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ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only, hotel in Playa Grande

Located in Playa Grande, a 1-minute walk from Grande Beach, ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

ONDA is the best hostel I’ve been to around the world! In terms of location, food, amenities, cleanliness, privacy, and fun atmosphere. It’s so close to the beach (5 min walk) and passes by two other places with food and board rentals on the way (ONDA also has these). There is a huge window for natural sunlight (at least in the all-female 4-bed) with not one but TWO different full-window shades - one to fully block out the light to sleep in and one translucent to let in light without letting people outside see in. You also get TWO comfy pillows and the beds are super comfy! The AC and fan work perfectly with no glitches and are adjustable. The pool is lovely for a relaxing chill time. Cold/hot drinking water dispenser is centrally located and there is a lovely eating area private to the hostel on top of the outdoor eating area by the kitchen and bar in the biergarten! Plenty of vegan options and delicious meaty food as well as Costa Rican and U.S. classics. Also a pool table. Music playing outdoors and it’s lively but chill and ends early enough for sleep (10pm-ish) and doesn’t even really reach the rooms. They also give you THREE towels and a little individual rug which is especially great when you get back from the beach or pool. And the staff was AMAZING - so friendly and helpful and available and just cool, interesting people! Also the room key is a braided bracelet - hard to lose! And just super clean everywhere. All in all, a wonderful experience and would absolutely stay here again.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
184 reviews
Price from£58.43per night
The Grateful Hotel, hotel in Playa Grande

Located in Playa Grande, a 2-minute walk from Grande Beach, The Grateful Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Always a great Vibe 🤩 Phil does a great job promoting a positive experience which is facilitated by his phenomenal staff Johnny ,Ernesto ,Jordan ,madelina and the rest 👍
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
79 reviews
Price from£63per night
Glamping Hotel Flor y Bambu, hotel in Playa Grande

Glamping Hotel Flor y Bambu features free bikes, shared lounge, a garden and water sports facilities in Playa Grande.

Everything was more than lovely. Best place to stay on the Guanacaste coast. So beautiful and refreshing. Very private huts with outdoor showers, clean stylish space, stunning landscape and monkeys in the trees. Sophie is very kind and has created a beautiful experience for her guests. 10/10.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
316 reviews
Price from£51.03per night
Hotel Rip Jack Inn, hotel in Playa Grande

Located in front of Playa Grande Beach and 1.2 mi from Playa Ventanas Beach, the Hotel Rip Jack Inn features a sun terrace with swimming pool, a yoga terrace and free Wi-Fi throughout.

Close to the beach and staff were very helpful
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
377 reviews
Price from£80.05per night
Hotel El Manglar, hotel in Playa Grande

Located inside Las Baulas National Marine Park, this bright hotel offers guests free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool. It is just a 2-minute walk from Playa Grande beach.

Away from everything
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
950 reviews
Price from£58.58per night
Hotel Cantarana, hotel in Playa Grande

Hotel Cantarana is 164 feet from Playa Grande Beach and 20 minutes’ drive from Tamarindo Local Airport. It features a swimming pool, sun terrace and free Wi-Fi.

The staff was truly the highlight of the trip. Gerson was absolutely incredible — sweet, endlessly helpful, and an amazing support. Both Andrea and Yorya, who we saw less of were also very helpful. Playa Grande beach is amazing, and the perfect place to learn to surf, if you're interested. Ask for Chico. He was a great teacher, as was the Pacific Ocean. Our stay was overall very good. The beach is also fairly private and relaxed. Not a ton of people, a few surfers, a few families. We felt absolutely fine leaving our stuff on the beach and walking the 400m into the water when the tide was out. And if you can take in the sunset or the stars on Playa Grande and not feel something, then you're not alive. The food at the restaurant was solid, the nearby Mar Azul became our go-to for a meal away, and if you're looking for an interesting social experiment the Hotel Grateful is a short walk away. There's also a very helpful little minimart/bodega just up the road.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
312 reviews
Price from£69.34per night
El Reinas by Sugar's Monkey, hotel in Playa Grande

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, El Reinas by Sugar's Monkey is located in Playa Grande. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning.

Being near the beach at Playa Grande is a treat. Once all the building construction is finished around the property it will be fantastic. The breakfasts were very tasty. The workers were very friendly. Any request was granted by the staff.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
362 reviews
Price from£37.80per night
Playa Grande Surf Camp, hotel in Playa Grande

Located just steps from Playa Grande beach, Playa Grande Surf Camp offers an outdoor pool, BBQ area, full shared kitchen and lounging hammocks. Free WiFi access is available throughout.

