There are many hotels in Tamarindo, ranging from condo rentals, luxury boutique hotels, and budget-friendly cabins. 

Tamarindo is a perfect beach town for doing nothing other than hanging out on the beach, surfing, sunning, and swimming. 

<h2>Explore the Fun Beach Town of Tamarindo!</h2>The town of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, has exploded in recent years, from a tiny collection of shacks back in the 1970s and 80s to a classy, cosmopolitan, and diverse beach town today, and the center of Costa Rica's surf culture. Critics of Tamarindo often dismiss the place as "Tamagringo", a nod to the large tourist and ex-pat community here, but they're missing the point.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tamarindo is famous, but the foreigners are in Tamarindo because there is so much fun and the beaches are incredible. There is nothing wrong with wanting to be surrounded by amazing beaches, a friendly atmosphere, great restaurants, and <a href="https://www.vacationscostarica.com/tamarindo/stay/">beautiful hotels</a> to stay in.Tamarindo might well be "discovered" now. It might no longer be off the beaten track. But you still have to try very hard to have a wrong time in the center of Costa Rica's beach and surf scene.<figure class="image"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650823626/tamarindo_diria_beachfront_overview_guanacaste_7945a0a8c0.jpg" alt="tamarindo-diria-beachfront-overview-guanacaste.jpg" srcset="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650823627/thumbnail_tamarindo_diria_beachfront_overview_guanacaste_7945a0a8c0.jpg 234w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650823628/small_tamarindo_diria_beachfront_overview_guanacaste_7945a0a8c0.jpg 500w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650823628/medium_tamarindo_diria_beachfront_overview_guanacaste_7945a0a8c0.jpg 750w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650823628/large_tamarindo_diria_beachfront_overview_guanacaste_7945a0a8c0.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure><h3>Best Time to Travel to Tamarindo</h3>The best time to visit Tamarindo weather-wise would be mid-November through August. The weather is pretty perfect during this time, most of the year. Even the rainiest months of September and October will see plenty of sunshine, although quite a few businesses close their doors at this time so that the town might feel a little dead.If you're only in Tamarindo for the surf, it doesn't matter how dead the town feels. It's more about how alive the ocean feels, and the best waves around Tamarindo come between June and October. Likewise, wildlife lovers might find Tamarindo worthwhile between September and March, when the leatherback turtles come to nest on Playa Grande.And then there's the fishing. Yes, Tamarindo is also a <a href="https://www.vacationscostarica.com/fishing/">fishing hot spot</a> in Costa Rica with excellent, year-round, inshore fishing and offshore fishing that's great from June to October. In addition, Tamarindo waters produce the largest and most numerous yellow-fin tuna from May to November.For us, Tamarindo is a perfect, year-round destination. One thing we would say is that the Christmas/New Years' period and Easter Week can get very busy and might be best avoided if you don't like crowds. Other than that, come anytime you want and enjoy yourself!&nbsp;<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651020708/the_coast_beachfront_hotel_sunset_surfing_session_tamarindo_4d2f39e562.jpg" alt="the-coast-beachfront-hotel-sunset-surfing-session-tamarindo.jpg" srcset="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651020709/thumbnail_the_coast_beachfront_hotel_sunset_surfing_session_tamarindo_4d2f39e562.jpg 234w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651020711/small_the_coast_beachfront_hotel_sunset_surfing_session_tamarindo_4d2f39e562.jpg 500w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651020710/medium_the_coast_beachfront_hotel_sunset_surfing_session_tamarindo_4d2f39e562.jpg 750w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651020709/large_the_coast_beachfront_hotel_sunset_surfing_session_tamarindo_4d2f39e562.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw"><h3>Weather in Tamarindo</h3>Guanacaste is the driest and warmest part of Costa Rica - the best weather for beach lovers. You can expect mid-to-late 80s F (early 30s C) temperatures for much of the year, with humidity lower than elsewhere.The rainy season is from May to November, but even then, there's not a great deal compared to elsewhere in Costa Rica. Think hot and sunny most of the day with solid afternoon showers. The wettest months are September and October.