Hotel Gardenia Tamarindo

Hotels
8.2 (227 reviews)
Calle Corona , Tamarindo , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Good location
Amenities like pool
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor management and service
Bathroom problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.94
Multiple complaints about bathroom cleanliness and issues.
Service
7.91
Negative experiences reported regarding management and communication.
Location
9.45
Good location mentioned in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.4
Comfortable beds noted, but issues with the bathroom and safety were highlighted.
Amenities
8.43
Positive mentions of amenities like the pool and courtyard.
Value for Money
8.39
Value perception affected by communication issues.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Breakfast not provided, but location offers access to local dining options.
Overall Experience
8.61
Mixed experiences summarized in various reviews, respect for comfortable spaces.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:59

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Hotel Gardenia Tamarindo, located just 700 meters from the stunning Tamarindo Beach, offers a delightful stay with an outdoor pool, free parking, and charming garden views.

Convenience and Connectivity
Guests can enjoy modern amenities like free WiFi, concierge service, and rooms with balconies overlooking the pool. The hotel also provides kitchen-equipped rooms, private bathrooms, and safety deposit boxes for a comfortable stay.

Explore Nearby Beaches
Conveniently close to Grande Beach and Langosta Beach, adventure seekers can easily explore the beautiful coastlines. With the option of a paid airport shuttle service, your journey to relaxation begins at Hotel Gardenia Tamarindo.

Important information:

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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LIR

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 227 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.94
Service: 7.91
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Jose1731 solo_traveller cr
1
Estafadores
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

Todo y son estafadores porque cobran $59 de depósito de seguridad y en la reserva no dice que haya que pagar dicho monto, y si no pagas esos $50 no te hospedan.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Salazar solo_traveller cr
4
Sucio
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

Demasiado sucio.
El cobro de un deposito.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Jean Paul solo_traveller cr
5
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Primero decía que el parqueo estaba dentro del lugar, lo cual es mentira está en la calle prácticamente, habían cucarachas, deben de decir que la plantilla de inducción se conecta super incómoda detrás de las gavetas de las platos porque la dejan desconectada y la presión de agua terrible dura toda la vida uno bañándose

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple ca
8
Great Location and Value for the Price Point.
Pros:

Great Location and Outstanding Price. Not the most modern of furnishings but everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Particularly enjoyed the pool.

Cons:

Nil

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Juarez solo_traveller ar
10
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Ana Lucía solo_traveller cr
1
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Brit solo_traveller us
8
Has everything you could want! Such a comfortable stay especially for a solo traveler.
Pros:

I really like how central the property is in Tamarindo. Literally everything I wanted to go to was a short walk away with how close the boutique hotel is. The room was comfortable and everything felt cozy. I cooked in the kitchen several times and the induction stove was super easy to use.

The apartment is incredibly comfortable and it felt like a home away from home!

The pool was also nice and I got to enjoy it a few times.

Cons:

The entrance gate to the complex felt like it could open with a solid body push so I’m not sure if I felt like it was super secure. And the key into each villa felt like the latch was also really flimsy and could easily be broken into. But the are itself feels safe so maybe that’s why there’s not heavier safety measures.

I didn’t like that the kitchen blind was see through allowing anyone to look right through to the bathroom. The shower was pretty water logged. But besides that, everything was great!

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Daniel solo_traveller cr
1
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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sanchez solo_traveller cr
10
Pros:

Esta igual que en las fotos,muy bonito,las villas tienen todo lo necesario,muy cerca del centro,me encantó todo!

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Juarez solo_traveller ar
10
Pros:

Ubicación y comodidad de la vivienda

Cons:

Que no funcionó la caja de seguridad
Pero el lugar es seguro

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Ramirez solo_traveller cr
10
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

Todo fue excelente

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Cande couple cr
5
disconforme
Pros:

La ubicación quizás

Cons:

Había pelos en la cama, no había recepción

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Matan extended_group il
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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melo couple cl
3
Muy mala
Pros:

Era lindo y buena ubicación

Cons:

Nuestra experiencia fue muy mala. La habitación estaba llena de geckos/lagartijas dentro, lo que fue súper incómodo y desagradable. No había nadie que nos ayudara a sacarlas, así que tuvimos que lidiar con eso solos. Para peor, durante toda la noche hubo mucho ruido, lo que hizo imposible descansar. Definitivamente no fue la experiencia que esperábamos

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Lorena family_with_children ch
4
deception
Pros:

Location is very good in the middle of Tamarindo.

Cons:

1) This is not a hotel. This should be advertised as an RB&B...There is no reception. The phone provided in the reference is wrong. There are not two beds in the room, no air conditioning in the kitchen. Most of the equipment is old.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Saxbald couple au
7
The location is good
Pros:

Appartement was clean and comfortable, quiet. Reserved parking space and for us close enough to the beach.

Cons:

Check in was not easy, we got a lot of questions and messages at first and had to ask for a code to get the key.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Daniela family_with_children cr
10
Pros:

La ubicación es muy buena! La piscina está súper bien ! Me gustó bastante

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Mario solo_traveller es
10
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Rebecca solo_traveller ch
10
Pros:

Eine kleine schöne idyllische Anlage. Etwas abseits vom Zentrum, daher schön ruhig. Die Unterkunft ist sauber und sehr gepflegt. Zum Kochen ist alles vorhanden und das Equipment in einem guten Zustand. Das Bett ist bequem. Die Kleine Terrasse lädt zum verweilen ein. Preis/Leistung top!
Ich komme gerne wieder!!

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Geadah couple ca
10
Pros:

propreté, gentillesse de la femme de ménage.

2026-04-29 via Nuitee