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Grande Beach

4.6/5 (205 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Grande Beach during your travels in Playa Grande? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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There is excellent bird and wildlife watching in the park. The nearby Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge, a salt water mangrove estuary, is thick with black-bellied whistling ducks, roseate spoonbills, yellow-crowned night herons, kingfishers and crocodiles. Howler monkeys, raccoons and coatimundis are also frequently spotted.
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Las Baulas National Marine Park

4.6/5 (48 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Las Baulas National Marine Park and enjoy the surfing in Playa Grande. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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Surfers flock to the pristine golden sands of Playa Grande for its consistent waves and nesting leatherback turtles. Join a guided turtle watching tour at Las Baulas National Marine Park or take surf lessons from local instructors who know the best breaks.

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La Botella de Leche - Hostel

La Botella de Leche - Hostel

50 Meters From Banco Nacional Tamarindo Guanacaste
The price is ₩118,261 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
₩118,261
₩133,640 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (66 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Playa Grande?
Hotel Cantarana is a favorite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Traveler reviews also recommend Pipe House Playa Grande and Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana as top choices for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Playa Grande.
What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Playa Grande has to offer?
Las Catalinas Doorway: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near Playa Grande, which is located on the beach and has a terrace, a garden, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include kitchenware to make your meal-planning easier. Make the most of the outdoor tennis courts in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in Playa Grande.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Playa Grande, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Playa Grande.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Playa Grande?
For more information about updating your trip to Playa Grande or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Playa Grande?
Based on our traveler reviews, ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Playa Grande.
What's the best accommodation for a family trip to Playa Grande?
RipJack Inn is a hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Kids of all ages will also enjoy a visit to Las Baulas National Marine Park. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Playa Grande.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Playa Grande?
Hotel El Manglar is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features a full-service spa and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Playa Grande.
What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Playa Grande?
RipJack Inn is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant for its human guests. Other good choices for you and your pet's trip include Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana and ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Playa Grande.
What's the best hotel to stay with easy access to Grande Beach?
Adjacent to Grande Beach, Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort and Wyndham Tamarindo.
What about the best place to stay close to Las Baulas National Marine Park?
One of the top choices for your stay is RipJack Inn, located next to Las Baulas National Marine Park, and this 3.5-star hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Playa Grande Park Villas and ONDA - Playa Grande are a couple of other good options close by.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Playa Grande?
Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana is a top beachfront hotel offering 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa, located within a short 6-minute walk of Grande Beach. Other good options for your beach trip include Pipe House Playa Grande and Hotel Cantarana. See more stays near the beach in Playa Grande.
What are some hotels with pools in Playa Grande?
RipJack Inn is a top hotel with 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free WiFi. Villas Kalei is another choice with an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Playa Grande.
What is the best spa hotel in Playa Grande?
Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana is a highly recommended beach spa hotel featuring a bar and a restaurant. Enjoy a facial, Swedish massage, or body treatment at the onsite spa. Another popular spa hotel in Playa Grande is Hotel Cantarana. See all spa hotels in Playa Grande.
What is the best accommodation for staying close to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Other options close to the airport are Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport.
What's it like to stay in Playa Grande?
Families will find kid-friendly activities in Playa Grande, and visitors give high marks for the beaches and top-notch restaurants. A top sight in the city is Tamarindo Beach. In Playa Grande, there are 187 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Playa Grande.
What are the top places to visit in Playa Grande?
The natural setting is picturesque, namely the stunning beaches, and these places to see: Tamarindo Beach, Las Baulas National Marine Park, and Ventanas Beach. Additionally, you might want to add Grande Beach to your itinerary. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Playa Grande guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Playa Grande?
The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Playa Grande are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of rainfall.