Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Hotels
9.1 (425 reviews)
Camino Las Catalinas 2 Calle La Ronda , Playa Flamingo , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Beautiful surroundings
Cons:
Limited pool hours
Breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
9.28
Rooms are clean and well-maintained, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.75
Staff are friendly and accommodating, significantly enhancing the stay experience.
Location
9.79
Perfect location close to restaurants, activities, and beach.
Room Quality
9.24
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with good decor.
Amenities
8.27
Rooftop pool is small and limited hours of service, but generally good amenities.
Value for Money
8.23
Breakfast quality does not match the price point, slightly overpriced.
Food and Beverage
8.78
Restaurant has good food and service, but breakfast options could improve.
Overall Experience
9.45
Overall a wonderful experience with lovely surroundings and friendly people.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-16 14:02

Property Description

Beachfront Urban Resort with a Tropical Twist

Rooftop Pool and Sea-View Lounge
Enjoy breathtaking Costa Rican sunsets from our refreshing rooftop pool and lounge, the perfect spot to unwind and relax.

Diverse Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of culinary experiences at our all-day bakery, ground-floor restaurant, and nearby specialty dining venues, offering something for every taste.

Wellness and Relaxation
Rejuvenate your body and mind at the state-of-the-art wellness center with meditation room and yoga studio, or pamper yourself at the nearby Wake Day spa for a range of luxurious treatments.

Experience the perfect blend of beachfront luxury and urban sophistication at Santarena Hotel. Book now to immerse yourself in the beauty of Las Catalinas.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LIR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 425 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.79
Room Quality: 9.24
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 8.78
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Bruna • solo_traveller • br
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Tomás • couple • cr
10
Muy bonito
Pros:

Todo

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • couple • us
10
Our stay at Santanera was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and cared for, but what made
Pros:

What I loved most about this hotel was how peaceful and beautifully designed everything was. The property is stunning, with incredible views, thoughtful architecture, and a relaxing atmosphere that made it easy to unwind. The rooms were comfortable, clean, and well-appointed, and the staff was warm, welcoming, and always willing to help. Every detail felt intentional, from the landscaping to the overall guest experience. The location in Las Catalinas is also unbeatable—it’s the perfect place to disconnect, explore the charming town, and enjoy the natural beauty of Costa Rica. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway.

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • couple • us
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • cr
10
Perfecto para descansar y relajarse
Pros:

Todo ! Excelente atención del personal, habitación súper cómoda, excelente ubicación y desayuno delicioso.
100% recomendado

Cons:

En realidad todo me pareció muy bien.
Podría mejorar que las luces de emergencia estén colocadas en otro lugar que no sea cerca de la cama ya que al apagar todas las luces del cuarto se ve esa luz intermitente un poquito molesta.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Fabiana • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Conforto do quarto, cordialidade dos funcionários, área da piscina, café da manhã.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • solo_traveller • cr
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Mária Greta • couple • sk
8
Boli sme na Danta Beach, na Conchal, na Flamingo, ale najživšie je na Tamarindo Beach.
Pros:

Plážová reštaurácia ponúkala skvelé morské plody. Aj ostatné reštaurácie vo veľmi blízkom okolí boli dobré. Celý komplex Las Catalinas pripomína mini mestečko ako niekde z Európy, dokonale vybudované cesty, chodníky, zeleň a stromy dotvárajú architektúru, objekty sú strážené.

Cons:

Čakali sme krajšiu a väčšiu pláž, voda nebola celkom číra. Na vedľajšiu malú plážičku sme my neprešli po skalách ako niektorí ľudia, ale išli sme do kopca po prašnom chodníku medzi stromkami a kríkmi, v botaskách.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • couple • de
10
Tolles Hotel wenn man über die Lage hinwegsieht.
Pros:

Scheinbar noch sehr neues Hotel. Sehr komfortabel. Große Zimmer.

Cons:

Die gesamte Bucht ist leider mit einer grausamen Eigentumswohnungsanlage bebaut. Da erinnert nichts an Costa Rica.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Marcela • couple • cr
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Dana • couple • cr
8
Nice stay, beautiful beach, relaxed and great service
Pros:

It had great service, the general facilities were clean.

Cons:

Our room fridge was dirty. And the breakfast wasn’t very good. The poached eggs were hard.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Erik • couple • us
10
Beautiful getaway location with 5 star service and accommodations set in an idylic little town.
Pros:

We were visiting as part of our wedding anniversary and the staff made sure we had balloons, confetti and chocolate strawberries in the room to celebrate. Everything about the hotel and the town is amazingly quaint, clean and quiet. The staff was always helpful and friendly going well beyond normal expectations. The rooftop pool was a beautiful view, clean and nice.

Cons:

There were a couple of small things that were not bad, but worth noting if you are going to visit.
1. It is a small remote town, so it isn't convenient to go anywhere else from here. This also means that there is only one small & expensive market as well as a very limited number of restaurants.
2. Although the infinity pool on the roof is amazing, clean and quiet, the pool and the space is rather small.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Marjorie • couple • cr
10
Javier el del restaurante excelente y la muchacha del bar de cabello largo negro también, en realidad todos un 100
Pros:

Es muy hermoso todo

Cons:

Todo estuvo bien

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Alejandra • couple • cr
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Magdalena • solo_traveller • cl
10
Increíble! No nos queríamos ir
Pros:

Muy lindo, muy agradable

Cons:

El ascensor estaba malo

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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María Daniela • family_with_children • cr
9
Esperaba más aunque la pasé bien
Pros:

Las Actividades para niños de pascua

Cons:

Al llegar no había nadie que nos ayudara con el check in estuvimos con un niño de 4 años buscando donde hacer check in y dejar el carro. La respuesta del equipo fue es que es algo nuevo. Consideró importante! Agréguelo a los mensajes de la reserva: su check In se realiza en tal lugar… puede llevar su carro quien lo lleva al Valet etc … un mensaje ya creado y que solo tengan que envía cambiaría mucho este mal rato. Nos recibieron y no nos dieron la llave de la habitación. La verdad valoramos el trabajo del coordinador del restaurante que nos ayudo y del Valet que nos llegó a la habitación y pido permiso para abrir y dejarnos instalados mientras nos traía las llaves

Las puertas del balcón sonaban y se abrieron durante la noche con el viento…

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • couple • cr
9
Lugar espectacular
Pros:

La arquitectura del pueblo, la tranquilidad y las vistas desde la altura, el paisaje es espectacular

Cons:

El servicio del restaurante Ponciana, muy mal servicio de parte de un salonero en específico, pero la calidad de la comida excelente

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Deisy • couple • gt
10
Una experiencia soñada !
Pros:

Absolutamente, todo ! El lugar es espectacular!!el servicio excelente, disfrutamos mucho !

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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caroline • extended_group • fr
10
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Javier • family_with_children • cr
10
Pros:

la comida y el lugar

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee