Laguna del Cocodrilo

Hotels
Independent
7.8 (103 reviews)
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309 , Tamarindo , CR

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Snorkeling nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Warm and accommodating owners
Supportive vibe

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.41
The owners and cleaning service folks are just very warm and accommodating.
Location
8.45
The vibe is accepting and supportive.
Room Quality
7.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
7.43
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
7.39
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.44
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.91
A great, small hotel experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 14:39

Property Description

Recreation Opportunities
Enjoy the use of bicycles for rent and take in the view from the terrace and garden.

Dining Options
Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe or grab a bite at the snack bar/deli.

Featured Amenities
Experience complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and a picnic area. Enjoy access to complimentary newspapers, luggage storage, and a library.

Set amidst various local attractions, Laguna del Cocodrilo offers an unforgettable stay near Tamarindo Beach. Book now for a relaxing getaway.

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 103 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.41
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.43
Value for Money: 7.39
Food and Beverage: 7.44
Overall Experience: 7.91
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Sean
10
Pros:

The owners and cleaning service folks are just very warm and accommodating. The vibe is accepting and supportive. I stayed here 20 years ago and had a similar experience. They are nice people running a great, small hotel.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
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Janie
10
Pros:

Loved it. Definitely recommend it.

2025-07-03 via Nuitee
J
Jamie D partner
10
Pros:

Everything weas great, no easy access to beach as it implies, but gorgeous none-the-less.

2025-06-02 via Nuitee
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Julijana
6
Pros:

This property was unfortunately older than the photos and could use new beds or memory foam toppers. The cleaning staff was very nice and accommodating.
It’s walking distance to the main strip but furthermore to the shops the beach is close but there is no shade there.

2025-04-13 via Nuitee
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Robert
8
Pros:

For the price and location it was very nice. But if you are looking to have dinner take the minute walk towards town many restaurants The restaurants that is there is expensive and not very good.

2025-03-22 via Nuitee
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Ken
10
Pros:

Ez access to the beach.

2025-03-18 via Nuitee
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Michael
10
Pros:

Need way better signs out front!!!!!
Like to never found property.

2025-03-08 via Nuitee
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Michael
8
Pros:

Occasional barking dog at night, one night went a bit long, but the responsibility of the hotel? Can't do much about a noisy neighbor...maybe a temporary thing. Staff wonderful, place very clean and great view out the window. Good value!

2025-03-05 via Nuitee
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steve
4
Pros:

The chambermaid Marta was great The rest of the other than two people were the worst staff in my coming to tamarindo for 15 years. People working behind the bar and the receptionist didn't even say hi when I entered the lobby. Really sad.

2025-02-26 via Nuitee
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Robert partner
10
Pros:

Great place to stay highly recommend

2025-02-11 via Nuitee
G
Guadalupe
10
Nice stay
Pros:

Check in was easy the hotel was a cute boutique style hotel staff was friendly and very convenient has a restaurant downstairs with great food and decent prices for the area

2025-02-06 via Nuitee
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Alejandro family
4
Pros:

The parking is practically on the street, the cabin is just enough to stay a night but it’s difficult to sleep because the place is next to Main Street so you hear cars all night long, there is a bad smell.

2025-02-01 via Nuitee
D
Dawn
6
Pros:

Very basic but just what we needed!. Staff was friendly especially the housekeepers. Would recommend and hopefully will will be back again!

2025-01-30 via Nuitee
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Ernest
8
Pros:

Room was nice for the price

2025-01-27 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Thank you for great service!
Pros:

I gave this spot 4 stars because of how amazing the people were. Specifically the man who checked me in and the overall service. The A/C wouldn’t turn on in my room so I was upgraded to a much better room with a balcony which I really appreciated! The issue is that the sheets and bedding were stained so it didn’t feel clean I didn’t even use the pillows I used my sweater lol - new linens would be a good investment for this property. Also the bathroom didn’t smell clean at all and the hallway and room was infested with mosquitoes so bring your choice of deet! I usually use the natural stuff but it won’t work in this spot…
Thank you for the amazing service but ownership should consider a new linen order and maybe some bleach in the bathroom!

2024-11-25 via Nuitee
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Mark
8
Pros:

It is a good property and location for the price. Several things didn't work and it was difficult to get it fixed. I wouldn't take my family there, but it was ok for a guys trip.

2024-11-22 via Nuitee
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Shulamit family
10
Pros:

Very great proximity to the beach for an affordable price! Great value for money. Parking is available and directly in front of the hotel. Staff are flexible and helpful

2024-07-20 via Nuitee
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Matthew family_with_children
8
Pros:

Close to the beach!

2024-07-11 via Nuitee
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Ker friends
6
Pros:

Las toallas son muy viejas, manchadas y rotas, el estacionamiento es el mismo para el restaurante y el hotel, ellos no aseguran estacionamiento para los huéspedes.

2024-06-24 via Nuitee
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Casey partner
8
Pros:

If you are ok with staying in a room that has the bare minimum this place is a gem for its location and rustic charm. The view from our room was amazing with beachfront access and the food at the Red Door restaurant downstairs was amazing! They had live music and friendly staff. There aren’t any frills and the staff did not speak English but the location and seclusion at the north end of Tamarindo made it such a delight for us.

2024-06-10 via Nuitee