What We Love

  • With scuba and surfing, there's plenty of outdoor activities. Plus, the spa offers the perfect addition after a day on the beach.
  • Enjoy spa treatments during the day, including full-body and beauty salon treatments.
  • Try your hand, or your foot, at one of the beach soccer fields; grab a bow for a little friendly archery action or test your flexibility with the gymnastics and aerobics activities.

Things to Know

  • This area is well-known for its excellent scuba and snorkeling spots.
  • The resort is only 15 minutes away from Tamarindo Airport 
  • If you're visiting between October and February, you might witness the nesting of the leatherback turtles at the nearby national park.

Resort Details

Dining
Enjoy buffet-style and a la carte dining experiences with delicious cuisines.
OnSite Dining
  • Kyoto - Japanese restaurant
    Japanese Restaurant
  • La Tortuga
    Lobby Bar
  • Langosta
    Main restaurant buffet style
  • Las Baulas
    Snack Bar
  • Oceano
    A-la-carte Restaurant/ 2 dinners per week.
Room service, an exercise gym, daily housekeeping and more amenities are available.
On-Site Amenities
  • Car Rental Services†
  • Exercise gym
  • Golf†
  • Hairdresser/barber†
  • Laundry/Valet service†
  • Massage services†
  • Medical Facilities Service†
  • Spa†
  • Travel agency†
  • Water sports†
  • Car Rental Services†
  • Exercise gym
  • Golf†
  • Hairdresser/barber†
  • Laundry/Valet service†
  • Massage services†
  • Medical Facilities Service†
  • Spa†
  • Travel agency†
  • Water sports†
  • Wireless internet connection in public areas†
Off-Site Amenities
  • Conference Suite†
  • Convention Centre†
  • Meeting Facilities†
On-Site Wedding Services
  • Wedding Package

    Some of the services included in the package:

    - Wedding reception and decoration
    - 30 minutes massage for the couple, with reservation.
    - Private wedding reception in a-la-carte restaurant (maximum 40 people).
    - Special menu for the couple in the Océano a-la-carte restaurant.
    - Wedding cake.

    Wedding Planner:
    tamarindo.dir-asis@occidentalhotels.com
    tamarindo.comercial@occidentalhotels.com

    REQUIREMENTS
    - Copy of Marital Status Certificate - Copy of passports or valid ID
    of the bride and groom.
    - Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance.

† Fees may apply

Guests can enjoy nearby golf, direct access to the beach, bike rentals, children's programs and more.
On-Site Recreation
  • Bike rental †
  • Children's pool
    There is 1 children's pool on-site.
  • Children's program, onsite
  • Direct access to a beach
  • Fishing †
  • Fitness center on-site †
  • General †
    -Giant chess
    -Amphitheatre
    -Live music
    -Dance lessons
    -Aerobics
    -Nightly activities and show
    -karaoke in giant screen
    -Disco bar waves
  • Hot tub
    1 outdoor hot tub is available. 
  • Kayaking †
  • Motorized Water Sports †
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports †
    -Banana Boat
    -catamaran
  • Pool
    There is 1 pool onsite.
  • Scuba diving †
  • Surfing †
  • Tennis court †
    There is 1 tennis court onsite. There are no lit tennis courts onsite.
  • Volleyball †
    Beach Volleyball
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf †
    A golf course is located within 10 miles of the property.
On-Site Attraction
  • On-site Entertainment
    Night show and dance area

† Fees may apply

Guest Reviews from CheapCaribbean Customers

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 5541 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 3.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Disappointed in the quality. Definitely not a four or five star as stated. Don't be fooled by the photos.

    The rooms leave a lot of room for improvement. The AC was struggling and our rooms never went below 75 degrees. We ordered a superior room online but when we arrived we were the absolute furthest from the pool and activity area and on the fourth floor. We had to upgrade at an additional $75 per day to get closer and there was no desire to work out the problem with the sub standard quality. This is not a four or five star hotel. Maybe a three. We know this because we went to two other hotels to visit and they were much nicer and cheaper. If going to Tamarindo look at the Daria hotel or the langosta for a better choice.

    Jul 14, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Kyoto restaurant

    Very good service at the Kyoto restaurant from Tatiana and Moises. Our daugther has food allergie and they were very helpful. The food was excellent. We didn't regret our experience and recommand this restaurant to everyone. Thank you for this experience

    Jul 13, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    A place worth coming back to

    I felt so well cared for — the attention was excellent, the food was delicious. I truly want and need to come back to this hotel!”

    Jul 11, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Very very unhappy

    The rooms were terrible so old bathroom door. The whole property needs improvement. Food was terrible. For vegetarian not much choice. We didn’t have a good experience in your Italian restaurant even though we booked it we had to sit outside where there was no privacy. staff were very rude .

    Jul 08, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Unforgettable Family Getaway at Occidental Tamarindo

    I had an amazing experience at the Occidental Tamarindo with my family. From the moment we arrived, we felt very welcomed by the friendly and attentive staff. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and offered a beautiful view of the ocean, which made every morning feel extra special. We truly enjoyed the pool area and the easy access to Langosta Beach, where we got to watch some stunning sunsets. The food was great, especially the buffet, which had plenty of options for everyone. The nightly shows and daily activities kept the whole family entertained. It’s definitely a place I would recommend for a relaxing and fun family getaway. It was a trip we’ll never forget.

    Jul 08, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • Advisory*Important Information for Our Guest* As of April 2012, the destination of Costa Rica has gone non-smoking in all public buildings and areas. All hotel rooms are also non-smoking.
  • Advisory*Important Note* Costa Rica will impose some restrictions for Holy Week. Alcohol is not permitted to be sold or consumed. This ban on alcohol starts the Thursday prior to Easter and runs through Easter Sunday. A few hotels purchase special permits to serve alcohol, but generally it is not available. In addition, most restaurants, shops, and bars will be closed for the same time period. Restaurants in the hotels will be operating. The City Tour will not be operating.
General Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds. 


    Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.


    Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.


    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.


    General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.  Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.  Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

  • Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed

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