Hotel Pasatiempo
"Immaculate beds"
"Comfy beds"
"Well located"
"Loved the pool"
"Rooms were clean and comfortable"
"Staff provided great service"
Property description
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Hotel Pasatiempo, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Pasatiempo in Tamarindo, you'll be 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. This hotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Monkey Park.
What's nearby
WAYRA Institute of Spanish(0.2 Miles)
Tamarindo Beach(0.3 Miles)
Playa Langosta(1.3 Miles)
Tamarindo Church(2.8 Miles)
Black Stallion Eco Park(4.7 Miles)
Casino Diria(5 Miles)
Las Baulas National Marine Park(7.5 Miles)
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course(9 Miles)
Playa Róbalo(9.8 Miles)
Grande Beach(10.6 Miles)
Mansita Beach(10.9 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)(42.6 Miles)
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)(41.8 Miles)
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From
US$117
/ night
Guest reviews
8.3
Very good
Based on 519 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
50%
Family
18%
Group
20%
Solo
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent feedback, Hotel Pasatiempo is praised for its central, walkable location and lush, oasis-like grounds with a pleasant pool and bar, while recurring downsides include street and nightlife noise and some dated or inconsistently maintained areas.
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What guests think
Across recent feedback, Hotel Pasatiempo is praised for its central, walkable location and lush, oasis-like grounds with a pleasant pool and bar, while recurring downsides include street and nightlife noise and some dated or inconsistently maintained areas.
Many guests highlight friendly, helpful staff, though a few report lapses at the front desk or restaurant and occasional booking or follow-up issues. Rooms are simple and vary in size and condition; several note small bathrooms and dated furnishings, while others mention renovated or comfortable spaces. Breakfast and the on-site bar draw praise at times, but value, consistency, and stock can vary. Expect a convenient base with tropical ambience rather than luxury.
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Facilities
Tropical grounds with a pleasant pool and on-site bar; some nights feature live music or a happy hour. Some guests noted maintenance issues and inconsistent pool cleanliness, and parking ranges from easy to limited or on a busy road.
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Maureen
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Staff very courteous. Cared about your comfort. Room clean. Nice pool. Monkeys in trees above, fun
Staff very courteous. Cared about your comfort. Room clean. Nice pool. Monkeys in trees above, fun
10
Anne
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little chill oasis in the midst of Tamarindo. Was great to sit next to pool in the evening and have live music with beach bar vibes. Rooms are very basic, but common area really nice and location could not be better.
Great little chill oasis in the midst of Tamarindo. Was great to sit next to pool in the evening and have live music with beach bar vibes. Rooms are very basic, but common area really nice and location could not be better.
6
Scott
12 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
I’ll start with THE PRO’s The grounds are nice with lots of trees and fauna. The people that work there are nice and friendly. The location to the night life and shops are close to the hotel. They have a 2 for 1 happy hour from 4 to 6 pm every day. There were howler monkeys nearby and some iguanas. Two nice orange kitties, one is missing an eye. Good security. Met a lot of nice people THE CON’s When we got there in the afternoon about a hour before check in time, the door was locked, because the reception person was running around doing everything. After a little wait, not to bad. The hotel has seen better days. The deck around the pool is falling apart. While we were there for 4 days, I never seen the pool get cleaned. They ask you to not turn the ac below 24C. You cannot put anything in the toilet except what comes out of your body. Toilet paper and such must go in a waste basket! The food at the restaurant is just OK. Parking is on a busy road. We had nothing to set our suitcase's on, so we had to set them on the beds, not good. TV’s are not great. Very, very noisy from loud motorcycles, heavy trucks and loud music. Probably will not go back.
I’ll start with THE PRO’s The grounds are nice with lots of trees and fauna. The people that work there are nice and friendly. The location to the night life and shops are close to the hotel. They have a 2 for 1 happy hour from 4 to 6 pm every day. There were howler monkeys nearby and some iguanas. Two nice orange kitties, one is missing an eye. Good security. Met a lot of nice people THE CON’s When we got there in the afternoon about a hour before check in time, the door was locked, because the reception person was running around doing everything. After a little wait, not to bad. The hotel has seen better days. The deck around the pool is falling apart. While we were there for 4 days, I never seen the pool get cleaned. They ask you to not turn the ac below 24C. You cannot put anything in the toilet except what comes out of your body. Toilet paper and such must go in a waste basket! The food at the restaurant is just OK. Parking is on a busy road. We had nothing to set our suitcase's on, so we had to set them on the beds, not good. TV’s are not great. Very, very noisy from loud motorcycles, heavy trucks and loud music. Probably will not go back.
6
Randy
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was beautiful with lots of gardens but the swimming pool was green and murky.
The property was beautiful with lots of gardens but the swimming pool was green and murky.
10
Hannah
13 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location - close enough to the beach, but away from all the noise. Was able to hear howler monkeys and birds throughout our stay. Food was excellent. Room was clean. Pool was great. Staff were so friendly and helpful! There was even live music for one of the nights in the restaurant!
