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Laguna del Cocodrilo

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel within walking distance of Tamarindo Beach

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Located near Tamarindo Beach, Laguna del Cocodrilo offers a tranquil retreat with a coffee shop, garden, and snack bar. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or unwind in the library. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$83 nightly
The total price is $94
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Room, Garden View (#1) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Garden View (#1)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Garden View (#2)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 265 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Beach View (#6) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Beach View (#6)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 377 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Chambre, vue jardin #7 | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chambre, vue jardin #7

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, City View (#9) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, City View (#9)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 375 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, City View (#10) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Room, City View (#10)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 375 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Beach View #8 | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Beach View #8

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room Garden View (#3)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Garden View (#3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Playa Langosta - 9 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Casino Diria - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 30 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 5 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 78 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Laguna del Cocodrilo

Laguna del Cocodrilo offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkeling. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: CRC 10000 per stay

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Laguna Cocodrilo Hotel Tamarindo
Laguna Cocodrilo Hotel
Laguna Cocodrilo Tamarindo
Laguna Cocodrilo
Laguna del Cocodrilo Hotel
Laguna del Cocodrilo Tamarindo
Laguna del Cocodrilo Hotel Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

Does Laguna del Cocodrilo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Laguna del Cocodrilo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Laguna del Cocodrilo?

Yes, pets stay free. A deposit of CRC 10000 per stay is required. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Laguna del Cocodrilo?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Laguna del Cocodrilo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Laguna del Cocodrilo?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (11-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Laguna del Cocodrilo and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Laguna del Cocodrilo like?

Laguna del Cocodrilo is a short 4-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 15 minutes' walk from WAYRA Institute of Spanish.

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Reviews

Laguna del Cocodrilo Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Beach
Room
Restaurant
Service staff
Bed
Location
View
Walking
Bathroom
Shower

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Was a really nice hotel, perfect location.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sean, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything weas great, no easy access to beach as it implies, but gorgeous none-the-less.
Jamie D, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location
Alain, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay

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
Guadalupe, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ez access to the beach.
Ken, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Very basic but just what we needed!. Staff was friendly especially the housekeepers. Would recommend and hopefully will will be back again!
Dawn, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Julijana, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

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!
Michael, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is very well located. Walkable distance to supermarket and restaurants. Parking on site and friendly staff.
Cecilia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Walking distance to town and beach

We loved this place! Walking distance to downtown. Very friendly staff.
Stacey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Shulamit, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was my 2nd visit to Laguna de Cocodrilos. Great, quiet location right off the beach at the mouth of the estuary. Only a few minutes walking distance to downtown. Stayed in a Jr. Suite (#12) and thoroughly enjoyed my brief stay.
JOHN, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Other than an unusual smell in the room, it’s everything you need, steps to the beach, with a great restaurant on site at a very affordable price. It’s a simple room in great surroundings
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a very great place directly on the beach. Far enough from downtown for quiet night, but still pretty close and walking distance (10-15minutes) to all activities and restaurants. Nice owners and staff
Marie-Eve, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Mark, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is located steps from the beach, no street to cross. Parking was easy. Ten minute walk to town center. Close to restaurants, shopping and nightlife.
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Casey, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place was right where I wanted to be and easy access to all! Away from all the fuss but close enough to walk to them if I had chosen to. My room was perfect as I can see the ocean in the morning and walk straight out to the river to cross to get to Playa Grande.
Christian, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were awesome. I sprained my ankle pretty badly in town and they were so helpful. One of the staff is well educated in first aid and he completely assessed my ankle and helped with icing it and immobilizing it. The check in was smooth and very laid back feeling. Room was super clean and great size. They have an outdoor shower to rinse of the sand. The dining room has amazing food. The price was really inexpensive. I would stay there again

2/10 Poor

The room was nasty! There was a cockroach, the shower was broken, and I couldn't even control the water temperature. And most of the time, there wasn't even anyone at the front desk... The only good thing was that it was close to the beach. Oh, and the people who worked there were nice, I guess.
Osvaldo, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The accomodations were okay. The room was clean but basic and small for 3 people. Beds were not very comfortable. We only stayed one night so it was fine. Our room was on the street side and it was very noisy with traffic at all hours, even through the night. The staff was friendly and the restaurant downstairs was very lovely and a good place to sit near the beach and watch the animals in the trees. We saw 3 monkeys just hanging out in one tree and a huge iguana resting in another tree just above us.
Beth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thank you for great service!

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!
2-night trip

6/10 Good

We stayed in suite #12 and had a great ocean view. I think the view would have been better in room #11 as it seemed they didnt have as many trees blocking the view. The room had a nice size bathroom with shower that had hot water and pressure as long as they qerent watering plants outside. The room came with a safe, fridge and giant balcony with table and two chairs plus some floor pillows. The linens were stained and ripped but clean and comfortable. Towels need to be updated or have those available to bring to the beach. LOTS of ants, if you plan on keeping food in your room make sure to bring ziploc baggies to keep the ants out. The Red Dor Restaurant downstairs adds such a cool vibe to staying on the balcony which was one of our favorite things to do after sunset. Also lots of iguanas and saw monkeys almost daily. If they updated their linens I would give this facility 4 stars but currently its more of a 3 star hotel with the location and the restaurant downstairs adding in that 3rd star. Easy to walk to downtown/beach pr grab an uber and go. This hotel is on the nice sandy, private end of the beach which is a giant bonus.