Hotel Cantarana

Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Tamarindo Beach

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October 2025

November 2025

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels, beach yoga

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views

Tucked away in Palm Beach Estates, Hotel Cantarana offers a sun-kissed retreat near Tamarindo Beach. Enjoy beach yoga and surfing, unwind at the outdoor pool or rejuvenate with a sports massage at the spa. Savor international cuisine at Bistro Cantarana and connect with free in-room WiFi.

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Room options

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Tonight

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Tomorrow

Oct 20 - Oct 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Villa One Bedroom, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Fridge

Dining table

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

20 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Fridge

Dining table

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

50 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Fridge

Dining table

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

Located near the beach, Hotel Cantarana is in Palm Beach Estates, a neighbourhood in Cabo Velas. While the natural beauty of Conchal Beach and Tamarindo Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and hiking/biking trails.

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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

Grande Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Las Baulas National Marine Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
Tamarindo Beach - 36 min drive - 19.2 km
Playa Langosta - 43 min drive - 22.3 km
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 50 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
‪Pico Bistro - ‬31 min drive
‪Nari - ‬31 min drive
‪Rural - ‬27 min drive
‪Agua Salada - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Hotel Cantarana

Hotel near Tamarindo Beach

You can look forward to a corner/local shop, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Hotel Cantarana. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with beach yoga and surfing. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body scrub and a body treatment at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine bistro, Bistro Cantarana, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Other perks at this hotel include:

An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
Multilingual staff, concierge services and beach towels
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at Hotel Cantarana have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and ceiling fans

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Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
Parking included

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Bistro Cantarana

Things to do

Beach yoga
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

Grocery/convenience store
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (weekdays only)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

Computer station

Outdoors

Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Sports massages
Swedish massages

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
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible lounge

2 buildings
2 floors
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Limited room service
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 40

Express check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 1 2025 to October 31 2025 (dates subject to change):

Bar/Lounge(s)
Dining venue(s)

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 September to 31 October:

Bar/Lounge
Dining venue

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (return)
Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)

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

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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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Cantarana pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Cantarana?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Cantarana?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Cantarana?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 40 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Cantarana provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 180 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Cantarana located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this beach hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Grande Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Las Baulas National Marine Park and Ventanas Beach. Conchal Beach and Playa Zapotillal are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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