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Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Property class: 4
4-star beachfront hotel near Playa Potrero

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers
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Bar (on property)
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Las Catalinas Road., Tempate, Guanacaste, 50304
  • Place, Danta Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dantita Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Potrero
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪109 min drive‬

Room options

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Danta Standard Room

Danta Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Plaza Balcony Room

Plaza Balcony Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Premium

Ocean View Premium

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

  • Beach view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Las Catalinas

On the beach.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Playa Potrero and 12 miles (20 km) of Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Playa Hermosa is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Danta Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dantita Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Potrero - 21 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 29 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Conchal Beach - 43 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar & Restaurante Arenas - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪OCEANA - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

4-star beachfront hotel near Playa Potrero
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas offers its guests an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include 2 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas. Valet parking is free.

This 4-star Tempate hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2019
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 45-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Tempate hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Canoeing
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wine tasting room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

Property 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: approximately USD 25 to 30 for adults, and USD 15 to 22 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas to the airport?

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is 16.8 mi (50-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

As of Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas on Apr 28, 2026 start from CA $354, excluding 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.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas.

How close is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 25 and 30 for adults, USD 15 and 22 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but El Coco Casino (7.7 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

This hotel offers free valet parking.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a pool?

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local and international cuisine, ocean views, and al fresco dining.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer sports massages and aromatherapy.

How close is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas to downtown Tempate?

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is 0.1 mi away from Las Catalinas.

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 496 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Bouvair, Philadelphia

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the kind staff and environment. Everything was clean and cleaned often. Danillo was the most genuinely sweet and humble employee running the show early everyday and late as well, during our entire week. We highly recommend this gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable rooms and nice restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Rosa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great location with close proximity to the ocean, and the views are truly beautiful. Our room was nicely designed, clean, and spacious, with very comfortable beds and fresh linens. The balcony and terrace were perfect for enjoying both sunrise and sunset, and the cocktails at the bar were excellent. Overall, the setting is charming and the ocean views are stunning. That said, our overall experience was mixed. We arrived just before 9:00 p.m., after a long flight and drive, and by that time all restaurants and the grocery store on the property were closed. It would have been helpful to know this in advance when the hotel contacted us about our arrival time, as we would have planned accordingly. Unfortunately, when we asked if any snacks or fruit were available, there was little empathy shown, and we were simply told to wait until the next day. We also experienced some logistical issues at check-in. The key cards for one of our rooms did not work, and although we were told replacements and a requested rollaway bed would be brought to the room, neither arrived. We had to return to the front desk to resolve the issue, and the replacement key cards were given without any verification, which raised some concerns. While the property itself is lovely and the views are exceptional, the lack of empathy and attention to detail during our arrival left us disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arthur Fuller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Santarena is a fabulous hotel where they make you feel at home; whether in the lobby, roof top, or in their spacious and well appointed rooms - some with spectacular ocean views.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bioseh, Diamond Bar

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bello lugar, limpio, excelente comida, cerca a playas 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The area, the rooms, cleanliness but especially the staff!!! Love Las Catalinas and Santarena!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Seyedehfatemeh

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose

The staff lack the resources
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, big and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Wonderful rooftop views. Short walk to the beach. Unfortunately someone from staff rifled through my luggage while in the hotel room and stole $100USD (not passports thankfully). Cash was not in the room safe so partly my fault. But something travellers should be aware of as it otherwise seems like a classy hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Wonderful room with a comfortable king-size bed. Food was also very good, better than the restaurants nearby in Las Catalinas. But what made the stay exceptional was the staff. All staff were friendly, warm, helpful, and incredibly attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Binita

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Had a great stay. Quiet place with a beautiful beach. A couple of good restaurants within walking distance. A special shout out to Aurelio at front desk who went above and beyond to help us plan excursions. 4 star is due to no functioning hot water during our 5 day stay while they did try fixing it. Thankfully it was very hot outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and friendly staff made our stay a great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful community!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi Celest

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is extremely clean. The room was spacious and beautiful. The breakfast was delicious! The staff was some of the nicest people I’ve come across. They always remembered our names and we never felt unsafe even in the slightest. Do you research on the area that was my mistake. Las Catalinas is very out of the way to most tourist places and excursions. The entire town completely shuts down at 9pm. Theres absolutely nothing to do after 9pm. Not bar no food. Nothing. You want to leave the town at 8? Good luck. I think a max number of nights in this town is 2-3. The pool was clean and beautiful even though it was small.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Relaxing stay even with a major Xtrerra event going on.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Long Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a pleasant place with easy access to food and restaurants in the vicinity. The rooms were clean and well-maintained, and the internet connection was excellent, considering my cell phone’s 5G features were limited. I would appreciate it if the bars and restaurants could stay open past 8 pm, as everything closes early, especially being in a remote area. The front desk staff were amazing (shout out to Arturo and Aurelio)! They helped make our trip fabulous by helping us arrange dinner reservations and also helping us plan our fun activities and excursions. The onsite/in town restaurants provided many options and the food was very fresh and delicious. Staff at the restaurants were friendly, helpful and attentive. We loved the breakfast, great ceviche, tasty coconut shrimp and excellent coffee cheesecake. My Hubby loved the ice cream stand with fresh waffle cones. Check out the Patagonia store for yummy coffee drinks and empanadas to go. The onsite infinity pool was super chill and relaxing and provided us a great space to chat, meet folks, relax and enjoy great views of the ocean. The ocean/beach in front of the property was clean, semi private and easy to navigate as there were no rocks or obstructions in the sand. Great space for adults and kids. There’s a great hike next to the hotel. I would recommend sneakers or hikers because it’s rocky and there are changes in elevations. Lastly, bring mosquito repellant because those buggers are fierce.
Friends
Infinity pool
Great Breakfast
Look up. Sometimes Friends hang out in the trees
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, Irvine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, walkable “no car” community. All restaurants are within walking distance or they will come pick you up in a golf cart. The pool has a great view of the beach and sunset. Most importantly this is an area that is quiet and peaceful! Everything is closed and lights off by 9PM-10PM latest. Not a place to come if you want to party. The staff was super helpful with finding things to do and guiding us in everything with our last minute booking. Thank you Arturo & Aurelio for all your help!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel and all the amenities! The pool, the rooms, COJ yoga classes, dining options and of course ALL the people!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025