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Surf Ranch Tamarindo

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Reception
Restaurant
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
Property grounds

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$101
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June

Explore the area

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Main Strip, between Sprout Restaurant, and Economy Rent A Car., Tamarindo
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪101 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Queen Bed Room #1 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Twin Bed Room #2 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Twin Bed Room #3 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Queen Bed Room #4 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Queen Bed Room #5 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Queen Bed Room #6 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Family Room #7 For 4 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Suite #8 For 4 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Suite #9 For 4 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 in-room free WiFi, balconies and Smart TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a garden, a picnic area and express check-in. Each morning free self-service 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 21.3 km (13.2 mi) from Flamingo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Langosta - 11 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 38 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Conchal Beach - 42 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Surf Ranch Tamarindo

Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Surf Ranch Tamarindo.

This 3-star Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • 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
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. 42-inch 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. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2025.

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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

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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Minibar

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
Express check-in available
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, 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 within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), 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 4)
  • 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
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. 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 2-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 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf Ranch Tamarindo on 1 Jun 2026 start from NZ$101, 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 Surf Ranch Tamarindo serve breakfast?

Yeah, free self-service 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.

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

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 114 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

martin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a huge disappointment. There was a strong sewage smell throughout the property, the place felt dirty, and we found a large cockroach in our room. On the sidewalk next to the hotel, there is a broken grill; someone actually fell into it. We reported this to management, but nothing was done. They simply don’t seem to care. There is rarely anyone present on site, communication is slow and often impolite, and overall management is very poor. Breakfast is extremely basic and underwhelming — one egg only — which is unacceptable for the price charged. This place is vastly overpriced. At most, it should cost around $50 per night. There are much better options nearby, such as Marielos or even the cabins located behind it. I strongly recommend staying elsewhere. Tamarindo has many better places — this is not one of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

SEAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very courteous, the place was really clean. Only improvement, the front door key to the building went missing, they should include the front door key with every unit. Lastly, the wifi went down the last two days, with no assitance of putting it back on
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place scammed me! I initially booked a room with two twin beds, but had to change to two queen beds. The property agreed and accepted additional payment for a room with two queen beds. When I arrived the building was dirty. There was a strong stench of sewage throughout the property. To my surprise my room had two twin beds. Management was called and they informed us that the hotel was full and they could not fix their error. The company is refusing to return my money because they have a ‘100% no refund policy’. This company did not deliver services promised. Do not go here!!!!!! They are stating that they refunded me because they over charged me for my upgrade. So technically they refunded me for what they over charged me. Surf ranch claim the room with their beds and queen beds is the same price which is a lie. Master scammers.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

lara silvia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
bad room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Guylaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast is traditional Costa Rican..near the beach which was nice. Rooms are without office and you may have to wait for a code.. we were lucky to have help from some regular guests that were familiar with the process. Door was hard to open and rooms are very small. Wifi dont work in the rooms just in the common area. A step up from a hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Clinton

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were neglected, didnt recieve check in email, A/C remote was missing, breakfast was bad, the room smelled horribly. The hotel's location was its only redeeming feature.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachid

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not very good the breakfast was really bad
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pete

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so bad when we arrived just after midnight I had to spend the next 2 hours dealing with Expedia trying to get someone to fix our room. One of the beds had blood stains and other stains on the sheets. There was black mold coming from around the ceiling light and the shower tile was all busted up in the shower. There was no baseboard and there were huge cracks between the wall and floor. There was a cockroach in the room and it smelled like mold. I sent a message via WhatsApp to person overseeing the property and they responded way late. There was supposed to be an included breakfast in the mornings so I walked down to talk with that person to try and resolve the issue. No one was there. I recontacted Expedia and they were not able to get a hold of anyone from the property. Luckily I was able to book somewhere right in that area that was much better for me and my family. Stay away. This place has lots of potential but looks like the owners have let it turn into an absolute dump.
Black mold from ceiling
Blood stains on sheets
More stains
Broken tiles in shower
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Razvan, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooom was ok, fridge no tv. Staff was ok. Communication before checkin was poor. Many guests did not receive room and door codes before arriving. After you manage to get in your room things are ok. Breakfast is the same every morning.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARCOS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surf Ranch Tamarindo was an amazing experience. The attention from the ladies who take care of the cleaning and breakfast is truly unique — their dedication and willingness to help with anything you need is surprising in the best way, something you don’t see very often. The manager was also very kind, and the explanation of the check-in process was clear and perfect. Breakfast time is so friendly and cozy that it feels less like a hotel and more like staying in a family home. The location is perfect, right in front of the ocean. Tamarindo is already beautiful, but this place makes it even more special.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Terrapin Lina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay overall! While it isn’t necessarily oceanfront, it’s across the street from the beach! Very convenient location at the beginning of the strip in Tamarindo. It’s a laidback simple living type of vibe and the breakfast is great and filling. Be sure to read the “check in” email because otherwise it will be confusing as it is a self check in system but there are also people at the hotel who will gladly help you out if you have any questions! I like that it’s not smack in the middle of everything because weekends especially get louder and busy so we aren’t merged into all that but it is surrounded by shops hotels restaurants markets etc… it’s a short 9 min walk to the main hub of beachfront restaurants and gift shops of tamarindo beach so very easy to get around and learn the streets. The staff are sweet and I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mike, Evergreen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

francois

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This place is what it is - a cheap convenient place in Tamarindo right across from the Beach. I had to last minute book this place because my plans changed. Got to my room and the water pressure was 1/10 and not hot. I sat in the room for about an hour to cool off from the day and tried the shower again and still nothing. The room itself is basic, one bedsheet had a big stain. I ended up just leaving and not staying there. I decided I would rather drive back to Liberia and get a real hotel room before my flight the next day than stay here. What's good about this place? The location is good, the common areas inside seemed pretty good - seemed quiet. Overall a very 5/10 place. I was there during the peak of rainy season and the "off season" so maybe quality and service is better when it's much busier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Philipp

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unterkunft, mehr nicht

Wer ein günstiges Hotel sucht einfach nur zum übernachten der ist hier richtig. Abgesehen von der Kakalake ist es sauber aber alt und verkommen. Vom Preis her war auch nicht mehr zu erwarten.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Elliot

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanner l

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nai

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a great place to stay close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the room for a week, and made other arrangements after 2 nights, without even asking about a refund as it was listed as non-refundable for any reason and there was no reason to think they would be understanding about anything. Tried to fully explain here but only allowed so many characters in this review. In conclusion, do yourself a favor and find much better accommodations nearby for similar rates.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very hard to get into the hotel. If other visitors that were staying on the hotel didn’t help me, I could easily sleep on my car the first night. The other visitors gave me the number of the administration and by WhatsApp I received the check in instructions. I didn’t receive any mail with the passwords of the self check in. Also the amount of breakfast was too little, and with only one egg.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Make sure you have your check-in code before you arrive. The rooms are new, clean, and safe. Staff are all gone by 3pm every day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025