5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Perfect wide, firm sand beach for walking each morning
Tamarindo Beach Tours
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Tours & day trips
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Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 64 reviews
Free cancellation available
Water activities
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Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco
Activity duration is 4 hours and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Classes & workshops
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From Timarouba: Sailing & Snorkeling w/Lunch & Drinks Ticket
Activity duration is 4 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 21 reviews
Free cancellation available
Spa & wellness
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Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja
Activity duration is 12 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 307 reviews
Free cancellation available
Reviews of Tamarindo Beach
4.3
Top Destination
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
It is very crowded. Was my least favorite stop.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The best sunset spot! You have to arrive 20 minutes earlier to see the amazing sunset from the beginning to the end.
3/5 - Okay
Guest
very touristy. Mostly American food and very overpriced.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Tamarindo was a nice resort town beach. The water was nice and there are a lot of things to do. I was staying at Avellanas and was struck by how different they were. Stay at Tamarindo if you want to be in town and be able to go to a lot of restaurants and see lots of people. Stay in Avellanas or other nearby beaches if you want solitude
5/5 - Excellent
Jane
Be sure to eat at Walters Restaurant and buy souvenirs at Buena Nena! Also, book all your excursions with James, this guys from the beach who sells excursions for a reasonable price!!
Popular places to visit
Grande Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Grande Beach during your travels in Playa Grande? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Playa Langosta
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Langosta during your trip to Tamarindo? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
Las Baulas National Marine Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Las Baulas National Marine Park and enjoy the surfing in Playa Grande. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Ventanas Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ventanas Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Playa Grande. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Playa Róbalo
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Róbalo during your trip to Tamarindo? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Playa Lagartillo
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Lagartillo during your trip to Veintisiete de Abril? Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Best Lodging Options Near Tamarindo Beach
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MARAVIDA Boutique Hotel & Resort
1000 Calle Principal Tamarindo Guanacaste
Zulu Surf Hotel
Centro Comercial Plaza Conchal Tamarindo Provincia de Guanacaste
Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
Playa Tamarindo Tamarindo Guanacaste
Hotel Perla de la Playa
Calle Central Tamarindo
Laguna del Cocodrilo
Tamarindo Beach Tamarindo Guanacaste
In the Shade Hotel - Coworking - Adults Only
Calle Corona Tamarindo Guanacaste
Cabinas Marielos
Playa Tamarindo Tamarindo Guanacaste
Hotel La Palapa
25 Meters Norte de la Rotonda Tamarindo Guanacaste
WET hotel - Adults Only
150 meters east of Banco Nacional Tamarindo Guanacaste Province
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