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House of Nomad - Adults only

Hotel in Tamarindo

Situated in Tamarindo, 500 metres from Tamarindo Beach, House of Nomad - Adults only features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

C
Clara
From
Austria
The property is super clean, calm and the pool is amazing. The staff is so kind and always tries to help you and wants you to feel comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews
Price from
US$79
1 night, 2 adults

Suitree Experience Hotel

Hotel in Guanacaste

Situated in Guanacaste, 33 km from Edgardo Baltodano Stadium, Suitree Experience Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

T
Tine
From
Denmark
Words can not describe this magical place - if you have the opportunity to stay here, you definitely should. We were blown away by the beauty and great aesthetic of the houses in the tree. The pools, food and service were also impeccable. We hope to come back some day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
Price from
US$265.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Tabasco

Hotel in Playa Flamingo

Set in Playa Flamingo, 300 metres from Potrero Beach, Hotel Tabasco offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a casino.

A
Adrianna
From
Ireland
great breakfasts prepared by the owner
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Price from
US$117
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Front Bahia

Hotel in Sámara

Set in Sámara and with Samara Beach reachable within a few steps, Beach Front Bahia offers concierge services, rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar.

B
Berend
From
Spain
We liked that the hotel was almost on the beach, a sort walk over the beach from the town. The rooms were clean and modern with airco. Breakfast on the beach was a plus. Also the bar/restaurant was nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
Price from
US$97.75
1 night, 2 adults

LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique

Hotel in Potrero

Located in Potrero, 1 km from Penca Beach, LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

A
Alexane
From
Italy
This hotel is absolutely amazing, it is a little heaven. The bungalows are beautiful, the pool is magnificent and the hotel is very quiet as there are only a few bungalow. One of the best stay we had. The staff is extremely nice and professional. Highly recommend if you want to enjoy a peaceful and quiet time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Price from
US$84
1 night, 2 adults

Tuki Tuki Lodge

Hotel in Sámara

Situated in Sámara, 1 km from Samara Beach, Tuki Tuki Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace and free private parking. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests.

M
Merve Gamze
From
Turkey
Almost everything. The owner is so kind and he helped us a lot. The hotel is very quiet. Since we had a car we didnt have any issue to go to beach and city center
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$106.06
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Amira

Hotel in Carrillo

Offering free WiFi, Hotel Amira is situated in Carrillo. Each accommodation at the 3-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to an outdoor swimming pool.

D
Dora
From
Ireland
We only stayed 1 night and enjoyed the experience. Room was bigger than any other we stayed in, in CR. Breakfast was good and staff were too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$88.50
1 night, 2 adults

SoulShine

Hotel in Playa Avellana

Situated in Playa Avellana, 500 metres from Avellanas Beach, SoulShine features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Guests can make use of a bar....

C
Christof
From
Denmark
Great hosts and Very nice premises, kids loved the pool. Beach is close, the brunch is from another universe. We added an extra night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
US$163.88
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Carlota Tamarindo

Hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, Hotel Carlota Tamarindo features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace, and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

K
Kelly
From
United States
The owners are friendly and accommodating. They gave me great recommendations for places to visit. The property is gated and feels very safe, and provides a nice respite from the hustle and bustle of the town. My room was very clean and comfortable. The room had a refrigerator, the shared kitchen had the equipment for making simple meals or reheating leftovers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
US$75.03
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Laguna Arenal

Hotel in Unión

Located in Unión, 35 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Laguna Arenal provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

T
Tom Lippens
From
Belgium
Wonderful, clean and modern looking cabins with a beautiful view overlooking Arenal Lake. big and comfortable bed, large and well functioning shower and very good and optimal use of space in the cabin. We were greeted every morning by some birds on top of our cabin, and could see and hear all kinds of wildlife from the deck overlooking the lake. Special mention for the lovely cats running around the property and coming to greet us! The hotel staff provided special vegan options for breakfast every morning, which were absolutely lovely and tasty, and which was well above our expectations. Also a big thank you for allowing us to check in at a very late time at night and staying up late especially to accomodate us, very much appreciated! Driving distance from La Fortuna and many surrounding activities and touristic locations, the cabins are located outside of the touristic area in a beautiful and quiet place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
US$210
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews

The Coast Beachfront Hotel is located on Tamarindo Beach. We offer 24-hour reception, security, private parking, concierge services and the hotel is a 5-minute walk downtown.

