Hotel Pasatiempo

Hotels
8.5 (744 reviews)
Guanacaste, Playa Tamarindo , Tamarindo , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Nice pool
Cons:
Some odor in the room
Room decor could be updated

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Overall positive sentiment, though some mentions of odor and decor issues.
Service
9.05
Staff were friendly and accommodating, with special mentions for attentiveness.
Location
9.09
Great location close to beach and amenities, highly praised.
Room Quality
7.54
Some complaints about room decor and basic appearance.
Amenities
8.57
Good amenities including pool, though some guests mentioned minor issues.
Value for Money
8.53
General agreement that the stay offered good value.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food received positive reviews and breakfast mentioned as a positive.
Overall Experience
8.55
Guests expressed overall satisfaction with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 07:38

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

The Hotel Pasatiempo offers bright rooms with orthopedic beds, flat-screen TVs, and private terraces overlooking lush gardens. The colorful tiled bathrooms with organic toiletries provide a relaxing retreat after a day at the beach.

Convenient Amenities

Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, tour desk, and concierge services for a seamless stay. The on-site restaurant and pool bar offer a variety of local and international cuisine, as well as refreshing cocktails in a tropical setting.

Exciting Activities

Embark on adventurous excursions arranged by the staff, from safari boat trips to whale-watching tours. With Tamarindo Beach just a short walk away and Las Baulas National Park nearby, endless outdoor activities await.

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at Hotel Pasatiempo. Book your stay now for an unforgettable tropical getaway.

Important information:

Please note that the parking space is on the outside of the property. It is limited, therefore it will be subject to availability.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LIR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 744 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Shannon • extended_group • us
8
Great choice for a moderate yet unique experience in a walkable location.
Pros:

This was a clean, comfortable place to stay that offered a more unique experience in a good location. We enjoyed having the pool on site and were able to walk all over Tamarindo. While it’s not fancy, it worked great for our family. We were also able to get a room with three beds for our young adult sons which was a plus.

Cons:

Bathrooms are a little dated.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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gabriela • solo_traveller • ca
10
Fantastic, like being HOME
Pros:

everything! The way they treat their animals is what I liked the most! Thank you

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Pettit • family_with_children • us
10
Perfect getaway for our family to come together and unwind.
Pros:

Great breakfast, warm and friendly staff, nice pool. This little oasis is perfect for unwinding, escaping the heat of the day, and enjoying frozen beverages poolside. Staff is accommodating. AC works well. The location is convenient to the beach, shops, restaurants.

Cons:

The beds are not super comfy, but not bad either. We arrived during the beginning of rainy season (although no rain that week), so I'm not sure what the normal operating hours of the restaurant/bar is during peak season, but they were closed at 6:00pm the days we were there.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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ANNE • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Cadre de lhôtel

Cons:

Personnel un peu dilettante, proximité de la route bruyante

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Martina Yumi • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Wunderschöne Anlage und sehr schöne Zimmer, freundliches Personal und der Pool war wunderbar. Liegt schön in der Stadt, sind ca. 7min. bis zum Strand.

Cons:

Super war Frühstück inbegriffen, es war etwas unabwechslungsreich.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • nl
10
Heerlijk hotel middennin het centrum
Pros:

Erg leuke huisjes en een heerlijk zwembad. In de ochtend een goed ontbijt, waar de apen langs het terras liepen. Het hotel ligt op loopafstand van het strand, midden in het centrum. Alles was top!

Cons:

Niets

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Camille • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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nigel • solo_traveller • nl
8
Mooie plek
Pros:

Schoon, aan het zwembad, fijne douche en goede bedden

Cons:

Eten was er erg duur en het zitgedeelte van je terras is niet erg comfortabel

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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marion • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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SDU666 • couple • cr
5
Cero descanso
Pros:

Ubicacion

Cons:

Había cucarachas en el baño, la cama demasiado incómoda, la almohadas incómodas, el aire acondicionado hacía mucho ruido y tenía una luz muy brillante, no pude descansar

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Kateřina • solo_traveller • cz
9
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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HAROLD • couple • cr
10
Pros:

La ubicación, cerca de todo, lugar bonito cómodo, áreas verdes, piscina, perfecto.

Cons:

Nada

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • couple • pe
8
Placentera
Pros:

Hotel acogedor y bien ubicado

Cons:

La piscina no estaba muy limpia

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Magen • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • solo_traveller • cr
8
Pros:

La instalacion las matas, picina . Los cuartos muy lindo y limpio.

Cons:

Desayuno no fue nada especial para no decir mal.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • ar
10
Muy cerca del centro, excelente atención
Pros:

Me encantó la atención, el lugar a pocos metros del centro , la piscina excelente

Cons:

Está todo muy recomendable

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Lorena • extended_group • cl
5
Lugar deteriorado con un gran potencial no explorado
Pros:

No

Cons:

Estéticamente antiguo y mantención deficiente y mal ejecutada , evidentemente deteriorado.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas Di Schiavi • solo_traveller • ar
10
Excelente Lugar
Pros:

Excelente lugar. Buena ubicación. Muy buen desayuno. Pileta excelente. El restaurante tienen varias opciones para poder comer. Realmente es el hotel que mas nos gustó en nuestra estadía por Costa Rica. Ademas, esta muy bien ambientado, manteniendo el estilo de Costa Rica, árboles, arbustos, animales en hábitat, etc.

Cons:

Como para comentar algunos puntos de mejora para cuando volvamos a Costa Rica (seguro nos volveriamos a hospedar en este hotel)... Nuestra habitacion tenia tele con cable pero no era smart. No podíamos conectar Netflix o un celular para ver otra cosa.
Los tragos lo hace la persona que esta en el momento pero no todos saben hacerlos y nos han tocado mojitos y Cuba Libre mal preparados.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Just a fantastic place to stay.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Annette • family_with_children • de
7
Im Hotel insgesamt schön, da wir ein ruhiges Zimmer hatten. Der Ort schrecklich: laut, teuer, Amis!
Pros:

Schönes, sauberes Zimmer, freundliches, hilfsbereites Personal.

Cons:

Die ganze Anlage ist in die Jahre gekommen und bräuchte eine Renovierung. Die Steinplatten im Außenbereich sind oft lose und man tut sich weh beim Barfußlaufen. Auch ist es im Außenbereich nicht so sauber. Das Preis-Leistungs- Verhältnis ist nicht angemessen, zu teuer. Aber der ganze Ort Tamarindo ist viel zu teuer, zu laut, zu viele Amerikaner. Die Atmospäre des Ortes hat sehr darunter gelitten.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee