Title: Hotel Punta Descartes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96776870&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Punta Descartes Guests relax in the garden's greenery while enjoying specialty drinks at the coffee shop - a perfect moment to slow down and appreciate the stay ## Photo gallery for Hotel Punta Descartes ![Reception - Hotel Punta Descartes (La Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/b2be50b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Hotel Punta Descartes (La Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/db3e5700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Free WiFi - Hotel Punta Descartes (La Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/884ed68a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Free WiFi - Hotel Punta Descartes (La Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/0d50e97c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Hotel Punta Descartes (La Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/b783f6cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Punta Descartes sits near the coast, offering a peaceful garden retreat. Visitors connect with complimentary in-room WiFi while enjoying the coffee shop/cafe or unwinding at the bar. The restaurant serves local cuisine, and a cooked-to-order breakfast starts each day right. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 11 - Feb 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 12 - Feb 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=96776870&PinnedHotelID=96776870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/fc1ace19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Wardrobe Located on the ground floor - City view - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds ![Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/c72c4e23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our La Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Cruz.dx6034169) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.07177%2C-85.63106&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DM_w_vmjdY0SYBJV-_66TIp364c=) Costado Sur Banco Popular, La Cruz, Guanacaste, 51001 ### What's nearby - ![Islas Murciélago humanity patrimony Guanacaste Unique rock formation of its type in the world #beautifull island in Northern Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973283445/a8cf1148-947f-492c-b162-29d7189b8cbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Area de Conservación Guanacaste 8 min drive \- 7.2 miles - ![Mirador a 4 kilómetros calle hacia Playa Naranjo donde está Roca Bruja! #EndlessSummer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500188/f7bd4d82-368e-4fbd-bf80-0f18c77dc559.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Rosa National Park 20 min drive \- 17.8 miles - Junquillal Beach 32 min drive \- 13.3 miles ### Getting around - Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) 71 min drive ### Restaurants - Bar y Restaurante Thelma 3 min walk - sport cafe 14 min walk - Restaurante Goal 5 min walk - Panamericano 5 min walk - mar de plata 4 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Punta Descartes Property highlights Consider a stay at Hotel Punta Descartes and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant. 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Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 6 per person - Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Hotel Punta Descartes Hotel Hotel Punta Descartes La Cruz Hotel Punta Descartes Hotel La Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Punta Descartes pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hotel Punta Descartes? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Punta Descartes? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Punta Descartes? ### Where is Hotel Punta Descartes located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Punta Descartes Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Jerome 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Tiny hotel with excellent staff and location. Wonderful restaurant with an incredible view. Wildlife visits for breakfast. ##### Jerome Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elsworth 23 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excelente Service and Good Food, ##### Elsworth Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 2 May 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness Stay here only if there is no other choice or if you need to rest for a long trip. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerome 3 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pura Vida! Where else have I stayed and been joined by a monkey at breakfast? Ah…. NOWHERE. Great place with great views and food. ##### Jerome Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Elvis 10 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very good ##### Elvis Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alain 1 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 9 ##### Alain Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanet 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities La habitación es confortable, tranquila, pudimos descansar muy bien, lo que más me gustó fue el personal atento y super amable en especial una chica y un señor que nos recibieron y atendieron en el restaurante muy lindos,el restaurante es hermoso en su totalidad, la comida es rica y sobre todo sus bebidas, su mirador es de lo más precioso, disfrute mi estadía en su totalidad. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7f14a220-5bec-4cc1-b7eb-a02d06a11dd9-1754334982026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/096ded7c-f003-4416-b302-60f2556464f7-1754335051561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cfec72c9-b5cb-4dd6-85f8-62a3dd65064f-1754335051664.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4a51b958-0ad4-4adb-adbf-bec611e3fe3a-1754335051660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jeanet Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ana 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities La vista es espectacular ##### Ana Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rudy 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel lindo hotel vintage, habitaciones acogedoras. El restaurante tiene vistas espectaculares. Buen desayuno. ##### Rudy Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anik 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities La vue de la terrasse est exceptionnelle. ##### Anik Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Francesco 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities 👍 ##### Francesco Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mirielle 20 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Un excelente lugar si lo que quieres es relajación ##### Mirielle Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Ryan 30 Nov 2025 ##### Ryan Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### zoraida 18 Jul 2025 ##### zoraida Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Carlos 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Carlos Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Herman 26 Apr 2025 ##### Herman Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 9 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Conrado 30 Jan 2025 ##### Conrado Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gwen 24 Jan 2025 ##### Gwen Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michaela 27 Nov 2024 ##### Michaela Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa 13 Jun 2024 ##### Vanessa Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Vanessa 28 May 2024 ##### Vanessa Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ---