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Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

4.0 star property
Beach bliss awaits at Las Catalinas where travelers can dive into ocean adventures by day and savor coastal dining experiences as the sun sets

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers - Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas (Tempate)
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Santarena Hotel on Playa Prieta's shoreline offers adventure and relaxation. Enjoy beachfront meals, scuba, snorkeling, or a spa massage. Two restaurants serve local and international dishes. Free WiFi and coworking areas keep you connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Danta Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Danta Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Plaza Balcony Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Plaza Balcony Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Premium | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Ocean View Premium

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Tempate, Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Playa Potrero and Playa Hermosa can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Monkey Park and Las Baulas National Marine Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and ecotours nearby. Visit our Las Catalinas travel guide
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Las Catalinas Road., Tempate, Guanacaste, 50304

What's nearby

  • Potrero Beach near Flamingo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
    Playa Potrero
    21 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Flamingo Beach
    Flamingo Beach
    29 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Conchal Beach
    Conchal Beach
    43 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Danta Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dantita Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
    68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar & Restaurante Arenas
    11 min drive
  • Restaurante Pleamar
    14 min drive
  • Soda Marcell
    8 min drive
  • Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant
    18 min drive
  • OCEANA
    16 min drive

About this property

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Luxury upscale hotel near Playa Potrero
Located close to Diamante Eco Adventure Park, Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas provides a grocery/convenience store, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and scuba diving. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or aromatherapy. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and local and international cuisine. The gym offers fitness classes and yoga classes; other things to do include kayaking, boat tours, and hiking/biking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free valet parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • An electric car charging station, 2 outdoor pickleball courts, and tennis lessons on site
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas offer perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 45-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Mini fridges, childcare services, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Celeste Restaurant
  • Cuatro Calle La Ronda
  • Pascual
  • Ponciana Restaurant
  • Pots & Bowls

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Canoeing
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 30 for adults, and USD 15 to 22 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas located?

This Tempate hotel is on the beach, 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Playa Potrero, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Playa Hermosa.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 495 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 495 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 495 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 495 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 495 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great get-away! Place was clean, the statf were so pleasent! The amenities were great! The food was very very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable rooms and nice restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was yummy both days that we were there, and the service at the restaurants was top-notch! However, we were disappointed not to have a swimming pool available to use as guests at Santarena Hotel. The rooftop infinity pool was way too small for the number of rooms available.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, big and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much, enjoyed our stay at Santarena, the help we’re very friendly and with great service. They gave us a ride to the Pickleball courts and gave us a ride back and never charged us. The courtyard effect of the area around the hotel with all the restaurants is very quaint. Is it very nice quiet place, we had an immensely great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur Fuller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Santarena is a fabulous hotel where they make you feel at home; whether in the lobby, roof top, or in their spacious and well appointed rooms - some with spectacular ocean views.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The area, the rooms, cleanliness but especially the staff!!! Love Las Catalinas and Santarena!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Wonderful room with a comfortable king-size bed. Food was also very good, better than the restaurants nearby in Las Catalinas. But what made the stay exceptional was the staff. All staff were friendly, warm, helpful, and incredibly attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Relaxing stay even with a major Xtrerra event going on.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Wonderful rooftop views. Short walk to the beach. Unfortunately someone from staff rifled through my luggage while in the hotel room and stole $100USD (not passports thankfully). Cash was not in the room safe so partly my fault. But something travellers should be aware of as it otherwise seems like a classy hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mohd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous hotel with great friendly staff, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great, staff was super friendly and the location is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and location in Las Catalina’s, surf shop, beach and restaurants out your doorstep. Rooftop pool and nearby beach club also amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abeer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful place to stay and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place sits in such a unique natural environment. The surroundings incl access to the sea, beaches and walking trails makes it a perfect spot.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the mix of resort feel and nature, loved the beach, pool, the staff and the dining scene!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location with beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property with about six restaurants in it. We very much enjoyed our stay at Santarena. A few drawbacks were that since the hotel is kind of secluded, we did not have many options for shopping, and the restaurants were quite over priced.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lizeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful very well maintained, very clean and updated. The food is delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, beautiful location, great staff, great on-prem restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lori Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at the hotel. Everything was very convenient and it was an exceptional location in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very beautiful property, the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

PATRICIA J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice. I will say that I didn't have any furniture on my balcony, which was kind of a bummer. I've seen other complaints about staff being rude, not the case with me. The staff at the restaurants, bars, and rooftop were very nice and very friendly. I have seen other reviews about the front desk staff being rude. Personally? I didn't experience that but didn't have very many interactions with them other than hello. So, no problems there. I would recommend this hotel for individuals that just want to chill. If you are used to all-inclusives with a ton of entertainment options on-site, this is not the place for you. Also, keep in mind that there barring Copper and Stone (which is very nice and convenient) but there is nowhere to purchase outside goods ie) snacks, bottled water, beer, etc. If you want something for the room, pick it up on your way to the hotel, if you do not have a car. Otherwise, it can get a tad bit pricey. All in All, it was what I was expecting because I did a lot of research in advance.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mazen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i liked the unique colonial setting/village style of the area by the ocean and the people at the hotel - very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Beautiful stay in Paradise

Wonderful stay as usual. Lovely staff and the restaurant was fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023