Cafe Playa Negra Hotel
Family-friendly hotel with an outdoor pool near Playa Lagartillo
About this stay
Just a minute's walk from the Jalapeño Eatery & Market, Cafe Playa Negra Hotel provides a comfortable base for exploring Lagunilla. The outdoor pool is a central feature, offering a refreshing escape from the Costa Rican heat, complemented by air-conditioned rooms. Guests can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind at the bar. The hotel's proximity to Playa Lagartillo, a short taxi ride away, makes beach excursions convenient. With free Wi-Fi and parking, it caters to families seeking a relaxed and accessible stay.
- Outdoor pool
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant and bar
- Kid-friendly
Our take
I would choose Cafe Playa Negra Hotel for a comfortable family stay built around the outdoor pool, air conditioning and an on-site restaurant and bar. The 9.6 rating from 275 reviews is a strong signal, and accessibility, smoke-free rooms and full-service laundry add practical value. The beach is a short taxi ride away at Playa Lagartillo, so I would not pick it for walk-out sand or an adults-only, secluded retreat.
- ✓Take advantage of the short walk to Jalapeño Eatery & Market for convenient dining options.
- ✓Plan your beach trips to Playa Lagartillo, which is just a quick taxi ride from the hotel.
- ✓Utilize the full-service laundry, especially if you're traveling with family and staying for an extended period.
Why we love it
- The refreshing outdoor pool for all ages
- Convenient on-site restaurant and bar
- Air-conditioned rooms for comfort
- Proximity to Playa Lagartillo for beach days
Why guests love itCafe Playa Negra Hotel is a straightforward family base in Lagunilla: an outdoor pool, air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and a bar, plus free Wi-Fi and parking. The property is accessible and smoke-free, and full-service laundry helps with sandy beach clothes. The beach is not on the doorstep, since Playa Lagartillo is a short taxi ride away, so plan transport. A 9.6 rating from 275 reviews is very strong for this kind of stay.