In the Shade Hotel - Coworking - 300Mbit - Adults Only
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at Garden Cafe or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Location
A stay at In the Shade Hotel - Coworking - Adults Only places you in the heart of Tamarindo, within a 10-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach and WAYRA Institute of Spanish. This hotel is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from Conchal Beach and 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Flamingo Beach.
What's nearby
WAYRA Institute of Spanish(0.3 Miles)
Tamarindo Beach(0.3 Miles)
Playa Langosta(1.3 Miles)
Tamarindo Church(2.7 Miles)
Black Stallion Eco Park(4.8 Miles)
Casino Diria(5.1 Miles)
Las Baulas National Marine Park(7.6 Miles)
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course(9 Miles)
Playa Róbalo(9.8 Miles)
Grande Beach(10.7 Miles)
Mansita Beach(11 Miles)
Playa Brasilito(11.1 Miles)
Ventanas Beach(11.4 Miles)
GuanaKart(11.4 Miles)
Playa Zapotillal(11.5 Miles)
Tamarindo (TNO)(2.5 Miles)
Nosara (NOB)(42.7 Miles)
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)(41.8 Miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room service
Tour desk
Location
Calle Corona 9, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
WAYRA Institute of Spanish (0.3 Miles)
Tamarindo Beach (0.3 Miles)
Playa Langosta (1.3 Miles)
Tamarindo Church (2.7 Miles)
Black Stallion Eco Park (4.8 Miles)
Casino Diria (5.1 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.2
Superb
Based on 446 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
70%
Family
10%
Group
20%
What guests think
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At In the Shade Hotel - Coworking - 300Mbit - Adults Only, reviews highlight friendly staff, a walkable location, a pool and coworking space, and simple rooms; noted downsides are weak shower pressure, occasional noise, and a muddy access road.
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What guests think
At In the Shade Hotel - Coworking - 300Mbit - Adults Only, reviews highlight friendly staff, a walkable location, a pool and coworking space, and simple rooms; noted downsides are weak shower pressure, occasional noise, and a muddy access road.
Many guests enjoy the on-site breakfast, coffee, and smoothies, with several calling the food delicious. Reviews also note a quiet, small-scale atmosphere and reliable Wi-Fi suitable for remote work. Expect a simple, friendly base close to everything in Tamarindo.
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Facilities
Guests repeatedly praise the pool, the coworking space, and the on-site cafe for breakfast and light bites; several also mention guest socials.
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Helena
17 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The place was beautiful, breakfast was the best in Tamarindo we had. The property was clean, the co-working space was great. I really enjoyed meeting new people at the sunset and drinks event that they hosted, that was a cherry on top. They provided snacks and drinks on the house which was so thoughtful. Everything was walking distance. Fully recommend.
The place was beautiful, breakfast was the best in Tamarindo we had. The property was clean, the co-working space was great. I really enjoyed meeting new people at the sunset and drinks event that they hosted, that was a cherry on top. They provided snacks and drinks on the house which was so thoughtful. Everything was walking distance. Fully recommend.
10
Devon
14 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,366 nights
This place is excellent. A perfect location in Tamarindo walking distance to all the restaurants and bars but also super chill and quiet. It's just far enough to be a perfect sanctuary to relax and reboot during the day. Super comfortable beds which really matters when you're surfing every day. Great co-work space and super solid internet. I don't even like staying in Tamarindo usually but this place changed my mind. I will be back for sure.
This place is excellent. A perfect location in Tamarindo walking distance to all the restaurants and bars but also super chill and quiet. It's just far enough to be a perfect sanctuary to relax and reboot during the day. Super comfortable beds which really matters when you're surfing every day. Great co-work space and super solid internet. I don't even like staying in Tamarindo usually but this place changed my mind. I will be back for sure.
10
Victoria
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Really nice boutique hotel in a great area in Tamarindo. Housekeeping services available daily, friendly and helpful staff, help with local excursions and recommendations. Beautiful outdoor pool and common area!
Really nice boutique hotel in a great area in Tamarindo. Housekeeping services available daily, friendly and helpful staff, help with local excursions and recommendations. Beautiful outdoor pool and common area!
10
Robert
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We highly recommend In The Shade Hotel. The place is very convenient, with all the rooms surrounding the pool. Very clean. It is well located, easily walkable to the beach. Sandra and Maddie made great recommendations for our stay. Breakfast is fantastic, served with friendly staff.