Great location - close enough to the beach, but away from all the noise. Was able to hear howler monkeys and birds throughout our stay. Food was excellent. Room was clean. Pool was great. Staff were so friendly and helpful! There was even live music for one of the nights in the restaurant!
10
Cathy
2 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A beautiful oasis close to all the action of Tam. Staff were excellent and accommodating. Rooms were extra clean, patio with hammock was heaven. Pool area was quiet but allowed for chats with other guests. Would definitely recommend and will stay again.
A beautiful oasis close to all the action of Tam. Staff were excellent and accommodating. Rooms were extra clean, patio with hammock was heaven. Pool area was quiet but allowed for chats with other guests. Would definitely recommend and will stay again.
8
Venezia
23 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a cute hotel. The amenities and pool area are nice and it is a great location. Walking distance to the beach where we were able to rent chairs and surf. Walking distance to many restaurants and the nightlife which all fell safe. Parking is also easy. However, the actual room of the hotel is not anything special. It is very plain and straightforward but was good for us because we were really only in the room for sleep for our 3 day stay.
This was a cute hotel. The amenities and pool area are nice and it is a great location. Walking distance to the beach where we were able to rent chairs and surf. Walking distance to many restaurants and the nightlife which all fell safe. Parking is also easy. However, the actual room of the hotel is not anything special. It is very plain and straightforward but was good for us because we were really only in the room for sleep for our 3 day stay.
8
Shawn
27 Mar 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Loved our stay at this little oasis! So close to everything but once you step onto the property it feels like you’re miles away from everything! Seeing monkeys, squirrels , iguanas, different kinds of birds and of course , the two residents cats everyday was such a treat! We would definitely stay here again!! Pura Vida!!
Loved our stay at this little oasis! So close to everything but once you step onto the property it feels like you’re miles away from everything! Seeing monkeys, squirrels , iguanas, different kinds of birds and of course , the two residents cats everyday was such a treat! We would definitely stay here again!! Pura Vida!!
8
Margaret
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a very cute boutique hotel that’s conveniently located across from a grocery store and near the beach and dining options. The pool was great and we saw monkeys in the trees above the pool! We only ate breakfast at the restaurant and it was just so so. We were able to store our luggage at the reception desk before getting our room and after we checked out which was really convenient. We arrived really early from a night flight and couldn’t get our room until 1 PM and we were able to enjoy the pool during that time which was great. It’s a little loud near the road and restaurants, but ear plugs helped. The little patio out front of our room was really nice.
This is a very cute boutique hotel that’s conveniently located across from a grocery store and near the beach and dining options. The pool was great and we saw monkeys in the trees above the pool! We only ate breakfast at the restaurant and it was just so so. We were able to store our luggage at the reception desk before getting our room and after we checked out which was really convenient. We arrived really early from a night flight and couldn’t get our room until 1 PM and we were able to enjoy the pool during that time which was great. It’s a little loud near the road and restaurants, but ear plugs helped. The little patio out front of our room was really nice.
10
Liam
15 Mar 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
This was place a perfect stop for one night in Tamarindo. Great downtown location pool. Bar. etx. Great spot and would definitely go back. Thanks for having us.
This was place a perfect stop for one night in Tamarindo. Great downtown location pool. Bar. etx. Great spot and would definitely go back. Thanks for having us.
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Cleanliness
Many reviews mention clean rooms and well-kept grounds, but feedback is inconsistent. Several guests reported ants or other insects, worn linens, and at times dirty or poorly maintained areas or pool.
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Rebecca
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
So ive been coming to this hotel for a while. It seems like ownership has changed and with that the condition of the property. The rooms and buildings itself are falling apart, and they're very cheap with simple toilet paper. And on top of that the property is dirty and landscaping is being neglected and the pool was dirty. Its a shame, i wish ownership hadnt change i definitely wont be going back.
So ive been coming to this hotel for a while. It seems like ownership has changed and with that the condition of the property. The rooms and buildings itself are falling apart, and they're very cheap with simple toilet paper. And on top of that the property is dirty and landscaping is being neglected and the pool was dirty. Its a shame, i wish ownership hadnt change i definitely wont be going back.
4
Grant
4 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overpriced old and dirty hotel with mosquitos. Even the towels old with holes.
Overpriced old and dirty hotel with mosquitos. Even the towels old with holes.
10
David
18 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice room and clean
Very nice room and clean
8
John
28 Mar 2023
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The grounds was beautiful. More mosquitoes than other properties we stayed, even in the rainforest area - though that is the price you pay for all the greenery around you. Pool was nice and warm, though trees above drop things into the pool so it is hit or miss whether clean or not. Wi-Fi did not work in our room. That all said, the room was nice, location was good, and overall we enjoyed it.
The grounds was beautiful. More mosquitoes than other properties we stayed, even in the rainforest area - though that is the price you pay for all the greenery around you. Pool was nice and warm, though trees above drop things into the pool so it is hit or miss whether clean or not. Wi-Fi did not work in our room. That all said, the room was nice, location was good, and overall we enjoyed it.
