See all properties

Barceló Tambor

4.0 star property
4-star hotel with a spa, connected to the convention center

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Barceló Tambor

Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Property video
View from room
On the beach
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

View in a map
Playa Tambor, Nicoya, Paquera, Puntarenas, 60105
  • Place, Parque Nacional Curu
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Los Delfines Golf & Country Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

Superior Room

Superior Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room (Level Superior)

Premium Room (Level Superior)

Premium Room (Level Superior)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Tambor

Beachfront retreat .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Parque Nacional Curu and 2 miles (3 km) of Los Delfines Golf & Country Club with a stay here. Romelia Wildlife Refuge is within 6 miles (10 km) and Montezuma Gardens is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Parque Nacional Curu - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Los Delfines Golf & Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Montezuma Beach - 30 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 47 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Manzanillo Beach - 55 min drive - 37.6 km

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Cocobolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Tucán - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Gitanos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palenque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Rancho - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Barceló Tambor

4-star hotel with a spa, connected to the convention center
Barceló Tambor is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Barceló Tambor offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A children's pool, a nightclub, and a fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Barceló Tambor. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Paquera hotel is smoke free.

  • 402 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Barceló Tambor offers 402 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Paquera hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, facials, detox wraps, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Similar properties

4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
El Roble
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
4.0 out of 5, Very good, 1,132 reviews
The price is CA $282
CA $318 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Mini golf
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barceló Tambor

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Barcelo Tambor Beach

Barceló Tambor All-inclusive property Paquera

Tambor Beach Barcelo

Barcelo Hotel Puntarenas

Barcelo Hotel Tambor Beach

Barcelo Tambor Beach Costa Rica

Barcelo Tambor Beach Hotel Tambor

Barcelo Tambor Costa Rica

Hotel Barcelo Playa Tambor

Barceló Tambor Resort

Barceló Tambor Paquera

Frequently asked questions

How close is Barceló Tambor to the airport?

Barceló Tambor is 1.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Tambor (TMU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Barceló Tambor?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barceló Tambor on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $229, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Barceló Tambor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Barceló Tambor.

How close is Barceló Tambor to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Barceló Tambor offer free breakfast?

Barceló Tambor does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Barceló Tambor?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Barceló Tambor?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Barceló Tambor?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Barceló Tambor have a pool?

Barceló Tambor features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Barceló Tambor have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Barceló Tambor have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, aromatherapy, and facials.

How close is Barceló Tambor to downtown Paquera?

Barceló Tambor is 1.1 mi away from Tambor.

Barceló Tambor Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 573 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 573 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 573 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 573 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 573 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, stuff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Best location. Good value.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I will start by saying the 3 star rating is for the long waits for food and overcrowded pools The property is very beautiful and is right on the beach If you have 3 or 4 kids under 10 and want to let them run wild then this is your place If your going as a couple then choose any other hotel I would not stay here again We are frequent travelers to Costa Rica
Hour waits for food every time, every meal Then a free for all to try and get food
Queen beds pushed together We just pushed them apart so we could get on and out of bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The amenities were great and the pools were very good. The vibe/ambiance was very inviting. Our room was a nice size and the maid was excellent. We took advantage of the plentiful tables and chairs in the common areas. We were disappointed more key staff couldn’t understand English ( at reception and in dining rooms). Also felt more care could have been taken in mixing drinks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

OLEKSANDR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location, maybe slightly outdated but we liked tropical style of the hotel. The hotel is oriented mainly for Spanish speaking people.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jillyn Kay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very understaffed long line for food or drinks, rooms out of date, intermittent WiFi, intermittent hot water in the shower, rodent feces on lounge chairs and tables around the pool each morning.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good staff. Out dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Drake

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to ask to get towels delivered to the room after they took them and didn’t bring any back. The swimming pool is closed earlier than expected. Didn’t restock the amenities in the room. The food was OK but worse than what I was expecting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lillian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, friendly people
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was amazing for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marc Rosny

Food quality was not the best, rooms are outdated but they service them every day. I did enjoy my stay there with my family. People are great over there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt so safe! Fully secure front gate, great view, comfy rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
exellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Had a great time

Amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great for the location, but old facilities

The location of the hotel is absolutely amazing, along the Tambor bay. However, the rooms were very old and the buffet quality average.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Grazyna B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In my opinion, the food should be a little bit better, and at the bar, too many people wait to get something to drink.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a quiet vacation. Great staff who are very friendly and accommodating non Spanish speaking clients.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed Tambor Varcello so myst we stayed 3 mmextea bughts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Xochitl

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entertainment needs to improve. The beach area is not sand. It takes 3.5 hours to get to hotel from Liberia airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025