We highly recommend In The Shade Hotel. The place is very convenient, with all the rooms surrounding the pool. Very clean. It is well located, easily walkable to the beach. Sandra and Maddie made great recommendations for our stay. Breakfast is fantastic, served with friendly staff.
10
Jeremy
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Another great stay it In The Shade, even at the peak of rainy season :) I was traveling solo and this place is nice and quiet but not far from the main road where all the shops and restaurants are. They also have great food and coffee and smoothies in the morning. Check-in is easy and the staff is so very kind and accommodating. My favorite place to stay in Tamarindo and I have tried many places. Will be back again!
Another great stay it In The Shade, even at the peak of rainy season :) I was traveling solo and this place is nice and quiet but not far from the main road where all the shops and restaurants are. They also have great food and coffee and smoothies in the morning. Check-in is easy and the staff is so very kind and accommodating. My favorite place to stay in Tamarindo and I have tried many places. Will be back again!
10
Rich
13 Jan 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
This hotel is amazing. Perfectly located to central Tamarindo and In very easy walking distance to the bars, beach and shops (all within 5 mins) (genuinely 5 mins too) The hotel is clean and comfortable with great staff and excellent facilities. Including a co working space (desks and office space with a view of the pool, in a very cool air conditioned space) There is no gym, however energy fitness is literally 5 minute walk away and is only $30 USD for a week pass. I am a frequent traveler and very picky with hotels but you can rest assured that this one is great. I would recommend booking any excursions through the hotel as they secure excellent rates and email you a payment link to securely pay online. I would recommend booking your airport transfer through them too. If you can pay them in Cash ($USD) and you get a generous discount. But you can pay by card no problem. Rich
This hotel is amazing. Perfectly located to central Tamarindo and In very easy walking distance to the bars, beach and shops (all within 5 mins) (genuinely 5 mins too) The hotel is clean and comfortable with great staff and excellent facilities. Including a co working space (desks and office space with a view of the pool, in a very cool air conditioned space) There is no gym, however energy fitness is literally 5 minute walk away and is only $30 USD for a week pass. I am a frequent traveler and very picky with hotels but you can rest assured that this one is great. I would recommend booking any excursions through the hotel as they secure excellent rates and email you a payment link to securely pay online. I would recommend booking your airport transfer through them too. If you can pay them in Cash ($USD) and you get a generous discount. But you can pay by card no problem. Rich
10
Jingchun
13 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful stuff, the location is perfect, 5 minutes walk to the beach, love the swimming pool
Very helpful stuff, the location is perfect, 5 minutes walk to the beach, love the swimming pool
10
Anna
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Highly recommend!!! Comfortable and super cute! Great coworking space, delicious food and Service was A++! Attracts a lot of digital nomad types, upscale hostel vibes.
Highly recommend!!! Comfortable and super cute! Great coworking space, delicious food and Service was A++! Attracts a lot of digital nomad types, upscale hostel vibes.
10
carl
10 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Love this place!! So welcoming and friendly!! Great little cafe onsite with outstanding breakfasts!!
Love this place!! So welcoming and friendly!! Great little cafe onsite with outstanding breakfasts!!
10
Valerie
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and shared areas are consistently described as very clean, and the pool is well maintained.
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10
Scott
4 Nov 2025
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Stayed 15 nights
Clean room. Great location. Great staff.
Clean room. Great location. Great staff.
10
Robert
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We highly recommend In The Shade Hotel. The place is very convenient, with all the rooms surrounding the pool. Very clean. It is well located, easily walkable to the beach. Sandra and Maddie made great recommendations for our stay. Breakfast is fantastic, served with friendly staff.
We highly recommend In The Shade Hotel. The place is very convenient, with all the rooms surrounding the pool. Very clean. It is well located, easily walkable to the beach. Sandra and Maddie made great recommendations for our stay. Breakfast is fantastic, served with friendly staff.
10
Véronique
11 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Petit hôtel intime très bien situé à côté d’un excellent restaurant (Dragonfly). 5-10 minutes à pied de la plage. Le lit était très confortable et la chambre était propre. Belle piscine bien entretenue. Stationnement à l’hôtel. Le propriétaire et les employés sont très gentils. On peut déjeuner et dîner sur place et la nourriture est incroyable a un prix très raisonnable (délicieux tartare de thon). On y retournerait sans hésiter.
Petit hôtel intime très bien situé à côté d’un excellent restaurant (Dragonfly). 5-10 minutes à pied de la plage. Le lit était très confortable et la chambre était propre. Belle piscine bien entretenue. Stationnement à l’hôtel. Le propriétaire et les employés sont très gentils. On peut déjeuner et dîner sur place et la nourriture est incroyable a un prix très raisonnable (délicieux tartare de thon). On y retournerait sans hésiter.