From US$381.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews

This property is just a 3 minute walk from Tamarindo beach, and features an outdoor pool in a tropical setting. There is free WiFi throughout the property, and daily housekeeping.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge is set in Nosara and also provides a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a concierge service.

From US$705.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

Set in Tamarindo, 1.1 km from Tamarindo Beach, Hotel Casa Leona offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Set in Nosara, 600 metres from Guiones Beach, Olas Verdes Hotel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Located in Puerto Humo, 46 km from Playa Hermosa, Rancho Humo Estancia features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Located a mere 50 metres from Guiones’s main break, in Nosara, Costa Rica, The Sunset Shack features a year-round outdoor pool and guests can also enjoy the on-site restaurant.

From US$339 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
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Set in Tamarindo, Les Voiles Blanches - Luxury Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and on-site free parking is provided.

From US$367.25 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Situated in Sámara, Samara Palm Lodge has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$101.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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From US$111.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Set in Liberia, 40 km from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa, Hotel Javy offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$87.01 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

Situated in Tamarindo, a few steps from Tamarindo Beach, Perla de la Playa Beachfront Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Casitas de la Paz

Hotel in Coco
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

Featuring a garden, Casitas de la Paz is set in Coco in the Guanacaste region, 1.8 km from Coco Beach and 35 km from Edgardo Baltodano Stadium.

From US$62.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Located in Nuevo Arenal, 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Little Paradise provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

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CasaLuz Tamarindo is a 4-star property located in Santa Cruz. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
The staff were so amazing! They totally go out of their way to make sure you are happy and have everything you need! They upgraded us to an ocean front suite for free as soon as we arrived. The location is amazing, right on the beach to enjoy the beautiful water of Playa Hermosa. There are a couple of restaurants and shops just up the street. The atmosphere is so calm and peaceful. Truly pura vida. Thank you so much to the staff for all your hard work and for taking care of us during our time there! It was a wonderful last couple days to relax before heading home.
Guest review by
Seabrook
Canada
From US$157.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 965 reviews
Amazing stay nestled right in busy Liberia. As much as we were right in the main area the inside of the hotel was quiet - it was a mini oasis with huge pool, lots of sun and greens around. The staff was friendly and to the point. Free breakfast was a huge plus. And if you wanted dinner you could walk across the street and there were several nice stores to eat and a grocery store for other needs. Beds were comfortable and rooms were clean.
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LAURIE
Canada
From US$705.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Everything! The front desk staff, especially Ernesto, was very patient and welcoming. The views from the room, the pools, the restaurant were all incredible. Such a luxurious and relaxed vibe. The room was huge. The breakfast was delicious and satisfying. We did not want to ever leave! We also really enjoyed the tours with Santos, especially the E-boat.
Guest review by
KURT
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
The location is great, a bit uphill to walk but there is always a transport around the villas available. The hilly setup of the villas offers views and privacy. The food was not extremely impressing but tasty enough. We liked the cocktails a lot!
Guest review by
Veronika
Czech Republic
From US$356.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 262 reviews
Lovely rooms, great restaurant food, beautiful gardens, great service through out and stunning views- A perfect stay!
Guest review by
Sarah
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews
Completely furnished. The utilities and appliances were perfect. Amazing view on the grassy area and ocean.
Guest review by
Bruce
United States
From US$1,072 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews
Demasiado confortable y espectacular
Guest review by
Wber
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8.0

Tamarindo has everything you need.

Tamarindo has everything you need. Crazy expensive advice is to buy duty free at the airport. Stop outside of Tamarindo and buy water and snacks because you will pay double inside Tamarindo. We love Dragon fly bar and Grill!
Guest review by
Donna
United States
2.0

I would hope this helps people avoid Costa Rica, third world...

I would hope this helps people avoid Costa Rica, third world country, third world service, third word food and prices double almost every first world country, the airport and hotels charge 10 dollars for a 50 cent bottle of water
Guest review by
wayne
10

Great town great beach.

