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ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only
Hotel in Playa Grande
Situated in Playa Grande, 200 metres from Grande Beach, ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Aiden
Costa Rica
We loved the food and drinks, the prices were very fair. Really nice location and people! Super comfortable rooms.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
184 reviews
Price fromUS$80.23per night
The Grateful Hotel
Hotel in Playa Grande
Located in Playa Grande, 200 metres from Grande Beach, The Grateful Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Williams
United Kingdom
Exceptional, situated in a tropical garden in the grounds of a private gated estate.
A short walk to a quiet beach perfect for swimming and surfing.
The in-house cuisine was excellent with fresh seafood and meat with the crunchiest freshest vegetables I’ve ever eaten. 10/10.
Each night they had live music which was a massive bonus. The music wasn’t loud and in your face, more a perfect in harmony with the environment and the guests.
One last thing is the guests, a really interesting eclectic mix of people with a really friendly and interesting outlook.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
79 reviews
Price fromUS$90.40per 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.
Stéphane
France
The room was amazing - open to the nature.
The hotel garden is beautiful, lot of plants, flowers, bee hives, even got the visit of animals like monkeys.
Peaceful swimming pool to relax.
Good breakfast.
Welcoming hosts.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
316 reviews
Price fromUS$81.36per night
Hotel Rip Jack Inn
Hotel in Playa Grande
Located in front of Playa Grande Beach and 2 km from Playa Ventanas Beach, the Hotel Rip Jack Inn features a sun terrace with swimming pool, a yoga terrace and free Wi-Fi throughout.
Doris Barth
Germany
The location of the hotel was ok, with direct access to the beach
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
377 reviews
Price fromUS$102.77per 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.
Cathy
Cyprus
The location
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
951 reviews
Price fromUS$88.48per night
Hotel Cantarana
Hotel in Playa Grande
Hotel Cantarana is 50 metres from Playa Grande Beach and 20 minutes’ drive from Tamarindo Local Airport. It features a swimming pool, sun terrace and free Wi-Fi.
marcia
Canada
Breakfast , food overall was good . Restaurant staff were great . Very comfy beds and pillows . Quiet due to small size
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
312 reviews
Price fromUS$104.73per 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.
Amy from Canada
Canada
Great place -- cute, cheap, next to the beach!
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
362 reviews
Price fromUS$48.82per night
Playa Grande Surf Camp
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.
Bas
Belgium
Our biggest regret this holiday was not staying longer in this location. I’m already back there, in my dreams…
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
287 reviews
Price fromUS$56.50per night
Pipe House Playa Grande
Playa Grande
Offering a private beach area and a garden, Pipe House Playa Grande is located in Playa Grande beach and 1.2 km from Marino Las Baulas National Park. Free WiFi is available throughout.
aashish
India
Best part was the location of the accommodation, right by the playa grande beach. so it was great to wake up and go for a walk.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
126 reviews
Price fromUS$82.77per night
La Buena Vida Cabinas
Playa Grande
Offering a bar and pool view, La Buena Vida Cabinas is situated in Playa Grande, less than 1 km from Playa Ventanas and a 11-minute walk from Grande Beach.
Luis
Puerto Rico
The Guest House is very good location
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
85 reviews
Price fromUS$65.26per night
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What guests said about Playa Grande:
- 10Scored 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 McKayCanada - 6.0Scored 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.SaadiaPuerto Rico - 10Scored 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.CCeciliaUnited States - 10Scored 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.
HenryUnited States - 8.0Scored 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.
VernCanada - 8.0Scored 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!FlorenceUnited States
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- 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 184 reviewsGreat vibe, staff is amazing, incredibly friendly and hard working. Kudos to Rene, Alonso and Esteban for their great service! Very comfortable rooms. We stayed in this same property long time ago, prior it becoming the ONDA, which was very deteriorated, so we were very pleased and surprised with how great and beautiful this place is now. The location is great to walk to the beach and besides the hotel's restaurant, there are a couple of other very close that offer a good variety of food options.
RebecaCosta Rica - 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 20 reviewsVery quiet, romantic location not far from some very good local restaurants, micro breweries, coffee shops, fruit stands, etc., and a short drivee to Playa Grande. Beautifully landscaped property with a perfect infinity pool. You are basically staying in a treehouse with modern amenities. Playa Grande is a very laid back alternative place to stay if you want to be away from the crazy hustle and bustle of touristy Tamarindo, although Tamarindo can be fun.