10
O'neil
10 Jun 2023
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Great location. Few minutes walking to the town's main hot spots. Room is modern and cozy. Property is safe and secure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Makes you feel like a family instead of a guest!!!
Great location. Few minutes walking to the town's main hot spots. Room is modern and cozy. Property is safe and secure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Makes you feel like a family instead of a guest!!!
10
Scarlet
2 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, close to the beach and restaurants, clean and quiet!
Friendly staff, close to the beach and restaurants, clean and quiet!
10
Eran
12 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We spent three nights in this amazing hotel. It’s a very comfortable place, the room was clean, the pool was fantastic, and the staff were welcoming and helpful. It’s also within walking distance of the town center and the sea, with a supermarket just across the street. We truly recommend this place
We spent three nights in this amazing hotel. It’s a very comfortable place, the room was clean, the pool was fantastic, and the staff were welcoming and helpful. It’s also within walking distance of the town center and the sea, with a supermarket just across the street. We truly recommend this place
10
Barry
23 Jan 2025
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Stayed 14 nights
Staff were amazing,quite and clean
Staff were amazing,quite and clean
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John
18 May 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Overall a great experience. Will stay again- good location, clean, safe, comfortable.
Overall a great experience. Will stay again- good location, clean, safe, comfortable.
10
Valerie
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
10
Norma
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
In the Shade Hotel is very clean with an efficient working air conditioning, nice water pressure in the shower and enough space in the room. Front desk person was friendly and informative. On either side of the hotel you have a choice of restaurants to eat. And you have a bank, stores and restaurants within walking distance to the hotel.
In the Shade Hotel is very clean with an efficient working air conditioning, nice water pressure in the shower and enough space in the room. Front desk person was friendly and informative. On either side of the hotel you have a choice of restaurants to eat. And you have a bank, stores and restaurants within walking distance to the hotel.
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Rooms
Rooms are simple and on the smaller side but comfortable, with comfy beds and effective air conditioning; Wi-Fi is reliable for work. Some guests report weak shower pressure.
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Colin
9 Mar 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Hotel is in a good location and staff are very friendly. The rooms are also very clean and there is a nice pool and cafe. Only issue was the water pressure wasn’t great but overall enjoyed the hotel.
Hotel is in a good location and staff are very friendly. The rooms are also very clean and there is a nice pool and cafe. Only issue was the water pressure wasn’t great but overall enjoyed the hotel.
10
Devon
14 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,366 nights
This place is excellent. A perfect location in Tamarindo walking distance to all the restaurants and bars but also super chill and quiet. It's just far enough to be a perfect sanctuary to relax and reboot during the day. Super comfortable beds which really matters when you're surfing every day. Great co-work space and super solid internet. I don't even like staying in Tamarindo usually but this place changed my mind. I will be back for sure.
This place is excellent. A perfect location in Tamarindo walking distance to all the restaurants and bars but also super chill and quiet. It's just far enough to be a perfect sanctuary to relax and reboot during the day. Super comfortable beds which really matters when you're surfing every day. Great co-work space and super solid internet. I don't even like staying in Tamarindo usually but this place changed my mind. I will be back for sure.
10
Frank
19 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Für eine Nacht ganz in Ordnung, das Zimmer war nicht allzu groß.
Für eine Nacht ganz in Ordnung, das Zimmer war nicht allzu groß.
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Paul
17 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent staff. Very clean and quiet. Good WiFi.
Excellent staff. Very clean and quiet. Good WiFi.
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Adrienne
30 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
I will say this, the property photos really help it shine! It is a very simple space, but I would stay there again. The room smelled fresh and clean and was nice and cool when we arrived. But the rooms are basic, think dorm style. However, what it lacks in luxury, it makes up for in service, location, safety, and food. There are about 16 rooms total so it is very quiet and intimate. I got to know a lot of the guests and the staff got to know us. The food was delicious! Maggie and Sandra were extremely helpful with arranging transportation and excursions even from home. They helped us plan a spa day at Sibou, kind of nearby and it was the best spa experience I have ever had. The beach is a 7 minute walk and within a 5-10 minute walk, there are tons of shops and restaurants. Tamarindo is very touristy, so if you are looking for spots that locals run, this is not that place. But this hotel is a perfect place to access what Tamarindo has to offer as well as take taxis to other locations and excursions. Breakfast was delicious every day and very reasonable. Book here if you mainly want a cozy spot to hang outside by the pool and to serve as a landing spot between adventures. I feel like I unlocked a new way of traveling outside of the big fancy hotels and all-inclusive resorts and I like it! Simple can be super beautiful and fun!
