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Surf Ranch Tamarindo

3.0 star property
City-center hotel within walking distance of Tamarindo Beach

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Unwind at Surf Ranch Tamarindo, a rejuvenated hotel near Tamarindo Beach. Enjoy continental breakfast, explore the garden, and take in the views from the terrace. With free in-room WiFi and concierge services to plan your day trips, you'll also appreciate express check-out and luggage storage.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $57
$65 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Bed Room #1 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Bed Room #2 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Bed Room #3 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2

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Queen Bed Room #4 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2

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Queen Bed Room #5 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2

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Queen Bed Room #6 For 2 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Room #7 For 4 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Suite #8 For 4 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Suite #9 For 4 + Breakfast Included

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
Main Strip, between Sprout Restaurant, and Economy Rent A Car., Tamarindo

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Langosta - 9 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Casino Diria - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 30 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 6 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 78 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 108 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Surf Ranch Tamarindo

Surf Ranch Tamarindo is just 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snorkeling, surfing/body boarding, and surf lessons, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Window screens

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Office
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fee & policy details

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 120 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Surf Ranch Tamarindo?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (12-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Surf Ranch Tamarindo and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, horseback riding, and sailing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Surf Ranch Tamarindo have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Surf Ranch Tamarindo like?

Surf Ranch Tamarindo is in the heart of Tamarindo, a short 1-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 12 minutes' walk from WAYRA Institute of Spanish.

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Reviews

Surf Ranch Tamarindo Reviews

6.8

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.2

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Beach
Room
Service staff
Location
Shower
Coffee

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Its a great place to stay close to the beach.
Nai, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Dinh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The convenience to restaurants and shopping and the beach. All within an easy walk.
Susan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location but pretty pricey for what you are getting. Overall expensive town though and can’t complain
Noah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Surfing
Brad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jeremy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

location is great, breakfast is simple but good. don’t take room 9(double double bed), it’s to close from the road and has bad isolation.also not a real outside window, Chilling spot to small Room was cleaned every day👌 Good place to be if you only plan about sleeping at the hotel
Simon-james, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was really friendly. It only a short walk from the beach.
Sharla, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Juan Jose, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love to come back soon
Dinh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Basic property but has everything you need including blow dryer and mini refrigerator also close to everything and right across from the beach.
heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a cute and cozy hotel across from the beach. Will definitely stay here is I come back again!
Jenni, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

comfotable room, nice breakfast. Other than that everything’s is simple, no extra ammenaties.
Natalie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic spot. The gal who owns it was wonderful. Outdoor shower and coffee were a nice bonus. They have laundry service too which was awesome to get a refresh on clothes. Definitely recommend!
Cory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Worked out well

Super friendly staff and the check in instructions were super helpful and made it very easy. Really appreciated all the detail. It was pretty much how it looked on the pictures and you couldn’t beat the location. Literally across the street from the beach.
Dallas, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

While certainly acceptable, there are too mnay options in Tamarindo to make this anthing other than amongst yoir last choices.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Palina, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Horrible

After my booking i became codes to access. So far so good. But after putting in the code there was no key in the keybox. Owner tried to fool me on the next day why if i didnt like the room and that he will only refund money if i wont write a negative review. Of course that didnt happen. Avoid that place if you dont want support scammy hotel places without any capable employers
Sebastian, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Poor customer service, both, property and platform

Had a really hard time to get key codes for our 2 bookef rooms. Waited for about 3 hours by the property door. Hotels.com was was responsive at the beginning, but then no reply, no help, just ignore. We were frustrated. Consider change the platform after this experience.
Andrei, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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
Stanley, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

There's nobody at the front desk at all.. and i never got an email on how to hlget in the room
Job, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Horrible service

No service at all. No cleaning of room, garbage pick up, new bedding or towels.
10-night trip

4/10 Fair

Smell bad
Liliana, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

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
alain, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

No cleaning service. Shelves were falling off the wall. No hot water. Staff and management were unresponsive and not helpful with these issues. When inquired about refund, they ignored me altogether.
Nicholas, 2-night trip