Title: La Tropicale - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # La Tropicale Hotel in Puerto Carrillo with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45810000/45805600/45805576/009a3851.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45810000/45805600/45805576/eaa224d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45810000/45805600/45805576/882e2a32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45810000/45805600/45805576/98961788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![53-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45810000/45805600/45805576/91ad204d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies La Tropicale offers a tropical oceanside retreat with daily breakfast and evening socials. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool or borrow bikes to explore nearby attractions. 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[Visit our Puerto Carrillo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Carrillo.dx2996) ![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%7C9.86699%2C-85.47958&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dm3tYpX_w3dNDDKHKT0esxkmzI4=) 200 meters from the beach, Puerto Carrillo ### What's nearby - Carrillo Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Samara Beach - 7 min drive - 3.9 km - Playa Islita - 15 min drive - 12.3 km - Buena Vista Beach - 26 min drive - 14.8 km - Playa Barrigona - 26 min drive - 15.5 km ### Getting around - Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 150 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive - ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬12 min drive - ‪Aromas - ‬4 min drive - ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬12 min drive - ‪Sheriff Rustic - ‬12 min drive ## About this property ### La Tropicale Hotel near Samara Beach Free breakfast (local cuisine), a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at La Tropicale. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Free bicycle rentals, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk - Coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Kitchenettes with refrigerators, toaster ovens, and stovetops - 53-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Cookware/dishes/utensils, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100154400/100154304/0496aa8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jungle luxury on a budget,, brand new space Puerto Carrillo - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=100154304&PinnedHotelID=100154304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception - Hosted evening meal available for a fee of USD 30; reservation required ### Things to do - Free bicycle rentals - Hiking/biking trails - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - In-room kitchenette - In-room refrigerator - Living room - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 53-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster oven ### More - Air conditioning - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Living room ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Hosted evening meal: USD 30 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as La Tropicale Hotel La Tropicale Puerto Carrillo La Tropicale Hotel Puerto Carrillo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does La Tropicale have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is La Tropicale pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at La Tropicale? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at La Tropicale? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at La Tropicale? > Check-out is at noon. ### Where is La Tropicale located? > Situated near the beach, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Carrillo Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Samara Beach. Playa Camaronal and Playa Islita are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## La Tropicale Reviews 6.4 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 8.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities LaTropicale with Arno the owner is our best experience in Costa Rica.He just want you to be happy and have the best stay ever. We ate at his restaurant and honestly we had our best diner, he's a master chef, you have to try it!! If you want to have the feel of Costa Rica wilderness, surrounded by monkeys, birds, ocean:That's the best!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Bien ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Apr 24, 2021 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jan 6, 2021 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Carmen Dec 31, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lugar dentro de la naturaleza, el personal y dueño muy amables. ##### Carmen Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tove Mar 5, 2020 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness Lugar bonito, verde. Empleados muy amables. No muy cerca de la playa, y falta mucho mantenimiento ##### Tove Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Azul Hotel & Retreat](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Azul-Hotels-Azul-Ocean-Club-Hotel.h6776980.Hotel-Information) > > [Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Canas-Dulces-Hotels-Buena-Vista-Del-Rincon-Eco-Adventure-Park.h1858721.Hotel-Information) > > [Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara-Hotels-Azura-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h20586535.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Liberia-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Liberia-Airport.h2211738.Hotel-Information) > > [Socialtel Nosara](https://www.expedia.ca/Nosara-Hotels-Selina-Nosara.h32620956.Hotel-Information) > > [Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nosara-Hotels-Bodhi-Tree-Yoga-Resort.h10650362.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara-Hotels-Villas-Playa-Samara-Beach-Front-Resort.h888268.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Hotel-Tamarindo-Diria-Beach-Resort.h1108151.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin](https://www.expedia.ca/Curubande-Hotels-Hotel-Hacienda-Guachipelin.h1122531.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Best-Western-Tamarindo-Vista-Villas.h901274.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Guanacaste-Resort-And-Spa.h2190860.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaco-Hotels-Best-Western-Jaco-Beach-All-Inclusive-Resort.h54703.Hotel-Information) > > [Tamarindo Bay Hotel & Apartments- Self Check In, Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Tamarindo-Bay-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h12358310.Hotel-Information) > > [Borinquen Thermal Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Canas-Dulces-Hotels-Borinquen-Thermal-Resort.h1155801.Hotel-Information) > > [Beautiful Condo at Langosta Beach Club!](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Your-Luxury-Condo-At-Langosta-Beach-Club.h40741855.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Magic-Mountain-SPA-Conference-Center.h1636277.Hotel-Information) > > [Hacienda Pinilla Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Hacienda-Pinilla-Vacation-Rentals.h5297444.Hotel-Information) > > [Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Ten-North-Tamarindo-Beach-Hotel.h16263826.Hotel-Information) > > [Nosara Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nosara-Hotels-Nosara-Beach-Hotel.h32722062.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreamsea Surf Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Dreamsea-Surf-Camp.h9331090.Hotel-Information) > > [The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nosara-Hotels-The-Gilded-Iguana-Surf-Hotel.h22186079.Hotel-Information) > > [Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Jardin-Del-Eden-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h2818928.Hotel-Information) > > [The Coast Beachfront Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-The-Coast-Beachfront-Hotel.h18530265.Hotel-Information) > > [Refugio Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Surf-House.h84012769.Hotel-Information) > > [Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River](https://www.expedia.ca/Fortuna-Hotels-Rio-Perdido-Hotel-Thermal-River.h6371123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Nosara-Hotels-Hotel-Boutique-Lagarta-Lodge.h12324224.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Tamarindo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Wyndham-Tamarindo.h10356916.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Boyeros](https://www.expedia.ca/Liberia-Hotels-Hotel-Boyeros.h11268329.Hotel-Information) > > [La Mansion Inn Arenal](https://www.expedia.ca/Arenal-Hotels-La-Mansion-Inn-Arenal.h8254135.Hotel-Information)