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Santarena Hotel
Las Catalinas, Costa Rica
Santarena Hotel
Las Catalinas, Costa Rica
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An Authentic Costa Rican Getaway that Blends Nature and Elegance

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2023 IP Members Choice Award

The Santarena Hotel is a magnificent escape that seamlessly blends the best of luxury and the natural world. Set in between two picturesque Pacific beaches in Costa Rica, this upscale oasis lives in Las Catalinas, a tropical town, which allows no cars and aims to inspire visitors to connect with the land and bohemian culture. This dreamlike destination offers the best of both worlds, with the sprawling sea to one side and lush forestry to the other. With gorgeous accommodations, a lively lounge, access to the area’s famed beaches, and a rooftop pool, your visit will be one to remember. Highlights of the resort include:

  • 45 guestrooms equipped with modern designs meant to inspire and ease the soul
  • A rooftop terrace next to a swimming pool, with breathtaking views and a gin cart
  • Opportunities to swim, paddleboard, kayak, or snorkel at the region’s best beaches
  • A magical landscape offering hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails surrounding the resort
  • Urban spa experience across the street, where guests can enjoy a massage or manicure
  • Walking distance from Las Catalinas and its shops, plazas, parks, and restaurants

Living by the mantra “pura vida,” Santarena Hotel encourages a lifestyle where wellness is a top priority and where nature is cared for and enjoyed by all. The authentic, laid-back warmth throughout the resort makes this the ideal home base.

Hotel Amenities

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Event Space
Non-Smoking Rooms
Non-Smoking
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Pool
Spa
Spa
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Accommodations

Spread over four floors, Santarena Hotel’s 45 guestrooms are filled with a contemporary cool design with calming accents. Perfect for resting and recharging after active days in the sun and lively social evenings, rooms come equipped with comfortable furnishings and locally sourced amenities. Large floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the lovely Plaza Almendros and sustainable hardwood floors give an extra luxurious touch. The option of adjoining rooms offers extra connectedness for close friends and families traveling together. For extended-stay guests, there’s also a wide array of residential options, from one- and two-bedroom flats to large multiple-bedroom homes.

You will receive attentive service and unparalleled hospitality with a stay at Santarena Hotel. Daily housekeeping, a 24-hour concierge desk, and thoughtful staff are ready to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

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Get the very best features of a luxury hotel within the comforts of a residential setting.

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Dining

Savor fresh flavors that accentuate Costa Rica’s seas, mountains, and farms, where the ingredients are drawn from, as you dine on Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at this luxe oceanside hotel.

Santarena Hotel Ponciana Restaurant

Ponciana Restaurant – Inspired by summers in the Mediterranean and a general joy for life, the dishes at this signature restaurant feature ingredients sourced directly from Costa Rica. Its convivial atmosphere lends itself not only to sipping and dining, but to gathering as well.

Cuatro Calle la Ronda – Open all day with a grab-and-go menu, this bakery serves up house-made breads, wraps, salads, French pastries, and other Mediterranean-inspired bites that can be enjoyed on the terrace or taken with you on your next adventure.

Ponciana Bar Bocas – Sip specialty cocktails while enjoying small plates like charcuterie or bruschetta in this cozy, elevated lounge.

Activities at Santarena Hotel

Santarena Hotel Beach

Take a plunge in the pool or sip a cocktail with friends at the rooftop lounge. Jaunt down to the beach in the afternoon and return in the evening for a delectable dinner.

The hotel hosts several activities for hotel guests, including wine tastings, beach barbecues, dinners on the beach, and roasted s’mores around a firepit. For more active adventures, enlist the help of the concierge to delve into horseback riding excursions, surf lessons, riverboat cruises, zip-lining tours, scuba diving, sunset snorkeling trips, and hikes through Rincón de la Vieja National Park.

When venturing out on your own, head to the town of Las Catalinas and explore the many charming plazas, parks, shops, restaurants, and scenic outlooks, all within walking distance of the hotel. The tropical forest hills present hiking and biking trails while the Pacific Ocean offers access to swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Other area attractions include an urban day spa, sunset cruises, Marino las Baulas National Park, and a collection of beautiful beaches.

Other Nearby Activities & Attractions

  • Center of Joy
  • Tamaki sushi restaurant
  • Danta and Dantita Beaches
  • Pura Vida Ride
  • Papagayo Brewing Co.
  • Robert Trent Jones Golf Course III
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park

Location

Santarena Hotel is placed along the shore of the Pacific Ocean in Las Catalinas, within the Guanacaste Province of northwest Costa Rica. The oasis sits between two gorgeous beaches and borders lush forest hills. The town is refreshingly car-free and it prides itself on its walkable public spaces woven within nature.

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Address

2 Calle La Ronda, Las Catalinas, Guanacaste , Costa Rica

Transportation

  • Airport
    • Tamarindo Airport is 16 mi / 27 km from the hotel.
    • Liberia International Airport is 25 mi / 40 km from the hotel.
    • Tomas Guardia Airport is 44 mi / 71 km from the hotel.


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