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Surf Ranch Tamarindo

3.0 star property
City-center hotel within walking distance of Tamarindo Beach

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Property grounds
Courtyard
Restaurant
Beach nearby, white sand
Cafe

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $106
includes taxes & fees
$94 per night
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2025

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Main Strip, between Sprout Restaurant, and Economy Rent A Car., Tamarindo

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 1 min walk
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 25 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 30 min drive
  • Grande Beach - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 6 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 78 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 108 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Surf Ranch Tamarindo

Surf Ranch Tamarindo is just 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snorkeling, surfing/body boarding, and surf lessons, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • 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 - 3:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Office
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Surf Ranch Tamarindo Hotel
Surf Ranch Tamarindo Hotel
Surf Ranch Tamarindo Tamarindo
Surf Ranch Tamarindo Hotel Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Surf Ranch Tamarindo?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 120 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (12-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Surf Ranch Tamarindo and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like horseback riding, sailing, and snorkeling. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does Surf Ranch Tamarindo have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Surf Ranch Tamarindo like?
Surf Ranch Tamarindo is located on the Tamarindo Strip, a short 1-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 12 minutes' walk from WAYRA Institute of Spanish.

Reviews

6.8

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Poor customer service, both, property and platform
Had a really hard time to get key codes for our 2 bookef rooms. Waited for about 3 hours by the property door. Hotels.com was was responsive at the beginning, but then no reply, no help, just ignore. We were frustrated. Consider change the platform after this experience.
Andrei, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Terrible experience 1. I filtered by "free breakfast" and I chose the price with free breakfast, however once I did the reservation they sent me a message that breakfast was not included. I complained about it and they offer me 1 free lunch, when I went to ask for my launch the restaurant said I can only chose a breaskfast for launch. I needed to pay an extra breakfast in another place. 2. They say in the description "Free offsite parking", there is NO parking, you need to park in the street with no one watching over the car. They told me they have cameras but no one will pay if something would happened to my car and my things inside. 3. I reported AC was leaking water, they told me they can offer me to change the room but nothing else happened, I do not know what else they needed me to say, no proactive reaction from them 4. After 2 terrible nights I asked for a refund to sleep somewhere else and they did not accept to do it.
Wendy Alexandra Fuentes, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love to come back soon
Dinh, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Dinh, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Ina, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ikiyyah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

FERNANDO, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Esta en muy buena zona, cuenta con lo básico, le falta mantenimiento
Araceli, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cristina, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was really friendly. It only a short walk from the beach.
Sharla, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Basic property but has everything you need including blow dryer and mini refrigerator also close to everything and right across from the beach.
heather, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Our experience at this Tamarindo hotel was deeply unsatisfactory. Despite a 10-night booking, we felt compelled to leave after just 3 days due to persistent issues. Despite management's responses to previous reviews claiming resolution, I can confidently assert that the problems persist. 1. The lack of a consistent front desk presence was a significant inconvenience, with management often unreachable except for brief appearances at the hotel's café between 8 am – 3 PM. 2. Water cut off during my shower, reaching out to management, it took hours for a response, which informed us that we needed to wait for the water tank to refill! 3. On day 2, water turned an alarming shade of brown due to filtration issues, highlighting maintenance concerns. 4. Our room's proximity to the laundry and pump room resulted in incessant noise from the pump. Promises of a room change were made but not honored, revealing management's lack of transparency. 5. Air conditioning remote control was dysfunctional, limiting our ability to regulate the temperature. 6. On the first night, our blanket fell to the ground, I requested for a replacement from the maid, whom we tipped. However, upon reaching out to Expedia to express our grievances, we were shocked to receive a response from the hotel accusing us of rudeness and causing disturbances. Tamarindo is undoubtedly an expensive tourist destination. However, it's essential to recognize that cheap rate=cheap service.
Esmail, 10-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Did not have T.V. per representation when I booked. Chair at desk was broken and couldn't use. Baseboard rotting out, shower head blew off, curtain to shower 2" too short; floors slick as snot and no towel to lay on floor. No working t.v. and kept being told "a few hours, tomorrow, etc.' Signed in on sheet in spanish with policy; english was available and placed in room after check in stating one rule 'no refunds, for any reason'. I'd never sign something like that. Any reasons??
KRISTINA, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Zackery, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overall we had a positive experience staying at Surf ranch. The hotel is located in a great spot and is close to the beach and all the shops and restaurants. The breakfast was decent and the room was clean. What we were not happy about was the very slow WiFi and how dark our room was. We were located at the first floor and people were hanging out outside of our room till late and we could literally hear everything.
Palina, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Barbra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

John, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

I had NO running water at the shower at anytime! Had to wash my teeth at the outside shower due to lack of water! Tv remote not working no batteries in it
alain, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great little place to stay for the price. They have ac in the rooms and shampoo/ conditioner. Across the street from the beach and food options everywhere. Walking distance to shops, food, excursions, ect. The staff is very nice. The only issue for me was the doors and thin walls. Even when you tried to close the door softly, the Latches are metal and loud. There was a night that next door had a party until 4am. When people came back to their rooms...it was like door slam city. I was so disruptive at 4am when i was kept up all night from the party. Then i had to listen to all the drunk people stumbling around up stairs and slamming doors. I guess if you are there to party it's fine...but I was on relax vacay and it wasnt good.
Hannah, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Steps too Tamarindo beach
The hotel is extremely basic, very low water pressure, hard too shower but did the job, rooms are very very basic, no micro wave or coffee maker but fresh coffee is available from 8am-10am an they have a small fridge in the room The best part of this hotel was cost 70$ per nite and when you walk out you only have to cross the street and you’re on the beach. Staff are very friendly and helpful when available… But be aware that staff are not always available and are gone by 2-3pm an sometimes even earlier, and you must make sure to contact hotel by email days before arrival to know how to get into room for check in when staff have left
Stanley, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Alice, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

There's nobody at the front desk at all.. and i never got an email on how to hlget in the room
Job, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic spot. The gal who owns it was wonderful. Outdoor shower and coffee were a nice bonus. They have laundry service too which was awesome to get a refresh on clothes. Definitely recommend!
Cory, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

The worst place to stay in Tamarindo
It was the worst stay and this place is not a hotel. It is either a Cabina or Hostel but not a hotel. Little or no amenities. No hot water, no blow dryer, hand cream and no parking nor any arrangement to help guests with vehicles. This place should not be listed on Hotels.com as a Hotel. Very misleading information. No parking should be identified very clear when making reservations. Not a small writing lower down where this very big detail can be overlooked. I left one day early as I COULD NOT SLEEP as my vehicle was parked in an unsecured area outside.
Mitra, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review