Barceló Tambor

Hotels
Barcelo
7.2 (120 reviews)
Playa Tambor, Nicoya, Paquera, Puntarenas, 60105 , Paquera , CR

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Nightclub
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Helpful staff during issues
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Outdated rooms
Inadequate food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
4.88
Multiple issues mentioned including mold in the bathroom and stained sheets.
Service
8.85
Some positive mentions of friendly staff and helpfulness, but service was minimal at times.
Location
8.39
Scenic location with a nice pool and beach, but long travel time from the airport.
Room Quality
5.84
Rooms were outdated and not in good condition as per the review.
Amenities
7.87
Facility quality noted as outdated, but outdoor spaces were appreciated.
Value for Money
7.33
Food quality and room conditions brought down overall perceived value.
Food and Beverage
6.38
Food quality not the best, and drinks service was slow.
Overall Experience
8.05
Despite several issues, some positive experiences were shared, aligning with the overall rating.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 09:37

Property Description

Spa and Recreational Amenities
Pamper yourself with massages and body treatments at the spa, then enjoy the outdoor pool and tennis court, or have fun at the nightclub.

Dining and Leisure Options
Dine at the restaurant or opt for room service. Sip a drink at the bar or poolside bar to unwind.

Convenience and Comfort
This all-inclusive hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a business center, and free self-parking. Relax in air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and private balconies.

Come experience luxury and relaxation at Barceló Tambor - All Inclusive. Reach out to book your stay now!

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJO

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 120 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.88
Service: 8.85
Location: 8.39
Room Quality: 5.84
Amenities: 7.87
Value for Money: 7.33
Food and Beverage: 6.38
Overall Experience: 8.05
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William A.
10
Pros:

Everything was fantastic !

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
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Xochitl family
4
Pros:

The entertainment needs to improve. The beach area is not sand. It takes 3.5 hours to get to hotel from Liberia airport.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
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Katrina family
2
Pros:

The resort was beautiful but it wasn’t welcoming or accommodating for international tourists. Everything was in there native language Spanish and no of the staff spoke English

2025-08-20 via Nuitee
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Lillian family_with_children
6
Pros:

Beautiful, friendly people

2025-08-16 via Nuitee
R
Ronal family
10
Pros:

exellent

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
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Rakesh family_with_children
10
Pros:

We had good time gloria took us for lapas lapario tour which was good experience and we had to move our last night from barcelo tambor a barcelo san jose.. we got helped by staff name Juvenal ortiz roman an abigail from front office.. and it saved our flight from missing.. it was great experience..it was our 3rd stay in 3rd country with Bercelo hotels.
Suggestions more options in vegetarian and other food options would be nice..

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
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Marc Rosny family
6
Pros:

Food quality was not the best, rooms are outdated but they service them every day. I did enjoy my stay there with my family. People are great over there.

2025-08-05 via Nuitee
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Grazyna B family
8
Pros:

In my opinion, the food should be a little bit better, and at the bar, too many people wait to get something to drink.

2025-07-27 via Nuitee
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Tomasz
4
Pros:

I won’t go back to barcelo tambor ever again

2025-07-27 via Nuitee
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Nathalie
4
Pros:

While this property has a very nice pool and beach, the service was very minimal, facilities were outdated and our room was not in good condition. Check in took a long time because the desk was under staffed. We were provided minimal information about the property. We had 2 towels for 3 people, the phone did not work, and there was mold in the bathroom and shower. The sink was not draining, and we found a dead bug on the floor when we arrived. Sheets were stained. Food wasn’t great and the only reason I am not rating it one star is because of the outdoors.

2025-07-25 via Nuitee
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JOSSETTE
10
Lindo lugar para vacacionar en familia
Pros:

Es un hermoso hotel, en una hermosa ubicación, se esmeran para dar el mejor servicio. Los alimentos pueden mejorar y dar más facilidades para los restaurantes a la carta, ya que se agotan muy pronto las reservaciones.

2025-07-04 via Nuitee
J
Jaclyn family
10
Pros:

Felt so safe! Fully secure front gate, great view, comfy rooms

2025-06-27 via Nuitee
C
Christian friends
4
Pros:

The staff was rude at the front desk. We asked questions since it was our first time and were given the cold shoulder by staff.

2025-06-04 via Nuitee
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Eva partner
6
Pros:

We lost 2 days because the airport is 4.5 hours from the hotel. There was no service around the pool area, the property had bugs everywhere and bugs and very big spiders at the pool by the gym.

2025-06-01 via Nuitee
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Alexandra family_with_children
6
Pros:

Our massage at the spa was cancelled twice without notice.
Staff is kind, but expect to get your own drinks when at the buffet since waiter service is limited at the eating locations, which is different than our other experiences.

2025-05-13 via Nuitee
E
Edwin
6
Pros:

The hotel was just okay. The food was not particularly good, and the cocktails were also lacking.

2025-05-09 via Nuitee
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Guiselle
6
Pros:

Didn’t like that we had to ask for everything in the dining area. Had to ask for water, coffee, utensils, and napkins. Simple English unknown. Had to ask for a fork 3 times before needing to point to one. Pool bar staff seemed uninterested in helping us and ignored us.

2025-05-07 via Nuitee
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Melissa family
6
Pros:

The property is on the older side but was very clean and mostly well kept for what it is.

The buffet was not very good. Minimal options and if you asked for anything you wouldn’t see the staff again. Example, pancakes with no options for syrup.

Overall it felt safe and most staff was fairly friendly. There was zero effort on the part of most staff to attempt to speak English. It was all in Spanish. I’m always up for learning and practicing a new language, but the shows, kids club and any outdoor activities there was no English at all.

2025-04-27 via Nuitee
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Stephen family
4
Pros:

Rooms dated, staff not friendly and food below average

2025-04-24 via Nuitee
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Natalia family
6
Pros:

The room was not ready on time, the staff was not helpfull at all.

2025-04-24 via Nuitee