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Our top choices for Playa Matapalo hotels

Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Playa Matapalo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (125 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
James
The price is P4,494
P5,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Hotel Ocotal B&B

Tortuga Verde Glamping

Tortuga Verde Glamping
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Playa Matapalo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"Breakfast was cooked fresh daily."
Canada
Michael
The price is P7,509
P8,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Tortuga Verde Glamping

Siwõ Art Guesthouse

Siwõ Art Guesthouse
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Playa Matapalo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (22 reviews)
"Beach proximity and nearby snorkeling were great. The hotel has a lot of character and beautiful landscaping, but updates need to be finished."
United States
Catherine
The price is P4,700
P5,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Siwõ Art Guesthouse

The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
6.1 km from Playa Matapalo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (714 reviews)
"Loved staying here! I was traveling alone and it was the perfect location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and amenities were nice. Highly recommend and will definitely be coming back!"
United States
Verlin Lopez
The price is P3,561
P4,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
The Palms At Coco Beach

Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Playa Matapalo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (495 reviews)
"Amazing property, such helpful and hospitable staff and the breakfast and food (two dinners we at the restaurant) was excellent! Just a 5 min walk to the beautiful beach. Very relaxing stay!"
United States
Gautami
The price is P5,773
P6,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Hotel Villa Del Sol
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Playa Matapalo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"The stay here was clean and the staff was great. Wonderful breakfast too!"
United States
Alana
The price is P5,089
P5,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Hotel Villa Del Sol

Toro Blanco Resort

Toro Blanco Resort
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Playa Matapalo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
The price is P5,253
P5,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Toro Blanco Resort

Las Catalinas Doorway

Las Catalinas Doorway
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Playa Matapalo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122 reviews)
"Nice area and friendly staff!"
United States
Camille
The price is P6,856
P16,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Las Catalinas Doorway

Finca Brisas de la Montaña

Finca Brisas de la Montaña
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Playa Matapalo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable beds, nice kitchen and close to town!"
Canada
Renee
The price is P8,356
P9,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Finca Brisas de la Montaña

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Playa Matapalo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Beautiful views, wonderful staff. Very accommodating, polite and helpful staff. The evening fire show was fantastic, most romantic stay we’ve ever had."
United States
CYNTHIA
The price is P42,494
P52,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Playa Matapalo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"The stay was amazing, staff were fantastic, and the hotel was remarkable. I would recommend the Santarena to anyone."
United States
Andrew
The price is P17,902
P22,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas

T Loft

T Loft
3.5 star property
9.2 km from Playa Matapalo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
Barry
The price is P8,257
P9,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
T Loft

Parti Gras Hotel & Villas en Potrero

Parti Gras Hotel & Villas en Potrero
2.5 star property
9.1 km from Playa Matapalo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Clean room and very nice staff"
United States
Nathan
The price is P4,313
P4,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Parti Gras Hotel & Villas en Potrero

Suitree Experience Hotel

Suitree Experience Hotel
4.0 star property
10.7 km from Playa Matapalo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"The rooms are beautiful & the view is incredible. Staff is friendly, helpful & welcoming. The restaurant was outstanding. They made us feel very special. We will definitely return to Suitree. Next time we will stay longer."
United States
Nancy
The price is P19,391
P21,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Suitree Experience Hotel

Z102 studios

Z102 studios
4.0 star property
10.4 km from Playa Matapalo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Clean room and easy check in process"
United States
Leah
The price is P9,953
P11,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Z102 studios

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
8.9 km from Playa Matapalo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (935 reviews)
"Rooms where clean and AC was perfect,nice beach 50 feet from our room."
United States
omar
The price is P23,845
P26,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hermosa Paradise

Hermosa Paradise
2.0 star property
9.6 km from Playa Matapalo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (120 reviews)
"The apartment was well equipped. The pool was great and staff was super friendly and helpful."
Canada
Sucel
The price is P3,670
P4,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Hermosa Paradise

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
5.0 star property
7.4 km from Playa Matapalo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Great property, not far from airport, awesome service and a pleasant staff to be around. "
United States
James
The price is P52,222
P66,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Karao - Guancaste Airport

Karao - Guancaste Airport
2.0 star property
19.4 km from Playa Matapalo
6.8 out of 10, (217 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was very friendly. Airport shuttle was on time and driver was very friendly. "
Canada
Cheryl
The price is P4,036
P4,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Karao - Guancaste Airport

Sueño al Mar Residence & Hotel

Sueño al Mar Residence & Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Playa Matapalo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"Place was very nice! Clean and modern. Very quite. Would absolutely stay here again"
Canada
Tyler
The price is P5,187
P5,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Sueño al Mar Residence & Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Matapalo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
125 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
Tortuga Verde Glamping
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
60 reviews
View
Beach nearby, beach bar
Siwõ Art Guesthouse
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
22 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
8.4
Very Good
714 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Hotel Villa del Sueño
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
495 reviews
View

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Matapalo?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa Matapalo, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This welcoming area is known for its array of dining options and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Playa Matapalo?
Adjacent to Playa Matapalo, Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this property offers 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Another good option is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive, located just 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.
How many hotels will I find close to Playa Matapalo?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Playa Matapalo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Matapalo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Playa Matapalo.
What can I see and do near Playa Matapalo?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Coco Beach, Ocotal Beach, and Bahia Pez Vela Beach. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Danta Beach, Playa Penca, and Playa Prieta. You might plan a visit to Diamante Eco Adventure Park or Haras del Mar Equestrian Center while you're in the area.