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Hotel La Palapa

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Tamarindo Beach

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Private kitchen
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Hotel La Palapa is just 2.5 mi (4 km) from the airport and offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Quadruple Room with Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Supreme

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room with Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Suite 1

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
25 Meters Norte de la Rotonda, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Casino Diria - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Grande Beach - 31 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 79 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 109 min drive
  • Airport pickup service
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Palapa

Hotel La Palapa is just 2.5 mi (4 km) from the airport and offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

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

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport pick-up (available 24 hours)*

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Shopping centre on-site
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 35 per person
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 35

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher 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, JCB International

Also known as

Hotel Palapa Tamarindo
Hotel Palapa
Palapa Tamarindo
Hotel La Palapa Hotel
Hotel La Palapa Tamarindo
Hotel La Palapa Hotel Tamarindo
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel La Palapa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel La Palapa 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel La Palapa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel La Palapa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel La Palapa?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 35 per person.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Hotel La Palapa?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel La Palapa and nearby?

Hotel La Palapa has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel La Palapa?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

Does Hotel La Palapa have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Hotel La Palapa like?

Hotel La Palapa is in the heart of Tamarindo, a short 1-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 6 minutes' walk from WAYRA Institute of Spanish. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Hotel La Palapa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Room
Location
Restaurant
Food
Bed
Bathroom
Bar
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What guests liked

  • The property offers an ideal beach location with direct access to the ocean and stunning sunsets. (46 reviews)
  • The attached bar/restaurant is great, with many dining options nearby, and the property staff are very helpful. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast at "Buon Appetito" was exceptional, made from scratch by an amazing Sicilian woman. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great property! Would stay again in a heartbeat.
bradford, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
chris j, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Boutique Hotel on the beach!

Great boutique hotel on the beach! Great people and a great value! Highly recommended!!
Patrick, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay for a fun time.
James, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Right on the beach
Garry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying on the beach, steps away from gorgeous surf and sunsets! Restaurant was really good.
Charlotte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, very friendly staff, great location. You're on the beach, but still tucked away and private, best of both worlds! The restaurant that is attached (but not technically part of hotel)is so ridiculously good!! All around hreat experience
Nicole, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our Vacation here at La Palapa. Would definitely stay here again!!
Elaine, 10-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked how convenient it was to be able to walk out the door and go shopping and dining.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful quiet accommodations and walkable to the whole town. Friendly service was a huge part of the experience.

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location on the beach. Clean, well appointed room. A perfect way to experience Tamarindo beach area.
Angee, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small, quaint and quiet beachfront. Loved it!
Mary, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a lovely vacation here. Right on the beach. Great location. Staff are all helpful and friendly. Could use a little updating but overall excellent experience.
Anita, 14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay

Right on the beach. Easy access to everywhere. Comfortable large bed and shower. Strong pressure hot water shower. Helpful staff. Sleep and hear the sound waves! Great costarica coffee and brewer provided in room. Welcome drink was a pleasant surprise!
Joy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this little hotel. Not anything we would change about our stay. Will definitely be staying here again.
Tammy, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The beach was pretty cool being so close to where you sleep.
Tore, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our second time staying at Lapalapa and we will still continue to come back. You cannot beat the location, wonderful attentive staff and overall experience. The suites are so private and the grounds area feels like your own private getaway in itself. You open your sliding glass doors and are welcomed by lush greenery and swaying palm trees above with the ocean waves crashing in front of you only steps away. Paradise. We will always recommend Lapalapa to everyone going to Tamarindo Costa Rica.
Tyson, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Hotel La Palapa from the minute we arrived to the time we left was amazing. The location was central to Tamarindo and walkable to restaurants, shops & stores for groceries. The staff was so accommodating and friendly and made you feel so welcome. The restaurant and drinks were wonderful. Oh and the sunsets were beautiful!
Stacy, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

If you are looking for a cost effective spot on the beach, this is it. It’s a simple but practical hotel. It’s right on the beach with its own private sitting area just a step (literally) from the public area. The main amenity of Tamarindo is the beach and this spot offers it to you. If you want mega resort amenities, this probably isn’t for you. If you’re like me and just need a clean room and hot shower on the beach, this is the spot. At low tide, the beach is rocky, so you have to walk about 200 feet south to swim, but the manager told us that when we arrived. The hotel offers breakfast on site or a voucher for a next door restaurant. Beach towels are available at the front desk and each day of the stay.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff at this cozy little gem. Did I mention location 🙂
Jared, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, proximity to the beach is amazing, location is perfect. I love this place, only thing is no pool but the ocean is right there and there is an outdoor shower.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An absolutely superb location in Tamarindo; directly on the beach, walkable to everywhere. Considering the location the room rates are outstanding, and free parking and WiFi are included. Rolando and the staff are fantastic; you feel like family! The older rooms are ready for updating (some rooms have been already); note that the bathrooms in #5, #6, and #7 are very tiny. We were planning our return the moment we checked out!
Michael, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location of this property was fantastic and the staff was super friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and right on the beach. Great place to stay.
Brett, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was just what we needed for a night's stay. Very helpful staff.
Beverly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location Convenient, the room is clean, staff cordial and very pleasant. Food at the restaurant is ok.
2-night trip