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Pipe House Playa Grande

2.5 star property
Beachfront capsule hotel for sun and fun

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Exterior
Property amenity
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pipe House Playa Grande offers a quiet escape near Tamarindo Beach. Start mornings with local breakfast specialties, then explore nearby trails. Unwind in the serene garden, and enjoy free in-room WiFi to stay connected.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#9)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#9)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#8)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#4)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#4)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#7)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#3)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#3)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#1)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#1)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#6)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#2)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#2)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#5)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Beachside (#5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Mixer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 9 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Casino Diria - 22 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 37 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬33 min drive

About this property

Pipe House Playa Grande

Capsule hotel near Tamarindo Beach
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Pipe House Playa Grande. With a beachfront location, fishing, and surfing, this capsule hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking and ecotours. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Surf lessons
Room features
All guestrooms at Pipe House Playa Grande include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Pipe House Playa Grande Hostel
Pipe House Hostel
Pipe House Grande Capsule
Pipe House Playa Grande Cabo Velas
Pipe House Playa Grande Capsule hotel
Pipe House Playa Grande Capsule hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

Is Pipe House Playa Grande pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Pipe House Playa Grande?

This capsule hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Pipe House Playa Grande?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Pipe House Playa Grande?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Pipe House Playa Grande provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Pipe House Playa Grande located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas capsule hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Grande Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. Conchal Beach and Ventanas Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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