★★★★
Hotel
Playa Flamingo
8.7/10

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Beachfront Location: Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo offers direct beachfront access and stunning ocean views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the rooftop swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, balconies, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a fitness centre, spa facilities, and a yoga studio. Family rooms and interconnected rooms cater to all travellers. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes local specialities, fresh pastries, and a variety of beverages. Convenient Services: The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and free on-site private parking. Additional services include a minimarket, fitness room, and electric vehicle charging station. Nearby Attractions: Danta Beach is just a few steps away, and Tamarindo Airport is 25 km from the property. Guests can enjoy activities such as yoga, hiking, and cycling.

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)
Breakfast info: Vegan, American
Free private parking available at the hotel

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Kids

Children of any age are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

Camino Las Catalinas 2 Calle La Ronda, 50304 Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica, Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

Facilities

Outdoor swimming pool Free WiFi Beachfront Free parking Family rooms Airport shuttle Non-smoking rooms Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Bar Breakfast

Gallery

a bedroom with a bed and a table and a chair at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

a bedroom with a bed and a desk with a television at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

a lobby with chairs and a bar at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

a balcony with chairs and a view of the ocean at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

a swimming pool with the ocean in the background at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

a wicker chair sitting next to a view of the ocean at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

an aerial view of a beach with a boat in the water at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

a man riding a bike down a dirt road next to a beach at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

a view of a town at night with the ocean at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Playa Flamingo

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Reviews

Roberto 8/10

Costa Rica 🇨🇷

Great stay, but felt that the change of rates is unacceptable

Pros: I booked with Booking.com at a rate of $285 per night. The night before I traveled I got a call from the hotel indicating that I needed to pay to hold the reservation and that the rate was $80 more per night. This is not right and should be unacceptable to you at Booking.com

Cons: The change or rates the night before we were set to travel

Jessica 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Perfection. Would recommend a thousand times over

Pros: One of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. Gorgeously decorated, perfect location on the beachfront, breakfast was delightful. My daughter and I had the best 3 nights and can’t wait to come back.

Ele 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Beautiful hotel

Pros: Beautiful hotel, extremely comfortable bedrooms in a lovely setting and incredible sunsets. All the staff were so lovely, very special stay!

Cons: Would have been great to have an upstairs bar on the terrace, however staff are on hand and happy to supply drinks if you need them!

Hector 9/10

Costa Rica 🇨🇷

Perfect location, great amenities, amazing staff!

Pros: Perfect location in Las Catalinas. Meters from the ocean, restaurants, and the town. The staff was super friendly and always available.

Cons: Better service at the pool during sunset.

Emanuella 9/10

Israel 🇮🇱

I will be happy to come back

Pros: Great location , great service and good atmosphere

Cons: The gym or other sports facilities are not part of the hotel

Yesenia 9/10

Costa Rica 🇨🇷

Perfect luxry spot

Pros: The perfect spot! The hotel is better than descrition and photos is closer to Dantitas (best beach in the area) and in front of Danta, for another hand is closer to Pietra, Penca, Potrero and Flamingo. In the area I have enough restaurants even Gluten Free options. Congrats Arturo best concierge ever

Cons: In the description never mention nothing about extra charges to use the Gym, and is very expensive for the price.

Gerardo 8/10

Monaco 🇲🇨

Great spot

Pros: Location and bar area. Jose Arturo was the best!!! Amazing member of the staff. Best part of the hotel.

Cons: Staff at the restaurant was very slow and unefficient at all times.

Veronica 9/10

United States 🇺🇸

Peaceful and worry free

Pros: The energy of the town. It was beautiful and pleasant. Pool was great . Staff was terrific

Cons: I loved everything, there could have been more live entertainment for tourist , like jazz, salsa, karaoke or even comedy

Semjon 9/10

Germany 🇩🇪

Pros: A really beautiful hotel in the village of las Catalinas. We celebrated Christmas and New Year in this place and both the hotel and the village itself were really something special. We enjoyed the beautiful hotel, the terrace of our room and the beautiful decoration and spacious room. It was perfect for a family trip. The staff was very friendly and professional and was helping out whenever we needed something. Dinner on the terrace of the hotel was wonderful.

Cons: The breakfast was ok but not what you would expect from such a hotel. Especially as the dinner arrangement was always wonderful. For breakfast the buffet was very American style and the atmosphere was not really for staying longer than necessary.

Bernard 9/10

United States 🇺🇸

Relaxing!

Pros: Beautiful property and on the a quiet beach. The staff were absolutely fantastic and helpful. The area Catalinas is a tad remote since they are slowly building a small village which am sure will be beautiful as far as we can see. The food at the hotel was not great and the prices are insane. Catalinas is very expensive for being in Costa Rica n out of our whole trip the food was the worst on this part of Costa Rica. I would suggest going to eat at Potrero beach down the road better food n reasonable prices.

Cons: N/A