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RipJack Inn

3.5 star property

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Living area
Lobby sitting area
Bungalow
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Beach nearby, beach towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June

Explore the area

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100m al sur de Minae, Cabo Velas, Playa Grande
  • Place, Las Baulas National Marine Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Bungalow

Bungalow

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite

Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Room, 1 King Bed

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Villa | Living area

Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Playa Grande

A family-friendly stay in Cabo Velas awaits you at RipJack Inn. Within steps you'll find Las Baulas National Marine Park and Grande Beach within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body scrubs, facials and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Upstairs at the RipJack, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool along with access to bike hire and volleyball. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cabo Velas hotel include Conchal Beach and Flamingo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grande Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 46 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 48 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Playa Langosta - 56 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬26 min drive

About this property

RipJack Inn

RipJack Inn offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly RipJack Inn. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Cabo Velas hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
RipJack Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Upstairs at the RipJack

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

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

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

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 - 10:00 PM

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

RipJack

RipJack Inn

RipJack Inn Playa Grande

RipJack Playa Grande

Hotel Ripjack Playa Grande

RipJack Inn Hotel

RipJack Inn Cabo Velas

RipJack Inn Hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at RipJack Inn?

RipJack Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at RipJack Inn?

As of 1 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at RipJack Inn on 2 Jun 2026 start from NZ$248, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at RipJack Inn?

Yep, RipJack Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to RipJack Inn?

Yep, RipJack Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Grande Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at RipJack Inn?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as Thai massages.

Does RipJack Inn have a pool?

RipJack Inn has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What makes RipJack Inn a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and ocean-view dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at RipJack Inn.

Is RipJack Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that RipJack Inn is a hit with families.

Does RipJack Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at RipJack Inn?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at RipJack Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at RipJack Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

RipJack Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 440 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and comfortable room. Very peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Took us in when we were lost in Cost Rica. Great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic, the restaurant (and its staff) is great...if a bit pricy, and the villa we stayed in was perfect for our family of four. The only bummer is the daily construction going on in the surrounding lots. It's constant hammering and power saws from 7am - 4pm. We were up early to surf most days, but it got really bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Front desk staff was confusing in their communications and not very interested in making things right. Our room was quite nice but the air conditioning broke and when we reported it at 3pm no effort was made to fix it. Whenreturned from and excursion and to was
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Myah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, close to the beach, the menu at their restaurant was really great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location and vibe was perfect for us! The room was simple, neat, clean and they honored our request for a room with the couch. The bathrooms could use an update or refresh. They are dated. The restaurant was delicious and a nice surprise in this sleepy town. Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Took advantage of yoga which was great. The pools are very small but lots of lounges, hammocks, ping pong and a great lending library! Will definitely return to this sleepy but fabulous town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

mark, clayton

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anurag, Sharon

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and cool room, a little oasis with some shade and sun at the pool. Every meal at the restaurant was delicious… lots of options if you want to eat healthy and embrace Pura Vida vibe or indulge in a great burger. Cocktails were excellent! Also just steps away from the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Older property, but well maintained. Smaller hotel, two nice pool areas, helpful staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the rip Jack in. We were a family of two adults, two children ages, 10 and 12 and one senior. The location could not have been better. It was right beside the beach. There were lots of restaurants nearby, and the hotel restaurant was excellent. Only downsides were that breakfast was not included, there were a few towels provided, and there was no body lotion. There were several ants in the bathroom, but that is probably unavoidable given the location. The staff was very, very helpful and accommodating. The pools were small, but perfect. Our children loved seeing the iguanas and lizards on the property and really enjoyed the ping-pong table.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahaska

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fabulous as always
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Loved our stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Rip Jacks before and are thrilled to have return. The staff are wonderful, the rooms are nice, clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the beach. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is lovely!! Super!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic restaurant on the premises. Wonderful staff. Dependable WIFI.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location nice clean place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawny

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Rip Jack Inn and wish we could have stayed longer than one night. We stayed in a bungalow with our family of 5 and it was very comfortable and had a private tropical feel. The food at the resort was delicious but expensive. My kids had a great time surfing in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aristotle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stones throw away from the best beach for bodysurfing. Great food at the restaurant as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at 11 in the morni
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025