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.
Ollie
Canada
Great breakfast. The hosts were very nice and they were very helpful. They are a lovely couple who are good genuine people.
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.
Fiona
United Kingdom
Loved the owner and staff. Brilliant location. You were close enough to walk to everything you needed and by car had a huge array of beaches to go at. Fred was like the local Oracle. Would definitely go again. Thank you.
Situated in Potrero, less than 1 km from Potrero Beach, Curiol Boutique Hotel & Lounge features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
Ellen
New Zealand
The layout and pool were lovely. The staff, depart our lack of Spanish, were super helpful and friendly. It is a short walk to town, and if you want to go to the marina for dinner you can arrange an Uber.
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!
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.
This is an exceptional hotel in every way. The views, the room, the facilities are all incredible. even with a private pool on our terrace overlooking the bay we still used the main pool sometimes, it’s just stunning. but what outshines even the perfection of the surroundings is the staff. They manage to mix a casual familiarity with the utmost professionalism and they’re all just lovely people. They went above and beyond on numerous occasions, just a brilliant stay and we can’t wait to come back
The property is beautiful I was surprised, it feels like an ancient colonial building not unlike Antigua Guatemala. The rooms were more than Ok for the price, comfortable beds (even the couch).
They told us the pool would be closed so we got a room upgrade. it wasn’t closed which was great to find after driving five hours from San Jose to rest there.
If you go by 4x4, there is a ton of secluded nice beaches (especially playa Minas)
Absolutely stunning views and a gorgeous pool. The room was very clean and had everything we needed, including a kitchen with all the appliances we needed to prepare our own meals. The staff was incredible and very friendly and helpful. We are pretty fit and did not have much trouble going up and down the big hill, but many other folks rented golf carts to get down to the beach.
Beautifully landscaped hotel close to Flamingo Beach. Enjoyed and appreciated the breakfast that included fresh fruit plate, toast and scrambled eggs with rice and beans. We utilized the table and chairs on the patio outside our door several times during our stay. Beds are comfortable and appreciated the hot shower.
The property location was great, right on the beach. Staff were great especially Juan and Sebastian at the pool bar and Jaime at the Italian restaurant. He had a great memory and on our second visit remembered what wine I had the night before and brought it starlight to our table.
This was a great place to stay with our family. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. We arrived late (after the reception desk closed) and were given very helpful guidance on how to enter the hotel after hours. We enjoyed breakfast by the pool. Service was outstanding.
Very beautiful hotel! It is a great option for a long stay (the kitchen is fully equipped and has everything, coffee, oil, salt, to enjoy a breakfast yourself) and also the hotel is perfect for working. There is a supermarket right at the corner, very convenient.
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.
There is a huge parking lot in front of the hotel, which is fenced off, so your car is protected. The accommodation area is large, the receptionist is really very nice. The room was very nice, spacious, and had all the equipment we needed.
Everything went well. The beach was truly 50 steps or less from the front porch. We alternated between sitting on the beach, swimming in very clear water, and sitting on the front porch taking in the view ... all day long ... wonderful!
There is a private beach for this hotel which is lovely, the sea is calmer on this beach than the main flamingo beach, and always quiet and relaxing. The sea view from the restaurant and the sunset rooms are also beautiful.
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.
Killer location. Right on the beach and next to restaurants and a craft brewery. The rooms were large and clean. The rooftop infinity pool has a shaded area and views to die for
The location of this property is ideal. Literally, you see a beautiful garden, the beach and the sea from the master bedroom, the TV room/living room or the balcony.
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