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

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 5705 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Would not recommend

    I found there was very little variety in the food. The service in the buffet was very minimal. I realize that a buffet is self-serve, but I wouldn’t expect to have to set the table myself.

    Nov 30, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Good value, amazing baech

    The most amazing beach and sunsets! That really makes the resort which is average although good value. We enjoyed the Italian restaurant and walking the beach to explore nearby Tamarindo. Clean room and friendly staff.

    Nov 30, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 2.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great staff but amenities and food were blah

    I want to first say that I had a great time on my vacation but there were some things that I would have preferred to be of better service since I specifically paid extra for all inclusive. First to start off the DRINKS WERE WATERED DOWN AND HORRIBLE. ALL TOP SHELF LIQUOR YOU HAD TO PAY FOR. WHAT WAS INCLUDED WAS NOT GOOD QUALITY ALCOHOL. Second the food was sub par....never hot, not a lot of choices, and most of the pork that was cooked was always overcooked and dry.

    Nov 27, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Friends getaway

    The Occidental is a smaller resort. It was Greg not having to wait in line for our meals. The service was great. 30-35 minute walk to downtown Tamarindo.

    Nov 26, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Bad

    One of the worst customer service, the only person who had a good friendly customer service was Adina and Vanessa Rooms are dirty, I ask for my clothes to be washed, I send them at 9:30 am 24 hours later and haven’t received them back.

    Nov 26, 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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