
Casual all-inclusive resort with 2 restaurants, 2 bars & a spa, plus an outdoor pool & beach access.
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Warm dorms, rooms & villas in a relaxed beachfront property featuring surf lessons.
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Relaxed beachfront resort with multiple dining & drinking options, plus a casino, 5 pools & a gym.
- Free breakfast
- Wi-Fi
- LGBTQ+ friendly

Colorful quarters in an unpretentious lodging with a pool, a cafe & a free breakfast buffet.
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- Free breakfast
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Upscale hotel offering bungalows & an outdoor pool, as well as a bar & a covered patio.
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The hotel offers comfortable, well-maintained rooms with AC, partial ocean views, and beachfront gardens with access to the adjacent Diria pool and breakfast buffet. It sits in a lively, convenient spot on Tamarindo beach — staff are professional and helpful, though the main road can be noisy at night and guests occasionally report small pests and limited front‑desk hours.
- Beach access
- Free breakfast
- Wi-Fi
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Relaxed hotel offering a guest kitchen, plus an outdoor pool & a tropical garden.
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Trendy suites, villas & apartments, most with balconies & ocean views, plus a quirky outdoor pool.
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- Free breakfast
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Elegant hotel offering refined rooms & villas, plus a gourmet restaurant, yoga classes & a spa.
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Airy rooms with ocean views in an upscale hotel offering a restaurant, a spa & an infinity pool.
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- Free breakfast
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Upscale, adults-only hotel with a lagoon pool & a beach bar, plus free breakfast & evening meals.
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- Free breakfast
- Spa
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Relaxed property with free WiFi & breakfast, plus dining, a swim-up bar & surf lessons.
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- Free breakfast
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Simple quarters, some with kitchens, in a rustic beachfront hotel offering dining & a French bakery.
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Bright rooms with colorful decor in a laid-back beachfront hotel offering an outdoor pool.
- Beach access
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- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- LGBTQ+ friendly

Casual beachfront hotel offering warm rooms with terraces, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
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Bright, simply decorated quarters in a laid-back hotel offering an outdoor pool.
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- Free breakfast
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Zulu Surf Hotel sits steps from Tamarindo beach, with bright common areas, a café downstairs and a laid-back surf‑oriented atmosphere. Rooms and suites are generally comfortable and well located and staff are often helpful, but units can be noisy, get hot without strong curtains or AC, and reception or activities organization sometimes lapses.
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WET Hotel offers modern, clean rooms and landscaped grounds with a saltwater pool and social, adults-only common areas. It sits within easy walking distance of Tamarindo’s beach, restaurants and nightlife, and owners and staff create a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere with attentive service and a noted craft cocktail bar.
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Bright quarters in a casual hotel with an outdoor pool, tropical gardens & an open-air eatery/bar.
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L'Avventura offers well-appointed rooms with kitchenettes and spacious showers set around tidy tropical grounds and a pool, though some guests note rooms feel smaller than the photos suggest. The hotel sits in a quiet, tucked-away location within walking distance of town and the beach, and hosts are responsive and helpful with manager support when needed.
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Hotel El Baquiano offers clean, cozy rooms with reliable hot water and quiet grounds. It sits conveniently on the main road toward Tamarindo, within a comfortable walking distance to the beach, supermarkets and restaurants. The hosts are welcoming and attentive, creating a friendly, family-like atmosphere.

The rooms are comfortable and simply decorated, and the grounds feature a pool and tree‑shaded deck frequented by monkeys and lizards. The lodge sits steps from shops, restaurants and the beach, offering a lively town atmosphere that can be noisy at night, while hosts and staff remain attentive, helping with tours, transport and an included on‑site cafe breakfast.
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- Free breakfast
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- Wi-Fi
- LGBTQ+ friendly

Bright rooms featuring natural materials in a relaxed hotel with an outdoor pool & a restaurant.
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Corona del Mar offers simple, homey beachfront apartments with a covered patio, hammock and small tropical yard, set directly on Playa Tamarindo yet a little removed from downtown noise. A small onsite team greets arrivals and the manager handles requests promptly; occasional guests note minor cleaning or insect issues.
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- Wi-Fi
- LGBTQ+ friendly

Snug rooms & dorms in a low-key hostel offering free breakfast & a guest kitchen & a lounge.
- Free breakfast
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi

Simple rooms in a relaxed hotel with complimentary Wi-Fi & parking, plus bay views.
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Hotel Elixir Tamarindo offers intimate, well-maintained grounds with a small pool and comfortable rooms, and sits within easy walking distance of the beach, shops and restaurants, creating a relaxed, secure atmosphere. The owner and staff are attentive and provide helpful breakfast service; occasional cleanliness or damp-smell issues have been noted.
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Rooms are private and well-appointed within lush grounds and a pool, creating a relaxed, nature-focused atmosphere where monkeys are often seen. The family host provides personalized breakfasts, evening meals and attentive service, though the lodge is remote with rough dirt roads and occasional transport challenges for beach trips.
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Rooms are clean and comfortable with air conditioning and a mini-fridge; the property has lush grounds, hammocks, a communal kitchen and a large lap pool. On the main road within walking distance of town, the lodge offers a relaxed, social atmosphere and an attentive, multilingual host who provides local tips and tours, while basic amenities like TV and coffee are limited.

