Santarena Hotel, Costa Rica Las Catalinas
Live the “pura vida” at the new Santarena Hotel in Costa Rica.
LOCAL CHARITY
Your $10 will provide school supplies for a child in an underserved community in Guanacaste
Wellness
Aquatics Fitness
Massage Services
Non-Smoking Hotel
Hiking Trails
Running Paths
Vegetarian Food Options
Fitness Programs
Stand up paddleboard
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Green
Towel Program
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Ecolab
Responsible Watering
Recycle Program
Community Impact
Donates Back
Local Artisan Products
New Jobs Created
Community Charity
Community Outreach program with Abriendo Mentes
Guest Rooms
ABOUT
The Setting
In the heart of Las Catalinas, a tropical car-free town overlooking the Pacific with charming plazas, shops and restaurants interwoven in nature, is the recently christened Santarena Hotel. Paying homage to the old mansions of cities like Havana and Cartagena, this bohemian pearl offers authentic coastal relaxation, picture a stunning rooftop terrace pool, sweeping ocean views and shaded areas perfect for meditation and yoga. Oh, it doesn’t stop there. You’re mere steps away from 40+ kilometers of hiking and biking trails and postcard-worthy Playa Danta, where paddleboarding, swimming, kayaking and snorkeling are on the daily menu.
Sleep and Sanctuary
The 45 stylish rooms and suites at Santarena are seamlessly woven with gracious hospitality and feature king sized beds, woods floors made from sustainable materials, and large bathrooms that showcase locally sourced amenities. Most of the rooms come with balconies adorned with handmade Cuban-style tiles and all offer modern touches like Wi-Fi, HDTV with cable and independent AC thermostats.
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Amenities
Airport Transportation
Complimentary Breakfast
Complimentary WiFi
Restaurant
Bar Lounge
Flat Screen TV
Kids Club
Beachfront
Valet
Pool
Handicap Accessible
Golf Course
Free Parking
Room Service
OPTIONAL EXTRAS + FEES
Check-in
- 3:00 PM | Must be 18 years old to check-in
- Early and Late check-in upon availability
Check-out
- 11 AM
- Late check-out upon availability, the fee is 50% of the room rate
Special check-in instructions
- The front desk is open daily from 5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Accessibility
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD $80 per day
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD $60 per stay
IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Kind Eats and Drinks
- Limonada is a casual beachfront resto inspired by life in the tropics
- Enjoy sea and farm to table bites in a spectacular setting at Sentido Norte
- Koji’s is a local fave for fresh sushi under a tin roof
Conscious Culture
- Pop into neighborhood gem, LaPula Art Shop & Studio
- Check out the Rojas Bros Boruca Indigenous Arts
- Browse or learn how to make indigineous pottery at Guaitil Pottery Studio
Mindful Adventures
- SUP in natural splendor with Pura Vida Ride
- Visit the stunning Las Baulas National Marine Park
- Hke the picturesque Punta Penca Trail
- Looking for local recs? ViaHero connects travelers with locals who create a personalized guidebook, all for just $30/day. Find a local to help plan your trip in Costa Rica.
Do Good for the Day
- Take a citizen science tour and learn to protect with Connect Ocean
- Visit Abriendo Mentes for an Outreach Program
- Donate to Cepia and help Costa Rican youth
Be Kind to Yourself
- Stretch it out on the beach at ReFLEXion Yoga Tamarindo
- Pamper yourself a stone's’ throw away at Wake Day Spa
- Take in the natural beauty and peace at any of the four surrounding yoga and meditation platforms.
Las Catalinas, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica
HOW TO GET THERE
By Plane
40 km from Liberia International Airport (LIR) (Taxi approx: $50-$65) Santarena is happy to arrange transportation from LIR.
By Bus/Metro
Roughly 4 hours ($4-$6) via Nicoya-Liberia line to Playa Danta with stops through Santa Cruz.
By Automobile
Car rental is the preferred mode of transportation and several carriers are serviced at LIR. 25 miles or 1 hour drive from LIR to Santarena Hotel via route 911. Parking is free for guests, however, Las Catalinas is a car free town. The hotel can be reached through the adventurous Monkey Trail (4WD needed) or the longer paved route through Belen.