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.
Nora
United States
This was the nicest hotel we've ever stayed at. The hotel is beautifully decorated with comfy chairs and couches in the lobby/bar area. The rooms are spacious, comfortable beds and nice cool temperature. The staff are friendly and hospitable. All in all it was a wonderful vacation.
Set in Playa Flamingo and with Potrero Beach reachable within 700 metres, Surfside Mar Y Posa offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout...
Set in Playa Flamingo, 300 metres from Potrero Beach, Hotel Tabasco offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a casino and barbecue facilities.
Located in Playa Flamingo, 60 metres from Danta Beach, Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Eline
Belgium
Decent hotel, beautiful rooms, incredible views and relatively good service.
Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo is located 1 km from Flamingo beach and 4 km from Conchal beach. It features an extensive garden with swimming pool and free Wi-Fi throughout.
Unruh
Canada
Breakfast was good, but the server was not efficient.
Escape to a tropical paradise where golden sands invite you to linger under shady palms and the warm, blue Pacific Ocean beckons you to dive in and explore.
Radek
Czech Republic
If possible would recomend to avoid this place, thera are much more better places in Costa Rica and you will enjoy it much more.
Located 300mts from Playa Flamingo Beach, Massai Apartments offers an outdoor pool, tropical gardens and a chill-out terrace with loungers. Each apartment offers free Wi-Fi and views of the garden.
Robert
Canada
Fredrick, the manager and his team were friendly, helpful and responsive. The apartment is large with a wrap-around balcony, which was perfect for enjoying a drink and cigar without bothering anyone.
The property is up a private road and is super quiet. The beds were comfortable, there was always hot water, and the AC was excellent.
Offering a garden and pool view, Puerta Negra is located in Playa Flamingo, less than 1 km from Potrero Beach and 2.3 km from Penca Beach. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.
Heidi
United States
Everyone was so helpful and friendly from the minute we arrived. It was like being in a little community that was super welcoming. The facilities were very clean and the bed were very comfortable. The atmosphere all around made for a relaxing experience.
Situated in Playa Flamingo and only 300 metres from Potrero Beach, Cabinas Flamingo features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.
Theresa
Canada
No breakfast. Cooking facilities provided for self catering. Pool well maintained and enjoyed a night swim
Hotel Guanacaste Lodge is located 300 metres from Flamingos Beach and 7 km from Conchal Beach. It features a swimming pool, sun terrace and an extensive garden. Wi-Fi is free in public areas.
Habitación amplia y entorno agradable. Buen desayuno.
Located in Playa Flamingo, within 300 metres of Flamingo and 1.4 km of Potrero Beach, Margaritaville Beach Resort - Presidencial - Costa Rica provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi...
Situated in Playa Flamingo, a few steps from Flamingo, Margaritaville Beach Resort - Poolview - Costa Rica features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.
Set in Playa Flamingo, 400 metres from Flamingo, Margaritaville Beach Resort - Family Bunkbed - Costa Rica offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.
It’s a quiet and relaxing area to visit. It’s very hot and very sunny and there’s not much shade on the beach. Be prepared to go through the sunscreen. The beach is clean, the sand is soft and white and the ocean is a spectacularly blue. The surf can be quite rough and it can be difficult to swim, so use caution.
Jen
10
Scored 10
The beach was beautiful.
The beach was beautiful. There weren't many seashells so this isn't a place for shelling, but they won't be crashing into shore and cutting up your feet either. Our kids played in the water for hours. The sunsets were amazing.
Toni
United States
10
Scored 10
Safe, wonderful beaches, quiet nightlife, Within 1 hr. to...
Safe, wonderful beaches, quiet nightlife, Within 1 hr. to airport and 1.5 hrs. to other cities, beaches and attractions.
Clean, well-kept with nice restaurants around. Easy access to tours and activities. Good local hospitality.
Karim
United States
10
Scored 10
This is a beautiful facility with unbelievable views of the...
This is a beautiful facility with unbelievable views of the coastline! Close to many good restaurants and beaches. We had a rental car, but could have used the shuttle service more or rented a golf cart.
Sheryl
United States
10
Scored 10
Idyllic white sand beach with turquoise water, perfect for...
Idyllic white sand beach with turquoise water, perfect for swimming and boogie boarding. Sunsets are incredible! Coco Locos on the beach has the most delicious hot lava cooked tenderloin that can be ordered as a part of the surf and turf or without the lobster (but avoid eating here when a heavy rain due to sewer smell). Stay in luxury at The Palms Villas for top-notch service and beachfront perfection—well worth the price! Check out Monday Moonlight Market in Flamingo.
