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Refugio Lodge

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach

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Relax in a serene space with a wooden deck, pendant lights, and lush greenery.
Two single beds with white bedding, a nightstand, and a chair in a clean, minimalist room with a sloped ceiling.
Cozy dining area with a warm ambiance, featuring a large pendant light, wicker furniture, and patterned tiles.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees, with comfortable seating and ambient lighting.
Welcome to La Oveja, where guests can check in and enjoy a warm atmosphere.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Central, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (4)

Room (4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room (2)

Room (2)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room (6)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room (1)

Room (1)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room (3)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the area

Tamarindo

At Refugio Lodge you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Tamarindo Beach and within 30 minutes of Playa Langosta. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast (local cuisine). .The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this 4-property class Tamarindo B&B, you'll be 16.2 km (10.1 mi) from Las Baulas National Marine Park and 16.9 km (10.5 mi) from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Grande Beach - 31 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 31 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wild Panda - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Refugio Lodge

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Refugio Lodge.

This 4-star Tamarindo bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Refugio Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and blackout curtains. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Tamarindo bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Refugio Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

La Oveja Surf House
surf house

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Refugio Lodge?

Yep, Refugio Lodge is a short 4-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Refugio Lodge?

As of 3 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Refugio Lodge on 7 Aug 2025 start from AU$109.98, including 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 Refugio Lodge have a pool?

Refugio Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Refugio Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Refugio Lodge.

Does Refugio Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free local cuisine brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Refugio Lodge?

No, Refugio Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Refugio Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Refugio Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Refugio Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Refugio Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 124 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is in a very walkable area and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend to anybody visiting Tamarindo. The atmosphere, especially at nighttime was great. We enjoyed the bar and live music.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
this was our first time visiting costa rica (tamarindo specifically) and we chose to stay at refugio lodge for its convenient location and short walk to the beach. the daily breakfast and sunset bonfire tour with Johan (cafe barista) were some our trip highlights. all of the staff were super friendly and nice which made it feel like home! the noise level was a bit more than what we read from other reviews; we were hoping to have some quieter nights after the weekend. overall it was a good stay and the noise at night did not ruin our experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

aaron

Liked: Staff & service

Great location in Tamarindo

This hotel is in a great location. The hotel features a bar, restaurant, and coffee bar where they roast the coffee beans in house. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food and drinks were excellent. We were within walking distance of the Tamarindo night life, shops, and beach. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Refugio Lodge exceeded all of our expectations, with Augustin and the staff making us feel at home. The hotel was beautiful with clean and spacious rooms. The attached cafe (with free breakfast included) was amazing and i still think about the banana pancakes and coffee. The location was unbeatable being in the heart of Tamarindo, next to the farmers market, walking distance to all the restaurants, and being less than a 5 minutes walk from the beach. The staff helped ensure our trip was memorable with helping coordinate private transportation to and from the Liberia airport and helping schedule excursions to the waterfalls/etc. We are already planning our next trip back and we will be staying here again !!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location of this property puts you right in the middle of the action of the vibrant party surf town. Walk to all nightlife, beach, shopping and dining is very convenient! Live music and dancing nearby and on the property. Don't expect quiet going to sleep - embrace the experience. The staff, included breakfast and coffee were AMAZING! Friendly, helpful, excellent local suggestions for food and activity. Thank you for a wonderful stay! Pura Vida
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miloslava