10
Heidi
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This is a boutique hotel with quaint clean rooms. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant is more expensive than other restaurants in town so didn’t eat there but in the morning they had delicious free coffee for guests.
This is a boutique hotel with quaint clean rooms. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant is more expensive than other restaurants in town so didn’t eat there but in the morning they had delicious free coffee for guests.
6
Randy
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was beautiful with lots of gardens but the swimming pool was green and murky.
The property was beautiful with lots of gardens but the swimming pool was green and murky.
8
Agnieszka
27 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean but small. The bathroom was extremely small, when you sat on the toilet your knees were touching the wall. Sower also very tight and small. Ants walking everywhere in the room and bathroom. The noise at night was unbearable, loud music blasting until 1:30 am.
The room was clean but small. The bathroom was extremely small, when you sat on the toilet your knees were touching the wall. Sower also very tight and small. Ants walking everywhere in the room and bathroom. The noise at night was unbearable, loud music blasting until 1:30 am.
10
Cathy
2 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A beautiful oasis close to all the action of Tam. Staff were excellent and accommodating. Rooms were extra clean, patio with hammock was heaven. Pool area was quiet but allowed for chats with other guests. Would definitely recommend and will stay again.
A beautiful oasis close to all the action of Tam. Staff were excellent and accommodating. Rooms were extra clean, patio with hammock was heaven. Pool area was quiet but allowed for chats with other guests. Would definitely recommend and will stay again.
10
Ryan M.
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location, clean, friendly staff, great price.
Excellent location, clean, friendly staff, great price.
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Karan
15 Mar 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL. The room was filled with ants (small black ones and big red ones), lizards and other small insects. I personally had to dispatch multiple ants and one lizard. The room, bed, closet and everything else is old and crumbling and filthy. The blanket, hairdryer and bathroom floor were all covered in dirt, stains or god knows what else. The neighborhood is incredibly noisy and despite purchasing and using ear plugs, we could hear the neighbors and the loud music from the 3 surrounding bars/restaurants. We asked the management to come and do something about the ants and nobody contacted us or did anything about it! This is the worst hotel I've ever stayed at and we actually checked out early and stayed the remaining 3 nights in another hotel, at our own expense! I've been a long time Expedia customer and have never had my money wasted like this. I'm shocked this place has the ratings that it does! I took plenty of pictures and will be contact Expedia management about this property.
DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL. The room was filled with ants (small black ones and big red ones), lizards and other small insects. I personally had to dispatch multiple ants and one lizard. The room, bed, closet and everything else is old and crumbling and filthy. The blanket, hairdryer and bathroom floor were all covered in dirt, stains or god knows what else. The neighborhood is incredibly noisy and despite purchasing and using ear plugs, we could hear the neighbors and the loud music from the 3 surrounding bars/restaurants. We asked the management to come and do something about the ants and nobody contacted us or did anything about it! This is the worst hotel I've ever stayed at and we actually checked out early and stayed the remaining 3 nights in another hotel, at our own expense! I've been a long time Expedia customer and have never had my money wasted like this. I'm shocked this place has the ratings that it does! I took plenty of pictures and will be contact Expedia management about this property.
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Rooms
Rooms are simple and vary in size and condition; several mention small bathrooms and dated furnishings, while some suites or renovated units feel comfortable. A few noted basic or less comfortable furniture.
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CLARISSA
26 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fully Renovated units..great accessibility to beach..overall is a 10 out of 10
Fully Renovated units..great accessibility to beach..overall is a 10 out of 10
10
Mario
23 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Muy buen servicio , excelente punto dé acceso a los restaurantes, supermercados, discos , etc etc. El servicio al cliente muy bueno, la habitaciones súper limpias y espaciosas.
Muy buen servicio , excelente punto dé acceso a los restaurantes, supermercados, discos , etc etc. El servicio al cliente muy bueno, la habitaciones súper limpias y espaciosas.
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Sybrand
15 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Pictures are quite deceiving. It’s not what it seems. Showers were pretty rough.
Pictures are quite deceiving. It’s not what it seems. Showers were pretty rough.
10
Anne
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little chill oasis in the midst of Tamarindo. Was great to sit next to pool in the evening and have live music with beach bar vibes. Rooms are very basic, but common area really nice and location could not be better.
Great little chill oasis in the midst of Tamarindo. Was great to sit next to pool in the evening and have live music with beach bar vibes. Rooms are very basic, but common area really nice and location could not be better.
10
David
18 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice room and clean
Very nice room and clean
6
David
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our stay. The pool was lovely and felt very private and relaxing. The property was enclosed and felt safe. There was a lot of noise from the street at night and nightlife but that isn’t uncommon in lively beach towns. Our room specifically wasn’t great. The toilet didn’t flush correctly and it needed some upgrades (fresh paint, new floor, etc). it seemed clean otherwise and we had no issues with bugs inside our room.
