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RipJack Inn

3.5 star property

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A woman in a swimsuit sitting on a pool edge with a tropical garden in the background.
A beach with people, including children, and a surfboard.
A bedroom with a white bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a bookshelf.
Bungalow | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $165
$146 nightly
$165 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23

Explore the area

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100m al sur de Minae, Cabo Velas, Playa Grande
  • Place, Las Baulas National Marine Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Bungalow | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Bungalow

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with a kitchen counter and chairs.

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a mirror.

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a white wardrobe, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a grey sofa, two single beds, a white dresser, a TV mounted on the wall, and a coffee machine.

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase.

Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, nightstands, lamps, a ceiling fan, and wall-mounted artwork.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Playa Grande

When you stay at RipJack Inn in Cabo Velas, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Las Baulas National Marine Park and Grande Beach. .This family-friendly hotel is 10.2 mi (16.3 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Flamingo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grande Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Conchal Beach - 30 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 46 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 56 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬26 min drive

About this property

RipJack Inn

RipJack Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 individually decorated guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor pools and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite with local cuisine at Upstairs at the RipJack, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
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. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Upstairs at the RipJack

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is 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

RipJack Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 448 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 448 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 448 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 448 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 448 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Rip Jack inn. The front desk staff, the restaurant staff and the cleaning staff were excellent. We plan on visiting Costa Rica again and we will definitely stay at the Rip Jack!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always have a wonderful stay at the Rip Jack. The staff is amazing, the food is outstanding, the rooms are great and the location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and friendly. The property is very clean and the restaurant is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Myah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, close to the beach, the menu at their restaurant was really great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Loved our stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and comfortable room. Very peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place Not much to do around there
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tarin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the villas. Very clean. Perfect for families. Easy walk to beach for our group of surfers. Restaurants and bars in walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was comfortable, AC quiet and effective. Access to beach is fantastic, a very short walk. Shuttle and taxi easily arranged by staff. Restaurant good with others nearby. Staff throughout very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Took us in when we were lost in Cost Rica. Great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second year coming to the Rip Jack villas and it was an excellent stay. Hotel staff was very kind and courteous. Rooms were clean and kept clean daily. The food in the hotel was delicious; we’re still debating who among us had the best meals. This year we traveled with a larger group and everyone had a great time. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a Villa and I would highly recommend them. They are steps away from the main hotel and resturant but you get a private pool that is only shared with 3 other villas. Housekeeping kept our villa clean the whole time. You are only steps from the beach. It is really the best location to stay in Playa Grande.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Rip Jacks before and are thrilled to have return. The staff are wonderful, the rooms are nice, clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the beach. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Older property, but well maintained. Smaller hotel, two nice pool areas, helpful staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location nice clean place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and cool room, a little oasis with some shade and sun at the pool. Every meal at the restaurant was delicious… lots of options if you want to eat healthy and embrace Pura Vida vibe or indulge in a great burger. Cocktails were excellent! Also just steps away from the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mahaska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fabulous as always
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aristotle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stones throw away from the best beach for bodysurfing. Great food at the restaurant as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay! The accommodations, staff, vibe were all great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is lovely!! Super!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic restaurant on the premises. Wonderful staff. Dependable WIFI.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, close to beach, food was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic, the restaurant (and its staff) is great...if a bit pricy, and the villa we stayed in was perfect for our family of four. The only bummer is the daily construction going on in the surrounding lots. It's constant hammering and power saws from 7am - 4pm. We were up early to surf most days, but it got really bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026