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Surf Ranch Tamarindo

3.0 star property
Comfortable bayside hotel, walk to Tamarindo Beach

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Property grounds
Courtyard
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
Restaurant
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Main Strip, between Sprout Restaurant, and Economy Rent A Car., Tamarindo
  • Popular LocationTamarindo Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Langosta8 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrande Beach33 min drive
  • AirportLiberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)77 min drive

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Tamarindo

Surf Ranch Tamarindo puts you in the heart of Tamarindo, steps from Tamarindo Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of WAYRA Institute of Spanish. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Tamarindo hotel, you'll be 21.1 km (13.1 mi) from Flamingo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 1 min walk
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive
  • Casino Diria - 12 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 30 min drive
  • Grande Beach - 33 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Nari - 5 min walk
  • Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - 7 min walk
  • Pico Bistro - 2 min walk
  • Medusa Bar - 7 min walk
  • Wild Panda - 8 min walk

About this property

Surf Ranch Tamarindo

Comfortable bayside hotel, walk to Tamarindo Beach
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Surf Ranch Tamarindo. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Surf Ranch Tamarindo was completed in January 2024.

This 3-star Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Surf Ranch Tamarindo offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Tamarindo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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

  • Free offsite parking within 6 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe 13

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

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 noon
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Surf Ranch Tamarindo

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Surf Ranch Tamarindo Hotel
Surf Ranch Tamarindo Hotel
Surf Ranch Tamarindo Tamarindo
Surf Ranch Tamarindo Hotel Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

Yep, Surf Ranch Tamarindo is a short 1-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and body boarding.

How much does it cost to stay at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

As of 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf Ranch Tamarindo on 24 May 2024 start from AU$141.41, 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.

What makes Surf Ranch Tamarindo a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Surf Ranch Tamarindo.

Does Surf Ranch Tamarindo serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

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

Are pets allowed at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Surf Ranch Tamarindo Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 54 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

KRISTINA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Did not have T.V. per representation when I booked. Chair at desk was broken and couldn't use. Baseboard rotting out, shower head blew off, curtain to shower 2" too short; floors slick as snot and no towel to lay on floor. No working t.v. and kept being told "a few hours, tomorrow, etc.' Signed in on sheet in spanish with policy; english was available and placed in room after check in stating one rule 'no refunds, for any reason'. I'd never sign something like that. Any reasons??
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Zackery

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Palina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall we had a positive experience staying at Surf ranch. The hotel is located in a great spot and is close to the beach and all the shops and restaurants. The breakfast was decent and the room was clean. What we were not happy about was the very slow WiFi and how dark our room was. We were located at the first floor and people were hanging out outside of our room till late and we could literally hear everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbra

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

alain

Business traveller
I had NO running water at the shower at anytime! Had to wash my teeth at the outside shower due to lack of water! Tv remote not working no batteries in it
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great little place to stay for the price. They have ac in the rooms and shampoo/ conditioner. Across the street from the beach and food options everywhere. Walking distance to shops, food, excursions, ect. The staff is very nice. The only issue for me was the doors and thin walls. Even when you tried to close the door softly, the Latches are metal and loud. There was a night that next door had a party until 4am. When people came back to their rooms...it was like door slam city. I was so disruptive at 4am when i was kept up all night from the party. Then i had to listen to all the drunk people stumbling around up stairs and slamming doors. I guess if you are there to party it's fine...but I was on relax vacay and it wasnt good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Steps too Tamarindo beach
The hotel is extremely basic, very low water pressure, hard too shower but did the job, rooms are very very basic, no micro wave or coffee maker but fresh coffee is available from 8am-10am an they have a small fridge in the room The best part of this hotel was cost 70$ per nite and when you walk out you only have to cross the street and you’re on the beach. Staff are very friendly and helpful when available… But be aware that staff are not always available and are gone by 2-3pm an sometimes even earlier, and you must make sure to contact hotel by email days before arrival to know how to get into room for check in when staff have left
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Alice

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Job

Travelled with group
There's nobody at the front desk at all.. and i never got an email on how to hlget in the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023