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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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Courtyard
Restaurant
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪92 min drive‬
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  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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8.0 out of 10
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  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

Tamarindo Beach is within a 5-minute walk of Refugio Lodge while other popular sites like Playa Langosta are within a mile (2 km). This 4-star bed & breakfast has 7 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Grande Beach - 31 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 31 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Oveja Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dragonfly Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪HandleBar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Refugio Lodge

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach
Guests staying at Refugio Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a garden. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a communal living room and a gift shop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Relax with a rainfall shower, then climb into a pillowtop bed with a down comforter. Patios, private yards, and safes are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

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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 transportation

  • No onsite 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 elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding

Property 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • 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

What's there to see within easy reach of Refugio Lodge?

This bed & breakfast is located in Tamarindo within a short 4-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach. You'll also find Playa Langosta and Black Stallion Eco Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Refugio Lodge?

No, there isn't parking at this bed & breakfast.

Does Refugio Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, Refugio Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Refugio Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Refugio Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Does Refugio Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Refugio Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Refugio Lodge serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its restaurant.

Does Refugio Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Refugio Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Refugio Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How close is the airport from Refugio Lodge?

The closest major airport to Refugio Lodge is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 2.6 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nosara (NOB), which is around 25.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Refugio Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Refugio Lodge comes with a patio with some featuring garden or pool views.

Refugio Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 126 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alanna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay at Refugio was very romantic and pleasant. The front office manager, Augustin, did a very good job personalizing our experience to the best of his ability. He helped me pick out the perfect surf shop and beach location for waves and was exceptional being available for questions throughout our stay. The coffee their was fantastic and me and my girlfriend loved his food recommendations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kareem

Liked: Cleanliness
Great service great people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely enjoyed this place and would stay again. Right in the heart of the city and close to everything. Breakfasts were delicious and were some of our favorite meals while in CR.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dornel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was conveniently located made it easy to get around. The staff was very friendly and it had entertainment every night. The food was also very good.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic breakfast and coffee included!!

We loved the food, friendly staff, comfy bed, shower, cold AC. There is no mini fridge. But there is a grocery store across the street if the kitchen is closed at Refugio.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first solo trip. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bilingual. Convenient location to nightlife and the beach. Always gave great recommendations for activities and places to eat. Highly recommend. Always felt safe and at home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is perfect for a week long getaway! It can be a bit loud at night, but it was nothing that kept us awake at all. The pool was the perfect spot to take a cool dip after a hot day on the beach, and the staff were all the most friendly folks you can ask for. They made every effort to make sure we were comfortable and taken care of. The food at the lodge is also excellent, and we could have eaten it every night if we wanted. Definitely would recommend, and we hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lesa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is in a very walkable area and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend to anybody visiting Tamarindo. The atmosphere, especially at nighttime was great. We enjoyed the bar and live music.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
this was our first time visiting costa rica (tamarindo specifically) and we chose to stay at refugio lodge for its convenient location and short walk to the beach. the daily breakfast and sunset bonfire tour with Johan (cafe barista) were some our trip highlights. all of the staff were super friendly and nice which made it feel like home! the noise level was a bit more than what we read from other reviews; we were hoping to have some quieter nights after the weekend. overall it was a good stay and the noise at night did not ruin our experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

aaron

Liked: Staff & service

Great location in Tamarindo

This hotel is in a great location. The hotel features a bar, restaurant, and coffee bar where they roast the coffee beans in house. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food and drinks were excellent. We were within walking distance of the Tamarindo night life, shops, and beach. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Refugio Lodge exceeded all of our expectations, with Augustin and the staff making us feel at home. The hotel was beautiful with clean and spacious rooms. The attached cafe (with free breakfast included) was amazing and i still think about the banana pancakes and coffee. The location was unbeatable being in the heart of Tamarindo, next to the farmers market, walking distance to all the restaurants, and being less than a 5 minutes walk from the beach. The staff helped ensure our trip was memorable with helping coordinate private transportation to and from the Liberia airport and helping schedule excursions to the waterfalls/etc. We are already planning our next trip back and we will be staying here again !!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location of this property puts you right in the middle of the action of the vibrant party surf town. Walk to all nightlife, beach, shopping and dining is very convenient! Live music and dancing nearby and on the property. Don't expect quiet going to sleep - embrace the experience. The staff, included breakfast and coffee were AMAZING! Friendly, helpful, excellent local suggestions for food and activity. Thank you for a wonderful stay! Pura Vida
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miloslava

