Santascabinas

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Teresa Beach

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On the beach
Exterior
Outdoor pool
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Kitchenette
  • Separate dining area

Room options

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Studio (#4 Luna)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Studio (#3 Sol)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Studio (#2 Mona)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio (#1 Coco)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1km North from Crossroad, Las Villas, In Front of Green World Store, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111

What's nearby

  • Carmen Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cocal Beach - 14 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Playa Mal País - 14 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Hermosa Beach - 29 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 29 min drive
  • Tambor (TMU) - 57 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 69.6 miles/112 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Carmen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Somos Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Santascabinas

Santascabinas is a great choice for your beach stay in Cóbano, putting you near activities like scuba diving and snorkeling. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar, a children's pool, and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Hebrew, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property for check-in information
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets stay free

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available at scheduled times)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Low-height counter/sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 55 per person (one way)

Also known as

Santascabinas Hotel Santa Teresa
Santascabinas Hotel Cobano
Santascabinas Santa Teresa
Santascabinas
Santascabinas Costa Rica/Santa Teresa
Santascabinas Cobano
Santascabinas Hotel
Santascabinas Cóbano
Santascabinas Hotel Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

Does Santascabinas offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Santascabinas 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.
Is there a pool at Santascabinas?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Santascabinas?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Santascabinas?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Santascabinas?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 55 per person one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Santascabinas?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Santascabinas and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, horseback riding, and scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Santascabinas?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers seafood.
Does Santascabinas have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.
Does Santascabinas have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Santascabinas like?
Santascabinas is located a short 18-minute walk from Santa Teresa Beach.

Santascabinas Reviews

Reviews

6.4

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Caitlin, 7-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not recommended
The hotel is not as advertised. It is not beachfront as the misleading photos show. There was no Internet and the TV did not work ( noblesse obliges, we got a discount for this, but we had to work online and we couldn’t). The cabins have a very nice layout and a beautiful patio with tables and chairs but everything is old, worn out and dirty. I would not return. There are much better places for the same money.
2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nancy, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, amazing property, and amazing price! It is located right behind Banana Beach. The cabin was perfect. Wish we would have stayed longer
AsiaG, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

If you want a taste of life in Playa Santa Teresa, this is a great spot. In the middle of everything but tucked away in its own bit of jungle.
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Felt secluded while in the midst of everything we needed
Leslie, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Location was perfect super short walk to Teresa beach. Pool at the cabinas was just a wadding pool. Had three items go missing, back of green, my girlfriends swim suit bottom, and a Garmin Vivo Active watch. Total loss = $350. Otherwise the place was nice, cleaning staff could have done a better job making the rooms, but the veranda and kitchenette were very nice to relax and make dinner in the evenings. If they had a night security guard like all the other places I would highly recommend, still recommend but lock your door even if just going to the pool.
Tommyguns, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had an incredible experience! Amazing place and very cozy cabins!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Couple paradise
Santa Teresa is beautiful and the cabina we had was great. They are on the beach and it was a memorible time.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Local living by the beach
Right by the beach, the beachfront restaurant and walking distance to the grocery store and banks. We were looking for a place that was original and felt like Santa Teresa and this was it. Pia and Amanda were very helpful; helped us to organize surf lessons, atv rental, directions to Playa Hermosa and Montezuma as well as a helping us book a flight to San Jose as well as a car rental to go to Tamarindo! You could tell that they just wanted you to have a good time and would support you to make that happen even when they weren't directly benefiting..... that's true help! It was a completely relaxed and cool vibe!
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Beach and Pool great, room locations were awful.
The beach and pool are great here but this is not Costa Rica.If you are looking for a peaceful, calm surrounded by wildflie vacation your are looking at the wrong place. I did not come here to hear ATV, motorcylces and traffic everytime I went to our cabin.It was very loud and disruptive. We had room #7 and could hear every footstep from the people on top of us as well. A/C worked well. The set-up has great potential but the room locations right by the road are horrendous. It would be so much better if it was closer to the beaches. We actually had to ask for our money back and skip out a day earlier because we did not like this town or location. This is a surfing, hippie town that's overpriced and has chased out all of the locals. There are no Costa Ricans left here and the town has been wrecked in our opinion. There were no fruit stands or locals selling anything just some people selling overpriced wilted fruits and vegetables that people were going crazy for. Beaches are great for surfing and the views are amazing but the town and room location ruin it. Next time we will keep driving past this town and not look back. There are so many other places in Costa Rica that offer more. I do want to add that the ladies running Santascabinas, Pia and Amanda were very, very helpful and understanding. They were available and responsive and we had issues with our toilet and shower and they were on it immediately. They were not on site but just across the street but available by e-mai
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great location and vibe!
Great value for your money. We loved our cabin - great location right near the beach, and beautiful scenery. The room itself was nothing special - bed was quite uncomfortable and shower did not work but I would still recommend it just based on location.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Close to beach
Facility was poorly maintained Although advertising a 9 am check in time there was no one to greet us when we arrived before noon Thriving local children were seen on hotel grounds need for more security
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Pros and cons
PROS - Location was excellent in regards to the closeness to the beach. A/C and safe in the room. Private shower. Nice pool. Beach area was very nice. Had hammocks and lounge chairs. CONS - No wifi in the rooms. Spotty wifi near the beach. Restaurant is expensive and service is very slow (we were only ones there. Said they opened at 9 am but no one could serve us until after 10 am). If you have young kids, there is no kids menu. Expedia does not charge you. You have to pay cash when you arrive. They also charged us $40 extra dollars in various fees per night.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

