Guests rate it highest for location, cleanliness and food.
9.0394ReviewsBeachfront Paradise with Modern Amenities
Luxurious Accommodations: Hotel la palapa offers free WiFi, TV, coffee maker, air conditioning, and a fridge in each room. The terrace provides stunning sea views, perfect for relaxation.
Convenient Location: Situated near restaurants and shops, guests have easy access to local attractions. Explore the vibrant surroundings and immerse yourself in the culture of Tamarindo.
Relaxing Extras: Indulge in a massage service for an additional fee, adding a touch of pampering to your stay. Unwind and rejuvenate in this coastal oasis.
9.0
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 394 guests who stayed here.
HUGE MISREPRESENTATION OF WHAT THIS HOTEL REALLY IS!!! presidents as families friendly, calm beach location with direct walk to the beach. In reality you need to pass a bar and drunk guys to get anywhere from your room.…
Wow what an experience! I had a lovely time at Casa Swell. It is a full on 2 bedroom apartment with just about everything you would need. It's very close to everything. You can easily walk anywhere. The manager was…
The staff was great as always, and they have the best sunset viewing location!
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I loved the location of this hotel. Being able to walk right out of your room to the beach was amazing. I liked that we had a secure place to park that was right next to the rooms. The room was nicely decorated and…
Posizione fantastica, autentico Costa Rica style.
Great location
Helpful and friendly staff
Great breakfast
A little outdated
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
25m norte de la rotonda, Tamarindo
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
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Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
No pets
Free parking on site
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
There is a new administration.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
25m norte de la rotonda, Tamarindo.
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.