Breakfast and dinner were good.Lena and other guests were friendly.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
287 reviews
Price from£39.37per night
Pipe House Playa Grande, hotel in Playa Grande

Offering a private beach area and a garden, Pipe House Playa Grande is located in Playa Grande beach and 0.7 mi from Marino Las Baulas National Park. Free WiFi is available throughout.

one of the most favorite places we stayed, good place for meeting others, breakfast was made every morning for us by some lovely local ladies. Surf board rentals, beautiful location, would stay here again for sure.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
126 reviews
Price from£57.68per night
La Buena Vida Cabinas, hotel in Playa Grande

La Buena Vida Cabinas features a fitness room and air-conditioned accommodations in Playa Grande, a 10-minute walk from Playa Ventanas.

The room was clean, comfortable and well thought out.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
85 reviews
Price from£45.48per night
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What Guests Said About Playa Grande:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Playa grande was such a relaxing place.

    Playa grande was such a relaxing place. The beach sunsets were amazing! Took an estuary tour with Luis right off the beach - private tour for 2 was only $70 and we saw crocodiles, monkeys and amazing birds. Tamarindo is a fun day trip (taking the water taxi, or asking to be dropped off there after the boat tour). There is a cool food truck court at the end and behind the beach that has an iguana walking about. Tamarindo was nice if you like lots of people and lots of bar and food choices but playa grande was so much more chill of a spot. Loved it and will be back! Cantarana cafe had the best coffee and almond croissants and dinner upstairs was really good. Servers for breakfast and dinner were fabulous! The Tortuga was a great spot - with the most delicious fish bites I’ve ever had! Cafe Mar Azul was so much fun- Sunday night entertainment needs a reservation. Such a good price for amazing fish dinners.
    Jennifer McKay
    Canada
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Playa Grande is perfect for running or walking on the beach,...

    Playa Grande is perfect for running or walking on the beach, however not for swimming, snorkeling or floating. On the other side of Playa Grande (crossing the river) there is Tamarindo, a crazy town full of tourists with its own long beach. If you are looking for a laid back place, Tamarindo is NOT where you want to be. Lots of traffic and tons of people walking in the streets and hanging around. Can't imagine what is like in high season. Stores have beautiful clothes but they are pretty expensive. Definitely a surfing town, everyone walks with a board under their arm...lol.
    Saadia
    Puerto Rico
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Location, beautiful beach , facilities and great bed !

    Location, beautiful beach , facilities and great bed ! Lovely responsive employees! Restaurant next door offered excellent food . Not sure why everything had to be paid in cash eg car rides, trips etc . That was inconvenient. One has to have cash on hand as most business was done that way. However we were told only in “ low” season. The location was small and intimate and easy to access by foot. A car wasn’t always needed.
    C
    Cecilia
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Beautiful beach line. Great for surfing and boogie boarding.

    Beautiful beach line. Great for surfing and boogie boarding. Trees at the beach provide plenty of shade. Long and picturesque shore line is excellent to walk in the morning or at dawn hours. Amazing sunsets.
    Henry
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Nice quiet area.

    Nice quiet area. A limited but good selection of eating places nearby. the beach is great for walking, swimming or riding a bike. It does not have shade trees on the beach. Lots of different birds. Go to Hotel El Manglar to book mangrove estuary boat tour. it is very good. Playa Grande is much quieter than Tamarindo but it is about 40 minute drive if you want to go to Tamarindo.
    Vern
    Canada
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    I liked the area, which is a very long beach near the...

    I liked the area, which is a very long beach near the national park. Note that access can be limited, as it is a very bumpy and unpaved road from the national park entrance to the villas at the end of the peninsula towards Tamarindo. Beach was fine enough to walk in - lots of shells and surfers. Water wasn't cold, but wasn't totally warm either, comfortable temperature to walk. If you walk down to the end of the peninsula, water taxis that are only $2 will take you over to Tamarindo, so in the end it's nice to be a bit secluded away from the action, yet still have access to shopping and entertainment if you need it. Just wave to the guys at the other end!
    Florence
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Playa Grande