I will say this, the property photos really help it shine! It is a very simple space, but I would stay there again. The room smelled fresh and clean and was nice and cool when we arrived. But the rooms are basic, think dorm style. However, what it lacks in luxury, it makes up for in service, location, safety, and food. There are about 16 rooms total so it is very quiet and intimate. I got to know a lot of the guests and the staff got to know us. The food was delicious! Maggie and Sandra were extremely helpful with arranging transportation and excursions even from home. They helped us plan a spa day at Sibou, kind of nearby and it was the best spa experience I have ever had. The beach is a 7 minute walk and within a 5-10 minute walk, there are tons of shops and restaurants. Tamarindo is very touristy, so if you are looking for spots that locals run, this is not that place. But this hotel is a perfect place to access what Tamarindo has to offer as well as take taxis to other locations and excursions. Breakfast was delicious every day and very reasonable. Book here if you mainly want a cozy spot to hang outside by the pool and to serve as a landing spot between adventures. I feel like I unlocked a new way of traveling outside of the big fancy hotels and all-inclusive resorts and I like it! Simple can be super beautiful and fun!
10
maricruz
17 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a great hotel if you are working in the Tamarindo area. Very quiet, close to everything and the staff was very accommodating. The bed was super comfortable.
This is a great hotel if you are working in the Tamarindo area. Very quiet, close to everything and the staff was very accommodating. The bed was super comfortable.
10
Jennifer
20 May 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Our stay here was great, well advertised to what it is. Staff is helpful and kind. Good food and smoothies available at price. Pool was enjoyable and clean. About 5 minute walk to the beach. There is a restaurant beside the hotel so there is a dull sound of music in the evenings. I am a light sleeper and did not find this a problem. Bed is firm but was not a problem either. We enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it. The hotel also had good wifi, so my husband could do some work and also stream movies and sports games.
Our stay here was great, well advertised to what it is. Staff is helpful and kind. Good food and smoothies available at price. Pool was enjoyable and clean. About 5 minute walk to the beach. There is a restaurant beside the hotel so there is a dull sound of music in the evenings. I am a light sleeper and did not find this a problem. Bed is firm but was not a problem either. We enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it. The hotel also had good wifi, so my husband could do some work and also stream movies and sports games.
10
O'neil
10 Jun 2023
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Great location. Few minutes walking to the town's main hot spots. Room is modern and cozy. Property is safe and secure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Makes you feel like a family instead of a guest!!!
Great location. Few minutes walking to the town's main hot spots. Room is modern and cozy. Property is safe and secure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Makes you feel like a family instead of a guest!!!
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Dean
15 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall good, but weak shower operation and noisy neighboring properties.
Overall good, but weak shower operation and noisy neighboring properties.
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Michael
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was located close to restaurants, cafes, and the beach. The staff was friendly and helpful. I liked the room, very comfy bed and cold AC. The empanadas, smoothies, and coffee were great!!
The hotel was located close to restaurants, cafes, and the beach. The staff was friendly and helpful. I liked the room, very comfy bed and cold AC. The empanadas, smoothies, and coffee were great!!
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Service
Service is a standout: staff are friendly, attentive, and helpful with recommendations and arranging excursions and transport.
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Vi
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location and incredible staff. Had everything I needed.
Excellent location and incredible staff. Had everything I needed.
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Alex
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location to everything in Tamarindo. All amenities available for a work and vacation weekend stay. Nice smaller property and Super friendly and attentive staff (house keeping, maintenance person and Sandra) Also nice to have owners on site that cared about your stay. Will be back.
Perfect location to everything in Tamarindo. All amenities available for a work and vacation weekend stay. Nice smaller property and Super friendly and attentive staff (house keeping, maintenance person and Sandra) Also nice to have owners on site that cared about your stay. Will be back.
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Christopher
8 Mar 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Absolutely great stay at in the shade. The staff (Omar, Sandra, Maggie) and owner Patrick were amazing! Would highly recommend and go back! Thanks again!
Absolutely great stay at in the shade. The staff (Omar, Sandra, Maggie) and owner Patrick were amazing! Would highly recommend and go back! Thanks again!
