Refugio Surf Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.9

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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Refugio Surf Lodge in Tamarindo offers adults-only bed and breakfast accommodations with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Additional amenities include a restaurant, bar, and outdoor seating areas. Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves American and vegetarian breakfasts with local specialties, warm dishes, and fresh fruits. Brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails are available in a welcoming ambiance. Prime Location: Located 2.5 mi from Tamarindo Airport and a 3-minute walk to Tamarindo Beach, the lodge offers boating and surfing activities nearby. Guests appreciate the scenic views and proximity to local attractions.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Tamarindo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, American

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Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Paul
Austria Austria
“Staff was very helpful and awesome. They gave us tips on what to do and where to go for dinner. There is a bar/Cafe at the lodge which really has exceptional craft beer(!!). The lodge all in all is really good value!”
Jackie
Canada Canada
“The location was perfect! Walking distance to the beach, the cafe and restaurant were the best! Great food and ambience!”
Benns
United States United States
“The Lodge was inviting and warm and the staff were very kind.”
Smith
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Augustine was an exceptional host, he helped us arrange transportation and made our trip!”
Celine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great place, great people, great vibes minutes away from the beach. Can only recommend”
Jennifer
Canada Canada
“Well kept and nicely decorated property, secluded area for the rooms although it is very close to the beach”
Brown
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Comfy, walking distance to many restaurants and tamarindo beach.”
Kurt
Canada Canada
“Perfect location. Comfortable bed. Amazing breakfast. The staff is friendly and helpful and amazing… will definitely return!”
Hal
United States United States
“Thus was a quick 2 day stop, found Refugio by accident with no regrets, Augustin the host went we'll beyond his duties. He set up a last minute tour to the estuary where we saw crocs and monkeys, The room was nice outside the pool. Location 3 min...”
Pavel
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“The place is clean, comfortable, and has a nice pool to cool off in. Breakfast was great, especially the omelette :) They have great coffees during the day. We also loved the burgers. Big thanks to Augustín, who helped us with check-in and gave...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurante #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Refugio Surf Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.