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Hotel Punta Descartes

3.0 star property
Hotel in La Cruz with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Land view from property
Terrace/patio
Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Bathroom
Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Costado Sur Banco Popular, La Cruz, Guanacaste, 51001
  • Playa Copal
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Playa Coco
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

La Cruz

Hotel Punta Descartes is located within a 15-minute drive of Area de Conservación Guanacaste and Playa Puerto Soley. This 6-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Playa Piñuela - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Playa Copal - 21 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge - 30 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Playa Coco - 32 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Playa Jobo - 33 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar y Restaurante Thelma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mirador Punta Descartes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪sport cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pizza y Café La Cruz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big Dog - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel in La Cruz with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
Hotel Punta Descartes features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 6 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Punta Descartes Hotel
Hotel Punta Descartes La Cruz
Hotel Punta Descartes Hotel La Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Punta Descartes?

Hotel Punta Descartes provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Hotel Punta Descartes?

This hotel is located in La Cruz, close to Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge, Playa Copal, and Playa Conventillos. You'll also find Area de Conservación Guanacaste and Playa Puerto Soley within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Punta Descartes?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Punta Descartes doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Punta Descartes?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Punta Descartes?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include bay views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Punta Descartes?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Punta Descartes serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Punta Descartes.

Does Hotel Punta Descartes have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Punta Descartes?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Punta Descartes.

Hotel Punta Descartes Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anik

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La vue de la terrasse est exceptionnelle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
9
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrado, Santa Fe

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gwen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jerome

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny hotel with excellent staff and location. Wonderful restaurant with an incredible view. Wildlife visits for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay here only if there is no other choice or if you need to rest for a long trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pura Vida! Where else have I stayed and been joined by a monkey at breakfast? Ah…. NOWHERE. Great place with great views and food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsworth, Roatán

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente Service and Good Food,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Elvis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rudy, Heredia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel lindo hotel vintage, habitaciones acogedoras. El restaurante tiene vistas espectaculares. Buen desayuno.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Francesco

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un excelente lugar si lo que quieres es relajación
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024