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Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Grande Beach

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Exterior
Pilsen Suite
Restaurant
Superior Room
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
1000 Calle Principal, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Grande Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪90 min drive‬

Room options

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Pilsen Suite

Pilsen Suite

  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Corona Suite

  • 3 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room ( No Balcony or Patio )

  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Ocean View Room

  • 3 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Surf Villa

Surf Villa

  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Jungle Room

Jungle Room

  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tropical Villa

Tropical Villa

  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Tamarindo

On the beach.You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Las Baulas National Marine Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Grande Beach. Conchal Beach and Avellanas Beach are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playa Langosta - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Grande Beach - 11 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 16 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas

3-star beachfront hotel near Grande Beach
As a guest of Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas, you'll find an outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. An area shuttle within 80.00 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tamarindo hotel.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Nightclub
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas offers 51 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 80 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property hosts live music every Friday evening from 9 PM to 2:30 AM. Guests should expect a high level of noise.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 771 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maheshkumar, Fulshear

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and breakfast was awesome. Staff really helpful with all the details.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price... AC had trouble keeping air temp below 72.... There is a great loud party Friday nights. Pool was good. Sun deck good. Proximity to ocean fair for walking. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was closed for renovations. Would have been nice to have food available there.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very close to many restaurants and shops. Would have rated more stars, but the beds were terribly uncomfortable. You should also know Tamarindo is very busy, so its not a quiet hotel. (Traffic noise). Breakfast was the same food every day, would havebeen nice to chamge it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ron

Travelled with partner
Stayed one night in an oceanfront view room. Was lovely having a morning coffee out on our little patio. Pool, bar and restaurant was fun and full buffet breakfast in the morning. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful. Clean. Good location. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Liked: Staff & service
This was my first time to Tamarindo and I didn't have much expectations. Upon arrival at the hotel, I was told I had to roll my luggage on the gravel road onto to stoned driveway up a small hill and then carry it up the stairs to my room.... The next morning I saw the breakfast was sub par so I only had the toasts with butter and jam, coffee and juice. They ran out of sterno to keep the food warm the next morning, so everything was served cold. By the third morning, they had scented candles put under the warming trays but most of them were out... The property is located at the entry end of the town but still walkable into town in about 10 minutes if you walk slow. Some areas of the road toward the center of town is without sidewalk so you'll get dirty feet getting into town. My room has a decent water view above the trees but it has no mini fridge nor microwave. I had to get ice from the restaurant all day to keep my drinks cold. I think for about $100/night it's decent. There are many options of places to stay in Tamarindo but mostly local hotels and not world wide chains. There is no reception per say except a little building at the entrance that looks like a security guard hut so if you check out and leave your suitcase with the reception, you would have no where to hang out until it's time to leave. There is a very good Chinese restaurant across the street which I had a few meals while I was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cassandra

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Great staff! Nice pool and bar area! Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cassandra

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia Marín

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It wqs a good place to stay. A bit old so there wasn't a lot o accessible electrical outlets.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good stay

Beautiful pool and great breakfast. Nice location. The rooms and beds are too small, even claustrophobic for my liking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Everett Laxson

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 5 days in Tamarindo and really liked the Best Western. We had a small balcony, but didn't use that so much as the upstairs patio area that was near the pool. We could catch a breeze there when it was hot and in general it was a nice comfortable space to hang out when we weren't doing something outside the hotel area. Visitors should be aware that on Friday nights, there is a very loud party with music that does on until about 2 AM. We were not made aware of this until we arrived but it happens every Friday night, and it is loud enough to make the walls vibrate. We also had an air conditioner problem that couldn't be solved and it would work, then not work, then work again. Sometimes it got really hot inside the room. Staff was very nice and they kept trying, but we had to keep asking. The included daily breakfast was really good, and my husband loved it and he is pretty picky about breakfast. All in all, it was a lovely place to stay. Small issues, but a very nice staff, nice location, and pretty comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was good. we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Haris

Travelled with family
They should improve their standard. The services were not up to the mark. Sink was clogged, TV wasn’t working, wifi inside the room was on and off, bed was making so much noise upon flipping sides. They should have done better for the sake of price customers pay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

brandon

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wack

Pool was half full with pump off. Bar had no ingredients to make anythinng on the menu and wont allow to charge anything to room or open a tab. Dont eat too much gallo pinto, they only give you one roll of TP. This place used to be awesome and now it sucks rwally bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Jazmin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We strongly recommend this property for families looking to visit Tamarindo. The room was impeccably clean with a very powerful air conditioning unit. Water pressure on both the shower and toliet were a bit lacking but still usable. We stayed on a Thursday night and had no noise problems (though it may be a problem on Friday night when their weekly parties are). We felt very safe as the front gate is closed (but it of course can be opened if you arrive late) and monitored by a security guard during the night. Breakfast was made to order (4 pre-set options) and substantial. The hotel is a short walk away from the center of town (no continuous sidewalks but did not feel particularly unsafe as long as we were careful) and across the street from the beach.

8/10 Good

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room I was staying it was always spotless clean and very roomy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024