Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel

Playa Tamarindo


Here's a romantic getaway for adults only, and it helps to like dogs (there are three sweet rescues on the property). Slick modern rooms on the recently expanded and revamped property have king- or queen-sized beds and rain showers. Our favorite feature is the swimming pool, complete with multicolored LED lighting and recycled plastic decking.

The open-air breakfast terrace is a treat, too.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Playa Tamarindo attractions

3. Sibu Sanctuary

24.65 MILES

Reservations are required to visit this wildlife sanctuary, set on 50 glorious acres of jungle and garden. The sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing,…

4. Reserva Biológica Nosara

25.3 MILES

The private 35-hectare reserve behind Lagarta Lodge has trails leading through a mangrove wetland down to the river and beach. Stop in the Lagarta lobby…

5. Playa Pelada

26.21 MILES

North of Guiones, Playa Pelada is a family gathering place for sunset, swimming and surfing, though the waves can get a bit rough. On the northern end,…

6. International Animal Rescue Costa Rica

26.8 MILES

Make an appointment to visit this animal rescue center. Brenda Bombard is an incurable animal lover who has devoted two decades to caring for injured and…

7. Playa Guiones

29.17 MILES

Nosara's most developed beach is also a stunner, with a wide, generous arc of marbled sand (and a few pebbles and shells mixed in), excellent beach breaks…

8. Playa Garza

29.81 MILES

From the south, the first beach you'll hit is Playa Garza, still a sleepy Tico fishing village with an arc of pale brown sand, and headlands on either…