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Tamarindo

Costa Rica · Surf town

Tamarindo is a relaxed Pacific-coast beach town in Costa Rica's Guanacaste province, known for surfing, seafood, and sunsets. Its main strip is walkable and easygoing, with 44 hotels ranging from beachfront boutiques like Capitán Suizo and Tamarindo Bay to all-inclusive resorts such as Occidental Tamarindo.

Known for: Beaches · Outdoors · Nightlife · Relaxation · Nature

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Mikado Natural Lodge

3.0

3km sur de Canopy de Pinilla Camino del Camaron

(116 reviews)

Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel

4.0

Playa Tamarindo, Santa Cruz

(672 reviews)

Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

3.0

Costado pester del Hotel Arcoiris, 100 metros sur del Banco Nacional de Costa rica-costado oeste de

(230 reviews)

Pacific Kalokairi - Adults Only

4.0

2km este del banco nacional, residencial monte grande, 11c Guanacaste, Santa cruz City Center

(128 reviews)

Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel

3.0

Frente Super Compro, C. del Parque, Provincia de

(245 reviews)

Occidental Tamarindo All Inclusive

4.0

Avenida España Calle Playa Langosta, Provincia de Playa Langosta

(10,585 reviews)

Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas

4.0

74RX+V74 south of Tamarindo Airport, 2 Kilometers, Provincia de Guanacaste, Tamarindo

(648 reviews)

Ocho Artisan Bungalows - Adults Only

4.0

200 meters south 2001 supermarket, Provincia de

(446 reviews)

The Coast Beachfront Hotel

3.0

C. Cardinal

(432 reviews)

Seis Playas Hotel

3.0

3KM South Cross Road Huacas 155

(286 reviews)

La Ramona Charming Hotel

3.0

100 meters South and 100 meters East from Banco Nacional, Provincia de

(178 reviews)

Tamarindo Village Hotel

3.0

100 metres south of hotel Arco Iris, Guanacaste Province

(143 reviews)

Hotel tips for you

Friendly Staff: Guests often mention the friendly, caring staff at Tamarindo hotels and their helpful recommendations for tours and restaurants.
Lush Gardens: Lush tropical gardens are common at Tamarindo hotels, and many guests report spotting howler monkeys and birds.
Walkable Location: Many Tamarindo hotels are within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, and shops.
Relaxed Vibe: Travelers describe Tamarindo hotels as peaceful and low-key, with a relaxed atmosphere.
Fresh Breakfast: Guest reviews often praise hotel breakfasts for being fresh, with good coffee.

Top viewpoints

Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica

Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

(1,952 reviews)

Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas

500 m SO de la Escuela de Playa Grande 933, Provincia de Guanacaste, Santa Cruz, 50308, Costa Rica

(1,889 reviews)

Top viewpoints

When to visit

OctoberColdest month

29° / 23°

30 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

November

29° / 24°

23 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

December

31° / 24°

10 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Breezy

January

32° / 24°

4 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

February

34° / 25°

3 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

MarchWarmest month

34° / 25°

7 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

April

34° / 25°

14 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

May

31° / 25°

26 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

June

29° / 24°

28 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

July

30° / 24°

25 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

August

30° / 24°

28 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

September

29° / 24°

29 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

When to visit

Things to do

Sloth Watching, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall from Guanacaste

(995 reviews)

From $160

Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs

(1,572 reviews)

From $145

Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo

4 hr

(1,172 reviews)

From $95

Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More

8 hr

(317 reviews)

From $194

Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

5 hr

(504 reviews)

From $97

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

15 hr

(609 reviews)

From $230

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or RIU Hotels

2 hr

(930 reviews)

From $95

Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari

2 hr

(761 reviews)

From $40

ATV and UTV Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo and Conchal Beach

2 hr

(464 reviews)

From $85

Private Full Day Local 3 Waterfalls Experience in Curubande

(120 reviews)

From $275

Guanacaste Zipline – Safe & Fun for Kids 2+ & Families

60 min

(398 reviews)

From $59

Tamarindo Estuary Tour

2 hr

(307 reviews)

From $45

Things to do

Ready-to-go itineraries

2-Day Tamarindo Highlights

2 days

Weekend in Tamarindo

3 days

5-Day Tamarindo Deep Dive

5 days

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Frequently asked questions about Tamarindo

Where should I stay in Tamarindo?

