Beachfront hotels in Tamarindo

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Tamarindo. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. This property is a beachfront hotel that has an outdoor pool, spa facilities and massage services. It also features meeting rooms, gardens and on-site shops. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in the business centre and private parking. The rustic-style rooms at Capitán Suizo Beach Front Boutique Hotel are air conditioned and have a seating area, safety deposit box and balconies. They are decorated with wooden furniture and light-coloured beddings. The on-site restaurant serves local dishes and international-style cuisine. It also has a bar. Hotel Capitán Suizo Beach Front Boutique Hotel can help the guest with the arrangements to take tours like canopy, sports fishing or horseback riding. Kayaking is also a suggested activity. Tamarindo Beach is less than 200 metres from the hotel and guests can be at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport after a 1-hour drive. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $334.

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• 2 Jardin del Eden Boutique Hotel Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. This adults-only boutique hotel offers stylish accommodations with ocean views and tropical gardens. Jardin del Eden also features a private beach garden located in the middle of Tamarindo beach. Each room provides free WiFi, noise reduced air conditioning, flat-screen TV, digital safe, mini fridge and coffee maker. Jardin del Eden also features a spa and wellness centre. The on-site poolside restaurant features a blend of Asian, Mediterranean and Central American flavors made from fresh local ingredients. Guests can enjoy breakfast, a light snack-style lunch and a limited a la carte dinner. Activities offered in the area are snorkeling, diving, horseback riding and fishing. The hotel staff can help with information of what is worth sightseeing. Jardin del Eden is located 45 minutes drive from Costa Rica's Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) and a 5 minutes drive away from Tamarindo domestic airport. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $390.

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• 3 The Coast Beachfront Hotel Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. 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. Tamarindo Airport is 10 minutes' away while the international Liberia airport is one hour. The Coast Beachfront Hotel offers free optic fibre WiFi throughout the property. There are rooms with beach views and pool views. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy great swimming and surfing out front. There are lounge chairs, beach chairs and boogie boards. For a surcharge, the property offers a round trip airport shuttle. While our hotel does not have a restaurante, all our units are equipped with a full kitchen. As well there are many restaurants in the area. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $275.

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• 4 Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Resort. Featuring three outdoor swimming pools overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort has a beautiful setting on Tamarindo Beach. This large resort has 4 restaurants, 4 bars, a spa and a casino. The attractive rooms at Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort offer garden, pool or ocean views. All accommodation has a seating area, a minibar and a flat-screen TV. Set overlooking the ocean, Diriá Restaurant offers an a la carte breakfast and dinner, while Matapalo serves Costa Rican dishes, steak and seafood on its terrace. There is also a pizzeria, a beach bar, a cocktail lounge and a café. Las Baulas National Park is less than 1 km from the resort. Playa Conchal and Playa Flamingo are within 25 minutes’ drive of Tamarindo. Daniel Oduber International Airport is 65 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $289.

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• 5 Hotel La Palapa Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Hotel la palapa offers accommodation in Tamarindo. Guests can enjoy breakfast on the on-site beachfront restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Hotel la palapa features free WiFi, TV, coffee maker, air conditioning, fridge and a terrace with sea views. Property is near restaurants and shops. There is massage service available for an extra cost. Playa Conchal is 12 km from Hotel la palapa, while Playa Hermosa is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 46 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $112.

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• 6 Zulu Surf Hotel Tamarindo Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Set in Tamarindo and with Tamarindo Beach reachable within 100 metres, Zulu Surf Hotel Tamarindo offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. The property is situated 1 km from Grande Beach, 2 km from Langosta Beach and 3.7 km from Villarreal. Hernández is 7.5 km from the hotel and Lorena is 12 km away. All rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also have city views. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a à la carte breakfast. At Zulu Surf Hotel Tamarindo you will find a restaurant serving American, Italian and Pizza cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested. Tamarindo Airport is 3.9 km from the accommodation, while Santa Rosa is 5.7 km away. The nearest airport is Tamarindo Airport, 4 km from Zulu Surf Hotel Tamarindo. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $131.

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• 7 JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Resort. Live the essence of Costa Rican in a luxury hacienda style resort in Guanacaste. This resort & spa sits oceanfront and is surrounded by the beauty of Costa Rican rich biodiversity. This hotel is the closest international branded resort to Tamarindo. All air-conditioned guestrooms have balconies either with garden, pool or ocean view. The resort is located right at Mansita beach and guests can choose from 4 other beaches within Hacienda Pinilla. Next to the resort you will find an equestrian center, tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course with a coastal layout. Off-site activities such as surfing lessons, zip lining, horseback riding, white water rafting, kayaking, bird & monkey watching and ATV tours can be arranged on site. Within the resort guests will find an array of gastronomic options such as Azul Grill beach front restaurant, Tamarine our Asian fusion cuisine restaurant, Sabanero is a genuine Guanacastecan Steakhouse or Mansita Restaurant. The hotel features an award winning spa, a spectacular infinity pool, outdoor Jacuzzis, a fully equipped fitness center, biking and jogging trails and a Kids Club. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $749.

