Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
About Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort sits directly on Tamarindo Beach in the busy surf town of Tamarindo, on Guanacaste’s Pacific coast. Shops, restaurants, surf schools and tour operators are all within walking distance, and the bay in front of the hotel is known for its sunsets.
Its biggest draw is location. You can surf in the morning, walk into town for lunch and come back to a pool with a swim-up bar. The resort has a family side and a separate adults-only Tropicana area, so it works for families, couples and friends traveling together. It is not all-inclusive.
At a glance
Highlights
- Directly on Tamarindo Beach with walkable town
- Adults-only Tropicana pool area
- Two swim-up bars
- Kids Club plus a casino and amphitheater
- Surf breaks right in front of the hotel
Amenities
Rooms and suites
The resort has 238 rooms split between ocean-view, family pool-view and adults-only Tropicana categories. Premium Tropicana rooms add a jacuzzi or a private plunge pool.
- Sunset Ocean View rooms (queen or king beds)
- Family Pool View rooms
- Tropicana Pool View rooms (adults only)
- Premium Tropicana King with jacuzzi
- Premium Tropicana King with plunge pool
- Boulevard View King rooms
Restaurants and bars
There are four restaurants on site, ranging from international dining with views of Tamarindo Bay to Italian pizza from a brick oven. The town’s many restaurants are also a short walk away.
Gallo Fino and El Pelícano open for dinner only, while Brisa Mar and Nari serve lunch and dinner. With the town’s restaurants so close, it is easy to mix resort meals with local spots.
- Brisa Mar: beachfront, international cuisine
- Nari: Italian and brick-oven pizza
- Gallo Fino: local cuisine, dinner only
- El Pelícano: fine dining, international cuisine
- Ay Caramba: Mexican food
- Two swim-up bars, a beach bar and a poolside bar
Beach, pools and spa
The resort fronts Tamarindo Beach, with loungers and umbrellas and surf breaks just offshore. There are three outdoor pools plus a children’s pool: a beachfront pool a few steps from the sand, a scenic pool with a jacuzzi, waterfall and tiki-style swim-up bar, and a quiet pool in the adults-only Tropicana area.
A full-service spa in a garden near the beach offers massages, facials and body treatments, including massages on the beach. Book treatments before you arrive.
Activities and entertainment
Tamarindo is one of the liveliest beach towns in Guanacaste, with a mix of surf shops, bars, cafes and tour agencies. From the hotel you can join a boat trip, book a sunset sail, or take a short drive to quieter beaches such as Playa Langosta. In the evening the main street fills with restaurants, so many guests split their meals between the resort and town.
Beyond the beach, the resort has a Kids Club with yoga, art and dance, a gym with fitness and yoga classes, a casino and an amphitheater for shows and concerts. Tour desks in town and at the hotel can set up ziplining, horseback riding, surf lessons and snorkeling trips. Hacienda Pinilla golf course is about a 39-minute drive away.
- Kids Club with yoga, art and dance
- Casino
- Amphitheater shows and concerts
- Surfing right in front of the hotel
- Ziplining, horseback riding and ecotours nearby
- Gym and yoga classes
Who it’s best for
- Best for: families and friends who want a beachfront hotel in a walkable surf town, and couples who like the adults-only Tropicana section.
- Consider another resort if: you want an all-inclusive plan, a secluded beach, or a short drive from Liberia airport.
Getting there from Liberia International Airport
Tamarindo is about an 86-minute drive from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia (LIR). The small Tamarindo airstrip (TNO), served by domestic flights, is about 10 minutes away by car. The hotel can arrange an airport shuttle for a fee.
The road from Liberia to Tamarindo is paved the whole way and passes through small towns and cattle country. Allow extra time on weekends and holidays, when traffic into the beach towns can be heavier. A pre-booked transfer is the simplest way to arrive, especially with surfboards or lots of luggage.
Good to know
- Check-in from 3:00 PM, check-out by 11:00 AM
- Free in-room Wi-Fi
- Not all-inclusive
- Tropicana pool and rooms are adults only
- Book spa treatments before arrival
- Free self-parking
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FAQ about Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Is Tamarindo Diria all-inclusive?
No. The resort does not list an all-inclusive plan, so meals and drinks are paid separately.
Is Tamarindo Diria adults only?
No, it welcomes families. The Tropicana pool area and rooms are reserved for adults.
How far is Tamarindo Diria from Liberia airport?
It is about an 86-minute drive from Liberia International Airport (LIR).
How many restaurants does it have?
There are four on-site restaurants, including Brisa Mar, Nari and El Pelícano, plus four bars.
Does Tamarindo Diria have a kids club?
Yes, the Kids Club offers yoga, art and dance.
Is the hotel on the beach?
Yes, it sits directly on Tamarindo Beach.
Are there swim-up bars?
Yes, there are two swim-up bars, one at the scenic pool and one at the Tropicana pool.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, in-room Wi-Fi is free.
What time is check-in?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Is there a casino?
Yes, the resort has an on-site casino.
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