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Hotel La Palapa

3.0 star property

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Supreme | Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Suite 1 | Beach/ocean view
Standard Room with Sea View | View from room
Standard Room with Sea View | Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Explore the area

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25 Meters Norte de la Rotonda, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪110 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite 2

Suite 2

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

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Suite 1

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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Supreme

Supreme

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

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Quadruple Room with Garden View

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 Single Beds

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Standard Room with Sea View

Standard Room with Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

About the area

Tamarindo

Hotel La Palapa puts you in the centre of Tamarindo, 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Tamarindo Beach and 14.9 km (9.3 mi) from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Tamarindo hotel, you'll be 16.9 km (10.5 mi) from Grande Beach and 17.6 km (10.9 mi) from Playa Brasilito.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa Langosta - 9 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 37 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 46 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hotel La Palapa

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Hotel La Palapa. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel La Palapa offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Tamarindo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 12 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping centre

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 lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 12 for adults and from USD 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 35

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, 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 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, credit card or debit 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. Heating is not provided. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Palapa Tamarindo
Hotel Palapa
Palapa Tamarindo
Hotel La Palapa Hotel
Hotel La Palapa Tamarindo
Hotel La Palapa Hotel Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel La Palapa?

Hotel La Palapa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel La Palapa?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel La Palapa on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$188, 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 Hotel La Palapa?

Yep, Hotel La Palapa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel La Palapa?

Yep, Hotel La Palapa is a short 1-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach.

What makes Hotel La Palapa a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel La Palapa.

Does Hotel La Palapa serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel La Palapa?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel La Palapa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel La Palapa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel La Palapa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel La Palapa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 452 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kara

We had no hot water. And the room was not very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really lovely three night stay. Both Rolando and Audrey were helpful and nice. The room really suited our family with the king size bed on the main floor and twin beds in the loft. We enjoyed breakfast in the restaurant that shares the site and the massages in the tent on site were fabulous and so well priced. We only wish we could have stayed longer.
Monkey in the tree in the garden
Beach out front of the hotel - restaurant seating to the left
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASHWANTHREDDY

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

6/10 Okay

Joel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved being right on the beach, and access to hammocks, and having a little private place to sit facing the sea. Simple and comfy room. I recommend walking to Derecho Sagrado for an outstanding cup of coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent for all
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

The room was better than the front desk. Poorly attended and rude, no ice machine available. It was ok but I'd be looking elsewhere another time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I really loved La Palapa. I loved the staff and the location but I can’t overlook the condition of my room. I do wish the rooms were better kept, especially the bathroom. Everyone was so nice and friendly I would probably stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE, Bonney Lake

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach with great outdoor space and view of the beach. Proprietor was very responsive to all our needs and all staff very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent hotel Fabulous location both on the beach and the town centre Definitely not brand new and will require a little uncomfortable but well worth it I terms of location and staff! Gracias!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with ocean views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel! The owner,Audrey, and the front desk man, Rolando, were so nice and accommodating! Very friendly. The room was clean and literally right in the beach. Even had a howler monkey wake me up one morning. Downtown is right outside the front door. The bathroom was a little tight though I would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jake

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this little hotel! It’s right on the beach with lovely surroundings as well as a bar and restaurant. The room we had was so authentic! The air conditioning worked well. The staff was very pleasant and helpful! I would love to stay again sometime!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and comfortable ocean view room. Two days in paradise!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajendran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is great. Rolando is exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oana

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