We enjoyed our stay. The pool was lovely and felt very private and relaxing. The property was enclosed and felt safe. There was a lot of noise from the street at night and nightlife but that isn’t uncommon in lively beach towns. Our room specifically wasn’t great. The toilet didn’t flush correctly and it needed some upgrades (fresh paint, new floor, etc). it seemed clean otherwise and we had no issues with bugs inside our room.
8
Rusty
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We stayed in the full suite, with Kitchen and Sitting Area. The space is good, the bed was comfortable, but the Living Room furniture was not. It's an easy walk to shops and restaurants in town. Staff were all nice.
We stayed in the full suite, with Kitchen and Sitting Area. The space is good, the bed was comfortable, but the Living Room furniture was not. It's an easy walk to shops and restaurants in town. Staff were all nice.
8
Agnieszka
27 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean but small. The bathroom was extremely small, when you sat on the toilet your knees were touching the wall. Sower also very tight and small. Ants walking everywhere in the room and bathroom. The noise at night was unbearable, loud music blasting until 1:30 am.
The room was clean but small. The bathroom was extremely small, when you sat on the toilet your knees were touching the wall. Sower also very tight and small. Ants walking everywhere in the room and bathroom. The noise at night was unbearable, loud music blasting until 1:30 am.
8
Venezia
23 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a cute hotel. The amenities and pool area are nice and it is a great location. Walking distance to the beach where we were able to rent chairs and surf. Walking distance to many restaurants and the nightlife which all fell safe. Parking is also easy. However, the actual room of the hotel is not anything special. It is very plain and straightforward but was good for us because we were really only in the room for sleep for our 3 day stay.
This was a cute hotel. The amenities and pool area are nice and it is a great location. Walking distance to the beach where we were able to rent chairs and surf. Walking distance to many restaurants and the nightlife which all fell safe. Parking is also easy. However, the actual room of the hotel is not anything special. It is very plain and straightforward but was good for us because we were really only in the room for sleep for our 3 day stay.
10
Peter
10 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staying at Hotel Pasatiempo was an intellectual romance—every detail curated thoughtfully enough to feel like an inside joke between you and the universe. The design is subtly brilliant, inviting a quiet admiration of tasteful choices that speak volumes without saying a word. The staff moves with understated genius, anticipating needs with a knowing smile as if reading your mind was just their baseline. And the comfort? Pure elegance disguised as simplicity—beds crafted so intelligently comfortable they practically whisper philosophy as you drift off. I left reluctantly, feeling oddly smarter, inspired, and already scheming my return.
Staying at Hotel Pasatiempo was an intellectual romance—every detail curated thoughtfully enough to feel like an inside joke between you and the universe. The design is subtly brilliant, inviting a quiet admiration of tasteful choices that speak volumes without saying a word. The staff moves with understated genius, anticipating needs with a knowing smile as if reading your mind was just their baseline. And the comfort? Pure elegance disguised as simplicity—beds crafted so intelligently comfortable they practically whisper philosophy as you drift off. I left reluctantly, feeling oddly smarter, inspired, and already scheming my return.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, with standout assistance and problem resolution reported. However, some guests experienced unwelcoming or unavailable service, booking mishaps, or poor follow-up.
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Guillermo
13 Dec 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Best service the personal is very friendly and helpful. Helped us planed our trip and things to do. Very recommended. It’s rustic and relaxing.
Best service the personal is very friendly and helpful. Helped us planed our trip and things to do. Very recommended. It’s rustic and relaxing.
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Natalie
14 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The front desk staff needs a lot of training. Very unwelcoming and didn’t go over basic information such as the hours breakfast was served and that it was included. The keys for the doors don’t always work. We did have monkeys in the tree right above our room which was pretty cool.
The front desk staff needs a lot of training. Very unwelcoming and didn’t go over basic information such as the hours breakfast was served and that it was included. The keys for the doors don’t always work. We did have monkeys in the tree right above our room which was pretty cool.
10
Mitchell
18 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great spot to stay while in Tamarindo, breakfast was awesome! David & Diego were awesome! Pura Vida, Thank you - Mitch, Canada
Great spot to stay while in Tamarindo, breakfast was awesome! David & Diego were awesome! Pura Vida, Thank you - Mitch, Canada
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Lana
16 Nov 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Staff were super helpful and friendly. The grounds were lush and full of trees and gardens and the kitchen suite was perfect for small family size with private patio. Loved it and would go back.
Staff were super helpful and friendly. The grounds were lush and full of trees and gardens and the kitchen suite was perfect for small family size with private patio. Loved it and would go back.
10
Christi
4 Apr 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
When we arrived, we were greeted and escorted to our bungalow. Pool was beautiful and very clean. Diego and David were amazing and made our stay special. There is a grocery store across the street, which made it very convenient. I recommend staying at Hotel Pasatiempo when Tamarindo! We ❤️ Costa Rica and the wonderful people!
