Tamarindo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tamarindo featuring shopping and street scenes
Tamarindo which includes a beach as well as an individual male
Tamarindo featuring a sandy beach
Tamarindo
Tamarindo showing a beach as well as a large group of people
This former fishing village has developed into a popular destination for vacationers seeking surf breaks, a lively nightlife and coastal scenery.

Tamarindo is the most lively and developed part of the picturesque Guanacaste province. Rolling surf breaks, miles of beaches and an array of restaurants and nightclubs make the town a hit among surfers, families and partygoers. Spend relaxing days at the beach and visit a stunning marine park to discover mangrove swamps and giant turtles.

Walk along the 3.5-mile (5.6-kilometer) stretch of white sand on the beach. Take your board out on the rough ocean waves and hit the world-renowned surf. The city’s nickname is Tamagringo, in a playful reference to the “gringo” revelers and surfers who visit from overseas. Pico Pequeño and El Estero are two acclaimed surfing spots in the area.

Go on a daytrip to Las Baulas National Marine Park to see the gigantic endangered turtles that come ashore. Learn about the plight of the magnificent creatures in the site’s museum. Explore the mangrove swamps to see monkeys and other wildlife.

There are many activities in the area for families. Take the kids to Bolas Locas Mini Golf to play rounds on a creative course with volcano holes, tidal wave spirals and rocky mazes. Take in gorgeous beach views while riding a horse from the Painted Pony Guest Ranch. Visit the church, where locals hold mass and musical concerts in English.

Dine at one of the restaurants in the heart of the town and enjoy local delicacies, such as pork skins or shrimp and onions. There are also many bistros serving international cuisine. Dance at a salsa club or enjoy drinks at a sports bar until the early hours of the morning.

Fly to Liberia International Airport and take the 41.9-mile (67.5-kilometer) journey southwest to Tamarindo by taxi or airport shuttle. It is easy to get around the small beach town on foot or by taxis.

The lively vibe in the built-up town of Tamarindo offers a fun-filled contrast to the serene destinations in Guanacaste.

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
4 out of 5
Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is AU$375 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$375
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"We always love visiting The Diria in Tamarindo. The people and food are wonderful. I wish they allowed for late checkouts, even if a fee was charged"

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2025

Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive
Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Playa Langosta, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is AU$351 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$351
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff Comfortable beds Good food Right on the beach"

Reviewed on 26 Feb. 2025

Occidental Tamarindo - All Inclusive
Wyndham Tamarindo
Wyndham Tamarindo
3.5 out of 5
200m Al E Y 800m Al N Del, Bco, Ncal. De Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
The price is AU$411 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$411
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"This is our fourth time at the Wyndham Tamarindo. I understand it is under new management, and although the setting is wonderful and the pool and the beach club are great, some of the services have deteriorated. The bus service to town and the beach is now every hour instead of every half hour. Sometimes, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025

Wyndham Tamarindo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
4 out of 5
Av Central, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
"Amazing owner and property manager. Close to everything but still feel like you’re in the middle of nature"

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
3 out of 5
Playa Avellanas, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3-star villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (32 reviews)
"It's actually a 20 minute walk to the beach. The property is new and clean."

Reviewed on 25 Feb. 2025

Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas
Hacienda Pinilla Vacation Rentals
Hacienda Pinilla Vacation Rentals
4 out of 5
2 KM west of Hernandez intersection, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Tamarindo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tamarindo Beach and Hacienda Pinilla ...
9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)
"Great property, and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Hacienda Pinilla Vacation Rentals
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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