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first ever trip to Costa Rica. I made sure I prepared by reading reviews, especially on the accommodations. Refugio lodge was spot on as far as my expectations went. Augustin, our host, was incredibly kind, informative, very down to earth and engaged. My son and I felt like Refugio was our home away from home. Same staff you get to know. Pets that just add to the feeling of home. The caffe menu offered delicious options even for my sensitive gut and the coffee was so good that I never even had coffee anywhere else. My son is 13 and we like to try and see new things. One evening, we got stranded on the wrong side of the ocean inlet. No boat to take us back after sunset and all we had was my phone and $40. I reached out to Augustin and we stayed in constant communication until we were back “home”. He made us feel safe, hopeful and not alone. This is not something he had to do but that’s just what you get at Refugio. It’s a family. If anyone is looking for more of a local experience, not the resort kind that could feel isolated, you need to try Refugio. Having read previous reviews and having heard all the disclaimers from Augustin himself, the town center night life was not an issue. Even though we were not participating in the night fun, after daily activities, when truly tired, we were able to get the sleep we needed. It’s a vacation spot after all and everyone needs to be having their kind of fun;) To us, great service and kind friendly people matter the most.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erika Scarlin Garcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well I don't know where to start about Refugio, I can't recommend this place enough! The entire place was awesome from the moment we walked in. The facility was fun, cozy, welcoming, clean, safe and well maintained. Our room was clean, ready and had just the accommodations we needed. If you couldn't find it from pictures The front portion of Refugio is a restaurant and bar, then a coffee shop, and then in the back is a nice private area for the hotel. The real magic about this place though was the staff. We were first greeted by Pablo who was upbeat, very welcoming, and clearly showed it was his mission to accommodate our every need. The entire staff was friendly, not just to us and other guests but to each other. staying there felt like hanging out with a bunch of good friends. They also went above and beyond as my wife and I had to leave to come home to the US at 04:00 in the morning so the owner Augustine had the chef set aside sandwiches for us in the morning so we could still enjoy that free breakfast on our last day. The security guard (who had been up all night) greeted us with a friendly face in the morning and gave us our sandwiches and juice and even helped load our luggage. If you're trying to decide where to stay let me help easy your conscience, just stay here, you'll love it! One thing to note is there is a club close by so you can often hear the music late into the night but it isn't too loud. Also no room refrigerators but the staff have some available to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for five nights and absolutely loved it. It’s in the center of town with everything right by. The room was perfect and the hotel itself was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Renee, Redmond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Refugio are absolutely amazing ! Pablo, Luna, Nico ,Augustine and the rest go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and appreciated! The location is right in the middle of everything , shopping , dining, minutes from the beach, evening markets , etc . Overall great experience, their coffee is amazing , all food is fresh and handcrafted with love . Live music several days a week . Love Refugio Lodge
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Vaughan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at Refugio Lodge in Tamarindo! The rooms were nice, clean, and well-maintained, making for a comfortable stay. The location is fantastic—right in the heart of Tamarindo and just a short walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops. The staff was wonderful, especially Agustin, who was incredibly helpful and communicative. He was always quick to answer questions, provided great recommendations, and helped us arrange tours. The guys in the cafe and the bar staff were all very kind and friendly. The included breakfast was delicious, a great way to start the day. The attached bar/restaurant was a fun bonus, with live music most nights that added to the lively atmosphere. The only downside is that because of its central location, it can be a bit noisy at night from a nearby nightclub (you can’t hear the live music from the bar in the rooms). We were warned of this in advance and Agustin had offered us earplugs as well. It didn’t bother us at all, but if you are sensitive to noise, it may not be the ideal place for you. However, if you’re looking to be in the middle of the action, this is a great spot. Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting a convenient and vibrant place to stay in Tamarindo!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Marie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot say enough positive things about my recent stay at Refugio Lodge. It was a perfect vacation in best location staying at the most hospitable and lovely place. Prior to my stay Agustín was extremely quick to respond to our dozens of questions about Costa Rica and made tons of recommendations and suggestions. Firstly, Refugio is in the PERFECT location in the heart of Tamarindo. Beach 5 min walk away, amazing restaurants, great bars and a supermarket across the street. Refugio itself was great. Large room and the restaurant/bar attached to the hotel was my favourite part. Delicious breakfast and coffee- I looked forward to it every day! And each night there was awesome live music or a dj where it was always happening and lively. I never stayed at a hotel before that had a better lounge or restaurant. Also everyone who worked there was funny and friendly! Such a breath of fresh air. I will say that it’s noisy at night, while you are in the heart of Tamarindo near nightclubs and bars, but if you have a couple of glasses of wine and on the beach all day or on an excursion, you’ll still sleep like a baby! I would definitely return. In fact, there is no other place. I would stay in Tamarindo . highly recommend staying here! You won’t regret it if you are fun and appreciative wonderful customer service and great food. Ps. Try the Caipirinha’s at the Refugio Bar… to die for!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azul