Simple dorms & private rooms in a relaxed hostel close to the beach, plus a shared kitchen & a BBQ.
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Surf Ranch sits steps from Tamarindo Beach with renovated, surf‑friendly rooms and a relaxed courtyard dining vibe that appeals to surfers and remote workers. Staff are generally helpful, though guests sometimes encounter inconsistent self check‑in, spotty Wi‑Fi, or occasional cleanliness and odor issues in some back rooms.
- Free breakfast
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- LGBTQ+ friendly

Mono Luxe Villas offers brand-new, well‑designed villas with clean, comfortable beds, an infinity pool and secure private parking set in a relaxed tropical atmosphere. The property is a short walk from Tamarindo beach and downtown, and an attentive daytime concierge provides local tips and prompt, friendly service.
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Rustic rooms & apartments in a laid-back beach hotel offering an outdoor pool & free breakfast.
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- Free breakfast
- Spa
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the property includes small pool and lounge areas that provide a relaxed atmosphere, though pools and outdoor furniture sometimes look worn and grounds could use fresh paint. It sits a short walk from the beach and downtown, offers quiet security and hosts who respond promptly to questions.

Rooms are clean, spacious and well‑decorated; grounds include a pool with a mini slide, hammocks, yoga/chill areas and abundant wildlife. The location is a short walk or bike ride to town and the beach though the road can be dark at night, and the hosts provide attentive, helpful service with breakfasts, tours and rental assistance.
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- Wi-Fi
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Contemporary property with free breakfast, WiFi & parking, plus an outdoor pool & terrace dining.
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- Free breakfast
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Airy units with kitchens & furnished terraces in laid-back condo hotel featuring an outdoor pool.
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Unfussy rooms & apartments in a relaxed hotel featuring a garden & an outdoor pool.
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Laid-back rooms with patios or balconies in a relaxed hotel offering an outdoor pool.
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Tekana Retreat sits in lush jungle grounds with spacious, comfortable rooms, a large pool and on-site horses, providing a quiet, nature-focused atmosphere while staying close to Tamarindo and the beach. The hosts are friendly and accommodating, and guests have easy access to canopy zip-lines, horseback and ATV tours plus wellness amenities such as a red-light sauna.
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- Free breakfast
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Zen Garden Tamarindo offers clean, comfortable, uniquely designed rooms set in a lush garden with outdoor showers and a small plunge pool suited more for soaking than swimming. The property is a short walk or drive from Tamarindo and Langosta beaches and provides a relaxed, private atmosphere with attentive, friendly hosts and in-room kitchens and entertainment amenities.
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Cabinas El Labrador offers small, clean, well‑maintained rooms in a leafy oasis with a pool and fruit trees where wildlife like howler monkeys is common. It sits within easy walking distance of Tamarindo’s beaches, bars and restaurants while staying relatively quiet, and hosts are generally friendly though communication about bookings or cancellations can be inconsistent.

Noni Garden offers clean private and shared rooms set in a shaded tropical garden with well-kept common areas, a stocked kitchen, and convenient bathrooms and showers. About 600 meters from the beach, it provides a relaxed, social atmosphere near shops and cafés while hosts organize activities like surf lessons and massages and offer friendly, helpful service.

Le MaGil offers well-appointed, tastefully decorated rooms and a well-maintained garden and pool that create a tranquil atmosphere. Located conveniently for Tamarindo beaches and restaurants, the boutique hotel is run by attentive, helpful hosts who provide thoughtful amenities, homemade breakfasts, and practical local tips.
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- Free breakfast
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Trendy, minimalist rooms offering private terraces with hanging chairs, plus an outdoor pool.
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House of Nomad offers compact, comfortable rooms within a relaxed compound centered on a pleasant pool and communal area. Its location is a short walk to Tamarindo town and the beach, and hosts are friendly and helpful; occasional cleanliness or maintenance issues in ground‑level container units are noted.
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- Free breakfast
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Compact, modern bungalows offer clean, comfortable rooms with kitchenettes and a relaxing central pool and grounds. The property is within walking distance of Avellanas beach but sits off the main hubs down a bumpy dirt road. Hosts are friendly and helpful, though onsite staff presence is limited, communication is mainly via WhatsApp, and breakfast/delivery can be inconsistent.
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Spartan dorms & private rooms in a casual hostel with an outdoor pool, hammocks & a shared kitchen.
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- LGBTQ+ friendly

Muna Tamarindo offers clean, comfortable rooms with air conditioning, large TVs and cosy beds, plus a small pool and tidy grounds (occasional pool cleanliness and mild shower pressure issues). The property sits a short, quiet walk from Tamarindo beach and restaurants. Staff and hosts are friendly, responsive and professional.
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- LGBTQ+ friendly