Title: Playa Grande Travel Guide: Best of Playa Grande, Cabo Velas Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Playa Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Grande-Hotels.d6049001.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Playa Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Grande-Holiday-Rentals.d6049001.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Playa Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Playa-Grande.d6049001.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Playa Grande Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Playa-Grande.d6049001.Car-Hire-Guide)[Playa Grande Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Grande.d6049001.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Playa Grande Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Panoramic aerial view of town of Tamarindo in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049001/77d5eb0f-6b96-4e4a-8106-5c62db38a7e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic aerial view of town of Tamarindo in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049001/77d5eb0f-6b96-4e4a-8106-5c62db38a7e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic view on dramatic sunset over Tárcoles river meets the ocean. Río Grande de Tarcoles and the sea with silhouette of frigatebird against colorful, redddish backlighted sunset. Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049001/d6503731-4842-4e0f-aa42-d24ae4c90fa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Treesa Costa Rica: Tranquil Beach at Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049001/fab7c90d-cdd8-4561-a158-342c8132bc62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![When I’m at the beach, my goal is to capture an image that you could classify as that “iconic tropical paradise” photo. I think I got it this time. #adventure #beach #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976658729/35f64750-9cd8-46fe-9642-510da86b800e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Playa Grande Things to do - Top hotels in Playa Grande - Top Holiday Rentals in Playa Grande ![RipJack Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838178/b4e01eeb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RipJack Inn 100m al sur de Minae Cabo Velas Playa Grande Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (417 reviews) Friendly staff, close to the beach, the menu at their restaurant was really great Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2838178&PinnedHotelID=2838178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049001) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2838178&PinnedHotelID=2838178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049001) ![Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18700000/18693700/18693634/2992f995_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana Palm Beach Estates Cabo Velas Guanacaste Stay at this beach hotel in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (334 reviews) Staff were so friendly and helpful! Great location and cute spot! Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=18693634&PinnedHotelID=18693634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049001) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=18693634&PinnedHotelID=18693634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049001) ![Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2818800/2818771/998dab18_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste Stay at this beach resort in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,283 reviews) Rooms were very clean and updated , Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049001) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2818771&PinnedHotelID=2818771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049001) [See all 4,502 properties in Playa Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6049001) 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. ![Casa Marbella – Private Oasis on the Estuary, 5-Min Walk to Playa Grande Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42450000/42441200/42441124/bd72b9cf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Marbella – Private Oasis on the Estuary, 5-Min Walk to Playa Grande Beach Playa Grande Guanacaste Stay at this holiday home in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews) We had a great time. The house was beautiful and close to restaurants and the beach. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Grande-Hotels-Nestled-In-Nature-Vacation-Villa.h42441124.Hotel-Information) ![Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34298100/34298060/e81f7d07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest. Playa, Grande Guanacaste Stay at this beach holiday home in Cabo Velas. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews) We just finished a week long stay with 16 people (7 adults and 10 kids, mostly teen boys) We had a great time! Staying in bungalows right by the beach was so awesome! A few things to know about staying here. First off it’s an adventure and more rustic than we anticipated. This is a pretty remote ... Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Grande-Hotels-Five-Bungalows.h34298060.Hotel-Information) ![Palm Beach Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74430000/74423300/74423242/a6bbc785_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palm Beach Inn 1 Malinches Street, Palm Beach Estates Cabo Velas Guanacaste Stay at this aparthotel in Cabo Velas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) I wish I could truly put into words how amazing this place is! Dan and his pups were the perfect hosts!! My fiancée and I came in on Christmas Eve of all days and he went out of his way to make sure we knew where to stop since we were coming in late and was there to greet us. Dan is an amazing guy ... Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Grande-Hotels-Palm-Beach-Inn.h74423242.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Playa Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6049001&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Playa Grande hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049001&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049001&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049001&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049001&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049001&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049001&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Flamingo Beach showing general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071357/9486a209-c553-40a1-a166-55bfeef0421b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flamingo Beach 4.5/5(7 reviews) Sunbathe on the soft sand, snorkel in the clear ocean water and spy turtles, crocodiles and monkeys at a marine park at this scenic beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Flamingo-Beach-Cabo-Velas.d6071357.Attraction) ![There is excellent bird and wildlife watching in the park. The nearby Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge, a salt water mangrove estuary, is thick with black-bellied whistling ducks, roseate spoonbills, yellow-crowned night herons, kingfishers and crocodiles. Howler monkeys, raccoons and coatimundis are also frequently spotted.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555803039/b4f7b1d8-fef6-4aec-af01-aada1cee2174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Las Baulas National Marine Park Explore the lovely green spaces of Las Baulas National Marine Park and enjoy the surfing in Playa Grande. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Las-Baulas-National-Marine-Park-Playa-Grande.d553248621555803039.Attraction) #### Reserva Conchal Golf Course 4/5(2 reviews) Play a round of golf in Playa Conchal at Reserva Conchal Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Reserva-Conchal-Golf-Course-Cabo-Velas.d6229491.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/517438/86fd80c5-5242-4726-9381-51d24bad7acb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour £97 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rio-celeste-hiking.a517438.activity-details) ![Blue Dolphin Sailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/785075/9a296061-97f9-4496-9e8d-b8dd9e8fcd3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo £78 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/blue-dolphin-public-catamaran-tour-tamarindo.a785075.activity-details) ![Superman zip line](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1346762/498998f8-0578-4960-9114-37a2ae4f6d44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch £108 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/diamante-eco-adventure-park-day-pass-with-lunch.a1346762.activity-details) ![FLAMINGO, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2773184/3cf04468-4ed4-4664-9044-9f4d12925d9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure £72 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flamingo.a2773184.activity-details) ![ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo or Conchal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2356000/4206e8ad-50cc-4fb6-a95d-c3affaf82dc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo or Conchal £67 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/atv-or-buggy-guided-tour-from-tamarindo-or-conchal.a2356000.activity-details) ![1,5 Hours Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3204943/13cca2b1-3c55-4e58-b245-31312d8e64ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1,5 Hours Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal £82 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1.a3204943.activity-details) [See all activities in Playa Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Playa-Grande.d6049001.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Playa Grande ![Tamarindo featuring shopping and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500187/56bea41a-11e0-442d-be42-617f15051116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tamarindo ![When I’m at the beach, my goal is to capture an image that you could classify as that “iconic tropical paradise” photo. I think I got it this time. #adventure #beach #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976658729/35f64750-9cd8-46fe-9642-510da86b800e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cabo Velas - Cities near Playa Grande - Places of interest [Tamarindo](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo.dx500187)[Cabo Velas](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabo-Velas.dx6138752) - [Coco Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Coco-Beach-Guanacaste.d6071351.Attraction) - [Flamingo Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Flamingo-Beach-Cabo-Velas.d6071357.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app