bad experience
Reception closes al 5pm, finding the manager by phone is mission impossible most of the times and you can only pay cash or by deposit. Rooms are ok, no complaints there except for the fact that we were 3, but only two towels and the reception area is usually unattended. Be ready to take cash because most of the restaurants don't take credit cards. Wi-fi only works if you are near the front desk.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friendly staff, beautiful location, spacious room.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Trine Lise, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Buena ubicación, lugar cómodo y tranquilo
Veronica, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Hotel muy básico
Tiene buena ubicación y están limpias pero son muy muy básicas! No me hospedaría de nuevo! Y muy calientes, el aire acondicionado no sirvió , y las cortinas no protegían de la luz excesiva
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Hotel war nicht am Strand, aber im der 2. reihe, gerade neben der lärmenden Strasse. Aber sehr charmant.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

No hay recepcion y no hay quien responda el teléfono, nos perdimos y tuvimos que hacer muchas llamadas para al fin obtener respuesta.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Gérés par des gens cupides et malhonnêtes
Nous sommes restés 3 nuits à Santas Cabinas. dans un haut de duplex (Le Mona No. 104). Il y a un joli balcon et beaucoup de végétation, une grande piscine et l'accès à une plage ( rocheuse) est à 60 mètres. L'intérieur est petit et sombre.En plein jour une lampe de poche nous était nécessaire pour trouver un vêtement dans nos valises.Par contre le lit était confortable et la clim.fonctionnait bien . Comme le duplex est à 5 mètres de la route c'est très bruyant.On a dû payer cash dès notre arrivée et avons dû réclamer un reçu au départ.Réservé du Canada (via Expédia) la jeune Pia, qui gère la section Santas Cabinas avait annulée notre réservation de son propre chef . Nous n'avions pas lu son mail écrit 2 jours avant notre départ pour le Costa Rica exigeant le dépôt par Paypal seulement .( Une astuce pour éviter de payer la cote-part d'Expédia tout en profitant de visibilité. Nous avons demandé le 2 ième jour de changer de chambre pour un Bungalow plus grand que nous a montré un au des hôtes ( Andrew)Mais Pia à qui nous avions déjà réglé nos trois nuits en argent sonnant nous a dit qu'elle ne nous remettait pas les sommes payées pour le 2 nuits restantes et qu'il fallait payer à nouveau une occupation d'un bungalow ( plus cher) puisque le bungalow appartenait à un autre co-proprio.Nous avions pêché un thon jaune laissé au frigo pour la femme de chambre selon les conseils d'Andrew. Curieusement Andrew se dirigeait vers l'allée du 104 lorsque nous quittions les lieux.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

missnöjdgäst
Det var ingen bra service, dem var väldigt stressad att få allt betalat och efter det så brydde dem sig inte mycket, men dem ligger perfekt, men för det priset man betalade var det inte värt det. För en eller några nätter funkar det, men vi bodde där i 3 veckor.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Missnöjd gäst.
Bodde här i 3 veckors tid. Sängarna var obehagliga, luktade avlopp från duschen, problem med toaletten, ac'n väsnades massor och fungerade inte som den skulle, spindelväv överallt. Väldigt lyhört från vägen. Ägaren visade sig bara vid betalning. Dvs, vi var väldigt missnöjda med vår vistelse på Santascabinas.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good but expensive for what it is
The springs in the bed made me think of a cartoon.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review