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Angela
20 Apr 2023
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Stayed 9 nights
My friend and I brought our 2 teenage boys to Tamarindo for their graduation present. We stayed at In the Shade for 10 sun filled days. The staff are amazing and eager to help with booking excursions and drivers. The owner Patrick and his lovely wife Michelle are so warm, giving us some amazing recommendations from fun activities with our boys to places to eat to fill their bottomless appetites. Thank you Patrick, Michelle, Maggie, Sandra and Luca for making the 4 of us feel at home in your lovely hotel. The beds were so comfortable, the food was delicious, the pool was divine. The towel service was a nice touch, as well as the filtered water provided in the cowork space (bring your hydro flask). The location is a 5 minute walk to the beach (cut through the farmers market- we didn’t figure this out until the end of our stay). Close to restaurants and bars. The Saturday farmers market was less than a block from our door. The Thursday evening social that Patrick and Michelle host rack week ends with a walk to the night market (a five minute walk away). This place truly felt like our home away from home. We will be back!
My friend and I brought our 2 teenage boys to Tamarindo for their graduation present. We stayed at In the Shade for 10 sun filled days. The staff are amazing and eager to help with booking excursions and drivers. The owner Patrick and his lovely wife Michelle are so warm, giving us some amazing recommendations from fun activities with our boys to places to eat to fill their bottomless appetites. Thank you Patrick, Michelle, Maggie, Sandra and Luca for making the 4 of us feel at home in your lovely hotel. The beds were so comfortable, the food was delicious, the pool was divine. The towel service was a nice touch, as well as the filtered water provided in the cowork space (bring your hydro flask). The location is a 5 minute walk to the beach (cut through the farmers market- we didn’t figure this out until the end of our stay). Close to restaurants and bars. The Saturday farmers market was less than a block from our door. The Thursday evening social that Patrick and Michelle host rack week ends with a walk to the night market (a five minute walk away). This place truly felt like our home away from home. We will be back!
10
carl
23 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Maggie and staff are amazing
Maggie and staff are amazing
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Alyssa
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We only stayed for one night but it was perfect. Maggie checked us in and she was very kind & did a through job of showing us the place and amenities and was easy to get in touch with to communicate. She had a great sense of humor & was very patient and even carried my suitcase from my car to my room. This place was very clean and looks exactly like the pictures. The lights at night around the pool are very beautiful. It is so convenient how walking distance close it is to all the shops and food places around Tamarindo. Would love to stay again!
We only stayed for one night but it was perfect. Maggie checked us in and she was very kind & did a through job of showing us the place and amenities and was easy to get in touch with to communicate. She had a great sense of humor & was very patient and even carried my suitcase from my car to my room. This place was very clean and looks exactly like the pictures. The lights at night around the pool are very beautiful. It is so convenient how walking distance close it is to all the shops and food places around Tamarindo. Would love to stay again!
10
Ho Ying
25 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly and helpful staff, very good service.
Friendly and helpful staff, very good service.
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Guadalupe
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Exceptional service, the receptionists was great super informative and detailed made my staying 100% better
Exceptional service, the receptionists was great super informative and detailed made my staying 100% better
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Karen
26 Jan 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Location was perfect and staff went above and beyond. Food was amazing for breakfast, and service great. We organized our excursions through the hotel and were not disappointed. Exceeded expectations and highly recommend. Will stay again Karen
Location was perfect and staff went above and beyond. Food was amazing for breakfast, and service great. We organized our excursions through the hotel and were not disappointed. Exceeded expectations and highly recommend. Will stay again Karen
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Yonah
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Nice place. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Great location. Special thanks to Sandra and Maggie.
Nice place. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Great location. Special thanks to Sandra and Maggie.
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Location
Excellent, walkable location close to the beach, restaurants, and shops; tucked just off main roads so it feels quiet yet central. A few note the access road can be muddy after rain.
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Adrienne
30 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
I will say this, the property photos really help it shine! It is a very simple space, but I would stay there again. The room smelled fresh and clean and was nice and cool when we arrived. But the rooms are basic, think dorm style. However, what it lacks in luxury, it makes up for in service, location, safety, and food. There are about 16 rooms total so it is very quiet and intimate. I got to know a lot of the guests and the staff got to know us. The food was delicious! Maggie and Sandra were extremely helpful with arranging transportation and excursions even from home. They helped us plan a spa day at Sibou, kind of nearby and it was the best spa experience I have ever had. The beach is a 7 minute walk and within a 5-10 minute walk, there are tons of shops and restaurants. Tamarindo is very touristy, so if you are looking for spots that locals run, this is not that place. But this hotel is a perfect place to access what Tamarindo has to offer as well as take taxis to other locations and excursions. Breakfast was delicious every day and very reasonable. Book here if you mainly want a cozy spot to hang outside by the pool and to serve as a landing spot between adventures. I feel like I unlocked a new way of traveling outside of the big fancy hotels and all-inclusive resorts and I like it! Simple can be super beautiful and fun!
