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Hotel La Palapa

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Located close to Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach, Hotel La Palapa provides a terrace, a shopping mall on site, and a garden. With amenities like a beachfront location and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A compact living space with a staircase, a sofa with pillows, a small table with a lamp, and a window.

Suite 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and three framed botanical prints on the wall.

Suite 1

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bed with white and patterned bedding, a wooden headboard, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Supreme

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a small desk, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

Quadruple Room with Garden View

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

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A staircase leading to a bunk bed room with a television in the background.

Standard Room with Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bed with a patterned bedspread, two pillows, a bedside lamp, and a wooden headboard.

Buddha Deluxe Double

  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

La Lapa Deluxe

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Hotel La Palapa is in an area with great shopping. Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Reserva Conchal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Monkey Park. Visit our Tamarindo travel guide
Map
25 Meters Norte de la Rotonda, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.
    Tamarindo Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a winding river, and a residential area with buildings on a hillside.
    Playa Langosta
    10 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • A beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and a sandy shore.
    Conchal Beach
    43 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    40 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sharky's Sports Bar
    3 min walk
  • Walter's
    1 min walk
  • Sol Bakery
    2 min walk
  • Tabú
    2 min walk
  • Tamaonda
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 35

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel La Palapa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel La Palapa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel La Palapa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel La Palapa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. A fee of USD 35 per person applies.

Where is Hotel La Palapa located?

Located in Tamarindo, this beachfront hotel is in the city center, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tamarindo Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Grande Beach. Playa Brasilito and Reserva Conchal Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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

Hotel La Palapa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 498 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 498 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 498 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 498 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 498 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, secure parking, great location and Rolando was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful affordable, right on the beach. It was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute property right on the beach. GREAT location! Easy walk to beautiful sunsets, Waffle Monkey, restaurants, shopping, clubs, tours/activities, etc. Massages right there on the beach were amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brian and Gio were the best. Rolando was so helpful with any activity we had. Stunning location, great staff, and I will be coming back. One million stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing and location is amazing!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location but the room has a humidity smell and they should renew it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique hotel with instant access to private and public beach. However, the mirror in our room seemed to have mold on it, so that was not pleasant at all. Otherwise it's not a bad place to sleep after a day of activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, best place to be, monkeys in the tree, 100% recommend, best place for young travellers and all ages staff are amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible property steps from the beach. They were super helpful and kind. We had our 18 month old with us and everyone was wonderful and sweet to him. The view is amazing. Great beach chairs right outside the room that are included in the price. The location on the main road in town is excellent too. Couldn't be any better!!!! We will be coming back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time. The beach view was beautiful. The hotel lounge area by the beach was perfect. We would love to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rolando was a great host. The location right on the beach is perfect and the rooms cute and spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great private area on the beach, and a perfect location. The staff was outstanding. We are hoping to go back soon.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Hotel La Palapa was amazing. The location is absolutely unbeatable—right on the beach with stunning views and everything in Tamarindo just steps away. The hotel itself is beautiful, relaxing, and perfectly set up for a laid-back beach stay. A special thank you to Rolando, who was incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout our visit—he truly made us feel welcome. We would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing. Parking it tight but it’s included so that was a plus. The location and accessibility to the beach can’t be beat. Will definitely stay there again.
View from the room
The room
View from the room
The room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome room plus tremendous location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were super clean. The staff was so sweet and friendly. The hotel has private beach access with beach chairs, hammocks and restaurant. One of the best places to stay in Tamarindo.
Private space with Beach chairs
Room
Sunset in Tamrindo
View from the patio of the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent management and employees. Rolondo was the best. Location is perfect and good prices. The extra taxes can make food/drink more expensive, but that is out of their control. We will be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was clean and right on the beach! We loved listening to the music on our private patio. We felt safe and the staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rolando and the other staff were wonderful. The setting, especially the palm-tree-shaded sitting area, made us want to stay twice as long. Location is close to everything you need. We also really enjoyed our included breakfasts at Buon Appetito!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect cozy hotel on the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and Rolando makes you feel like royalty. Location is great, beach in the back and the strip in the front. You won’t regret staying here
Sunset
Breakfast at restaurant #1
My friend iggy
Monkeys outside our room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price... Beach front property. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Charged an extra 80 USD for the booking. Beach view was great! Room was nice and cold.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026