<h3>Is Tamarindo Safe?</h3>Overall, if you're street smart and careful, Tamarindo is safe. It's a beach town with a transient population and many tourists, so crime happens. The majority of crime in Tamarindo is petty and opportunistic.Take care if you're out alone, and don't get too drunk. Don't buy drugs and keep your valuables in your hotel. If you have a car, don't leave stuff in it, and don't bring anything to the beach with you that you're not prepared to lose.Tamarindo Beach is pretty safe, but still, watch out for rip currents if in the water. Also, take double care if you're swimming or surfing in Playa Langosta or Playa Grande, which have big waves and fierce undertows.<figure class="image"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651029211/capitan_suizo_beachfront_hotel_breakfast_at_the_beach_tamarindo_fa9c4a612c.jpg" alt="capitan-suizo-beachfront-hotel-breakfast-at-the-beach-tamarindo.jpg" srcset="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651029211/thumbnail_capitan_suizo_beachfront_hotel_breakfast_at_the_beach_tamarindo_fa9c4a612c.jpg 234w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651029213/small_capitan_suizo_beachfront_hotel_breakfast_at_the_beach_tamarindo_fa9c4a612c.jpg 500w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651029212/medium_capitan_suizo_beachfront_hotel_breakfast_at_the_beach_tamarindo_fa9c4a612c.jpg 750w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1651029212/large_capitan_suizo_beachfront_hotel_breakfast_at_the_beach_tamarindo_fa9c4a612c.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure><h2>Top Restaurants in Tamarindo</h2>Antichi Sapori Sicilian Cuisine: Italian restaurant with generous portions and fantastic pasta. Try the seafood linguini.&nbsp;Waffle Monkey: If you love waffles for breakfast (and who doesn't?), you'll love this place. They do a damn fine cup of coffee, too.&nbsp;Green Papaya Taco Bar: Tucked in behind the Oveja Negra hostel, this Tex Mex-inspired place will serve you Tamarindo's best tacos and quesadillas.&nbsp;Santa Rita Cafe: Another top breakfast place in Tamarindo with amazing Gallo Pinto.&nbsp;NOI Bistro: Whether you're seeking breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this international restaurant will have something delicious for you to eat.&nbsp;<h2><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650827025/tamarindo_diria_bar_pool_tourist_drinking_guanacaste_6e8b535b0b.jpg" alt="tamarindo-diria-bar-pool-tourist-drinking-guanacaste.jpg" srcset="https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650827026/thumbnail_tamarindo_diria_bar_pool_tourist_drinking_guanacaste_6e8b535b0b.jpg 245w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650827028/small_tamarindo_diria_bar_pool_tourist_drinking_guanacaste_6e8b535b0b.jpg 500w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650827028/medium_tamarindo_diria_bar_pool_tourist_drinking_guanacaste_6e8b535b0b.jpg 750w,https://res.cloudinary.com/vacationscostarica-com/image/upload/v1650827027/large_tamarindo_diria_bar_pool_tourist_drinking_guanacaste_6e8b535b0b.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></h2><h2>How to get to Tamarindo</h2>Outside of Liberia, Guanacaste Airport (Airport Code LIR) is the closest international airport to Tamarindo.<h3>Distance &amp; Driving Time to Tamarindo</h3>From LIR Airport: 40 miles (65 kilometers), about 1 hour and 15 minutes.All Costa Rican Vacations packages include an airport "meet and greet" service and private transfers with English-speaking drivers. This means you're all set when you arrive in-country - just sit back, relax, and our driver will get you to your destination.If you're driving from Guanacaste Airport to Tamarindo, give yourself just over an hour's driving time - say 1 hour, 15 minutes to be on the safe side. Then, if you're renting a car at the airport, allow yourself an hour or so to sort that out.Head out of the airport onto the main road, and turn right, heading away from Liberia. Keep following this road through, ignoring traffic turning off to the right towards other beaches. You want to keep going through Filadelfia until you reach Belen. It's here, in Belen, that you take your right turn at the gas station.Soon, you'll come to Huacas and a V-shaped junction. Take the left hand of the V, heading towards the south. Keep on going, and after passing a couple of supermarkets, you'll find yourself in Villareal, a "suburb" of Tamarindo. There's a big switchback of a right-hand turn here to take, which will lead you directly into town. You'll pass the airstrip, the AutoMercado, and see the Pacific Ocean. Congratulations, you've arrived in Tamarindo!