  • From £71.19 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 316 reviews
    It was the first time experiencing a place like this, and it was a very nice experience! The location is very close to restaurants and Playa Grande, although it is true, the entrance is sandy so it is recommended to be careful. But the place was very quiet, the gampling comfortable and with what we needed. The breakfast is totally worth it. There was a cat, and we are a fan of them, so it was very nice to see. And it should be noted that we forgot a hat and Antoine reminded us, he was very kind.
    Thamara
    Costa Rica
  • From £42.71 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 362 reviews
    Everything was exceptional, staff, scenery, pool, restaurant, rooms (pillows a bit stiff). It's definitely the best spot in the area. Unfortunately, when we were there, a lot of construction hindered our mornings/ day pool side experience. This is obviously not in the owners control, and the area as a whole is experiencing this. Still 100% prefer Playa Grande, especially El Reinas, to Tamarindo. Property definitely exceeded my expectations, pictures do not do it justice.
    Ivanka
    Canada
  • From £42.71 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 362 reviews
    We loved Sugars Monkeys small size and boutique feel. it’s about as close to Playa Grande as one can be. We got to know the monkey troops which came by daily. The restaurant and drinks at the hotel were the best we had in town (much better than Jacks Rip next door that served small watery margaritas). Surfboards for rent- very reasonable. The pool was clean and refreshing. Best of all was the friendly staff.
    s
    sally
    United States of America
  • From £143.27 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 377 reviews
    Just a few steps from the beautiful yet not so crowded playa grande beach, the hotel has an amazing restaurant with varied food and excellent drinks. The room was big, renovated and with AC. Overall nice facilities with a pool. Laundry service is also offered (paid separately). The hotel helped organize a surf class with a local instructor in English that we really enjoyed. Would definitely go back!
    Carolina
    Costa Rica
  • From £48.94 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 287 reviews
    Just a short walk to the gorgeous beach. Watched a spectacular sunset. Great on-site restaurant. Staff was VERY nice and helpful! Outdoor kitchen area with refrigerator and plenty of seating and even have several hammocks for relaxing. Utensils and plates available for use with stove, coffee, microwave, etc. Surfing lessons and trips across estuary to Tamarindo Beach by boat are available.
    Barbara
    United States of America
  • From £48.94 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 287 reviews
    I had an amazing stay at Playa Grande Surf Camp for two weeks. It's the perfect place to chill, rest and meeting new people. Nice vibes, such a quiet place and easy to work/study online at the same time. Personal staff is so kind and helpful. The beach is so close and it's a great place to improve your surfing skills. I would definitely recommend this place.
    Laurel-Lee
    Switzerland
  • From £48.94 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 170 reviews
    We were here to work so did not spend much time at the hotel. The communication leading up to the stay was excellent. The staff were very friendly. The breakfast is simple but good. eggs, pineapple or yogurt with granola. They also offered orange juice or coffee. The room was clean and the ac worked. It was quiet at night.
    Karen
    Costa Rica
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 52 reviews
    This hotel is like a little Oasis! The customer service is awesome and although you need a car to move around, you are right at the perfect location close to beautiful beaches…a short drive to Tamarindo and other beaches. The room was very comfortable and the pool super refreshing after a long day under the sun.
    Tatiana
    United States of America
  • From £82.47 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 312 reviews
    The location was awesome, it’s in a private/gated community so we felt safe. We could walk to the another restaurant or eat at the location. The private entrance to the beach was cozy and nice. The bed was comfortable and not a lot of people so it was quaint. The staff was very attentive even after hours.
    Irene
    United States of America
  • From £69.68 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 950 reviews
    Located on a small, private estate the hotel has an excellent restaurant next door and a supermarket nearby. The kitchenette was well stocked with cooking utensils, etc. The pool was perfect after a day on the beach.
    emma
    United Kingdom
  • From £71.19 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 316 reviews
    beautiful spot where you can unwind. There is a fridge in the tent which is really helpful. I loved everything about this place. It’s a quick 15 mins drive to Tamarindo city center. The beach is very close by.
    Alicia
    Malta
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 184 reviews
    Very clean. Friendly stuff. Nice and clean room with AC. The common areas were great: pool table, bar, restaurant.... The place has a great vibe and is very close to Playa grande. But a car is required.
    Theresia
    Germany
  • From £143.27 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 377 reviews
    Love the location was closed to the beach and it was great for surfing. The room was very comfortable and the restaurant on location has some great drinks, food and breaks fast which was delicious.
    Carmen
    United States of America
  • From £71.19 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 79 reviews
    If you love The Grateful Dead this is the hotel for you. The owner has created this themed hotel and passionate about the group. Great entertainment in the evening. Breakfast included.
    Marlene
    United Kingdom
  • From £65.18 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 126 reviews
    The best host and location in Playa Grande. Felipe made my stay in Playa Grande epic. I will definitely go back. Pipe House is warmly recommended.
    Payam Faalzadeh
    Denmark
  • From £69.68 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 950 reviews
    Nice pool area. Close to beach and good restaurants. Nice shared kitchen area.
    Jody
    United States of America
  • From £71.19 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 79 reviews
    peaceful groovy place for deadheads and music fans close to beautiful beach!
    Carly
    United States of America
  • From £65.18 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 126 reviews
    Beautiful surroundings, fabulous layout. Great beach. Love to come back.
    David
    Canada
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review
    The nearby beach is fantastic and the biggest advantage of the property
    Tomas
    Czech Republic
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 184 reviews
    Excellent location, 6 minute walk to the beach with great Surfing.
    A
    Anonymous
    United States of America