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Refugio Lodge

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Sundeck
Property grounds
Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Room (1) | Garden view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Central, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (4)

Room (4)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (5)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room (2)

Room (2)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room (6)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room (1)

Room (1)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (3)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the area

Tamarindo

At Refugio Lodge you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Tamarindo Beach and within 30 minutes of Playa Langosta. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast (local cuisine). .The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this 4-property class Tamarindo B&B, you'll be 16.2 km (10.1 mi) from Las Baulas National Marine Park and 16.9 km (10.5 mi) from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playa Langosta - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 27 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 32 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Grande Beach - 36 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wild Panda - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Refugio Lodge

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach
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.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Refugio Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and blackout curtains. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Tamarindo bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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

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

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Refugio Lodge?

Yep, Refugio Lodge is a short 4-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Refugio Lodge?

As of 2 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Refugio Lodge on 6 Apr 2025 start from NZ$169.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Refugio Lodge have a pool?

Refugio Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Refugio Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Refugio Lodge.

Does Refugio Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free local cuisine brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Refugio Lodge?

No, Refugio Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Refugio Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Refugio Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Refugio Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Refugio Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 102 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Refugio Lodge is an absolute gem in the heart of Tamarindo! Even before we arrived, Agustin went above and beyond to ensure our stay was nothing short of exceptional. He was incredibly helpful, providing us with a detailed map of the best spots in Tamarindo- surfing locations, coffee and ice cream shops, restaurants, bars-you name it. As he got to know more about our trip, he offered additional personalized tips and advice that made our experience even better. The entire team at Refugio Lodge is genuinely dedicated to making your stay unforgettable. The lodge’s central location puts you right in the middle of all the action. While the vibrant nightlife adds some noise, it’s all part of the authentic Tamarindo vibe. And let’s talk about the food- WOW. We tried everything on the menu, and every bite was phenomenal! The Avocado Toast is a must-have. If you're looking for a place that perfectly blends comfort, outstanding service, and unbeatable proximity to everything Tamarindo has to offer, Refugio Lodge is the one.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay, Lovely hotel & great location!
Wonderful stay at Refugio Lodge. Beds were comfy, rooms clean. Lodge is beautifully decorated. All of the staff I met were so gracious, kind and helpful. Augustin communicated with me via WhatsApp starting the day before my arrival to make sure everything went smoothly. He also provided detailed information on local restaurants and things to do and even arranged a driver for me to get to my next destination. I accidentally overslept and missed both checkout and breakfast. Everyone was so kind about it and made sure I had a delicious avocado toast and eggs for breakfast with some of their delicious coffee that they make in house. Perfect location. Just a short walk to the beach. Shops all around. I could t have been more impressed with everything. There was a lot of music I could hear but made for a very festive time in the heart of Tamarindo.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent. The room was a great size and clean! The breakfast were many choices and excellent coffee. Good nightly entertainment! Pleasant stay I would definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was fantastic. Very helpful, kind and a lot if fun to be with. The only bad thing was the blaring music in and around the area which made it difficult to sleep.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henderson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pura Vida
We stayed for 9 days, good breakfast/ coffee/juice included with the room 👍 Agustin and staff we're all super nice and helpful with sharing good places to see, good restaurants. The hotel hosts an array of fun entertainment in the evenings 💥 💥 💥 Good times 👌 Looking forward to our next stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 an amazing experience. Best lodging experience I’ve had, not even just for Costa Rica but anywhere I have traveled. I enjoyed the recommendations and helpful staff, the free breakfast & coffee, and the atmosphere around the property. I would definitely recommend and stay here again. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a sweet spot. Surrounded by good food, bars, shopping and close to the beach. Staff is awesome, the breakfast is delicious and so was the coffee, they roast it themselves which I thought is a cool touch. Even if you don’t get a room here it’s worth the visit to stop by and enjoy some breakfast or a drink and live music at night
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to everything. Very nice swimming pool, bar, restaurant and coffee shop. People were coming from all around to buy their coffee! Every one of the staff was very friendly and the recommendations for surf lessons and transportation was great pricing and people!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Agustin and the other staff at the hotel were great! Our room was lovely, pool and surrounding area was nice too. My friend and I would absolutely stay again, the breakfast included was a nice touch - thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Refugio Lodge- I can say it’s a hidden gem! Opened just about two months ago by four wonderful owners, this charming bed & breakfast exceeded all my expectations. Initially, I was concerned about the noise from the nightclub behind the property, as mentioned in other reviews. However, Augustin, one of the owners, reassured me it wouldn’t be an issue during this time of year. it wasn’t an issue for us at all! For two days before arrival, I chatted with Augustin. He patiently answered all my questions about the area, arranged transportation, and even helped us find a place of worship. From that moment, I knew Refugio had us at “Hello”! The entire staff was beyond wonderful and accommodating. They all made the stay unforgettable. Pablo makes a fantastic cup of coffee—piping hot, crafted with care, and brimming with love! Breakfast each morning was a delicious, traditional Costa Rican spread that kept us full through lunchtime. The property is small, but it’s nestled in a lush tropical setting. It’s a block from the beach and walking distance of everything happening in Tamarindo. The market and bank are just across the street, and restaurants are only minutes away. Evenings often featured a relaxed gathering of friendly visitors and locals in the bar area, with live nice music some nights. Refugio Lodge truly felt like home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seetal

