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El-Sabanero Eco Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Poolside bar
Reception
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Grand Cabin, Valley View

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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152 Caña Fistula a Pinilla, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Casino Diria
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, GuanaKart
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Stallion Eco Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪89 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Cabin, Valley View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Valley view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Cabin, Valley View

Grand Cabin, Valley View

  • Valley view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Tamarindo

In Tamarindo .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Casino Diria and 6 miles (10 km) of Black Stallion Eco Park with a stay here. GuanaKart and Tamarindo Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Casino Diria - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • GuanaKart - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Black Stallion Eco Park - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Tamarindo Church - 15 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 20 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rural - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪El Moro - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Floresta - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Soda Los Zetas - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tamarindo Coffee Roasters - ‬13 min drive

About this property

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
El-Sabanero Eco Lodge offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Cooking classes
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 14 accessible parking spaces
  • Low-height bed
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50 and a deposit of USD 200 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 200 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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 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, debit cards, and cash
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 Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Hotel
El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Canafistula
El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Hotel Canafistula

Frequently asked questions

How close is El-Sabanero Eco Lodge to the airport?

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge is 6.1 mi (15-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge on May 21, 2026 start from CA $117, 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 El-Sabanero Eco Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge.

How close is El-Sabanero Eco Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 7.2 mi (17-min drive) from Tamarindo Beach and 14.7 mi (46-min drive) from Conchal Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El-Sabanero Eco Lodge offer free breakfast?

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Diria (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does El-Sabanero Eco Lodge have a pool?

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does El-Sabanero Eco Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does El-Sabanero Eco Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis, body treatments, and massages.

How close is El-Sabanero Eco Lodge to downtown Tamarindo?

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge is 1.1 mi away from Canafistula.

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Francisco

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay at El Sabanero Eco- Lodge was incredible. I stayed there with one of my close friends in a single bed suite. The room was clean and the air conditioning worked well. It was amazing the ways that the lodge works to be eco-friendly while still offering a comfortable experience. There was a water station for hot and cold water to fill your water. The wifi does not connect in the cabins however it was incredible to disconnect and the wifi in the main lobby worked well. The road where the lodge is sometimes has mild traffic but nothing too crazy. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, including the friendly dogs that roamed the property. The scenery was breathtaking and the lodge was always clean. Every morning you would be asked if you wanted breakfast and how you would like your eggs. It was plated beautifully and the food was delicious. The pool was beautiful and with the cabins being so far apart it was quiet which was incredible. There were never too many people around which made the stay enjoyable. I have no complaints about this lodge and I will recommend this lodge to everyone I know! Thank you to the lodge for offering such an incredible experience and first visit to Costa Rica!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Radka

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very quiet place I was looking for, nice pool, good breakfast. It is a low key place but nice is you looking for a rest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff at this hotel are amazing and go above and beyond! The cabins are so cozy and the grounds and pool are beautiful. We loved hanging out w the resident dogs. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Rolf

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a complete different lodge compared to the description. A joke in my eyes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

anas

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MANGO JOAKIM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were great ! The location is conveniently 15-20 mins to Tamarindo, which can save you a lot on the cost of staying in tamarindo. You can also arrange shuttle with them from the airport which is only about an hour away. The host is SUPER responsive through WhatsApp. You can also, pay through their payment system there and they will give you cash which is a great way to avoid looking for an ATM.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yousef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness
Buena ubicación y el desayuno estaba rico. Deben mejorar las habitaciones y limpieza en general.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Dagmar

Disliked: Amenities
Das Zimmer ist in die Jahre gekommen, und sollte nötigst überholt werden. Das Personal war zwar nicht unfreundlich, hat sich aber auch nicht überworfen…das wifi hat leider nur im Gemeinschaftsbereich funktioniert. Der Mitarbeiter wollte sich zwar drum kümmern, hat er aber leider nicht…
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente, el servicio estuvo perfecto! Súper atentos y la comida súper rica
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025