hotel makes it very much worthwhile. We had been in Tamarindo once in ten years and we had forgotten how beautiful and big it was.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025