The building where the buffet was incredibly hot and when we asked if we could eat outside we were told no, even though there are tables just outside the buffet.

The location was amazing. The beach was stunning

Stayed in March 2025

Not a true all inclusive because many of the bars and restaurants aren’t open most of the time. They don’t readily restock the refrigerator in your room. They don’t have enough staff at the bars. The pool was okay but would be better with a bar or some sort of water feature. Not enough beach chairs and umbrellas

The location is wondering because you have direct access to a nice beach and download. At the pool, there was ample seating.

Stayed in March 2025

There could have been some more up to date information in the brochure, like how laundry works (as the information was out of date).

All the rest of it, the staff were wonderful; especially the travel agent for the tours, she was amazing

Stayed in January 2025

I would not go there just for the food….it was adequate but not particularly special. We don’t drink, much, so the watered down drink didn’t bother us I would not stay there because of the beach…the rocks and rip-tides do not make this beach very user-friendly…and I live for water sports, so this is very important to me. Fortunately Tamarindo beach makes up for that. It is crowded, but a great, safe beach….take the bus to get there. The main eating area was lacking in a lot of the small, but important details. A few annoying instances: The salt and pepper shakers were often empty or non-existent. the coffee machines often had no stir sticks the juice machines often spouted just sofa water instead of the wanted drink

A very relaxed vibe Pool was really great Lots of activities the pool and dance exercises were great The walk to and back from Tamarindo along the beach was superb The music was 9.5/10….excellent! The fresh fruit was wonderful, varied and plentiful. Never went away hungry. It was not gourmet by any stretch but we could always find something tasty. Room was spacious and clean Staff was helpful

Stayed in January 2025

The room was somewhat tired with lots of minor things not well maintained - the airconditioning leaked drops of water on the floor, the door to the veranda was very stiff but able to be opened, the flyscreen door to the verandar was broken. I wouldn't have expected these things in such a high level resort. Also you should be aware that the resort is about 2 kms from Tamarindo beach / town and the resort offers no transportaton there so I took a local taxi that cost me US$16 for the return trip.

There was a relaxed flow to the day on the resort with large windows of time to go to the free buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner and with plenty of drinks and snacks throughout the rest of the day. In between there was life around the pool area and I particularly enjoyed the aqua aerobics as well as reading at the beach cafe where you could be mesmerised with both the ocean and the swimming pool area at the same time. Dipping in and out of the pool througout the day was great as well as the sunsets down at the beach.

Stayed in January 2025

Nice and spacious room, clean with daily service at convenient times during the day, nice architecture and landscaping of the overall resort, well-taken care of vegetation, excellent location, large swimming pool - most of the time the water temperature was warm, decent food variety at the main restaurant, good selection of games to be played at the pool.

Stayed in January 2025

The food. Snack bar had food kept outside where the racoons get to it.

The staff, the location, the beach

Stayed in November 2024

after storm the internet was out for all rooms, so we were with out internet in our room for 10 of our 14 days.

food was good, average. I would like to see more quality seafood and authentic cuisine

Stayed in September 2024

The snack bar has always the same appetizers, also the coffee machines never worked

Buffet restaurant and the hospitality

Stayed in September 2024

The staff is what makes this place special. In addition the location, pool, and food are very nice. It really felt like home by the end of trip.

Stayed in September 2024

Front desk staff was not at all helpful and the excursions staff was incredibly RUDE!

Dining staff was amazing.

Stayed in July 2024

Lava rock beach was nice to look at, but not a swimming beach which I did not know due to the big surfing waves, bathroom shower did not drain while showering, wanted to shoot pool, but the table only took quarters and there was no way to get change for a dollar bill, could not put your plastic cup within reach while you were in the pool, music should be more diversified throughout the day.

Excellent Value, comfortable beds, cleaning service daily, warm pool towels daily, fruit and salads, daily a.m. smoothies, can bring your yeti for drinks, meat and omelette station chef so nice and always had a smile on his face, pick up location for excursions, very close to the town of Tamarindo.

