Wyndham, Tamarindo

4.1 (14 reviews) Upscale
Hilltop retreat offering an infinity pool, exclusive beach club access, and an oceanfront restaurant with sunset views

Overview

Upscale Wyndham Tamarindo is perched on a hillside overlooking the sandy stretch of beach that fronts Tamarindo Bay—albeit a bit removed from the downtown buzz—welcoming sunset ocean views from almost anywhere in and on the hotel grounds. Guests will find understated, though spacious, rooms with furnished private balconies and the option to add additional beds for larger groups. Perks include an infinity pool with a swim-up bar, access to a private beach club with a gym, a spa providing an array of treatments, and a restaurant and bar.

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Pros
  • You'll have a fantastic Tamarindo Beach, ocean, and sunset view from the hotel's hillside location.
  • Your stay includes access to a private beach club that is outfitted with cabanas and offers guests gym access.
  • Sip cocktails from the swim-up bar without ever having to get out of the infinity pool. 
  • Spacious rooms feature private balconies with ocean views, providing plenty of natural light.
  • You can enjoy a breakfast buffet (included in the room rate), lunch, and dinner from the on-site restaurant.
Cons
  • Wyndham Tamarindo is a bit remote, so a complimentary shuttle (runs hourly) or cab ride is required to access town amenities. 
  • With only manicured tropical gardens, wildlife sightings are limited to birds.

Authenticity

Wyndham Tamarindo offers a modern, tropical design that combines wood and stone to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The hotel was renovated in 2019 after being acquired by Wyndham, giving it a fresh and contemporary feel while it leverages its open-air lobby and infinity pool overlooking the ocean. As a chain, the hotel doesn't have a strong focus on authenticity or historical elements; it does incorporate a few local dishes into its lunch and dinner menu, though.

Location

Perched on a hillside, Wyndham Tamarindo provides stunning views of the ocean and downtown Tamarindo. Although it's not walkable to the town or beach, the hotel offers an hourly shuttle service to its beach club near downtown, making it convenient to explore the area. It's just a 5-minute walk from the beach club to downtown, where you'll find numerous restaurants, cafés, and grocery stores. And, of course, being atop the hill means you'll enjoy some of the best sunset views in Tamarindo. If you're traveling with a rental, there are plenty of self-parking options.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Wyndham Tamarindo offers two types of what it calls "concept rooms," Standard and Premium. All are spacious and airy, with large windows allowing plenty of natural light and a private balcony facing the ocean. The rooms have a modern tropical design and include eco-friendly products in the bright, modern bathrooms. The Premium option offers additional amenities (as well as more space), including cozy robes, slippers, and a larger TV.

Amenities

One of the main highlights of Wyndham Tamarindo is the large infinity pool in front of the reception area. This pool offers truly memorable coastline views and features a swim-up bar where you can order your drink of choice. You can also relax at the property's beach club, complete with another pool, cabanas, and a gym. The hotel's restaurant serves various international and local dishes, and its bar offers a selection of tropical cocktails, beers, and wines. Head to the spa for a massage or facial treatment for even more relaxation.

Family-Friendliness

Wyndham Tamarindo is well-suited for families with its large rooms that can accommodate up to four and options for rollaway beds and cribs upon request. Connected rooms are available for families needing extra space. The hotel is stroller-friendly, and elevators provide easy access to rooms and amenities. There's also a kids' pool for a safe spot for young children to enjoy the water.

Wildlife

Although the hotel is surrounded by tropical gardens, wildlife sightings are primarily limited to birds due to the lack of large trees on the property.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +506 47004747
Hotel address icon From Banco Nacional in Tamarindo 200 Meters East 800 Meters North
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Traveler Reviews

14 total ratings, 10 with reviews
4.1
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
3.9
Location
4.7
Staff
4.2
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.1
J
Jeanette J.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
The lobby, views of the Pacific Ocean, pool, and restaurant are all wonderful. The rooms could use a fresh coat of paint as they are a bit scraped up. The bathroom is incredibly small. You can hardly move in there it is so tight. The balcony and views of ocean are beautiful. Read more

The lobby, views of the Pacific Ocean, pool, and restaurant are all wonderful. The rooms could use a fresh coat of paint as they are a bit scraped up. The bathroom is incredibly small. You can hardly move in there it is so tight. The balcony and views of ocean are beautiful.

