Tamarindo's beach and its market streets are close enough to reach on foot; behind a gate a short walk back, nine rooms sit around two pools in a garden kept trim year-round. Tamarindo Bay Hotel & Apartments works by self check-in — you let yourself in, and the front desk is there from 9:30 in the morning if you need it, not before. It takes no guests under eighteen. For two people who want to unpack once and not answer to anyone for the rest of the week.
Room to room the finish is teak: custom Durawood furniture, a hand-woven headboard, hardwood counters cut for the bathrooms. The Serenity Studio keeps its shower outdoors, under a rain head, walled off but open to the sky, and looks straight onto one of the two pools. Elsewhere a work desk sits under windows sized to take up most of a wall, and the AC runs on a quiet inverter so it does not compete with whatever is outside. Nine rooms only, apartments, studios and one villa built for two, so the two pools and the outdoor gym rarely fill. It is adults-only, and check-in is something you do yourself, at whatever hour your flight lands.
Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel sets a minimum age of 18 in its own house rules, written at tamarindobayhotel.com, and read there on 11 August 2026. A house whose rule drops below eighteen, or stops naming an age, is taken off HUSH — how every house is checked.
Two custom-designed pools sit at the heart of the property, ringed by thatch-covered pergolas and cushioned loungers. One draws the sun through the middle of the day; the other keeps a shadier, more secluded feel. Between them an outdoor fitness area and shaded lounge spaces give the gardens the rhythm of a small private club rather than a busy resort.
The apartments and studios are self-contained: a kitchenette or full kitchen, a dining space for two and a living corner that opens through sliding glass to a planted patio. Teak headboards and benches, orchids and soft grey linens keep the rooms uncluttered and calm, and every one has its own outdoor seat for morning coffee among the greenery.
Boat trips (off-site)Cycling (off-site)Fishing (off-site)Hiking (off-site)Horse riding (off-site)Kayak or canoe (off-site)Surfing (off-site)
3 nights · 2026-09-23 → 2026-09-26 · 2 adults
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This property is a hidden little gem. It’s close to city centre and to the beach, yet far enough to feel like you are in your own peaceful haven. The room is very well set up and overlooks the pool area. It was so...
el hotel muy lindo y la atención excelente. El desayuno muy sabroso y completo
Everything is immaculate. Wonderful, friendly, helpful staff. Close to everything. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful. Excellent breakfast with great coffee served on a serene rooftop terrace with a gentle...
Beautiful, unique property. Very quiet and serene. Beautifully decorated. The breakfast every morning was very filling and delicious. Very friendly employees and owners. They gave us great recommendations for...
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Immerse yourself in the beauty of Tamarindo at Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel - Adults only.
Relaxing Outdoor Pool and Terrace
Take a dip in the refreshing outdoor pool, soak up the sun on the terrace, and unwind in the peaceful garden for a perfect relaxation experience.
Convenient Amenities and Services
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, helpful concierge services, and the convenience of a picnic area. Benefit from multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box for a hassle-free stay.
Luxurious Accommodations with Modern Touches
Indulge in a cozy room with an LED television, pillowtop bed, and premium bedding. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi, and pamper yourself in the stylish bathroom with a rainfall showerhead and complimentary toiletries.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Tamarindo at Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel - Adults only. Book now for a relaxing getaway near the beach.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. All guests must show a valid passport at check-in. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
A deposit may be required at the property.
The house lists these as things to do from here. Where a line is marked off-site it is not on the property — a dive site, a trail, a stable. That mark is ours, not theirs.
Ground floor and ADA-compliant, this studio trades a fourth wall for an outdoor shower under an oversized rain head, open to the sky. Ask for it if stairs are a problem, or if you just want to wake to a pool view instead of a window.
Every apartment carries a kitchenette, and the villa has a full kitchen with an oven and a dishwasher — useful since the front desk keeps to 9:30 to 5:30, Sunday through Friday, and dinner outside those hours is on you to plan or arrange in advance through the concierge.
Through the gate, it's a walk, not a drive, to Tamarindo Beach and the town's restaurants and shops; a morning surf lesson or a boat tour, both arranged through the house's concierge, ends with that same walk back to a chair by one of the two pools.
Ziplining, kayaking, horse riding and fishing are all listed as nearby, and the house's concierge service, in person or online, is there to arrange them, so the planning happens before you land, not after.
Answered from what the house itself publishes.
Yes. Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel, a boutique stay in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, sets a minimum age of 18 in its own house rules, so every guest on site is 18 or older. We last read the rule on 11 August 2026.
No. The minimum age at Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel is 18, and it is the house's own rule rather than a preference — anyone younger cannot book or stay. This page quotes where the rule is written.
Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel is a boutique stay in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Its own site is https://tamarindobayhotel.com/.
Check-in at Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel is from 03 PM and check-out is by 11 AM, as the house lists them.
No — Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel lists itself as not accepting pets. Ask the house before you book if it matters to your trip.
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