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Hotel Puntarenas Beach

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Swimmers can enjoy a clear view of the surrounding environment from this indoor pool.
Two single beds with dark headboards and white bedding, set against a minimalist backdrop of white walls and a tiled floor.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a central reception area with a counter and display case, surrounded by artwork and comfortable seating.
Enjoy a beachfront stay with ocean views and dining facilities nearby.
Stylish building with a storefront, balconies, and a flat roof.

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
50 metros este de la Clinica San Rafael, Paseo de los Turistas, Puntarenas
  • Puntarenas Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Puntarenas Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Puntarenas Marine Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪145 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 full Bed - No Window

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 full Bed - No Window

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed - No Window | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed - No Window

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed - Ocean View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed - Ocean View

  • 431 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard 2 Queen Beds - No Window | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard 2 Queen Beds - No Window

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed - Garden or Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds - No Window | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds - No Window

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed - Ocean View

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed - Ocean View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed - Ocean View

  • 431 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds - Ocean View

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds - Ocean View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds - Ocean View

  • 538 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Puntarenas

Hotel Puntarenas Beach places you within a 5-minute walk of Puntarenas Cathedral and La Casa de la Cultura. This 53-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • La Casa de la Cultura - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Puntarenas Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Puntarenas Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Puntarenas Marine Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Playa Pochote - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kiosko Rancho Grande - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kiosco Río de Janeiro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casa De Los Helados 3 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kiosco Costa Azul - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Puntarenas Beach

Beach hotel with outdoor pool
At Hotel Puntarenas Beach, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a business center, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Don Mario

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Puntarenas Beach
Puntarenas Beach
Hotel Puntarenas Beach Hotel
Hotel Puntarenas Beach Puntarenas
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

Hotel Puntarenas Beach offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

As of Aug 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Puntarenas Beach on Aug 4, 2025 start from $72.0, excluding 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 Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

This hotel is located in Puntarenas, just steps from Puntarenas Cathedral and La Casa de la Cultura, and within a short walk of Puntarenas Beach. You'll also find Puntarenas Pier and Puntarenas Marine Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

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

Does Hotel Puntarenas Beach have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Puntarenas Beach doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

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

Does Hotel Puntarenas Beach have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Puntarenas Beach serves free full breakfasts at Don Mario each morning.

Does Hotel Puntarenas Beach allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Puntarenas Beach.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

The closest major airport to Hotel Puntarenas Beach is Tambor (TMU), which is about 20.4 mi away. Another top airport is Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is around 26.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Puntarenas Beach?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Puntarenas Beach.

Hotel Puntarenas Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 151 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John, Hermitage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very friendly, and helpful. The building is older, and maintenance has not been kept up. I got approached by a man drinking a beer, and begging for money, as soon as I walked out the hotel door. There is a police station, at the other end of the block. It was in a dirty area of town. The beach was across the street, but I wouldn’t recommend going there after dark. The free breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was most interesting stay on my Costa Rica vacation, a somewhat quirky but comfortable beach hotel. My room was clean, spacious, the AC was working well, and the poolside room helped make it pretty quiet (a beach bar was across the street playing music). The bathroom had a jacuzzi style tub with a hand shower, no standup shower which I much prefer. There is no light or switch by the bed, so my cellphone served as a temporary nightlight. The parking garage below the hotel would have been convenient, but when I drove down there another guest was parked in two spots (not the fault of the hotel) and I was forced to back out. When I went to reception to inform them, they did have a backup parking lot across the street, basically an empty construction lot but locked behind a secured fence…less convenient than the underground lot, but secure which was important. I received immediate assistance from reception staff to escort me to the parking lot to open the gate, both in the evening and at checkout, so no time was lost. The morning breakfast buffet was wonderful with views of the beach across the street. The staff was great and I enjoyed my brief stay in Puntarenas.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Lilliam, Fayetteville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had no window, the room was small, and really could use a make over.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

duane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cool old hotel. Great view from balconies of ocean, nice clean pool and rec. area. Friendly informative staff. Very good breakfast. Very nice walk in front to nice restaurants. large room, had a room with no windows and it was still OK. Would advise trying to get a room facing the ocean if you are spending time in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Biao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I would never stay at this hotel again. Poor room, no coffee machine, no safer. You have to hold the shower to take showers. Very few guests, probably only us stayed there although many rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The stuff at the fromt desk they were very friendly and ready to help. Unfortunately the place luck off cleanliness and good service in the ding aspect is realy bad. We had very old bedding that keep coming off the matress no conforter on the beds and thet offer us this very old ugly I that was not going to use those comforters One of the day rain a lot we stay in we whent to the restaurant for diner we had worse experience with the food cook gave us row frozen stakes it was disgusting. I dont think i will stay at this place ever because it was not cheap
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
No hot water for shower at all, breakfast was same every morning, no options
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beach View

Hotel is right across the street from the beach. Staff was very friendly and accommodations clean. Balcony view was perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

jo anne

Traveled with partner
Overall our stay went well, but our check-in was a mess. This reservation was prepaid (like dozens of others we’ve made with Expedia). For some reason the front desk agent gave us the hotel’s Expedia receipt he had created which showed the room a total of $63 USD cheaper. We should NEVER have been provided that information. It took some translation to figure out what he was trying to show us. Why, we’ll never know. The pool was great, the included breakfast in the open air sidewalk restaurant was fantastic and the views for sunset from the 4th floor balcony were outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Grygorii, San Jose

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented junior suite with ocean view. Ocean view was the only good thing, this was not a suite, just a regular room with a view branded as a suite. Old, barely working tv and fridge, AC was working but couldn't keep the room cool, very noisy location, with music and karaoke, windows and balcony door with gaps and don't block any noise. There were no toiletries in the room, bathroom door is with glass and huge holes , leaving zero privacy. No blinds - 5:30 am sun will wake you up. Hard to park in very small garage, where people block you car.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Puntarenas Beach Hotel

El hotel está en una ubicación accesible hay muchos restaurantes a los alrededores el hotel y lo fundamental la playa queda relativamente cerca
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Francini Mariela

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kristin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our toilet never flushed. We asked the staff to have fixed. Never did. Gross
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

ADOLFO

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so outdated and short on amenities. No way would I stay here again. No blanket, short on towels, pillows were overstuffed and so on.

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyne

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building, location breakfast and staff were great. We had some issues with the shower as you have to hold the shower head at all times and the check in time is not till 3pm, which was a bit inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Grant

6/10 Okay

Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Estella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price, very clean hotel, close to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Norma

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was not good. Staff in the restaurant was rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022