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Refugio Lodge

4.0 star property
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Economy Double Room | Terrace/patio
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Room (4) | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪102 min drive‬
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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room (1)

  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (2)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room (3)

  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (4)

9.0 out of 10
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(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Double Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Economy Double Room

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Design Studio Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Design Studio Suite

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

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About this property

Refugio Lodge

An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free breakfast (local cuisine) and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services and tour/ticket assistance are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Refugio Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Tamarindo bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Refugio Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Tamarindo Beach. You'll find features such as free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include convenience store, a gift shop and multilingual staff
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 7 minutes by car from Playa Langosta
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Refugio Lodge.

This 4-star Tamarindo bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served a free local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
Refugio Lodge has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

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 room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance 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)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Refugio Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include outdoor lighting
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

La Oveja Surf House
surf house

Refugio Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 160 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, amazing hospitality. Very convenient and fantastic food. Highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so awesome and always there to help.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay in Tamarindo. Everything is close by, including the beach. The place is very clean, and the breakfasts are excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Refugio Hotel. From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home. The atmosphere has such a great vibe—relaxed, welcoming, and beautifully maintained. The staff was amazing and truly made the experience special with their kindness and attention to detail. The food was incredible, and every meal exceeded our expectations. Everything was very clean and well cared for, and the location is perfect. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Probably the best complimentary/included breakfast that I’ve had at a hotel. Great location close to to everything. Little oasis in the middle of the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was amazing, monkeys over the roof in the trees, fun music at night. Only complaint is the loud music from all the surrounding venues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very friendly and the location is the best. Walking distance to every thing. Right in the middle of the town. Great night life.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sang Eun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with kind staff and awesome facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've done quite a bit of travelling over the years and this was by far the best customer service I've ever experienced. Agustin and Juan both went so far above and beyond to make this an amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean , amenities and friendly staff🙏
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent two nights here and had an outstanding experience. Big thanks to Augustin and his amazing staff. Communication was excellent and we had no issues during our stay. Easy walk to the beach. Breakfast was delicious. Highly recommend the omelette and avocado toast! Really enjoyed the live music as well. Thank you for memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoanha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing experience! The staff was attentive and provided great recommendations. They truly went above and beyond. The stay was filled with amazing food, drinks, and night entertainment. I will definitely be retiring back to Refugio! Also, make sure to buy their coffee! Buena Nota!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay! Communication was great and check in and check out was easy. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The team at Refugio was incredibly helpful and informative. We got help booking tours before we even got to the hotel. The hotel is very central, with easy access to the beach, shops, restaurants and clubs. The restaurant has a great menu. Highly recommend the cocktails!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for Tamarindo. Friendly people. Paid $80/night in the low season which is an ok price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibes, location and breakfasts! Agustin was super helpful sending through all the information we needed before we arrived and giving lots of recommendations, including nearby beaches which we wouldn’t have known about. Agustin and all the staff were really friendly and made us feel welcome. There is noise (music) but to be expected and ear plugs are provided for anybody who needs them.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seetal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great coffee, and breakfast. Enjoyed our stay here
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely enjoyed this place and would stay again. Right in the heart of the city and close to everything. Breakfasts were delicious and were some of our favorite meals while in CR.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dornel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was conveniently located made it easy to get around. The staff was very friendly and it had entertainment every night. The food was also very good.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kareem

Liked: Cleanliness
Great service great people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for five nights and absolutely loved it. It’s in the center of town with everything right by. The room was perfect and the hotel itself was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and service !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel close to beach and everything is walkable Great restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is in a very walkable area and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend to anybody visiting Tamarindo. The atmosphere, especially at nighttime was great. We enjoyed the bar and live music.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025