I will say this, the property photos really help it shine! It is a very simple space, but I would stay there again. The room smelled fresh and clean and was nice and cool when we arrived. But the rooms are basic, think dorm style. However, what it lacks in luxury, it makes up for in service, location, safety, and food. There are about 16 rooms total so it is very quiet and intimate. I got to know a lot of the guests and the staff got to know us. The food was delicious! Maggie and Sandra were extremely helpful with arranging transportation and excursions even from home. They helped us plan a spa day at Sibou, kind of nearby and it was the best spa experience I have ever had. The beach is a 7 minute walk and within a 5-10 minute walk, there are tons of shops and restaurants. Tamarindo is very touristy, so if you are looking for spots that locals run, this is not that place. But this hotel is a perfect place to access what Tamarindo has to offer as well as take taxis to other locations and excursions. Breakfast was delicious every day and very reasonable. Book here if you mainly want a cozy spot to hang outside by the pool and to serve as a landing spot between adventures. I feel like I unlocked a new way of traveling outside of the big fancy hotels and all-inclusive resorts and I like it! Simple can be super beautiful and fun!
10
O'neil
10 Jun 2023
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Great location. Few minutes walking to the town's main hot spots. Room is modern and cozy. Property is safe and secure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Makes you feel like a family instead of a guest!!!
Great location. Few minutes walking to the town's main hot spots. Room is modern and cozy. Property is safe and secure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Makes you feel like a family instead of a guest!!!
10
Margo
1 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and wonderful staff. Walk to the beach and right in town. I loved the breakfast which was included every day!
Great location and wonderful staff. Walk to the beach and right in town. I loved the breakfast which was included every day!
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Kevin
22 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This is the second time that I have stayed at ITS. The hotel is beautiful, clean, and an outstanding value for the price. The owner/management are amazing, ensuring that all of your needs are met. The pool is really incredible. Inside the room, the bed is comfortable and the shower is big. There is a microwave and refrigerator in the room, and outside on the patio, a sink and 2 but er stove and drawers with any dishes you will need if you decide to cook or bring something home to eat. There's really only 2 things that I don't think are great, and neither has anything specifically to do with the hotel. The hotel's location is off a side street and only a quick 5 minute walk to central Tamarindo. The street is in bad condition, especially after a rain. The other is not being able to flush paper down the toilet, which is very common at small hotels (and homes!) in Costa Rica. Just can't get used to throwing it in the garbage. But once again, this isn't ITS's issue, more of a Costa Rican issue in general. The great things about this hotel far exceed anything negative, especially the staff. Will definitely stay here again, and again, and again... Every time I am in Tamarindo, I will be a loyal customer at In The Shade!
This is the second time that I have stayed at ITS. The hotel is beautiful, clean, and an outstanding value for the price. The owner/management are amazing, ensuring that all of your needs are met. The pool is really incredible. Inside the room, the bed is comfortable and the shower is big. There is a microwave and refrigerator in the room, and outside on the patio, a sink and 2 but er stove and drawers with any dishes you will need if you decide to cook or bring something home to eat. There's really only 2 things that I don't think are great, and neither has anything specifically to do with the hotel. The hotel's location is off a side street and only a quick 5 minute walk to central Tamarindo. The street is in bad condition, especially after a rain. The other is not being able to flush paper down the toilet, which is very common at small hotels (and homes!) in Costa Rica. Just can't get used to throwing it in the garbage. But once again, this isn't ITS's issue, more of a Costa Rican issue in general. The great things about this hotel far exceed anything negative, especially the staff. Will definitely stay here again, and again, and again... Every time I am in Tamarindo, I will be a loyal customer at In The Shade!
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Nazanin
14 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
location was great.
location was great.