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

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is very nice, small and a great place to stay. The location is excellent, you can easily walk to all the good restaurants, and the beach is very close. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Agustin is a great host, along with the whole team. It has two restaurants, one as part of the hostel and another right next door with a great atmosphere and food. The rate includes a delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel with a beautiful lounge and pool area. The breakfast and coffee was delicious. This place is run by a great group of locals who care about their guests having an authentic Costa Rican experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esperanza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No major complaints besides bathroom or room smelling a bit like mildew. I stayed on a Saturday & music or noise was NOT a huge issue. Breakfast in the cafe was delicious as well!! Will visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gamyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La oveja was the perfect stay. The staff were very helpful in showing me around and the restaurant had some of the best food. It’s also in the best location in tamarindo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jovita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very different stay to my usual. But I still enjoyed it. The free breakfast was a great addition since Costa Rica - well Tamarindo was soooo expensive. Prices there were higher than what I pay in NY or at all inclusives. But the hotel was amazing. The pool was right outside my door. Staff was very friendly. Close to the nightlife. All in all if I ever go back to costa rica(probably not) this will be my go to hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff warned us multiple times about the late night noise from the disco next door (even when we checked in) but we liked the place so much we stayed an extra night anyway. Two members of staff also bent over backwards to help us get on the road when we discovered our rented car had a flat battery.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great little hotel with a good restaurant attache and breakfast included at a bargain price. A little basic but with spacious bedroom and very conveniently located for all shops, restaurants and the beach. Was warned in advance about very loud music snd given the opportunity to cancel but took the chance and took earplugs. Stayed 6 nights and only Friday and Sat night had extremely loud music until 3am so best to avoid those days. Apart from that I would happily go back. Tamarindo though is a very noisy town until about 11pm most days,
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked my stay at La Oveja Surf House for 7 days and 6 nights but only stayed for 2 nights. The first night we got no sleep due to the noise (we were told) but we never thought it would be an ALL night thing. We thought we could give it another try and stay a second night but it was the same thing noise all night and we got no sleep. There were also ants everywhere and there were so many dead ants behind the beds as if they were sprayed and not cleaned. I woke up to a rash on my hand and when the hotel reached out to me to know why we were checking out early I explained the situation and they replied back with an apology but they should mention that they are the ones that host the events and that’s why there’s so much noise and they could have refunded the remaining 4 nights that were paid for and not used.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vitalii

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel is not good!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Belen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Too loud noisy at night.. Not enough water to shower, told the issue to management but did not do anything about it.. Staff very friendly and polite
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Tegan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was near everything, but it seemed like Las Ovejas and the neighbouring bar were competing with their music until 3:00 am. It felt like we were in a speaker playing 2 different songs at the same time. You can tell the common area was nice at one time, but needs some love. The hotel seems forgotten about and the restaurant out front (which is beautiful) is the priority. Also, our mattress was rock hard and that’s coming from people who aren’t picky. We will stay somewhere else next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024