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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers
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Outdoor spa tub
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
Ocean View Premium | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Las Catalinas Road., Tempate, Guanacaste, 50304
  • Place, Danta Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dantita Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Potrero
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪109 min drive‬
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Danta Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Danta Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Plaza Balcony Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Plaza Balcony Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Ocean View Premium

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Las Catalinas

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas places you 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Playa Potrero. This 45-room, 4-star hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Danta Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dantita Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Playa Potrero - 21 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 29 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Conchal Beach - 43 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bar & Restaurante Arenas - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪OCEANA - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Guests of Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and outdoor tennis courts. You can take advantage of free valet parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
45-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Minibars, espresso makers, and ceiling fans are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Celeste Restaurant
  • Cuatro Calle La Ronda
  • Pascual
  • Ponciana Restaurant
  • Pots & Bowls

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Canoeing
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

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 or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 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 continental breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 30 for adults, and USD 15 to 22 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free valet parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas on May 31, 2026 start from $327, 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's there to see within easy reach of Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

This hotel is located in Tempate, just steps from Danta Beach. You'll also find Playa Potrero and Playa Prieta within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Yes, valet parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station and bicycle parking are also available.

Is there a spa available at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, couples treatments, and aromatherapy.

Are there luxury amenities available at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, an ocean-view restaurant, and champagne service at this hotel.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a casino?

No, Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Is Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas good for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including champagne service as well as an ocean-view restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a hot tub?

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

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas has 2 restaurants, and serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

The closest major airport to Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 16.8 mi away (50 minutes by car). Another top airport is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is located 26.3 mi away (68-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean and mountain views.

Does Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 500 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 500 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 500 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 500 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 500 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elaine Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful, spacious, clean. Nice bathroom and shower. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet was outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Deanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the area of the hotel. Very cute aesthetic with a lot to do acitivity-wise. Only 7 restaurants in the area so after a while we felt stuck but that was ok since we left to do tours outside town quiete often. Reason for my 2 star deduction is our room. It was clean and beautiful but 319 is the worse room (or floor). We were right under the pool and on our last night there we could not get a good night sleep as it sounded like the pool was being drained. I’m still unsure what the sound was but it was loud and kept going from 8pm-ish till past midnight. I ended up falling asleep at 1am but was woken up to the same noise around 7am. Every morning we would also be woken up by chairs getting set upstairs. Did not get a good night sleep here at all. Another downside would be the lack of advertising. I found out on the last day that they offered different activities everyday which was posted at another building instead of the one we stayed at. That sucked a little but not completely their fault as I should’ve inquired our front desk about it
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was heaven! It's so beautiful and unique. The sunsets are gorgeous. The various restaurants on the property were absolutely delicious. The rooms were very clean and the staff was lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much, enjoyed our stay at Santarena, the help we’re very friendly and with great service. They gave us a ride to the Pickleball courts and gave us a ride back and never charged us. The courtyard effect of the area around the hotel with all the restaurants is very quaint. Is it very nice quiet place, we had an immensely great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Bouvair, Philadelphia

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the kind staff and environment. Everything was clean and cleaned often. Danillo was the most genuinely sweet and humble employee running the show early everyday and late as well, during our entire week. We highly recommend this gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable rooms and nice restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Rosa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great location with close proximity to the ocean, and the views are truly beautiful. Our room was nicely designed, clean, and spacious, with very comfortable beds and fresh linens. The balcony and terrace were perfect for enjoying both sunrise and sunset, and the cocktails at the bar were excellent. Overall, the setting is charming and the ocean views are stunning. That said, our overall experience was mixed. We arrived just before 9:00 p.m., after a long flight and drive, and by that time all restaurants and the grocery store on the property were closed. It would have been helpful to know this in advance when the hotel contacted us about our arrival time, as we would have planned accordingly. Unfortunately, when we asked if any snacks or fruit were available, there was little empathy shown, and we were simply told to wait until the next day. We also experienced some logistical issues at check-in. The key cards for one of our rooms did not work, and although we were told replacements and a requested rollaway bed would be brought to the room, neither arrived. We had to return to the front desk to resolve the issue, and the replacement key cards were given without any verification, which raised some concerns. While the property itself is lovely and the views are exceptional, the lack of empathy and attention to detail during our arrival left us disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arthur Fuller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Santarena is a fabulous hotel where they make you feel at home; whether in the lobby, roof top, or in their spacious and well appointed rooms - some with spectacular ocean views.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bioseh, Diamond Bar

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bello lugar, limpio, excelente comida, cerca a playas 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The area, the rooms, cleanliness but especially the staff!!! Love Las Catalinas and Santarena!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Seyedehfatemeh

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose

The staff lack the resources
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, big and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Wonderful rooftop views. Short walk to the beach. Unfortunately someone from staff rifled through my luggage while in the hotel room and stole $100USD (not passports thankfully). Cash was not in the room safe so partly my fault. But something travellers should be aware of as it otherwise seems like a classy hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Wonderful room with a comfortable king-size bed. Food was also very good, better than the restaurants nearby in Las Catalinas. But what made the stay exceptional was the staff. All staff were friendly, warm, helpful, and incredibly attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Binita

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Had a great stay. Quiet place with a beautiful beach. A couple of good restaurants within walking distance. A special shout out to Aurelio at front desk who went above and beyond to help us plan excursions. 4 star is due to no functioning hot water during our 5 day stay while they did try fixing it. Thankfully it was very hot outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and friendly staff made our stay a great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful community!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi Celest

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is extremely clean. The room was spacious and beautiful. The breakfast was delicious! The staff was some of the nicest people I’ve come across. They always remembered our names and we never felt unsafe even in the slightest. Do you research on the area that was my mistake. Las Catalinas is very out of the way to most tourist places and excursions. The entire town completely shuts down at 9pm. Theres absolutely nothing to do after 9pm. Not bar no food. Nothing. You want to leave the town at 8? Good luck. I think a max number of nights in this town is 2-3. The pool was clean and beautiful even though it was small.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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