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RipJack Inn

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Cabo Velas with 3 outdoor pools and restaurant

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Located in the heart of Tamarindo, RipJack Inn offers a serene escape. Savor ocean views from Upstairs at the RipJack, indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments, and unwind by one of three pools. With designer stores on site and concierge services available to plan your day.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Spa services
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Bungalow | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - twin
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Futon

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Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Villa | Living area

Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
In-room massage
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
100m al sur de Minae, Cabo Velas, Playa Grande

What's nearby

  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grande Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ventanas Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 22 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 79 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 143 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 119 miles/191.6 km
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 114.1 miles/183.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬27 min drive

About this property

RipJack Inn

RipJack Inn is a great choice for a stay in Cabo Velas. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or body scrubs, and grab a bite to eat at Upstairs at the RipJack, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 3 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a children's pool.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total, up to 55 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Volleyball
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Designer stores on site
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

Dining

Upstairs at the RipJack - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

RipJack
RipJack Inn
RipJack Inn Playa Grande
RipJack Playa Grande
Hotel Ripjack Playa Grande
RipJack Inn Hotel
RipJack Inn Cabo Velas
RipJack Inn Hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

Does RipJack Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, RipJack Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at RipJack Inn?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at RipJack Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 55 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at RipJack Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by RipJack Inn?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 90 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at RipJack Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at RipJack Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (24-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at RipJack Inn and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball and yoga. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. RipJack Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near RipJack Inn?

Yes, Upstairs at the RipJack offers local cuisine and ocean views.

Does RipJack Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around RipJack Inn like?

RipJack Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Las Baulas National Marine Park and 4 minutes' walk from Grande Beach.

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