When we arrived, we were greeted and escorted to our bungalow. Pool was beautiful and very clean. Diego and David were amazing and made our stay special. There is a grocery store across the street, which made it very convenient. I recommend staying at Hotel Pasatiempo when Tamarindo! We ❤️ Costa Rica and the wonderful people!
10
Heidi
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This is a boutique hotel with quaint clean rooms. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant is more expensive than other restaurants in town so didn’t eat there but in the morning they had delicious free coffee for guests.
This is a boutique hotel with quaint clean rooms. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant is more expensive than other restaurants in town so didn’t eat there but in the morning they had delicious free coffee for guests.
10
Cathy
2 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A beautiful oasis close to all the action of Tam. Staff were excellent and accommodating. Rooms were extra clean, patio with hammock was heaven. Pool area was quiet but allowed for chats with other guests. Would definitely recommend and will stay again.
A beautiful oasis close to all the action of Tam. Staff were excellent and accommodating. Rooms were extra clean, patio with hammock was heaven. Pool area was quiet but allowed for chats with other guests. Would definitely recommend and will stay again.
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Daisy
15 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It was a pleasant stay nothing to complain very walkable to the center of tamarindo. I have to complain about the fact I went to the office three times one to book my transportation back to SJO airport and twice to confirm my transportation, I was told it was all confirmed and the day of checkout the driver never showed up and sent a new driver (thankfully got us on time to our flight 5hr drive) they acted like this was no problem and blew it off when it wasn't I was flying international and could be late and miss my flight. The people at the front desk never confirmed our transportation. So I would say make sure you get all the info and numbers and confirm yourself with the driver. Other than that it was very nice hotel.
It was a pleasant stay nothing to complain very walkable to the center of tamarindo. I have to complain about the fact I went to the office three times one to book my transportation back to SJO airport and twice to confirm my transportation, I was told it was all confirmed and the day of checkout the driver never showed up and sent a new driver (thankfully got us on time to our flight 5hr drive) they acted like this was no problem and blew it off when it wasn't I was flying international and could be late and miss my flight. The people at the front desk never confirmed our transportation. So I would say make sure you get all the info and numbers and confirm yourself with the driver. Other than that it was very nice hotel.
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Cindy
19 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a flooding situation in our room due to heavy rains…however I still give this place a 5! They moved us to a new room, refunded the first night, washed all our clothes for us that got wet and offered free breakfast during the rest of our stay. The staff was so helpful and kind and made an unfortunate weather situation so much better!
We had a flooding situation in our room due to heavy rains…however I still give this place a 5! They moved us to a new room, refunded the first night, washed all our clothes for us that got wet and offered free breakfast during the rest of our stay. The staff was so helpful and kind and made an unfortunate weather situation so much better!
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Karan
15 Mar 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL. The room was filled with ants (small black ones and big red ones), lizards and other small insects. I personally had to dispatch multiple ants and one lizard. The room, bed, closet and everything else is old and crumbling and filthy. The blanket, hairdryer and bathroom floor were all covered in dirt, stains or god knows what else. The neighborhood is incredibly noisy and despite purchasing and using ear plugs, we could hear the neighbors and the loud music from the 3 surrounding bars/restaurants. We asked the management to come and do something about the ants and nobody contacted us or did anything about it! This is the worst hotel I've ever stayed at and we actually checked out early and stayed the remaining 3 nights in another hotel, at our own expense! I've been a long time Expedia customer and have never had my money wasted like this. I'm shocked this place has the ratings that it does! I took plenty of pictures and will be contact Expedia management about this property.
DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL. The room was filled with ants (small black ones and big red ones), lizards and other small insects. I personally had to dispatch multiple ants and one lizard. The room, bed, closet and everything else is old and crumbling and filthy. The blanket, hairdryer and bathroom floor were all covered in dirt, stains or god knows what else. The neighborhood is incredibly noisy and despite purchasing and using ear plugs, we could hear the neighbors and the loud music from the 3 surrounding bars/restaurants. We asked the management to come and do something about the ants and nobody contacted us or did anything about it! This is the worst hotel I've ever stayed at and we actually checked out early and stayed the remaining 3 nights in another hotel, at our own expense! I've been a long time Expedia customer and have never had my money wasted like this. I'm shocked this place has the ratings that it does! I took plenty of pictures and will be contact Expedia management about this property.
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Location
Very central and walkable to the beach, shops, and dining, with many calling it an oasis close to the action. Recurring downsides are late-night noise from nearby bars and traffic and occasional dust from surrounding roads.
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Robert
9 Mar 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The location was central, however the downside is that it was very noisy at night.
The location was central, however the downside is that it was very noisy at night.
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Stephen
3 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Noise is an issue. If you are not in this area to party this may not be your place. Neighboring bars play loud music from about 11 pm to 3 am. For families, this is not the place to stay. However, this place is great if the noise is not an issue for you. It is an oasis in the craziness of Tamarindo. The people are great, the grounds are nice. Easy to walk everywhere from here. The rooms may be slightly dated but that was not an issue for us. Very comfortable.
