"Mark was a very helpful host and he provided great recommendations for activities and dining. The view was absolutely stunning and the free homemade breakfast was awesome. "
"We stayed at Casa Chameleon in Costa Rica and absolutely loved our room. It was spotless, with super comfortable beds and pillows that made it easy to relax. The highlight was definitely the stunning view. We couldn’t get enough of it! Having a private pool right outside our room made the experience even more special. It was peaceful, luxurious, and the perfect touch for our stay. Highly recommend!"
"We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Papita! Beautiful house, has literally everything you could need (so thankful for beach chairs!) and a walking distance to the beach (2 access points) and several restaurants. Can't wait to come back! "
"The grounds are beautiful, the staff is friendly, it is safe, and within walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants. I am so grateful we stayed here, it was the perfect boutique hotel. "
"The staff was so helpful
The hotel was clean and convenient.
Breakfast was really good and plenty
The pool was nice too
There are plenty of options to eat and lots of beaches around the area"
"This is a beautiful property with about six restaurants in it. We very much enjoyed our stay at Santarena. A few drawbacks were that since the hotel is kind of secluded, we did not have many options for shopping, and the restaurants were quite over priced. "
"Its a very eco friendly hotel. If you are looking for typical Hyatt/Marriott this is not for you! Food was awesome, staff were awesome! True Costa Rica experience"
"Amazing place to base yourself near Flamingo and Potrero beaches and local restaurants and groceries. Immaculate new kitchenware and appliances and thoroughly cleaned and the hosts were v communicative over Whatsapp. Would love to stay here again before too long!"
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Top Playa Matapalo Hotel Reviews
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
10/10 Excellent
"I enjoyed my entire stay there on the resort. I have nothing bad at all to say. I wasnt ready to go but had to get back to reality. Lol "
"Loved the semi private beach. The staff at the restaurant was always kind and helpful. Everything was clean and well kept. Pools were beautiful. Villas was super clean and very comfortable to stay in. Thanks for a great experience."
Luxurious private villa with breathtaking views & beautiful resort amenities
10/10 Excellent
"The property and villa was beautiful. Quite property. The villa was updated and spacious with beautiful views. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Ourdoor patio and balcony had comfortable furniture to enjoy the scenery/nature. One of our favorite memories was getting madsages on our balcony during sunset. Easy booking through the resort for all activities and massages. The secluded beach has beautiful black sand and we got to see howler monkeys while we were enjoying a day on the beach. "
Exceptional 5-Bedroom Retreat in Ocotal: Unparalleled Views and Sunsets
10/10 Excellent
"We just returned from 8 nights at Villa Allamanda from June 4 - June 12, 2025. The house is as beautiful in person as the gorgeous pictures online. The view is spectacular, and we got up at sunrise every morning to watch for wildlife and listen to the birds and howler monkeys. The pool and hot tub were well-maintained and made us feel like we had our own private resort. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed so we could cook breakfast each morning and the occasional lunch or dinner. Playa Ocotal was the closest beach at only a 5 minute drive down the hill and very easy to get to from the house. The sand is mostly black with some tan mixed in, and the water was crystal clear and the perfect temperature. We snorkeled most days by the rocks on both sides of the beach and saw a huge variety of colorful fish, so bring your gear if you like to snorkel. There are foldable lawn chairs (not reclining), a cooler and a few sand toys at the house. There are 2 blue foam pool floats that you can lay on in the pool but no noodles or inflatable tubes, so you might consider bringing some or buying them nearby in Coco. There are plenty of every type of towel. Each bathroom has shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, hand soap, and a hair dryer. Showers are hot with great water pressure. A few of the beds are very firm. The road to the house is very steep, curvy, & narrow, so small 4WD SUV is best to rent. Lissa with Zindis was wonderful and so helpful. Ready to return! Pura Vida! "
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa Matapalo, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This welcoming area is known for its array of dining options and surfing. You'll find 1161 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
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If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Matapalo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Playa Matapalo.
What can I see and do near Playa Matapalo?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Coco Beach, Ocotal Beach and Bahia Pez Vela Beach. Create some family memories at Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center. Enjoy nature at Playa Penca, Playa Prieta or Playa Calzón de Pobre.