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first ever trip to Costa Rica. I made sure I prepared by reading reviews, especially on the accommodations. Refugio lodge was spot on as far as my expectations went. Augustin, our host, was incredibly kind, informative, very down to earth and engaged. My son and I felt like Refugio was our home away from home. Same staff you get to know. Pets that just add to the feeling of home. The caffe menu offered delicious options even for my sensitive gut and the coffee was so good that I never even had coffee anywhere else. My son is 13 and we like to try and see new things. One evening, we got stranded on the wrong side of the ocean inlet. No boat to take us back after sunset and all we had was my phone and $40. I reached out to Augustin and we stayed in constant communication until we were back “home”. He made us feel safe, hopeful and not alone. This is not something he had to do but that’s just what you get at Refugio. It’s a family. If anyone is looking for more of a local experience, not the resort kind that could feel isolated, you need to try Refugio. Having read previous reviews and having heard all the disclaimers from Augustin himself, the town center night life was not an issue. Even though we were not participating in the night fun, after daily activities, when truly tired, we were able to get the sleep we needed. It’s a vacation spot after all and everyone needs to be having their kind of fun;) To us, great service and kind friendly people matter the most.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erika Scarlin Garcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well I don't know where to start about Refugio, I can't recommend this place enough! The entire place was awesome from the moment we walked in. The facility was fun, cozy, welcoming, clean, safe and well maintained. Our room was clean, ready and had just the accommodations we needed. If you couldn't find it from pictures The front portion of Refugio is a restaurant and bar, then a coffee shop, and then in the back is a nice private area for the hotel. The real magic about this place though was the staff. We were first greeted by Pablo who was upbeat, very welcoming, and clearly showed it was his mission to accommodate our every need. The entire staff was friendly, not just to us and other guests but to each other. staying there felt like hanging out with a bunch of good friends. They also went above and beyond as my wife and I had to leave to come home to the US at 04:00 in the morning so the owner Augustine had the chef set aside sandwiches for us in the morning so we could still enjoy that free breakfast on our last day. The security guard (who had been up all night) greeted us with a friendly face in the morning and gave us our sandwiches and juice and even helped load our luggage. If you're trying to decide where to stay let me help easy your conscience, just stay here, you'll love it! One thing to note is there is a club close by so you can often hear the music late into the night but it isn't too loud. Also no room refrigerators but the staff have some available to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for five nights and absolutely loved it. It’s in the center of town with everything right by. The room was perfect and the hotel itself was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Renee, Redmond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Refugio are absolutely amazing ! Pablo, Luna, Nico ,Augustine and the rest go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and appreciated! The location is right in the middle of everything , shopping , dining, minutes from the beach, evening markets , etc . Overall great experience, their coffee is amazing , all food is fresh and handcrafted with love . Live music several days a week . Love Refugio Lodge
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Vaughan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at Refugio Lodge in Tamarindo! The rooms were nice, clean, and well-maintained, making for a comfortable stay. The location is fantastic—right in the heart of Tamarindo and just a short walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops. The staff was wonderful, especially Agustin, who was incredibly helpful and communicative. He was always quick to answer questions, provided great recommendations, and helped us arrange tours. The guys in the cafe and the bar staff were all very kind and friendly. The included breakfast was delicious, a great way to start the day. The attached bar/restaurant was a fun bonus, with live music most nights that added to the lively atmosphere. The only downside is that because of its central location, it can be a bit noisy at night from a nearby nightclub (you can’t hear the live music from the bar in the rooms). We were warned of this in advance and Agustin had offered us earplugs as well. It didn’t bother us at all, but if you are sensitive to noise, it may not be the ideal place for you. However, if you’re looking to be in the middle of the action, this is a great spot. Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting a convenient and vibrant place to stay in Tamarindo!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Marie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot say enough positive things about my recent stay at Refugio Lodge. It was a perfect vacation in best location staying at the most hospitable and lovely place. Prior to my stay Agustín was extremely quick to respond to our dozens of questions about Costa Rica and made tons of recommendations and suggestions. Firstly, Refugio is in the PERFECT location in the heart of Tamarindo. Beach 5 min walk away, amazing restaurants, great bars and a supermarket across the street. Refugio itself was great. Large room and the restaurant/bar attached to the hotel was my favourite part. Delicious breakfast and coffee- I looked forward to it every day! And each night there was awesome live music or a dj where it was always happening and lively. I never stayed at a hotel before that had a better lounge or restaurant. Also everyone who worked there was funny and friendly! Such a breath of fresh air. I will say that it’s noisy at night, while you are in the heart of Tamarindo near nightclubs and bars, but if you have a couple of glasses of wine and on the beach all day or on an excursion, you’ll still sleep like a baby! I would definitely return. In fact, there is no other place. I would stay in Tamarindo . highly recommend staying here! You won’t regret it if you are fun and appreciative wonderful customer service and great food. Ps. Try the Caipirinha’s at the Refugio Bar… to die for!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very noche
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
we are so happy we found this spot! The staff was so friendly and welcoming. They provided a list of recommendations for food and things to do, which was nice since it can be overwhelming with all the options. The breakfast was tasty and the burgers were delicious! There is live music some nights at the bar and the staff makes you feel like family. We liked it so much we came back to finish our last night in Costa Rica :) only downside is it can be loud as Tamarindo is becoming more of a party town but they provide earplugs which help! def recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay recently at Refugio Lodge. The rooms were very clean and had comfortable beds with A/C in the room. Outside the room we were able to enjoy the nice lounge area with pool. With it being a smaller hotel you weren’t having to share the pool with a lot of people like you would see at many other hotels. In most times it was almost like your own private pool. This was definitely a highlight. The breakfast every morning was amazing! I would say best coffee and breakfast food in town! It is very centrally located and you can easily walk to the beach, shopping and the many restaurants in town. It is noisy at night with the surrounding bars and restaurant but nothing ear plugs didn’t take care of. The central location more than made up for the noise. The highlight was the guest experience from the staff. All of the staff at the cafe and bar were very friendly and helpful. Agustín was especially helpful with checking us in and out and was always available to help with planning things to do in town and was a great help to be able to navigate the town and find the best activities and events to fill our time! We would stay here again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025