Noise is an issue. If you are not in this area to party this may not be your place. Neighboring bars play loud music from about 11 pm to 3 am. For families, this is not the place to stay. However, this place is great if the noise is not an issue for you. It is an oasis in the craziness of Tamarindo. The people are great, the grounds are nice. Easy to walk everywhere from here. The rooms may be slightly dated but that was not an issue for us. Very comfortable.
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Larry
13 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Some nightclub in the vicinity pounded music out until almost 3 AM
Some nightclub in the vicinity pounded music out until almost 3 AM
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Hannah
13 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location - close enough to the beach, but away from all the noise. Was able to hear howler monkeys and birds throughout our stay. Food was excellent. Room was clean. Pool was great. Staff were so friendly and helpful! There was even live music for one of the nights in the restaurant!
Great location - close enough to the beach, but away from all the noise. Was able to hear howler monkeys and birds throughout our stay. Food was excellent. Room was clean. Pool was great. Staff were so friendly and helpful! There was even live music for one of the nights in the restaurant!
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Minor
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Muy lindo el lugar y una exc ubicación
Muy lindo el lugar y una exc ubicación
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Venezia
23 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a cute hotel. The amenities and pool area are nice and it is a great location. Walking distance to the beach where we were able to rent chairs and surf. Walking distance to many restaurants and the nightlife which all fell safe. Parking is also easy. However, the actual room of the hotel is not anything special. It is very plain and straightforward but was good for us because we were really only in the room for sleep for our 3 day stay.
This was a cute hotel. The amenities and pool area are nice and it is a great location. Walking distance to the beach where we were able to rent chairs and surf. Walking distance to many restaurants and the nightlife which all fell safe. Parking is also easy. However, the actual room of the hotel is not anything special. It is very plain and straightforward but was good for us because we were really only in the room for sleep for our 3 day stay.
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Angela
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Would absolutely stay here again! Great Service, perfect small feel like you left town yet you are right in the middle of it. THE BEST in room Coffee as well. I loved the location, we did not drive at all for 3 days and did a lot. Easy 6 min walk to beach and less thatln that to MANY restaurants. Mini market right across street
Would absolutely stay here again! Great Service, perfect small feel like you left town yet you are right in the middle of it. THE BEST in room Coffee as well. I loved the location, we did not drive at all for 3 days and did a lot. Easy 6 min walk to beach and less thatln that to MANY restaurants. Mini market right across street
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Margaret
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a very cute boutique hotel that’s conveniently located across from a grocery store and near the beach and dining options. The pool was great and we saw monkeys in the trees above the pool! We only ate breakfast at the restaurant and it was just so so. We were able to store our luggage at the reception desk before getting our room and after we checked out which was really convenient. We arrived really early from a night flight and couldn’t get our room until 1 PM and we were able to enjoy the pool during that time which was great. It’s a little loud near the road and restaurants, but ear plugs helped. The little patio out front of our room was really nice.
This is a very cute boutique hotel that’s conveniently located across from a grocery store and near the beach and dining options. The pool was great and we saw monkeys in the trees above the pool! We only ate breakfast at the restaurant and it was just so so. We were able to store our luggage at the reception desk before getting our room and after we checked out which was really convenient. We arrived really early from a night flight and couldn’t get our room until 1 PM and we were able to enjoy the pool during that time which was great. It’s a little loud near the road and restaurants, but ear plugs helped. The little patio out front of our room was really nice.
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Liam
15 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was place a perfect stop for one night in Tamarindo. Great downtown location pool. Bar. etx. Great spot and would definitely go back. Thanks for having us.
This was place a perfect stop for one night in Tamarindo. Great downtown location pool. Bar. etx. Great spot and would definitely go back. Thanks for having us.
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Gustavo
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Super close to everything would stay again very nice hotel
Super close to everything would stay again very nice hotel
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Dining
Breakfast and the on-site bar/restaurant are often appreciated, with tasty options, happy hour, and occasional live music. Others found the food average or pricey and reported sporadic service issues or stock shortages.
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Sarah
26 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We booked this as a last minute stay for two nights and decided to leave after one night. Super disappointed with this place. Overpriced for what we got. There were ants all over our room when we got there. No hot water to take a shower before bed. The property cat scratched our kid in the morning when he went out to sit in the patio chair. The breakfast you can buy with it includes cereal and bread. And they ran out of butter and said there was no more. Same with the coffee. We checked out early and told them we were dissatisfied and they didn’t offer any sort of credit or refund for the second night we didn’t stay nor follow up to apologize for the experience. Horrible service and stay overall. We do not plan to go back.
We booked this as a last minute stay for two nights and decided to leave after one night. Super disappointed with this place. Overpriced for what we got. There were ants all over our room when we got there. No hot water to take a shower before bed. The property cat scratched our kid in the morning when he went out to sit in the patio chair. The breakfast you can buy with it includes cereal and bread. And they ran out of butter and said there was no more. Same with the coffee. We checked out early and told them we were dissatisfied and they didn’t offer any sort of credit or refund for the second night we didn’t stay nor follow up to apologize for the experience. Horrible service and stay overall. We do not plan to go back.
