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Zulu Surf Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Tamarindo Beach, connected to a shopping center

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | View from room
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Point of interest
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Centro Comercial Plaza Conchal, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50309
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Grande Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Tamarindo

Seaside stay .Stay at this Tamarindo hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tamarindo Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Langosta. Conchal Beach and Playa Brasilito are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Grande Beach - 30 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Avellanas Beach - 35 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Zulu Surf Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Tamarindo Beach, connected to a shopping center
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Zulu Surf Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Zulu Surf Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and ceiling fans. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers. This Tamarindo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 8 to 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

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 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 and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Zulu Surf Hotel Hotel
Zulu Surf Hotel Tamarindo
Zulu Surf Hotel Hotel Tamarindo

Zulu Surf Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 180 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Esthefany

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Misty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well... If you like to party.. then you will love this hotel..! For us.. this was NOT a good place to stay for the week.. We are not party people anymore.. We prefer to get good sleep instead.. but even with earplugs we could hear horrible chaos outside.. :( and the windows didn't close, so good luck sleeping.. we could literally feel our bodies bumping from the music being so loud almost every single night we where there.. all around the hotel.. all night long we heard screaming, crazy motorcycles and what sounded like police chases.. quietest time of the day was probably around 12noon or 1pm in the afternoon.. only 2 positives came from this hotel.. one was the proximity to the beach was nice, and the wonderful air-conditioner.. since the low at night was 82 every night.. real feel during the day above 104° in April. Aside from those 2 positives.. sadly this just wasn't a great place for us for our 10 year anniversary.. also.. as soon as we stepped foot out our hotel.. EVERYDAY we where asked if we wanted to buy drugs.. 5 or more times every day just trying to walk to the beach from the hotel.. not recommended for young children or even teenagers... exercise caution..
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were met with a situation where we needed quick accommodations because our prior hotel cancelled on us the morning we were traveling into the country. Staff was quick to assist us via WhatsApp in late check in information, willing to stay and meet us when we arrived, and even changed our dates (per our request) without penalty when our flights were delayed by 24 hours. The willingness to work with us, quick responses, and generosity of this hotel will never be lost on us.. thank you Zulu for saving our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

savitri

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel a little away from the beach front so more peaceful but very walkable. Beautiful little veranda for everyone to share at the top. Comfortable bed and clean rooms. Parking out front on sidewalk area. Lots of shopping and restaurants and bars all around.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved it there
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel in the heart of Tamarindo. Two minute walk to the beach. Surrounded by shopping and restaurants. Staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming.

8/10 Good

Selena T.

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Nice place to stay if you are on a budget. They have a kitchen with the necessary appliances. The room was huge and the hotel was withing walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was ok

This hotel was ok. The decorations were nice although the photos online look nicer and good location to the beach. They had games in a common area and help your self to coffee or tea. They don't really offer any type of service other then front desk and house keeping. And be careful for the man outside of the hotel who "helps you park" and demands money - nothing lower then $5 USD You might be able to get away from him by telling him your staying at Zulu
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! 10/10 recommendations
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ward

So great and the people who work here are amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely beautiful and very clean. Although the toilet ran water all night and my key for the door was very finicky! And there was no one at the desk to help with either of these issues. I was also annoyed at the bar across the street that was very loud till 2am.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to fun food vendor area. Only negative, is that you cannot flush toilet paper down the toilet. However, this is not that uncommon in CR.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dixie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An overall pleasant stay. Premises were always kept clean. Good walkable area and not far from the beach. A bit of noise but bearable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, New Westminster

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ebun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a great location and easily accessible to all the bars, restaurants and the beach, which was ideal. The hotel itself was okay - clean and had everything you would need but some parts were a bit outdated and it was noisy at night. Overall, it was good value for money.

8/10 Good

Giancarlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Q
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The vibe is great. Chill, light and bright, community, yoga and surf energy. It’s so central. The heart of the action. Close to the beach and to bars and restaurants. The staff is amazing. So friendly and accommodating. Because it’s so central, it is a bit loud, but it seemed to slow down after about 10:30 pm until about 7 Am when traffic would pick up again. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the first time visitor to Tamarindo. It’s in the heart of downtown Tamarindo. My singular complaint was no breakfast except coffee and with coffee they did not provide creamer.

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025