Las Baulas National Marine Park - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
Tamarindo Beach - 39 min drive - 20.1 km
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 45 min drive - 25.3 km
Playa Langosta - 46 min drive - 22.5 km
Getting around
Tamarindo (TNO) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Brisa Mar - 32 min drive
Pico Bistro - 32 min drive
Venezia Gelati y Café - 32 min drive
Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - 33 min drive
Nari - 32 min drive
About this property
Pipe House Playa Grande
Capsule hotel near Tamarindo Beach
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Pipe House Playa Grande. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling, ecotours, and fishing at this capsule hotel. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and supervised childcare (surcharge)
Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Pipe House Playa Grande include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
4 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
1 coffee shop/cafe
1 bar
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Ecotours
Fishing
Hiking/biking trails
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Full-sized refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Tour/ticket assistance
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Beachfront location
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Food and drink
Blender
Cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining room
Freezer
Microwave
Mixer
Oven
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
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Electrical adapters/chargers
Guidebooks/recommendations
Separate sitting area
Shared accommodations
Soundproofing
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Pipe House Playa Grande Hostel
Pipe House Hostel
Pipe House Grande Capsule
Pipe House Playa Grande Cabo Velas
Pipe House Playa Grande Capsule hotel
Pipe House Playa Grande Capsule hotel Cabo Velas
Frequently asked questions
Is Pipe House Playa Grande pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Pipe House Playa Grande?
This capsule hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Pipe House Playa Grande?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at Pipe House Playa Grande?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Does Pipe House Playa Grande provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Pipe House Playa Grande located?
Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas capsule hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Grande Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. Conchal Beach and Ventanas Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Pipe House Playa Grande Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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This hostel is perfect for meeting like minded people—you get your own sleeping space and get to meet new friends in the common spaces. Breakfast is wonderful, it’s a 30second walk from the beach, has AC, it felt safe and inviting, and the host is amazing. He’s around to check in and does a great job of making you feel comfortable! I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a quieter place to stay in Costa Rica. The water taxi to busy Tamarindo is only a 5 minute walk down the beach! I will definitely be back.
The Pipe House was great. Best fit for young travelers looking for a youth hostel type environment. Hip place. We didn’t sleep very well in the tubes but we’re likely spoiled by bug beds and room to spread out. We felt very safe there and would definitely suggest to youthful travelers.
Amazing place..:.the pipes are a unique concept. The beds are very comfortable and the pipes are air conditioned. The breakfast is cooked in front of you and is delicious the cooks even make homemade tortillas right there. The beach is amazing it is so peaceful and quiet (if you want a busy more resort fill you can take the water taxi over to Tamarindo) There are beautiful shells all over this beach and the sand is amazing. Phillipe the owner provided surf lessons right in-front of the property for a fee…my daughter had a surf lesson and it was excellent! Definitely a wonderful place to stay in a amazing location with the nicest people. As other have described it feels like a boutique hotel…
Such a unique experience! Pipehouse feels like a home away from home. It’s very intimate and amazing access to the beach! Tamarindo is only a 10-15 minute walk away which gives you perfect balance of bustling crowds and your own quiet paradise. The Staff are lovely and the owner is extremely helpful and accommodating. Absolutely will be coming back!
We stumbled upon this place online after not being able to find accomodation in Tamarindo and I am so happy about that and I cannot say enough great things. Felipe the owner is so friendly and helpful, the staff as well. Breakfast is included - simple but good. The Pipes are more spacious then they look and all have a/c. The vibe is friendly and low key. There is a gym, hammocks and is a 1 min walk to the beach. You are close enough that you can hear the waves crashing on the beach when you are in bed at night. You can take surf lessons or just hire a board for $10. There is a couple amazing restaurants close by and a small market. Just a short walk down the beach and you can take a $2 water taxi accross the estuary to Tamarindo. The ferry stops running at 5 so make sure you are back or you have to take a cab (45min drive) to get back here. The beach here is so quiet compared to Tamarindo and you can swim safely. I would definitely recommend staying
Perfect spot if your looking to surf and hang out on the beach. Close enough to Tamarindo if you need access to certain things but far enough from the crowds. Staff was friendly, grounds were clean and breakfast was great!
Very unique place with a feel between boutique and hostel. The location is amazing right on a quiet section of Playa Grande, which has better surf and less people and noise than nearby Tamarindo. Very friendly and helpful host. There is a kitchen you can use to prepare meals, a spacious covered area to relax, a gym area with weights and yoga mats, and a beautiful courtyard with hammocks. The parking is safe and behind a coded gate. Great cafe nearby with great happy hour specials.
The Pipehouse is a gem. Such a quaint spot with a great vibe. The pipes are so cozy and the atmosphere is amazing. A great communal spot to relax in and meet new people. The kitchen is stocked with lots of supplies to cook a meal if you want to. The beach is steps away. Filipe and family are very inviting and make your stay the best. I would highly recommend.
Had an excellent stay at the Pipe House with my daughter. It was a unique experience and idea in a very relaxed atmosphere. It’s close to the beach and easily accessible from the busy Tamarindo via 1$ water taxi and 10 min walk along the beautiful beach to the hostel so great if you are back packing. Area has a couple restaurants/cafes as well. Host was very friendly, helpful, and flexible with check in/out and Pipe House, kitchen etc was clean and comfortable. Would def recommend if your looking for something different and quiet. Thanks for the stay!
Excelente! Disfrutamos mucho nuestra estancia. El espacio de la habitación esta limitado por la misma estructura que tiene sin embargo resultó muy cómodo y agradable para descansar. Las áreas comunes muy espaciosas, tanto el comedor como la cocina, la cual es super amplia y con todo el menaje necesario para preparar y guardar tus alimentos. Igual el área de descanso muy bonito. Los baños y duchas cómodos y muy limpios. En general todo el lugar muy ordenado y muy limpio, todos los dias llegaron a limpiar y a desinfectar. Prácticamente frente a la mejor zona de la playa lo hace el lugar ideal para visitar. 💯
Excellent experience. Pipe was clean and bed was confortable except that the air conditioning remote gets crazy at night. Location is not directly on the beach as we thought but it is within 30 seconds walk. The host was great too. You can directly rent a surfboard from him.
Meget hyggeligt og uformelt. Man kan selv lave mad og opbevare i køleskab. Rørene er små men hyggelig og aircondition virker godt. Lige ud til Playa Grande.