Santarena Hotel is at the heart of the 1,000-acre car-free town of Las Catalinas, nestled between tree-laden hillsides on a crescent slip of beach. The tropical dry forest includes 25 miles of world-class hiking and biking, all at your doorstep. Designed as a beachfront urban resort, Andrina Fonseca created interiors inspired by the 1960s “gentleman surfer” from Europe infused with a tropical twist. Forty-five contemporary guest rooms wrap around an open-air courtyard, evoking the feel of a traditional hacienda. A refreshing sea-view rooftop pool and lounge to appreciate some of the most amazing Costa Rican sunsets crown the hotel, while an all-day bakery and ground-floor restaurant facing the beach, act as a congregation point for a casual meal or sophisticated dinner. After spending the day in a bikini and flip-flops, guests can freshen up and slip into a pair of heels for a proper cocktail at the antique-gold lobby bar. In addition to the hotel’s restaurants, there are over eight different specialty dining options available in town. Across all guestrooms & suites, a crisp, linear design infuses a contemporary sensibility accented by sleek-yet-mellow touches conceived to promote restoration. Directly across from the hotel, is a state-of-the-art wellness center with a meditation room, yoga and movement studio, as well as a range of alternative therapies from chakra balancing to sound healing. Up the street, Wake Day spa is a peaceful refuge to indulge in a beauty or body treatment including hot stone and mineral salt massages and scrub and wrap combos. Playa Danta lies less than 100 feet from your hotel room. Easy drives can also be taken to nearby Playa Penca, Playa Flamingo is 6 miles from the hotel, Playa Conchal is 7 miles away, and Playa Tamarindo is just 18 miles from Las Catalinas. Guests can be at Guanacaste International Airport after a 1-hour scenic drive via the Monkey Trail. Santarena is a proud member of the LIFESTYLE collection by Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Vegan, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marcin
    Poland Poland
    Super location. Small vacation city Italian style. Many restaurants. Nice private beach. Great service.
  • Amanda808
    Canada Canada
    Wonderful, helpful staff, beautiful hotel and nice beach. The room was gorgeous! Breakfast was so good every morning, and had different things every day. Lots of options for restaurants and lots of great healthy food, vegetarian and vegan options...
  • George
    United States United States
    Very nice and spacious room. Beautiful beach in front.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
3 restaurants on site

  • Ponciana Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Cuatro Calle La Ronda - all-day bakery
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Celeste Restaurant
    • Open for
      Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Kids' club
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Minimarket on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
Wellness
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Solarium
  • Fitness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 01:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Notice of Ongoing Construction in Town

Las Catalinas is well on its way to becoming one of Costa Rica's most delightful beach towns. As our community continues to grow, we have several exciting new projects in progress that will enhance the experience for all our visitors. These projects include additional amenities, restaurants, activities, rental opportunities, and ownership options.

Our dedicated building and construction teams are making every effort to minimize any potential disruptions. However, we must acknowledge that, given the dynamic nature of construction, some visible or audible activity may occur. We are optimistic that this will have minimal impact on your stay with us.

Please be aware that we are unable to accommodate room changes, provide discounts, or offer refunds due to the construction activities in the vicinity. Rest assured, though, that the construction is not in close proximity to our hotel.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is 3.1 miles from the centre of Playa Flamingo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegan
    • American

  • Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas has 3 restaurants:

    • Ponciana Restaurant
    • Celeste Restaurant
    • Cuatro Calle La Ronda - all-day bakery

  • Room options at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas include:

    • Triple
    • Quadruple

  • Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Kids' club
    • Beachfront
    • Solarium
    • Bike tours
    • Beauty Services
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Horse riding
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Facial treatments
    • Beach
    • Waxing services
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Make up services
    • Cooking class
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Hair cut
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • The prices at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.