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Hotel Punta Descartes

Property class: 3

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A cozy indoor space with a red-tiled floor, a striped sofa, and various potted plants.
A cozy lounge area with plush seating, a wooden table, and various potted plants.
A sunset view with a cross and palm trees.
A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, and a small table.
A two-story building with a restaurant named 'Mirador Bar Restaurant' at the ground level.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Costado Sur Banco Popular, La Cruz, Guanacaste, 51001
  • Place, Area de Conservación Guanacaste
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Conventillos
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a chair, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted air conditioning.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

A bedroom with two beds, a bench, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

La Cruz

Located 2 mi (3.2 km) from Area de Conservación Guanacaste, Hotel Punta Descartes is within a 15-minute drive of Santa Rosa National Park. This 6-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Area de Conservación Guanacaste - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Santa Rosa National Park - 17 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Playa Conventillos - 18 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Playa Piñuela - 23 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Playa Puerto Soley - 26 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar y Restaurante Thelma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Goal - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar & Restaurante La Negra - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza y Café La Cruz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪la casona - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Punta Descartes

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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Punta Descartes?

As of Oct 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Punta Descartes on Nov 9, 2026 start from $81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 Puerto Soley. You'll also find Area de Conservación Guanacaste and Playa Piñuela within a short drive.

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.

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.

Hotel Punta Descartes Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming little hotel at the most beautiful viewpoint in all of Guanacaste. Excellent food and nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stay here and enjoy the view. Very convenient location with good food
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente Service and Good Food,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

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
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4/10 Poor

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
9
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La habitación es confortable, tranquila, pudimos descansar muy bien, lo que más me gustó fue el personal atento y super amable en especial una chica y un señor que nos recibieron y atendieron en el restaurante muy lindos,el restaurante es hermoso en su totalidad, la comida es rica y sobre todo sus bebidas, su mirador es de lo más precioso, disfrute mi estadía en su totalidad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La vista es espectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La vue de la terrasse est exceptionnelle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un excelente lugar si lo que quieres es relajación
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024