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Heather
5 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Well maintained and the property itself is quiet. The on site restaurant was nice and they make great breakfast and nachos. The a/c was quiet and efficient. Great location for beach access and every restaurant you can imagine. Farmers market nearby 2 days a week. Bring ear plugs for potential howler monkeys and the bar nearby that plays music until 2am.
Well maintained and the property itself is quiet. The on site restaurant was nice and they make great breakfast and nachos. The a/c was quiet and efficient. Great location for beach access and every restaurant you can imagine. Farmers market nearby 2 days a week. Bring ear plugs for potential howler monkeys and the bar nearby that plays music until 2am.
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Anne
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little chill oasis in the midst of Tamarindo. Was great to sit next to pool in the evening and have live music with beach bar vibes. Rooms are very basic, but common area really nice and location could not be better.
Great little chill oasis in the midst of Tamarindo. Was great to sit next to pool in the evening and have live music with beach bar vibes. Rooms are very basic, but common area really nice and location could not be better.
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Mitchell
18 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great spot to stay while in Tamarindo, breakfast was awesome! David & Diego were awesome! Pura Vida, Thank you - Mitch, Canada
Great spot to stay while in Tamarindo, breakfast was awesome! David & Diego were awesome! Pura Vida, Thank you - Mitch, Canada
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Heidi
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This is a boutique hotel with quaint clean rooms. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant is more expensive than other restaurants in town so didn’t eat there but in the morning they had delicious free coffee for guests.
This is a boutique hotel with quaint clean rooms. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant is more expensive than other restaurants in town so didn’t eat there but in the morning they had delicious free coffee for guests.
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Patrick
21 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
From USA. Enjoyed stay here. Staff was awesome especially bartender Daniel. Breakfast was included and very practical. Room was clean. A few insects here and there but thats to be expected. Quiet and safe feel. Open mic at bar on Wednesday was fun!
From USA. Enjoyed stay here. Staff was awesome especially bartender Daniel. Breakfast was included and very practical. Room was clean. A few insects here and there but thats to be expected. Quiet and safe feel. Open mic at bar on Wednesday was fun!
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Scott
12 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I’ll start with THE PRO’s The grounds are nice with lots of trees and fauna. The people that work there are nice and friendly. The location to the night life and shops are close to the hotel. They have a 2 for 1 happy hour from 4 to 6 pm every day. There were howler monkeys nearby and some iguanas. Two nice orange kitties, one is missing an eye. Good security. Met a lot of nice people THE CON’s When we got there in the afternoon about a hour before check in time, the door was locked, because the reception person was running around doing everything. After a little wait, not to bad. The hotel has seen better days. The deck around the pool is falling apart. While we were there for 4 days, I never seen the pool get cleaned. They ask you to not turn the ac below 24C. You cannot put anything in the toilet except what comes out of your body. Toilet paper and such must go in a waste basket! The food at the restaurant is just OK. Parking is on a busy road. We had nothing to set our suitcase's on, so we had to set them on the beds, not good. TV’s are not great. Very, very noisy from loud motorcycles, heavy trucks and loud music. Probably will not go back.
I’ll start with THE PRO’s The grounds are nice with lots of trees and fauna. The people that work there are nice and friendly. The location to the night life and shops are close to the hotel. They have a 2 for 1 happy hour from 4 to 6 pm every day. There were howler monkeys nearby and some iguanas. Two nice orange kitties, one is missing an eye. Good security. Met a lot of nice people THE CON’s When we got there in the afternoon about a hour before check in time, the door was locked, because the reception person was running around doing everything. After a little wait, not to bad. The hotel has seen better days. The deck around the pool is falling apart. While we were there for 4 days, I never seen the pool get cleaned. They ask you to not turn the ac below 24C. You cannot put anything in the toilet except what comes out of your body. Toilet paper and such must go in a waste basket! The food at the restaurant is just OK. Parking is on a busy road. We had nothing to set our suitcase's on, so we had to set them on the beds, not good. TV’s are not great. Very, very noisy from loud motorcycles, heavy trucks and loud music. Probably will not go back.
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Hannah
13 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location - close enough to the beach, but away from all the noise. Was able to hear howler monkeys and birds throughout our stay. Food was excellent. Room was clean. Pool was great. Staff were so friendly and helpful! There was even live music for one of the nights in the restaurant!
Great location - close enough to the beach, but away from all the noise. Was able to hear howler monkeys and birds throughout our stay. Food was excellent. Room was clean. Pool was great. Staff were so friendly and helpful! There was even live music for one of the nights in the restaurant!
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Danielle
21 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
very clean, very helpful front desk staff, helped with travel arrangements. The restaurant on property was great!
very clean, very helpful front desk staff, helped with travel arrangements. The restaurant on property was great!