Stayed in June 2024

The dining room was not airconditioned, only had overhead fans. It did get quite hot there and we overheated a little.

The hotel had all we needed. A great few days of relaxing on the beach. We loved the live music in the evenings and the drinks. The room was very comfortable and we found our few days there very peaceful. The japanese restaurant was lovely (and air conditioned!), good sushi.

Stayed in May 2024

Lifeguard uses his whistle too much.

Location, beach, food and drinks

Stayed in May 2024

The buffet and lobby are all open so no AC unless you’re in your room

The hotel was so clean and well maintained! The rooms were spacious and clean. The pool is open late and the buffet had delicious food! Easy access directly to the beach with lounge chairs available for guests.

Stayed in April 2024

The staff was actually evil. Not a single person was remotely friendly. Constantly harrased us the entire trip. Couldn't have drinks by the pool. Not allowed to bring guests back to your room. Place felt like a prison run by prison security. It's also a geriatric facility. We were all in our 20s and this resort was all mostly old people. So if your are old, you'll love this place. If you are younger and like to party, get a hostel or airbnb in town because this isn't the spot for you.

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and air conditioning worked great! Rooms had everything we needed. The food was also wonderful. Loved the buffets, drinks, coffee, fresh fruit, etc. We were a group of 12 college guys and we thought the food was awesome. The pool and beach were great as well. All in all the resort itself was awesome.

Stayed in March 2024

Front reception staff. Never looked up to welcome guests on time. They weren’t friendly, understanding, Etc. The specialty restaurants are not special at all - subpar.

The restaurant staff at the main dining area - wonderful!! Alejandro was on top of everything in the restaurant! Claudio the person who brought our suitcases to our room was exceptionally nice and knowledgeable.

Stayed in March 2024

The rooms could do with a little modernisation, we stayed in the duplex suite and it looked very tired and needed updating.

The facilities around the property were very good and all the staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. We took the opportunity to use the spa which was very good and reasonably priced for a couples massage.

Stayed in March 2024

It is time to renovate, it is getting old and needs some TLC. Food was very average.

Location and staff.

Stayed in January 2024

The only thing that was not to a high level of excellence was the restaurant La Fontana. Although the meal was "free," we were confused by the menu and wine list. My seafood linguine was fabulous and generous. My husband's ravioli was hard and didn't have much ham in it; he didn't eat it. Italian restaurants begin with bread or bread sticks and end with coffee; both of these were lacking. Also, we were uncertain about leaving the restaurant and whether we were to leave a tip or not. Basically, we needed more info about the restaurant's protocols.

I liked that we didn't have to do anything. Everything was organized and well set up. Food and drink was constantly available. The resort was well maintained, both inside and outside. For those who want a beach experience, this is the best beach location in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

Stayed in January 2024

The wifi kind of stunk where our room was located - it was good in the lobby and by the pool.

I really liked the distance from downtown. It was quiet, but close enough to walk into town. The service was very good. The food options were good. Having the "wet bar" in the room was really nice. The local surfers come to the beach near Occidental, so they were fun to watch. There were plenty of lounge chairs near the pool and on the beach. I liked that it seemed to be a family friendly place so there were not a lot of drunk/rowdy people there. The rooms seemed well insulated so that we did not hear the neighbors. Seeing and hearing the Howler Monkeys from our balcony was an added bonus.

Stayed in January 2024

Drinks could be litter better.

Great location, right on beach. Good Food options. Drinks were ok, too much sugar for my test.

Stayed in December 2023

Checking in took a long time because only 1 employee working

Beautiful location, views of ocean from pool, short walk to Tamarindo center, good vibe staff

Stayed in October 2023

I think the snacks can be improved and have more options

I liked desserts , main food , the pool was nice

Stayed in September 2023