The Grateful Hotel Playa Grande

Playa Grande, Costa Rica View on map
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"A free water taxi travels the estuary to reach this Grateful Dead-themed lodge. Live music plays Wednesday through Sunday at Sugaree's Bar and Grill, where the pool sits steps away. Made for music fans, and not for drivers."

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Check-in
12 Sept 2026
Check-out
13 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose The Grateful Hotel

  • Pool
    Open all year
  • Hot Tub
    Free to use
  • Sugaree's
    Bar & Grill
  • Free Parking
    No reservation needed
  • Live Music
    Free nightly shows
  • Water Sports
    On-site facilities

Overview

The Grateful Hotel Playa Grande, located an 18-minute stroll from Tamarindo Bay, features Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests will enjoy a made-to-order breakfast and access to a swimming pool during their stay.

Located in the immediate vicinity of Palm Beach Estates, this hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Playa Grande city center. The Playa Grande hotel offers a setting 1.4 miles from Tamarindo Church. A 25-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica is a perk for guests staying at the Grateful. For those traveling from afar, Tamarindo airport is 35 minutes' drive away.

This accommodation offers rooms with a patio and a sitting area featuring air conditioning, along with high-speed internet and a multi-channel TV. Also, there is an individual safe, coffee and tea making facilities provided.

Every day a free breakfast is served in the dining room. The Grateful Hotel is in close proximity to Malinches Street Tacos and serves delectable meals.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 19:00
  • Check-out
    from 07:00 until 11:00
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The Grateful Hotel
Our tips

Should you book The Grateful Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • Want to play golf on the on-site golf course.
  • Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, and horse riding on the property.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need free airport transportation - shuttle services from Tamarindo Airport are paid separately.
  • Prefer to stay in Tamarindo rather than Playa Grande - the hotel is a 5-minute walk from Playa Grande's center.
Best for
  • Sugaree's Bar & Grill open daily from 08:00 to 22:00 for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails.

Facilities of The Grateful

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
Room Amenities
  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Flat-screen TV

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Check-in
12 Sept 2026
Check-out
13 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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