Tamarindo

Wyndham Tamarindo

Fitness Facilities

Swimming Pool

Restaurant

Breakfast Included

Compass House

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Panoramic Vistas

WiFi

Jardin del Eden Boutique Hotel

Bar/Lounge

The Coast Beachfront Hotel

The Coast Hotel

Tamarindo Diria

Casino

Kids Pool

Tennis Courts

Business Center

Swim Up Bar

Beachfront

Golf Course

Villa Sozo

Jacuzzi

Casa Leo Loco

Capitan Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel

Capitan Suizo

Dietary Restrictions

Casa Alegria 

Casa Coco

Cala Luna

Casa Nya

Washer/Dryer

Villa Cerca del Mar 4

Beach Access

Mother Earth Vegan Hotel

Yoga Deck and Classes

Casa Sundowner

Casa Aurora

Casa Agape

Epic Tamarindo Boutique Hotel

Epic Tamarindo

Villa Amara by the Beach

Villa Amara

Villa Haven

Canopy Zip Line

Adrenaline

Rincón de la Vieja

Tortuguero

Arenal Volcano

Monteverde

San Isidro

Flamingo Beach

Beach Hopping & Snorkeling

Beach Fun

Papagayo

El Jobo

Las Catalinas

Hermosa Beach

Conchal Beach

Riding ATVs & Off-Road Buggies

Nosara

Playa Prieta 

Jaco

Playa Hermosa (Jaco)

Playa Langosta

Quepos

Potrero

Playa Brasilito

Montezuma

Santa Teresa

Manuel Antonio

Horseback Riding

Nature & Wildlife

Rio Perdido

Savegre Valley

Punta Islita

Mangrove And Estuary Boat Ride

Mangrove And Estuary

Puerto Viejo

Drake Bay

Esterillos

Dominical

Adventure Parks

Playa Panama

Playa Avellanas

Liberia

Scuba Diving 

Sea Turtle Nesting

Samara

Surf Lessons

Cahuita

Deep Sea or Inshore Sportfishing 

Puerto Jiménez

Los Sueños

Kayaking in Costa Rica

Kayaking

Upala

Golfito

Pacuare

Isla Chiquita

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding in Costa Rica

Stand-Up Paddle Board

Hiking in Costa Rica

Hiking

National Parks

Guanacaste 

Rio Celeste

San Ramón

San Gerardo de Dota

Bajos del Toro

Uvita

La Paz

Turrialba

Poás Volcano

San José

Nature by Boat

Caving in Costa Rica

Caving

Sailing in a Catamaran Cruise

Catamaran Cruise

Relaxing

Beach

Adventure and Beachside Fun

Thrill and Chill

Waterfall Valley and Tamarindo

Monteverde and Tamarindo

Cross-Country Surf

Surfs Up

Party Time!

Manuel Antonio and Tamarindo

Endless Summer

Adventure and Sunshine Bound

Ready to Party! 

Beach Hopping Costa Rica

Surfing the Pacific

Surf and Fishing Getaway

Beachfront Getaway

Trail Less Traveled

Some Like It 'Pura Vida'

Costa Rica Beach Combo

What a Trip!

La Paz and Tamarindo

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