Occidental Tamarindo, TamarindoOccidental Tamarindo in Tamarindo, Costa Rica has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 13 of 14 hotels we score in Tamarindo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.0 before correction: Booking.com 2.4, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 4.3, Agoda 2.2. Rooms from about $225 a night (cached, not a live quote).Occidental Tamarindo is a five-star all-inclusive resort located on Playa Langosta along the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Positioned near Las Baulas National Marine Park, the property sits about 2 km from Tamarindo town. It features 198 rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, and a spa. The grounds include tropical gardens, tennis courts, and a fitness centre. Dining options consist of three restaurants and two bars, offering both buffet and à-la-carte menus. The resort caters to families and couples looking for direct beach access. While the facilities are extensive, some guests find the food quality and drink selection lacking.What stands out

Direct access to Playa Langosta

On-site spa and fitness centre

Family friendly facilities

Multiple dining options

Watch out for

Average food quality

Basic mixed drinks

Better-scored in Tamarindo

Cala Luna Luxury Boutique Hotel Costa Ri, Tamarindo: 4.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $339 a night. Cala Luna Luxury Boutique Hotel Costa Ri is a four-star property situated on Langosta Beach in Guanacaste.

W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal, Tamarindo: 4.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $546 a night. W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal is a five-star beachfront resort located within the Reserva Conchal gated community in Playa Conchal, Guanacaste.

Esh Hotel And Spa, Tamarindo: 3.9 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $300 a night. Esh Hotel And Spa is a 29-room boutique property situated between the jungle and the ocean near Playa Guiones in Nosara.