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Resort-Style Stay w King Suite + Pool| Near Beach
Escape to a thoughtfully curated king suite designed just for two. Natural wood accents, cozy lighting, and cool A/C create the perfect vibe for restful nights and slow mornings in paradise. Lounge by the sparkling resort-style pool, challenge each other to arcade games or mini golf in the Spaceship-themed game room, and don’t forget to visit the exotic birds in the sanctuary. With three soft-sand beaches and great local dining just minutes away, your dream Costa Rica vacation comes to life here

Queen Room w/ Balcony, Hotel in the Shade
We are Hotel in the Shade, a boutique family-run hotel in Tamarindo. We aim to offer our guests the type of place where we would like to stay. That is why we focus on cleanliness, comfort, and contemporary décor. With a private balcony overlooking our pool, this queen room is perfect for those who want to enjoy the energy of the hotel and have their over private oasis. Included is access to our air-conditioned coworking space, perfect for travelling professionals and digital nomads alike.

Villas Macondo *Standard AC Room steps from beach
Villas Macondo is a lovable and peaceful place to relax in this beautiful tropical climate. We are located on a side street - but only two minutes walk to the wonderful beaches and the center of Tamarindo. A cordial and friendly atmosphere makes you feel at home away from home...We are famous for our beautiful tropical garden & pool, our atmosphere, the spacious grounds, the personal service, friendliness and the quick access to the beach - according to our guests a little "oasis"

T-Loft Boutique Studio
High-end studio apartment designed to offer maximum comfort. Located in the midst of nature and just meters away from the beach in Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, the accommodation features a fully equipped independent kitchen, high-speed Wi-Fi network connectivity with full coverage throughout the entire property, and cutting-edge technology systems. A fully autonomous environment that provides a truly independent experience, designed to make you feel exactly right at home.

Clean, cozy & comfortable private room @ Indra Inn
Indra Inn is a cozy bnb in the center of Playa Grande, Costa Rica. The garden is full of cashew, mango, and papaya trees. It's tranquil and quaint. Indra Inn is located on the main entrance street of Playa Grande, We are a short walk to a few supurb restaurants and the mini supermarket. We are a 10 minute stroll or 1 minute drive to the sunny beach of Playa Grande. High tide is great for surfing (365 days of waves a year) and low tide is great for tide pools.

Premium Superior Suite · Steps to the Ocean · #8
This sleek, minimalist suite features a King-sized bed, a spacious private bathroom, and a private patio perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. With high-quality linens and a modern design, you’ll feel pampered during your stay. Guests will also enjoy access to an outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach, a sharing kitchenette on our garden area, as well as plans for additional backyard features such as a BBQ area, in the near future.

Boutique Aparthotel ·150m Beach - Pool · 2nd floor
Comfortable 2nd-floor room in a new boutique aparthotel in Tamarindo, just 150 meters from the beach. Features a king-size bed, air conditioning, fast Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, and a well-equipped kitchenette. Guests enjoy access to shared spaces, including a pool with daybeds. Central, walkable location, perfect for a car-free stay, vacations, or remote work in paradise. First floor reservation : airbnb.com/h/elpatiotamarindo1floor

Private Queen Shared bathroom - ONDA - Adults Only
Smartly designed private room with a queen bed and shared bathroom (cleaned daily). Though compact (10m²), it's comfortable and bright—perfect for solo travelers or couples. Enjoy full access to ONDA’s shared spaces: pool, coworking with A/C, guest kitchen, yoga deck, and beer garden. Just 5 minutes from the beach, ONDA is your home base for surf, chill, and remote work—surrounded by good vibes and great people.

Zen Garden Tamarindo 2, jugle oasis- Adults Only
Welcome to Zen Garden Tamarindo! Come enjoy the quiet neighborhood of Langosta, your tranquil getaway from the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo, just a short 5 minute drive from the excitement. Disconnect and enjoy the tranquility of the beach just 2 blocks away from the property. Zen Garden Tamarindo consists of 3 private villas. The pool is located in the center of the property and is shared among the 3 villas.

Romantic tent
Providing free WiFi, a swimming pool in a tropical garden and free bikes, Flor y Bambu is located in Playa Grande at 1,3 klm from the Nacional park Las Baulas. The property provides a shared full equiped kitchen nearby the pool and a concierge service. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a balcony, a private bathroom with an outside shower, safe, fans and fridge.

Cedro - Romantic Boutique Suite Near Tamarindo
Ideal for a quiet and comfortable stay near Tamarindo. Cedro is a warm private suite at Kahwi, a small boutique property surrounded by nature. It offers a queen bed, kitchenette, A/C, Wi-Fi, and access to the shared saltwater pool, gardens, fire pit and outdoor areas. Great for couples or travelers looking to relax while staying close to beaches, dining and town.

Elixir Hotel - Deluxe Double with Balcony
Hotel Elixir is a newly built small family hotel located in Tamarindo on a quiet street just a few minutes walk from downtown and the beach. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fan, a refrigerator, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a closet. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Guests have access to the garden with pool and solarium area and parking.
Popular amenities for Santa Cruz hotels
Family-friendly hotels

Suite near Playa Junquillal | For 4 + pool

Boutique hotel Tamarindo center luxury Top King

Spacious studio steps from the beach

Two Bedroom Condo with Jungle View in Nosara

Garden View Room: Tamarindo Beach

Room 7 - Hotel Chocolate

Walk to beach | Turtle Room+ shared kitchen + A/C

Hacienda la Norma Suite
Hotels with a pool

Shipping Container Triple room Guiones Nosara

Hacienda Santa Elena 3

Adults-Only Ocean View Bungalow + Breakfast

AC Suite 200 M from Playa Pelada

Mar Botánico - Avellanas Beach Hotel - Queen Room

Elegant cabin, tropical shower

King Room in Surf House

Manglar Deluxe Villa with Rooftop
Hotels with a patio

Sila cabins. Room #3 Suitable for 4 or more people

Beautiful View Private Room

Platinum Villa in Playa Hermosa

Hotel Tamarindo INN

Hotel room with terrace King bed

Anika Boutique Suites 5 - Adults only

Villas Chikuky-Villa 2: Family beach getaway

Oasis of Peace
Destinations to explore
- Playa Conchal
- Playa Grande
- Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica
- Playa Panama
- Ponderosa Adventure Park
- Parque Nacional Rincón de La Vieja
- Brasilito Beach
- Playa Negra
- Playa Ventanas
- Playa Real
- Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
- Palo Verde National Park
- Playa Lagarto
- Flamingo
- Cerro Pelado
- Playa Hermosa
- Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club Dining
- Barra Honda National Park
- Playa Tamarindo
- Santa Rosa National Park
- Playa Nacascolito
- Playa Potrero
- Las Baulas National Marine Park