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Eran
12 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We spent three nights in this amazing hotel. It’s a very comfortable place, the room was clean, the pool was fantastic, and the staff were welcoming and helpful. It’s also within walking distance of the town center and the sea, with a supermarket just across the street. We truly recommend this place
We spent three nights in this amazing hotel. It’s a very comfortable place, the room was clean, the pool was fantastic, and the staff were welcoming and helpful. It’s also within walking distance of the town center and the sea, with a supermarket just across the street. We truly recommend this place
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Jingchun
13 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful stuff, the location is perfect, 5 minutes walk to the beach, love the swimming pool
Very helpful stuff, the location is perfect, 5 minutes walk to the beach, love the swimming pool
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Richard
19 Jan 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Staff was very accomodating and friendly! Close enough to walk to beach and shops.... breakfast was very good.
Staff was very accomodating and friendly! Close enough to walk to beach and shops.... breakfast was very good.
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Robert
20 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location. Walking distance to the beach, the bars, and the restaurants. Very clean in the pool was refreshing on hot days. Highly recommend.
Perfect location. Walking distance to the beach, the bars, and the restaurants. Very clean in the pool was refreshing on hot days. Highly recommend.
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Valerie
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
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Dining
Breakfast, coffee, smoothies, and cafe items earn frequent praise for taste. A few guests wanted more options or felt breakfast was only average.
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Emily
3 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was okay for our one night but I would not be comfortable staying there longer . There were many problems with my first room and I had to be switched . Breakfast was not good.
It was okay for our one night but I would not be comfortable staying there longer . There were many problems with my first room and I had to be switched . Breakfast was not good.
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Jennifer
28 Jan 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
This place was amazing! Breakfast and food was amazing if you do not get the kitchenette. We will be staying here again. Host are wonderful people.
This place was amazing! Breakfast and food was amazing if you do not get the kitchenette. We will be staying here again. Host are wonderful people.
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Karen
26 Jan 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Location was perfect and staff went above and beyond. Food was amazing for breakfast, and service great. We organized our excursions through the hotel and were not disappointed. Exceeded expectations and highly recommend. Will stay again Karen
Location was perfect and staff went above and beyond. Food was amazing for breakfast, and service great. We organized our excursions through the hotel and were not disappointed. Exceeded expectations and highly recommend. Will stay again Karen
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Michael
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was located close to restaurants, cafes, and the beach. The staff was friendly and helpful. I liked the room, very comfy bed and cold AC. The empanadas, smoothies, and coffee were great!!
The hotel was located close to restaurants, cafes, and the beach. The staff was friendly and helpful. I liked the room, very comfy bed and cold AC. The empanadas, smoothies, and coffee were great!!
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carl
10 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Love this place!! So welcoming and friendly!! Great little cafe onsite with outstanding breakfasts!!
Love this place!! So welcoming and friendly!! Great little cafe onsite with outstanding breakfasts!!
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Yonah
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Nice place. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Great location. Special thanks to Sandra and Maggie.
Nice place. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Great location. Special thanks to Sandra and Maggie.
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Richard
19 Jan 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Staff was very accomodating and friendly! Close enough to walk to beach and shops.... breakfast was very good.
Staff was very accomodating and friendly! Close enough to walk to beach and shops.... breakfast was very good.
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Valerie
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
We really enjoyed our stay at In the Shade Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The pool is lovely, warm and relaxing. We only had breakfast there one day but it was very tasty and fresh. The room was comfortable. Excellent location, just a short walk to the beach and many great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. I would recommend staying here.
10
Scott
5 May 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Great stay - cafe food on site was excellent, staff was amazing and helpful on everything.
Great stay - cafe food on site was excellent, staff was amazing and helpful on everything.
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Michael
1 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great breakfast, best location, great place.
Great breakfast, best location, great place.
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Jose Pablo
8 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place overall, highly recommend
Great place overall, highly recommend
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Pamela
17 Jun 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Amazing staff. Great location. Rooms are a bit small and need some maintenance/ upgrading.
Amazing staff. Great location. Rooms are a bit small and need some maintenance/ upgrading.
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Janki
15 Jun 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
I had a wonderful stay here and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Tamarindo. The location is excellent - just a 10-minute walk to the beach, 1–5 minutes from many fantastic restaurants, and only about 4 minutes from Ser Om Shanti Yoga Studio, which was a huge plus for me. Maggie and Sandra at the front desk were incredibly sweet, welcoming, and always happy to help with recommendations or anything I needed during my stay. The owners and staff clearly care about creating a sense of community among guests. They hosted a social gathering on Thursday evening with complimentary chips, salsa, and sangria, which was such a thoughtful touch and a great opportunity to meet fellow travelers. Overall, a comfortable, friendly, and well-located place to stay in Tamarindo. I would happily stay here again!
