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Pipe House Playa Grande

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Front of property - evening/night
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Shared bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308
  • Grande Beach
    15 min walk
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park
    7 min drive
  • Ventanas Beach
    15 min drive
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    39 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Beachside (#9)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#9)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#8)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#3)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Beachside (#7)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#7)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#4)

  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#6)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#5)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Beachside (#1)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#1)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Beachside (#2)

Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, Beachside (#2)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About this property

Pipe House Playa Grande

Cabo Velas capsule hotel close to Tamarindo Beach
Guests at this beach capsule hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Bathrooms are shared.
Pipe House Playa Grande offers 6 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

Pipe House Playa Grande has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

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 to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • 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.
  • 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

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • 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

Pipe House Playa Grande Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reid

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, peaceful and away from busy Tamarindo. Great helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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…
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique stay
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

lauren

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pipe House is Incredible!
Felipe was an amazing host! We had a blast… beach is right there and just a short walk to Tamarindo if you want to explore the neighboring town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the beach - pipes were perfectly cozy to sleep in!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Cool place. Cool vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chill & Surf place
Super concept d'hébergement, une ambiance chill et détendue. La plage est à 2 min à pied, les vagues parfaites, Felipe est un hôte adorable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

alexander

Liked: Cleanliness
Mejorar el horario de salida check out
Bonito muy limpios los baños, lo único es la salida debería de ser 11 am, a las 10 am es muy incomodo tiene uno que correr mucho no se vale
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Una experiencia perfecta
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. 💯
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent expeience sleeping in a pipe
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

lisa, danmark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hyggelig afslappet stemning
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018