Reena
United States
10
Scored 10
Playa Flamingo is a friendly and easy going area with good...
Playa Flamingo is a friendly and easy going area with good food options, a beautiful beach and amazing views. It is not too buzzy with tourist attractions which we very much liked about the area. The new marina area is very nice. There are a number of lovely shops, a new restaurant not quite opened and a bank. There are a couple of upscale hotels going up next to the marina. I hope the area can maintain it's small town charm which we found to be perfect for our vacation spot. We opted not to rent a car or golf cart (which is popular) and found the small town to be totally walkable and from town it is just a short walk to the beach. The fine sandy beach is gorgeous and not crowded and the water is amazing with just enough surf to enjoy but still be able to swim comfortably. All in all Playa Flamingo is a lovely, relatively quiet beach area that we highly recommend!
Breakfast was good. It was the same thing every day, but good. The location of the dining area is beautiful. The view was fantastic. The people who work at the resort are outstanding. They made the stay. The pool area is nice, the bar and restaurant as well, not fancy but comfortable. The kudos of this hotel go to the staff. They remember names, drinks you like, room number...very friendly, You could walk into the town where there were a few nice restaurants. Flamingo Beachh nearby is one of the best beaches I have every been too.
Everything! Agnes and Pierre are fantastic hosts who cannot do enough for you, and who are warm and friendly without being overly intrusive. Pierre is an amazing baker who filled us with the most delicious fresh bread and pastries each morning whilst Agnes is so lovely and helpful - she even offered to do washing for us. The rooms are really comfortable and well appointed - great showers and the best hotel bed we have ever encountered in all our years of travelling! A two minute walk from a couple of great restaurants.
Very nice furniture and appliances. Very cool inside, has 4 fans and 3 aircons so it is easy to have very comfortable temperature inside.
Good beach, enough shadow, there is a cliff in the end which you can walk on during low tide. Beach is public but there are no random people there.
Nice marina nearby, few restaurant options in 5 minutes walk distance. 2 casinos 10 minutes walk away.
Parking is not private, but there are very safe parking lots right in front of maritime police building.
Beautiful property, close to the beach with very spacious rooms. Can easily fit a family of four. Bathroom is also very spacious. Towels and soap provided. We were greated warmly and breakfast was delicious. Fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, gallo pinto and toast. Swimming pool was lovely and warm. Supermarket next door with everything you may need and a 5 minute walk to the beach. 5 minute car drive to Playa Flamingo. Would stay again.
Great but relatively small hotel. Located just at the Pacific Ocean shore it offers amazing views and opportunities for a stroll on the beach. Staff was very kind and helpful. All-inclusive package is well worth its price, since both bar (drinks and snacks) and restaurant (a'la carte lunches and dinners + buffet breakfasts) serve their offer at a very high level.
this place is a 4 room hotel with an additional house for rent. It was close to everything in the small town and the people, Susan, Juardo, and Noemi were fantastic. There is a troop of howler monkies that occasionally stop by for a visit. all in a great little place for a few days
Such a perfect location for those who love the beach. Great restaurants on the beach that were very easy to walk to. The hosts provided great beach chairs, boogie boards and lots of towels. The condo was very clean, extremely well stocked and super comfortable.
Perfect location right by the beach and a wonderful frutería, as well as lots of restaurants. Owners were very accessible and gave clear directions. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was very spacious with all the kitchen supplies you need.
Stunning views of the ocean on both sides and a very nice saltwater pool that overlooks the beach, Breakfast was included and good, with a choice between local CR style or American, which is fruit, scrambled eggs, bacon and toast.
Rooms were very clean and fully equipped. All around the residence the views were breathtaking, would definitely come back. The playa flamingo beach was one of the best beaches Ive been too.
Super close to an amazing beach. Nice large unit with all necessary amenities. Well cleaned. Beautiful and clean pool and pool area. Easy parking. Close to everything in Playa Flamingo.
Perfect location to a lovely beach. Nearby restaurants steps away from hotel. Restaurants and bar at hotel were staffed with very helpful and hospitable personnel. Everyone was happy!
The location is excellent, right on top of the beach. The hotel has a lovely decor. The staff are great. Las Catalinas is a beautiful place to walk about.
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