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Margaret
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a very cute boutique hotel that’s conveniently located across from a grocery store and near the beach and dining options. The pool was great and we saw monkeys in the trees above the pool! We only ate breakfast at the restaurant and it was just so so. We were able to store our luggage at the reception desk before getting our room and after we checked out which was really convenient. We arrived really early from a night flight and couldn’t get our room until 1 PM and we were able to enjoy the pool during that time which was great. It’s a little loud near the road and restaurants, but ear plugs helped. The little patio out front of our room was really nice.
This is a very cute boutique hotel that’s conveniently located across from a grocery store and near the beach and dining options. The pool was great and we saw monkeys in the trees above the pool! We only ate breakfast at the restaurant and it was just so so. We were able to store our luggage at the reception desk before getting our room and after we checked out which was really convenient. We arrived really early from a night flight and couldn’t get our room until 1 PM and we were able to enjoy the pool during that time which was great. It’s a little loud near the road and restaurants, but ear plugs helped. The little patio out front of our room was really nice.
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Bridget
12 Apr 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The location is very convenient to everything but can be a little noisy at night (mostly talking about the bad karaoke singing haha). There are many animals around which is fun to see. The property is really charming. The breakfast options could be better for vegans but the staff tried their best to accommodate us. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend this hotel
The location is very convenient to everything but can be a little noisy at night (mostly talking about the bad karaoke singing haha). There are many animals around which is fun to see. The property is really charming. The breakfast options could be better for vegans but the staff tried their best to accommodate us. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend this hotel
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Katie
9 Apr 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Small hotel with a nice made to order restaurant. Within walking distance of everything you need. Across the street is a grocery store, down the street is the beach, coffee shops, many different restaurants. I was there with two children (10, 11,) and my husband and we felt safe the entire time. The hotel has security and closes a gate at night. Would stay here again and would definitely recommend. We saw cool birds, iguanas and monkeys while there!
Small hotel with a nice made to order restaurant. Within walking distance of everything you need. Across the street is a grocery store, down the street is the beach, coffee shops, many different restaurants. I was there with two children (10, 11,) and my husband and we felt safe the entire time. The hotel has security and closes a gate at night. Would stay here again and would definitely recommend. We saw cool birds, iguanas and monkeys while there!
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Cinderica
3 Apr 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
The place was paradise, with howler monkeys in the trees by the pool. A close walk to everything.
The place was paradise, with howler monkeys in the trees by the pool. A close walk to everything.
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Jason
18 Mar 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
The hotel is a very short walk to the main downtown area. Just far enough away to avoid the noise but close enough to be there in a few minutes. The pool is amazing! Staff is very helpful and courteous. The room was clean and air conditioned, and the beds were comfortable.
The hotel is a very short walk to the main downtown area. Just far enough away to avoid the noise but close enough to be there in a few minutes. The pool is amazing! Staff is very helpful and courteous. The room was clean and air conditioned, and the beds were comfortable.
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Patrice
16 Mar 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was clean, well equipped and bed was super comfy. Pool area was nice with plenty of areas of shade to avoid the sun. Very convenient location. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for something quaint with a local vibe.
Room was clean, well equipped and bed was super comfy. Pool area was nice with plenty of areas of shade to avoid the sun. Very convenient location. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for something quaint with a local vibe.
Guanacaste, Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Location
With a stay at Hotel Pasatiempo in Tamarindo, you'll be 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. This hotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Monkey Park.
WAYRA Institute of Spanish(0.2 Miles)
Tamarindo Beach(0.3 Miles)
Playa Langosta(1.3 Miles)
Tamarindo Church(2.8 Miles)
Black Stallion Eco Park(4.7 Miles)
Casino Diria(5 Miles)
FAQs about Hotel Pasatiempo
Yes, free self parking is available on-site.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee, approximately CRC 7000 to 10000 for adults and CRC 6000 to 10000 for children.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge of CRC 52000 per person (one-way), and it is available 24 hours. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel.
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility should be confirmed with the property prior to arrival.
The hotel is located just 0.3 miles (0.5 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 7.5 miles (12.1 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. It is also close to various attractions such as Playa Langosta (2.1 km) and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course (9 miles).
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available. The pool is seasonal and operational hours may vary.
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free has not been specified.
The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs. It is recommended to contact the property directly for confirmation and any associated costs.
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This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM. 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 credit card, debit card, or 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- 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
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CRC 7000 to 10000 for adults, and CRC 6000 to 10000 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: CRC 52000 per person (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Beach (nearby)
Scuba diving
Cycling
Fishing
Golf (miniature)
Horse riding
Canoeing
Hiking
Pool outdoor
Live music
Evening Entertainment
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Parking
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Services
Tour desk
Babysitting/Child services
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Self laundry
Concierge Services
General
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Body treatments
Facial treatments
Packed lunches
Family room
Beach Sun Loungers
Snack Bar/Deli
Internet
Free wi-fi