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Laguna del Cocodrilo

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel within walking distance of Tamarindo Beach

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Property grounds
Chambre, vue jardin #7
Reception
Garden
Junior Suite (#12)
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
The current price is CA $69
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12

Room options

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Room, Beach View #8

Room, Beach View #8

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Garden View (#3)

Highlights

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

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Room, City View (#10) | Bathroom

Room, City View (#10)

Highlights

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

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Room, City View (#9)

Room, City View (#9)

Highlights

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

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Chambre, vue jardin #7

Chambre, vue jardin #7

Highlights

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

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Room, Beach View (#6)

Room, Beach View (#6)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Garden View (#2)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, Garden View (#1)

Room, Garden View (#1)

Room, Garden View (#1)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Terrace/patio

Surfo House

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 9 reviews
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About the area

Map
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playa Langosta - 9 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Casino Diria - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Grande Beach - 30 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 30 min drive - 15.9 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
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬8 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.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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
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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
DONE

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

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

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Beach
Room
Restaurant
Service staff
Bed
Location
Walking
View
Air conditioning
Shower

What guests liked

  • The property offers direct access to a beautiful beach with a short walk and stunning ocean views from many rooms. (14 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

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 family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The parking is practically on the street, the cabin is just enough to stay a night but it’s difficult to sleep because the place is next to Main Street so you hear cars all night long, there is a bad smell.
Alejandro, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Room was nice for the price
Ernest, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

george, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Close to the beach!
Matthew, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Las toallas son muy viejas, manchadas y rotas, el estacionamiento es el mismo para el restaurante y el hotel, ellos no aseguran estacionamiento para los huéspedes.
Ker, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jamie, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ronny, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice room and view
Scott, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Viktor, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Convenient location, and a private path to the beach. But no one at front desk when trying to check out at 8am, the toilet in our room was really dirty. You’re right on the Main Street so it can get noisy but that’s to be expected.
Johnathon, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Ok... So the access to the beach was nice. Sadly it's ridiculously hot in the back as there is no airflow near the building. The room was highly disappointing. Nothing like pictures. Mold in bathroom and main room. Dead bugs squished on walls. No cups in room for water or anything. Shower was horrible most of the time as hot water was non existent at first, then excruciating the next day and could not get it to cool down at all. There was a used toothpick under the bedsheet. The towels especially and blanket on the bed were rags. Had 1 face cloth for the entire week we stayed. Parking was precarious and sketchy right on the road. One couple that started 2 nights next to us had money stolen from them their last night. Crazy dogs next door (possible the owners dogs) woke us up every morning but the last one before 6am. The locks on the doors of the rooms are terrible to operate and I had to help a couple other guests get there's to lock since I figured out mine after 2 days being frustrated with it. We did not see the sheets changed between guests in either room next to ours and the guests changed almost every day. The restaurant next door, which is NOT PART OF THE HOTEL, does play music until 10 or 11pm, but they were very nice and have great service and amazing food. They informed us that the hotel is being bought by another hotel owner and there are plans to clean up and renovate the current hotel and premises. I recommend that people only stay here if you have to.
Michael, 8-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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