Great town great beach. Good supermarkets and friendly people in general. We met some locals through some friends and we were made to feel at home quite quickly. Nice place. Go to the Burger Window, (Google it) its in an open bar which has a few other eating stalls as well. A great curry shack too. But the burgers at Burger Window really are SUPERB. The service is quite non committal. There are few smiles and you can get put off by that. But listen, the burgers are worth the grief. Also try the crepes both savory and sweet at the little Ahora Si shop and then try the big Ahora Si restaurant further up the street. Both owned by the same family. Both very good choices. Ask for Antonio at the little Ahora Si crepe place
Guest review by
Neal
New Zealand
6.0

It is a good place to find a restaurant and nightlife.

It is a good place to find a restaurant and nightlife. There are much nicer beaches close by if you are looking to enjoy the water and a nice sunset. Unfortunately the rising costs in Costa Rica are making it less desirable to visit. It is getting run down in many areas and the costs are climbing dramatically.
Guest review by
Richard
Canada
10

A nice beach town which has most conveniences but is not too...

A nice beach town which has most conveniences but is not too big. We had visited in 1988 so the development since then was breathtaking. We visited during the off-season (October) so it was very rainy but had clear periods each day. The advantage to visiting this time of year is hotel prices are generally lower, but many businesses are closed so for example a restaurant you wanted to visit may not be open and I had more difficulty renting a good surfboard than I thought I would. As mentioned before, the rain can be a problem during the off-season but I understand the period from December to April is mostly rain free. I would imagine the town is much more crowded in season which could affect the experience.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

We stayed at Hotel Velero right off the beach in Playa...

We stayed at Hotel Velero right off the beach in Playa Hermosa. It was relatively quiet (in the best way!) compared to the neighboring Playa del Coco. The beach was clean, the sand was soft, and the temperature was great. We saw dolphins and great sea birds from breakfast at Hotel Velero. We also had dinner at Roberto's and La Casita del Marisco. I would highly recommend Playa Hermosa to everyone and would love to return!
Guest review by
Jennie
United States
10

Playa Flamingo was one of our favorite stops on our 10-day...

Playa Flamingo was one of our favorite stops on our 10-day trip. It's scenic, relaxed, and incredibly fun to explore. Driving along the coast was a highlight in itself, with beautiful ocean views and plenty of little spots to pull over and enjoy. Getting around was super easy with a car or motorcycle, though you do have to watch out for the many potholes and speed bumps. Where we ate: Coco Loco- Incredible food right on the beach, and the piña coladas were honestly some of the best we’ve ever had. Gracia La Vid- Amazing pizzas in a casual, open-air setting. Fun vibe, great for dinner after a day in the sun. Playa Flamingo is perfect for groups of friends looking for a mix of adventure and relaxation. We enjoyed a sunset catamaran tour, horseback riding, ATV tours, and jet ski rentals. All are easy to book and great ways to experience the coast. If you’re looking for beautiful beaches, great food, and plenty of activities, Playa Flamingo is definitely worth a visit.
Guest review by
B Camacho
United States
4.0

The resort was nice, pool was refreshing.

The resort was nice, pool was refreshing. No premium drinks, a bottle of Crown was $90, and only 1 brand of beer. The food at the buffet wasn't the greatest. Fish was dry, salad dressings were odd or just oil and vinegar. One day I had a poached egg and the yolk was hard and the whites were runny. French toast was hard and tough on the outside and soggy on the middle. You could only eat in the specialty restaurants once for every 3 days of stay.
Guest review by
Carol
8.0

It’s not for families or people wanting hustler and bustle...

It’s not for families or people wanting hustler and bustle and night life (besides the monkeys across the street)! There’s no shops besides a couple of Mercados. This is the type of rest we needed though.. Definitely wouldn’t stay in Samara , too busy for us.
Guest review by
Karen
United States
10

We did not originally plan to do the beach this trip, it was...

We did not originally plan to do the beach this trip, it was a cloud forest and volcano trip, we decided last minute to go the beach and chose Conchal beach as the place to go. Patagonia restaurant is a great Place for dinner.
Guest review by
Erhardt