Hotel Cantarana

Property class: 3.5
Beach hotel with spa, near Tamarindo Beach

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At Hotel Cantarana, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or practice yoga, plus you'll have access to onsite surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. Offering garden views, Bistro Cantarana serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping on weekdays
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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View all photos for Villa One Bedroom, 1 King Bed

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Villa One Bedroom, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

A four-poster bed with a green and white bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a ceiling fan. There is a television on a stand to the left, a chair with a floral cushion, and a small table with a lamp to the right.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a sliding glass door to the balcony, and a TV on a small table.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Conchal Beach - 36 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Casino Diria - 48 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 52 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Playa Potrero - 53 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 38 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 94 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 139 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪El Pelícano - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Hotel Cantarana

  • At Hotel Cantarana, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or practice yoga, plus you'll have access to onsite surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. Offering garden views, Bistro Cantarana serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on weekdays
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Dining

Bistro Cantarana - This poolside bistro specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 180 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to October 31:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night

Policies

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

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 does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Hotel Cantarana Playa Grande

Hotel Cantarana

Cantarana Playa Grande

Cantarana

Cantarana Hotel Playa Grande

Hotel Cantarana Hotel

Hotel Cantarana Cabo Velas

Hotel Cantarana Hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Cantarana offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Cantarana does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Cantarana?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Cantarana?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Cantarana?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Cantarana?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 180 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Cantarana?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 40 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Cantarana?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (4.3 mi) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Cantarana and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like surfing and beach yoga. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel Cantarana also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Cantarana?

Yes, Bistro Cantarana offers international cuisine, garden views, and poolside dining.

What's the area around Hotel Cantarana like?

Hotel Cantarana is in Palm Beach Estates, a short 4-minute walk from Grande Beach.

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