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Our top choices for Playa Piñuela hotels

A wooden cabin with large windows, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

1. Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
14.7 km from Playa Piñuela
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"The lodge was nice with nice restaurant adjacent, good food. Quiet town with few extras but several DYI beach and wildlife viewing opportunities."
United States
Bruce
The price is ￥9,222
￥15,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Santa Elena Lodge
A resort pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

2. Nandel Beach Resort

Nandel Beach Resort
3.5 star property
6.2 km from Playa Piñuela
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (228 reviews)
"Excellent customer service the food is amazing clean property and room."
United States
Marshall
The price is ￥19,180
￥21,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Nandel Beach Resort
A cozy lounge area with plush seating, a wooden table, and various potted plants.

3. Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
6.5 km from Playa Piñuela
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Charming little hotel at the most beautiful viewpoint in all of Guanacaste. Excellent food and nice and quiet."
Canada
Susan
The price is ￥12,645
￥14,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Hotel Punta Descartes
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf.

4. Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
2.5 star property
6 km from Playa Piñuela
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"Everything was great, especially the staff, and all the conveniences."
United States
carl
The price is ￥5,653
￥8,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
A person meditating on a wooden deck with a view of mountains and trees.

5. Casa Paz by Otium

Casa Paz by Otium
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Playa Piñuela
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Incroyable endroit de paix! Propriété magnifique avec chevaux, si singes… la cabane rustique tient bien c’est nom, c’est rustique! Mais l’expérience vaut la peine. Le manager sur place est d’une gentillesse et d’un dévouement incroyable! Sans voiture, l’endroit n’est pas très facile d’accès, mais avec une voiture il n’y a pas de problème. C’était le stop parfait avant de traverser au Nicaragua."
Canada
David
The price is ￥9,394
￥10,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Casa Paz by Otium
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a swimming pool and outdoor seating area.

6. Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari
3.0 star property
7.5 km from Playa Piñuela
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Un lugar sin privacidad. La parte frontal de la habitación es de vidrio( Sucios) lo que expone a los huéspedes a la mirada en todo momento de cualquier persona. Durante nuestra estancia habían trabajadores que acentúaban aún más este problema. Además, mantenían música y conversaciones a alto volumen. Parquear es todo un reto, especialmente con un coche grande y con otros coches en el parqueo. Para salir de la propiedad hay que bajar del coche y digitar un código, lo cual me parece una...
United States
Oscar
The price is ￥25,297
￥31,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari
A poolside area with a bar and outdoor seating.

7. JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive

JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
4.5 star property
6.7 km from Playa Piñuela
The price is ￥109,102
￥109,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Piñuela

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A wooden cabin with large windows, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
32 reviews
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A resort pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
Nandel Beach Resort
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
228 reviews
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A cozy lounge area with plush seating, a wooden table, and various potted plants.
Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
29 reviews
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A wooden cabin room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf.
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
78 reviews
View
A person meditating on a wooden deck with a view of mountains and trees.
Casa Paz by Otium
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1 review
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Top Playa Piñuela Hotel Reviews

Nandel Beach Resort

Nandel Beach Resort

8/10 Good
"Clean room and great staff."
Corey 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Nandel Beach Resort

Other attractions near Playa Piñuela

Playa Conventillos

9.2/10 (17 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Conventillos during your trip to La Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Piñuela?
Playa Piñuela is located in La Cruz. You'll find 27 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Playa Piñuela?
Nandel Beach Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. It's located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Playa Piñuela. Other good options within a few miles include Bolanos Bay and Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort.
How many hotels will I find near Playa Piñuela?
Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Playa Piñuela.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Piñuela, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Playa Piñuela.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Playa Piñuela?
For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Playa Piñuela, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do near Playa Piñuela?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Bolanos Island National Wildlife Refuge and Ostional Wildlife Reserve. Dip your toes in the water at Playa Copal, Playa Coco, and Playa Papaturro. Enjoy nature at Playa Jobo, Playa Conventillos, or Playa Puerto Soley.