I had a wonderful stay here and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Tamarindo. The location is excellent - just a 10-minute walk to the beach, 1–5 minutes from many fantastic restaurants, and only about 4 minutes from Ser Om Shanti Yoga Studio, which was a huge plus for me. Maggie and Sandra at the front desk were incredibly sweet, welcoming, and always happy to help with recommendations or anything I needed during my stay. The owners and staff clearly care about creating a sense of community among guests. They hosted a social gathering on Thursday evening with complimentary chips, salsa, and sangria, which was such a thoughtful touch and a great opportunity to meet fellow travelers. Overall, a comfortable, friendly, and well-located place to stay in Tamarindo. I would happily stay here again!
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Pascal
10 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice, Maggie is outstanding. And the come together was Perfect as well!!!
Very nice, Maggie is outstanding. And the come together was Perfect as well!!!
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Stephanie
6 May 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Very nice hotel excellent service. Maggie and Sandra were great!
Very nice hotel excellent service. Maggie and Sandra were great!
FAQs about In the Shade Hotel - Coworking - 300Mbit - Adults Only
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee, approximately USD 10 to 20 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge of USD 20 per person (one way), available 24 hours.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility details can be confirmed by contacting the property directly.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in the heart of Tamarindo, within a 10-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach and WAYRA Institute of Spanish. It is approximately 14.2 miles from Flamingo Beach and 10.6 miles from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests, operational from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-08: 72.82654881763457USD
- 2026-09-09: 74.13376102020264USD
- 2026-09-10: 72.3840447429657USD
- 2026-09-11: 75.21774843521118USD
- 2026-09-12: 74.34131032115936USD
- 2026-09-13: 74.33750684097289USD
- 2026-09-14: 72.75161093788147USD
- 2026-09-15: 79.35740833831787USD
- 2026-09-16: 82.68309685272216USD
- 2026-09-17: 73.32560358604431USD
- 2026-09-18: 81.11070175094605USD
- 2026-09-19: 82.68309685272216USD
- 2026-09-20: 86.214794635849USD
- 2026-09-21: 71.58592636619568USD
- 2026-09-22: 80.08018496520995USD
- 2026-09-23: 89.4797073536682USD
- 2026-09-24: 80.56706593414306USD
- 2026-09-25: 91.14573819053649USD
- 2026-09-26: 91.4462885735321USD
- 2026-09-27: 86.56224721092224USD
- 2026-09-28: 80.46654221626281USD
- 2026-09-29: 75.46787274833679USD
- 2026-09-30: 72.55641296173096USD
- 2026-10-01: 74.41694942596435USD
- 2026-10-02: 73.74700877529143USD
- 2026-10-03: 67.76892762588501USD
- 2026-10-04: 69.31478712902069USD
- 2026-10-05: 70.46216440109252USD
- 2026-10-06: 72.99854867134094USD
- 2026-10-07: 72.99854867134094USD
- 2026-10-08: 77.33440956871033USD
- 2026-10-09: 78.9255690978241USD
- 2026-10-10: 80.78729498176574USD
- 2026-10-11: 80.85644109764098USD
- 2026-10-12: 87.34382910324096USD
- 2026-10-13: 88.21427129928588USD
- 2026-10-14: 71.13413327865601USD
- 2026-10-15: 79.71833508590699USD
- 2026-10-16: 79.95138146232605USD
- 2026-10-17: 79.81316024070739USD
- 2026-10-18: 79.07182334060668USD
- 2026-10-19: 84.7563530431366USD
- 2026-10-20: 79.13464955474853USD
- 2026-10-21: 79.95138146232605USD
- 2026-10-22: 85.62296956832886USD
- 2026-10-23: 85.61858469268799USD
- 2026-10-24: 75.78535904777527USD
- 2026-10-25: 78.15562399085998USD
- 2026-10-26: 71.39041328258514USD
- 2026-10-27: 85.66847818656922USD
- 2026-10-28: 76.98864348426818USD
- 2026-10-29: 86.4223750037384USD
- 2026-10-30: 87.15115198677063USD
- 2026-10-31: 92.06407672050476USD
- 2026-11-01: 86.4934028881073USD
- 2026-11-02: 91.67600635002135USD
- 2026-11-03: 74.04798521907806USD
- 2026-11-04: 88.0307012322235USD
- 2026-11-05: 87.22653811798095USD
- 2026-11-06: 88.79002144821166USD
- 2026-11-07: 81.20155033836365USD
- 2026-11-08: 106.37478409446716USD
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts cash
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 15 per person
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (one way)
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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