Casa Papito
3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free valet parking and beach bars
Photo gallery for Casa Papito
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Laundry
- Parking included
- Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$271
NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Explore the area
Calle Piña, Potrero Beach, Tempate, Guanacaste, 30703
- Playa PotreroPlace, Playa Potrero5 min walk
- Penca BeachPlace, Penca Beach4 min drive
- Flamingo BeachPlace, Flamingo Beach6 min drive
- Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)61 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Garden View
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Garden View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Washing machine
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Washing machine
- 50 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
About the area
Potrero
A family-friendly stay in Tempate awaits you at Casa Papito. Within steps you'll find Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this guest house include washing machines, free WiFi and balconies. .With 2 beach bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the guest house. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, karaoke, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Tempate guest house, you'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Flamingo Beach and 24.3 km (15.1 mi) from Tamarindo Beach.
What's nearby
- Playa Potrero - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Penca Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
- Playa Prieta - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- Flamingo Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
- Conchal Beach - 16 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
- Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
- Restaurante Pleamar - 4 min drive
- The Shack - 6 min walk
- The Beach House - 3 min drive
- Soda Marcell - 13 min walk
- Surf Box
About this property
Casa Papito
Family-friendly guesthouse with free valet parking and beach bars
Casa Papito offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 beach bars. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Casa Papito. Free self parking and valet parking are available.
This 3-star Tempate guest house is smoke free.
- 2 guestrooms or units
- 2 bars on the beach
- Karaoke
- Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
- Childcare (surcharge)
- Towels for the beach
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Staff members are multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Corner/local shop
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Beauty salon
- Computer for guest use
- ATM
- On-site shopping
- No smoking on site
- Water dispenser
Casa Papito offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.
Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Tempate guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Similar properties
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
Bahia del Sol Beach Front Boutique Hotel
Tempate
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Pet-friendly
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 993 reviews
4.4
Excellent
993 reviews
The price is NZ$351
NZ$351
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Z102 studios
Z102 studios
Potrero
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, 6 reviews
5
Exceptional
6 reviews
The price is NZ$381
NZ$381
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Curiol Boutique Hotel & Lounge
Curiol Boutique Hotel & Lounge
Tempate
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 14 reviews
4.4
Excellent
14 reviews
The price is NZ$250
NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sueño al Mar Residence & Hotel
Sueño al Mar Residence & Hotel
Tempate
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 59 reviews
4.2
Very good
59 reviews
The price is NZ$168
NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Cabo Velas
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- All-inclusive
- Spa
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,002 reviews
4.3
Excellent
1,002 reviews
The price is NZ$294
NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo
Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo
Cabo Velas
- Pool
- Kids pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 85 reviews
4.6
Wonderful
85 reviews
The price is NZ$166
NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Wyndham Tamarindo
Wyndham Tamarindo
Tamarindo
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Pet-friendly
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 1,004 reviews
4.2
Very good
1,004 reviews
Parti Gras Hotel & Villas en Potrero
Parti Gras Hotel & Villas en Potrero
Tempate
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 2 reviews
4.5
Wonderful
2 reviews
The price is NZ$246
NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Pura Vista
Hotel Pura Vista
Sardinal
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 97 reviews
4.7
Exceptional
97 reviews
The price is NZ$453
NZ$453
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Dunama Hotel
Dunama Hotel
Cabo Velas
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Pet-friendly
- Kids pool
3.7 out of 5, Good, 636 reviews
3.7
Good
636 reviews
The price is NZ$227
NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free offsite parking within 1 metre
- Street parking available
- Area shuttle up to 10 metres
- Free secured, covered self parking on site
- Free secured, covered valet parking on site
Food and drink
- 2 beach bars
Things to do
- 24-hour pool access
- Beach yoga
- Bicycle rentals
- Bicycle storage
- Boat tours
- Children's pool
- Concerts/live shows
- Evening entertainment
- Fishing
- Games
- Karaoke
- Kayaking
- Outdoor pool
- Pilates classes
- Sailing
- Scuba diving
- Shopping
- Water sports equipment
Family friendly
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- Children's pool
- Grocery/convenience store
- Laundry facilities
- Lifeguards on site
- Outdoor pool
- Soundproofed rooms
- Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
- ATM
- Grocery/convenience store
- Guidebooks
- Hair salon
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Safe at front desk
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Housekeeping (once per stay)
- Multilingual staff
- Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
- Computer station
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Beach towels
- Garden
- Pool loungers
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
More
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- At least 80% organic food
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Lifeguards
- Living plant wall
- Mosquito nets
- Smoke-free property
- Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
- 2 private bathrooms
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 42-inch smart TV with cable channels
- Netflix
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
- Meal delivery service
- Minibar
- Restaurant dining guides
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Desk
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- LED lighting
- Recycling
- Safe
- Soundproofed rooms
- Washing machine
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
- Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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 at least 72 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)
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Food and water bowls are available Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPay
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 cash deposit 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.
A cash deposit 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 cash, mobile payments and PayPay. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.
We should mention
- Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
- Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Property is also known as
Casa Papito Santa Elena
Casa Papito Santa Elena
Casa Papito Private vacation home Santa Elena
Casa Papito Private vacation home
Casa Papito Tempate
Casa Papito Guesthouse
Casa Papito Guesthouse Tempate
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Casa Papito?
Casa Papito offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Casa Papito?
As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Papito on 17 Nov 2025 start from NZ$270.54, 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 Casa Papito?
Yep, Casa Papito has a free self car park and free valet parking.
Are there any beaches close to Casa Papito?
Yep, Casa Papito is a short 5-minute walk from Playa Potrero. Fun beach activities include yoga, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.
Does Casa Papito have a pool?
Casa Papito has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 24 hours.
Is Casa Papito family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, supervised childcare and a corner/local shop, it's no surprise that Casa Papito is a hit with families.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casa Papito?
No, Casa Papito does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Casa Papito?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Casa Papito?
Furry friends are welcome at Casa Papito, with food and water bowls on offer.