Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas
Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is a 45-room Playa Danta hotel with beach access, pool, spa, restaurant, bar, bakery, and waterfront or garden outlooks.
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- Address
- Playa Danta, Cam. Las Catalinas, Provincia de Guanacaste, Las Catalinas, 50304, Costa Rica
- Phone
- +506 2106 1500
- Website
- santarenahotel.com
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45 rooms at Playa Danta
Playa Danta anchors Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas in Las Catalinas, Guanacaste. Its 45 rooms keep the stay on a smaller scale than a large resort format.
Beach access, pool, spa, and fitness center
Beach access pairs with a pool, spa, fitness center, concierge, wifi, and room service. That mix suits travelers who want resort-style facilities without leaving the property for daily basics.
Restaurant, bar, bakery, and waterfront views
The restaurant, bar, coffee shop, and bakery sit alongside on-site dining and smart casual dress. Locally sourced cooking, waterfront and garden outlooks, and Michelin Selected status in 2025 frame the hotel as dining-capable, not just a bed base.
In Context: Similar Options
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas | Mediterranean-inspired colonial boutique hotel with homage to classic Caribbean coastal towns like Havana and Cartagena; community-focused design integrated into the car-free village of Las Catalinas. | $$$ | 4-Star | Las Catalinas |
| Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique | Sophisticated cliffside resort harmonizing biophilic design with Guanacaste's natural landscape. | $$$$ | 5-Star | Punta Cacique |
| El Mangroove, Autograph Collection | Contemporary boutique resort blending tropical Costa Rican aesthetics with modern luxury, featuring natural materials and bohemian-chic design elements. | $$$$ | 5-Star | Papagayo |
| Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo | Contemporary resort seamlessly integrated into tropical rainforest with treehouse-like structures. | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Key | Peninsula Papagayo |
| Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve | Modern Guanacaste hacienda architecture blending luxury with local Chorotega cultural elements | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Key | Peninsula Papagayo |
| Four Seasons Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica | Luxury beachfront resort seamlessly integrated with Peninsula Papagayo's natural landscape. | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Key | Peninsula Papagayo |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Selected
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At a Glance
- Romantic
- Elegant
- Bohemian
- Sophisticated
- Scenic
- Romantic Getaway
- Honeymoon
- Anniversary
- Weekend Escape
- Wellness Retreat
- Beachfront
- Rooftop Pool
- Panoramic View
- Private Dining
- Terrace
- Design Destination
- Waterfront
- Wifi
- Pool
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Beach Access
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Bakery
- Waterfront
- Garden
Light-filled courtyards with whitewashed walls, natural textures, and coastal elegance; refined yet inviting atmosphere blending contemporary comfort with timeless aesthetics inspired by Old-World Caribbean colonial architecture.