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The Grateful Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Las Baulas National Marine Park

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Restaurant
Standard Single Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Single Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Playa Grande

Located in Palm Beach Estates, The Grateful Hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. This 10-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Conchal Beach - 27 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 35 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 37 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 50 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬31 min drive

About this property

The Grateful Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Las Baulas National Marine Park
At The Grateful Hotel , guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Free parking is available if you drive. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, wedding services, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Coffee makers, free international calls, and free long-distance calls are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Canoeing
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Surf lessons
  • TV in common areas
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 16 2025 to June 30 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 5 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 7:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

The Grateful
The Grateful Hotel
The Grateful Hotel Hotel
The Grateful (Dead Themed)
The Grateful Hotel Cabo Velas
The Grateful (former Bula Bula)
The Grateful Hotel Hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Grateful Hotel ?

This hotel is situated in Palm Beach Estates within a short 9-minute walk of Grande Beach. You'll also find Las Baulas National Marine Park and Ventanas Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Grateful Hotel ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Grateful Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, The Grateful Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Grateful Hotel ?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about The Grateful Hotel ?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service, in-room massages, and access to a chef.

Are there hot tubs at The Grateful Hotel ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Grateful Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Grateful Hotel serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Grateful Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Grateful Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Grateful Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Grateful Hotel ?

The closest major airport to The Grateful Hotel is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 9.2 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nosara (NOB), which is around 26.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Grateful Hotel ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Grateful Hotel .

Does The Grateful Hotel have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Grateful Hotel .

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