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• 8 Occidental Tamarindo ALL INCLUSIVE Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Resort. Offering a beautiful setting on Playa Langosta Beach and next to Las Baulas National Park, Occidental Tamarindo features an outdoor swimming pool and spa. Occidental Tamarindo has attractive décor throughout. Each air-conditioned room has a flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee maker. This property is beachfront. Guests can enjoy a range of international cuisine at the buffet and à la carte restaurant. There is also a poolside bar and a lounge bar. La Fontana (Italian) and Kyoto (Japanese) restaurants only serve à la carte dinners; Only one courtesy a la carte dinner is offered for every 3 nights of lodging in the restaurant of your choice (La Fontana or Kyoto). Guests staying for fewer days may pay an additional fee to access these restaurants. Occidental Tamarindo’s spa features a hot tub and sauna and offers treatments including massage. There is also a gym and beauty salon. Langosta Beach is a popular surfing destination and other activities include deep-sea fishing, kayaking and snorkelling. The resort also features tennis courts and volleyball pitches. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around $210.

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• 9 Hotel Laguna del Cocodrilo Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Set right on Tamarindos Beach, Hotel Laguna del Cocodrilo offers lush tropical gardens, a sun terrace and air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms. Las Baulas Marine National Park is a 6-minute drive away. Each bright, functional room offers free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a fan and a safe. All rooms have views of the gardens, sea or street, and some rooms also have a furnished terrace. Laguna del Cocodrilo has an authentic French bakery, where you can enjoy homemade bread and pastries. Several restaurants can be found within a 2-minute walk of the hotel. Hotel Laguna del Cocodrilo can organize activities including snorkelling, mountain biking, zip lining and bird watching. Liberia Airport is a 45-minute drive away, and transfers can be arranged on request. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $78.

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• 10 Surf Ranch Tamarindo Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Set in Tamarindo and with Tamarindo Beach reachable within a few steps, Surf Ranch Tamarindo offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is located 400 metres from Grande Beach, 2.5 km from Langosta Beach and 3. 1 km from Villarreal. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a garden view. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the hotel. A business centre and meeting and banquet facilities are also available at Surf Ranch Tamarindo. Tamarindo Airport is 3.3 km from the accommodation, while Santa Rosa is 5.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tamarindo, 3 km from Surf Ranch Tamarindo, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 6.7, rooms from around $102.

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• 11 Hotel Marielos Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Cabinas Marielos is set in Tamarindo, 12 km from Playa Conchal. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. A flat screen TV is featured. There is a shared kitchen at the property. Arrays of activities are available on site such as surfing, sport fishing and sun bathing. Playa Hermosa is 35 km from Cabinas Marielos, while Playa Grande is 14 km away and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course is 17 km away. Juan Santamaria International Airport is 245 km away while the local Tamarindo Airport is 3.5 km away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around $56.

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• 12 Hotel Villa Amarilla Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Set in Tamarindo, 550 metres from Grande Beach and 1.6 km from Langosta Beach, Hotel Villa Amarilla offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, and barbecue facilities. The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. Some units feature a patio and/or a balcony with garden or sea views. After a day of hiking or cycling, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $137.

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• 13 Corona del Mar Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Aparthotel. Set in Tamarindo, Corona del Mar offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. The aparthotel offers a barbecue. Tamarindo Beach is a few steps from Corona del Mar, while Langosta Beach is less than 1 km away. The nearest airport is Tamarindo, 5 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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• 14 Tsunami Hostel Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Hostel. Tsunami Surf Hostel is located a 2-minute walk from the beachfront in the surfing hotspot of Tamarindo. This guest house offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen and a tropical garden with hammocks. Each simple room at the Tsunami Surf Hostel offers bright décor, tiled floors and bed linen. Bathrooms include a bath or shower. At Tsunami Surf Hostel you will find a communal lounge and a 24-hour reception with a tour desk. The property offers free parking and free bike rental. Surfers can enjoy the waves along Tamarindo’s beaches and the El Estero rivermouth, located next to the property. Shops, restaurants and bars can be found within a 10-minute walk in the town centre. Liberia International Airport is within an hour’s drive. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around $50.

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• 15 Casa Karen Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Holiday home. Located just 2.1 km from Huacas in Tamarindo, Casa Karen provides a getaway with a terrace, outdoor pool, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. This holiday home has a private pool, a garden and free private parking. The holiday home features 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. Matapalo is 4 km from the holiday home, while Garita is 4.5 km away. The nearest airport is Tamarindo, 8 km from Casa Karen, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.0

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• 16 Crystal Sands 504 Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Inn. Set in Tamarindo, within a few steps of Langosta Beach and less than 1 km of Tamarindo Beach, Crystal Sands 504 offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 5.5 km from Villarreal, 5. 7 km from Tamarindo Airport and 9.3 km from Hernández. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy sea views. The inn will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, an oven, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Crystal Sands 504 all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Lorena is 14 km from the accommodation, while Playa Avellana is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Tamarindo, 6 km from Crystal Sands 504, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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• 17 Crystal Sands 104 Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  

  Apartment. Featuring a spa bath, Crystal Sands 104 is located in Tamarindo. The air-conditioned accommodation is a few steps from Langosta Beach, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The apartment with a balcony and sea views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Tamarindo Beach is 90 metres from the apartment, while Villarreal is 5.4 km away. The nearest airport is Tamarindo Airport, 5 km from Crystal Sands 104. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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