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
we are so happy we found this spot! The staff was so friendly and welcoming. They provided a list of recommendations for food and things to do, which was nice since it can be overwhelming with all the options. The breakfast was tasty and the burgers were delicious! There is live music some nights at the bar and the staff makes you feel like family. We liked it so much we came back to finish our last night in Costa Rica :) only downside is it can be loud as Tamarindo is becoming more of a party town but they provide earplugs which help! def recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay recently at Refugio Lodge. The rooms were very clean and had comfortable beds with A/C in the room. Outside the room we were able to enjoy the nice lounge area with pool. With it being a smaller hotel you weren’t having to share the pool with a lot of people like you would see at many other hotels. In most times it was almost like your own private pool. This was definitely a highlight. The breakfast every morning was amazing! I would say best coffee and breakfast food in town! It is very centrally located and you can easily walk to the beach, shopping and the many restaurants in town. It is noisy at night with the surrounding bars and restaurant but nothing ear plugs didn’t take care of. The central location more than made up for the noise. The highlight was the guest experience from the staff. All of the staff at the cafe and bar were very friendly and helpful. Agustín was especially helpful with checking us in and out and was always available to help with planning things to do in town and was a great help to be able to navigate the town and find the best activities and events to fill our time! We would stay here again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta, los gatos

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
In the heart of Tamarindo, which means lots of options for food and entertainment. It also means lots of noise from surrounding businesses. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. There is room for improvement for the facility but I can see that they are working on this improvements
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying in Tamarindo, and Agustín made sure that our trip was perfect. We will definitely be back to stay at Refugio Lodge. Agustín goes above and beyond to help arrange everything you need during your stay - from transportation, to outings like surfing and crocodile tours. He also made a point to tell us about good spots to visit, and interesting things happening nearby, such as the night market that is just down the street on Thursdays. Refugio Lodge is small - just six rooms - so you often have the pool to yourself, and you get personal attention from staff that would not be possible at a bigger place. Your stay includes a fantastic breakfast and some of the best coffee in the area every morning. The beds were comfortable and the courtyard is beautiful. The location is close to everything -- grocery stores, banks, great food, the beach, shopping, it's all right there. Keep in mind that the trade off for a great location is that you are in the center of town, and Tamarindo knows how to party, so you will be surrounded by restaurants and bars playing loud live music at night, especially on Fridays and Saturdays. Refugio warned us about the noise when we booked, so we brought earplugs and didn't have any trouble going to sleep. It was also nice and quiet by 2am. But it is important to book with realistic expectations about the area. Thank you Refugio Lodge for hosting us, we couldn't have imagined a better stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jodie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent staff and location...

Agustin and staff were very friendly and very helpful. Central location but was noisey...however we were warned and the complimentary ear plugs were much appreciated! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

pritesh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Located in a prime spot, this place was clean, convenient with amazing staff. Augustin was very prompt with his communication and took great care of all o our needs! His staff is very helpful and the nearby bar is excellent for a night cap. Breakfast and on site cafe is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Divine accommodations in the center of Tamarindo!

Wonderful place in the center of town. Perfect location, and the staff was fantastic, super friendly and warm. The breakfast was amazing, and the coffee too. Totally recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would Refugio Lodge to anyone and everyone traveling to Tamarindo. ALL of the staff were so amazing and beyond accommodating. A special shout out to the youngest staff member, Pablo! He, along with everyone else there made us really feel like family throughout our stay!! The breakfast from the cafe (which was included with our stay) was delicious and I don’t drink coffee but my mom and sister couldn’t stop raving about their coffee (the roast is directly in house). The food from the restaurant was also soooo delicious. The location of the lodge is perfect, walking distance to the beach and all the shops, restaurants and bars that tamarindo has to offer. Before checking in they had provided us with information on popular tours, a map of recommended spots in tamarindo and tips to save $$ while in the area. We will definitely be back and thank you so much for making our stay absolutely wonderful! They truly go above and beyond for their guests <3

10/10 Excellent

Horatiu

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Refugio Lodge was perfect! It’s within walking distance to the beach, offers delicious food (the breakfast options are amazing), and has a great swimming pool. For anyone visiting Tamarindo, I highly recommend it. Agustin is extremely thorough with communication. The staff working are also very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely staff at Refugio Lodge, all the staff I met was friendly and welcoming. Pool was nice and refreshing after a day of being out. Refugio is ideally located in the heart of Tama so location was perfect for both beach and nightlife. Breakfast being included was great as this town could be as expensive as NY price-wise, yes New York. Agustin was helpful and always easy to reach via WhatsApp. Thank you to everyone at Refugio for making my stay great.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025