JohnUnited States - From US$62.15 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 287 reviewsFriendly place, conveniently located close to Playa Grande, which is just opposite the road and a 3-4 min walk away. I liked my room, which was on stilts with a terrace. Good surfing location & the on-site surfboard rental was nice, especially as the rental is 24 hours! There is a shared kitchen and a fridge available for cooking on your own. The restaurant on site serves really good food as well. The pool was nice too.
ChristianAustria - From US$90.40 per night9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 316 reviewsThe Glamping is situated away from the very touristic places. It is very quiet and has an extremely nice garden - like a paradise oasis. Our cabin was large and very comfortable, with lots of open space - but all hidden behind exotic trees and plants. The shower under open sky was great! A wide beach (Playa Grande) can be reached by car in 5 minutes. It's huge and great for surfing with almost no people.
Hans-PeterSwitzerland - From US$104.73 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 311 reviewsIts very private. Only 5 rooms - which is perfect. Very good food in the restaurant. Only once they were lacking some ingredients for breakfast ie. vegatables, fruit. Close and private beach - meaning no people so you get this feeling & this is amazing! Staff is helpful and nice - the reception is in another hotel building-100m away so best is to contact them via whatsap- and this works perfect.AleksandraPoland
- From US$181.93 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 377 reviewsThe room was extremely clean, the beds are comfortable and the location is just perfect. 1 minute walk to a great beach with nice waves, you can see howler monkeys next to the hotel. The food at the restaurant is delicious and the cocktails are the best. Well maintained hotel area with two pools. 10/10, the best place we stayed in CR. Definately would come back again!
EdvardasLithuania - From US$62.15 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 171 reviewsThe owners Mathew and Natalie were so nice, they are helpful in every situation. Breakfast was tasty and fresh. You can easily reach the beach by a few minutes walk. Playa Grande is a fantastic beach. Waves are great. Room was very clean and and comfortable, with a kitchen to use, they offer a fast laundry service. Big Thanks to Mathew and NatalieSarutisUnited Kingdom
- From US$82.77 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 126 reviewsThe location is very nice, a stone's throw from a deserted beach. Wonderful sunset. The girls who prepared breakfast for us were very nice and kind. To get to Tamarindo there are little boats that cross the river until 5 pm. Around noon we were able to walk across the river, while in the evening it is not possible because of the high tide.
LuisaSwitzerland - From US$104.73 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 311 reviewsThe staff and the property exceeded expectations. We had 22 people in our group and we were well catered to by the staff. Also, the neighboring businesses were equally pleasant during our stay. Everyone had good vibes down in Playa Grande. Pura Vida. Extra shot out to Andrea who is an angel with wings.
Valarie FrostUnited States - From US$62.15 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 171 reviewsIndra Inn had a great vibe. People staying respectfully shared the well stocked kitchen and sometimes company. There is a full library and hammocks for lazy afternoons. The owners are attentive and kind. Within 10 minute walk from restaurants and beach and small markets.
DianeUnited States - From US$54.24 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 363 reviewsBeing 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.VirginiaUnited States
- 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 43 reviewsNice, quiet, nice design, friendly, good to have part of a common kitchen, nice area and small beach village nearby, nice little warm pool, friendly owners. Perfect 4 days for us.HansBelgium
- From US$88.48 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 950 reviewsThe Playa grande beach was spectacular, lot's of open wide sand and seashells, beautiful water. The sunsets were also beautiful , lot's of nature to see
NickiiiiiiCanada - From US$181.93 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 377 reviewsAway from chaos. Great staff, friendly, good food. Next to beach. Great area to surf. Easy to get to Tamarindo if you want to go to the cityMariluUnited States
- From US$54.24 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 363 reviewslocation close to beach, good for wave surfing, expensive offers for rental, tours and transportation, generally reliable WiFiAlanSwitzerland
- From US$90.40 per night9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 316 reviewsWe loved the glamping experience of sleeping in a tent but with most of the amenities of a hotel. Cute design and decor.
Dana DenglerUnited States - 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 184 reviewsReally nice place near Playa Grande! Friendly staff, shared kitchen, good mood, clean and new facilities.MartaGermany
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1 reviewThe nearby beach is fantastic and the biggest advantage of the propertyTomasCzech Republic
- From US$88.48 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 950 reviewsShort access to the beach, which was nearly empty. Fantastic Sun sets.
PhilippeFrance - From US$62.15 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 287 reviewsnear the beach, good food, comfy bedAloraUnited States
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