These are some of the best-reviewed hotels in Tamarindo:

Mikado Natural Lodge★ 4.9 · 116 reviews
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel★ 4.8 · 672 reviews
Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel - Adults Only★ 4.8 · 230 reviews
Pacific Kalokairi - Adults Only★ 4.8 · 128 reviews
Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel★ 4.7 · 245 reviews
Occidental Tamarindo All Inclusive★ 4.6 · 10,585 reviews

What are the best tours and activities in Tamarindo?

Popular, well-reviewed experiences you can book in Tamarindo:

Sloth Watching, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall from Guanacaste★ 4.9 · 995 reviews · From $160
Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs★ 4.8 · 1,572 reviews · From $145
Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo★ 4.9 · 1,172 reviews · From $95
Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More★ 4.9 · 317 reviews · From $194
Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

What day trips can I take from Tamarindo?

Full-day trips that start in Tamarindo:

Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More★ 4.9 · 317 reviews · 8 hr · From $194
Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica★ 4.6 · 609 reviews · 15 hr · From $230
Sunday Funday Tamarindo Party Bus - Beach and Pool Crawl★ 4.9 · 223 reviews · 8 hr · From $51
Whitewater Rafting Class III and IV★ 4.9 · 183 reviews · 10 hr · From $119
Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja

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Top viewpoints

Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica

Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

(1,952 reviews)

Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas

500 m SO de la Escuela de Playa Grande 933, Provincia de Guanacaste, Santa Cruz, 50308, Costa Rica

(1,889 reviews)

Things to do

Sloth Watching, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall from Guanacaste

(995 reviews)

From $160

Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs

(1,572 reviews)

From $145

Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo

4 hr

(1,172 reviews)

From $95

Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More

8 hr

(317 reviews)

From $194

Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

5 hr

(504 reviews)

From $97

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

15 hr

(609 reviews)

From $230

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or RIU Hotels

2 hr

(930 reviews)

From $95

Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari

2 hr

(761 reviews)

From $40

ATV and UTV Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo and Conchal Beach

2 hr

(464 reviews)

From $85

Private Full Day Local 3 Waterfalls Experience in Curubande

(120 reviews)

From $275

Guanacaste Zipline – Safe & Fun for Kids 2+ & Families

60 min

(398 reviews)

From $59

Tamarindo Estuary Tour

2 hr

(307 reviews)

From $45

Frequently asked questions about Tamarindo

Where should I stay in Tamarindo?

These are some of the best-reviewed hotels in Tamarindo:

Mikado Natural Lodge★ 4.9 · 116 reviews
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel★ 4.8 · 672 reviews
Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel - Adults Only★ 4.8 · 230 reviews
Pacific Kalokairi - Adults Only★ 4.8 · 128 reviews
Ten North Tamarindo Beach Hotel★ 4.7 · 245 reviews
Occidental Tamarindo All Inclusive★ 4.6 · 10,585 reviews

What are the best tours and activities in Tamarindo?

Popular, well-reviewed experiences you can book in Tamarindo:

Sloth Watching, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall from Guanacaste★ 4.9 · 995 reviews · From $160
Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs★ 4.8 · 1,572 reviews · From $145
Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo★ 4.9 · 1,172 reviews · From $95
Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More★ 4.9 · 317 reviews · From $194
Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

What day trips can I take from Tamarindo?

Full-day trips that start in Tamarindo:

Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More★ 4.9 · 317 reviews · 8 hr · From $194
Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica★ 4.6 · 609 reviews · 15 hr · From $230
Sunday Funday Tamarindo Party Bus - Beach and Pool Crawl★ 4.9 · 223 reviews · 8 hr · From $51
Whitewater Rafting Class III and IV★ 4.9 · 183 reviews · 10 hr · From $119
Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja

★ 4.5 · 504 reviews · From $97

★ 4.7 · 796 reviews · 12 hr · From $125

30°/ 24°

Light drizzle

11:00 AM local time (UTC−6)

Check weather

When to visit

OctoberColdest month

29° / 23°

30 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

November

29° / 24°

23 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

December

31° / 24°

10 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Breezy

January

32° / 24°

4 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

February

34° / 25°

3 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

MarchWarmest month

34° / 25°

7 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

April

34° / 25°

14 days of rain

Comfortable

Wind: Breezy

May

31° / 25°

26 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

June

29° / 24°

28 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

July

30° / 24°

25 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

August

30° / 24°

28 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild

September

29° / 24°

29 days of rain

Humid

Wind: Mild