Location
Beautiful views and shuttle service to town and beach.
Staff
Some staff were awesome and some were aloof. When we checked in we were on a floor that was only accessed by climbing a staircase. No-one mentioned that and no-one helped us carry all our luggage upstairs. Most rooms are accessed by elevator but ours was not.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms need improvement and some of the common areas could be cleaned up better.
Stayed in February 2026
Julie
Julie S.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hotel was quite run down and needs repairs. Great location and views but bedding was torn, sink had leaks and the water pressure on the shower was very low. There was a shortage of towels and issues with the dryers being broken. Breakfast was tasteless and bland. Tables not cleared at breakfast and dirty. Read more

Hotel was quite run down and needs repairs. Great location and views but bedding was torn, sink had leaks and the water pressure on the shower was very low. There was a shortage of towels and issues with the dryers being broken. Breakfast was tasteless and bland. Tables not cleared at breakfast and dirty.

Authenticity & Character
big corporate hotel, very little charm
Location
great view
Staff
Not friendly and overworked, too much asking for tips
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bed linens ripped, sink leaks, shower pressure poor
Stayed in January 2026
Russ
Russ F.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Fantastic hotel with amazing views of the beach and ocean plus an infinity pool Read more

Fantastic hotel with amazing views of the beach and ocean plus an infinity pool

Authenticity & Character
Location
Good shuttle service
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in December 2025
N
Nadia L.
Israel | Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025
the best of our trip. Read more

the best of our trip.

Authenticity & Character
Location
a bit far from the downtown, but it was ok for us since we have a car.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in January 2025
B
Beth K.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jan 10, 2025

The Wyndham had a great location with a nice view over the city and beach. However, they routinely ran out of towels, both for rooms and the beach. At times, the rooms weren't serviced even after requesting housekeeping.

Stayed in December 2024
Bonnie
Bonnie H.
Canada | Reviewed on Dec 25, 2024
Gorgeous view, beautiful pool area. Read more

Gorgeous view, beautiful pool area.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in December 2024
Linda
Linda S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 15, 2024
The room was big and the beds very comfortable. Loved the pool and swim up bar. Read more

The room was big and the beds very comfortable. Loved the pool and swim up bar.

Authenticity & Character
Open air lobby overlooking the ocean.
Location
Located at the top of the hill there was a nice cool breeze.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2024
Alexia
Alexia M.
Lansdale, PA | Reviewed on Aug 09, 2024
Beautiful views, good food, great staff, very comfortable, beautiful lobby. Pool was really cool. Read more

Beautiful views, good food, great staff, very comfortable, beautiful lobby. Pool was really cool.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2024
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Meg R.
South Windsor, CT | Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024
This hotel was awesome! We loved that we were in a secluded place with incredible views but also had access to downtown and the beach club for free with the hourly shuttle. Views at the pool can’t be beat. Read more

This hotel was awesome! We loved that we were in a secluded place with incredible views but also had access to downtown and the beach club for free with the hourly shuttle. Views at the pool can’t be beat.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in April 2024
Wanda
Wanda H.
Lake Elsinore, CA | Reviewed on May 28, 2023
The hotel is on a hill over looking the ocean. They offer an hourly shuttle but only to two different inconvenient locations. Also because it faces west for the incredible view there is no shade around the pool. The bed was very comfortable but the only covering was a very thick comforter so I asked for a lighter cover and they brought another heavy comforter. Read more

The hotel is on a hill over looking the ocean. They offer an hourly shuttle but only to two different inconvenient locations. Also because it faces west for the incredible view there is no shade around the pool. The bed was very comfortable but the only covering was a very thick comforter so I asked for a lighter cover and they brought another heavy comforter.

Authenticity & Character
A very upscale hotel but not a lot of authenticity.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in May 2023

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +506 47004747
Hotel address icon From Banco Nacional in Tamarindo 200 Meters East 800 Meters North
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