Stephanie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Our pristine local beach with a turtle hatchery and amazing sunsets
17 locals recommend
Playa Junquillal
Our pristine local beach with a turtle hatchery and amazing sunsets
Playa Blanca
Calle Perro LocoHidden gem white sand beach great for snorkelling
World renowned surf break.
Be sure to stop by Corazón Surf Cafe
53 locals recommend
Playa negra Beach yoga
World renowned surf break.
Be sure to stop by Corazón Surf Cafe
Two beaches in one! A favorite local day trip. Go at high tide for the best swimming in crystal clear water. Climb up to the lookout point for a breathtaking view.
32 locals recommend
San Juanillo
Two beaches in one! A favorite local day trip. Go at high tide for the best swimming in crystal clear water. Climb up to the lookout point for a breathtaking view.
A national park just north of Tamarindo. Take an estuary boat tour or SUP and get a peak at baby crocodiles, monkeys, and birds. Short hike to a waterfall for a swim and lunch.
60 locals recommend
Marino Las Baulas National Park
A national park just north of Tamarindo. Take an estuary boat tour or SUP and get a peak at baby crocodiles, monkeys, and birds. Short hike to a waterfall for a swim and lunch.
Great community with a beautiful beach - lots of restaurants. Lola’s right on the beach, soul shine, and don’t miss the Friday night market at La Esquina
142 locals recommend
Playa Avellanas
Great community with a beautiful beach - lots of restaurants. Lola’s right on the beach, soul shine, and don’t miss the Friday night market at La Esquina
Food scene
Excellent place for dinner - different flavours than traditional tico sodas. Soups, curries, homemade pasta sauce are our favourites
21 locals recommend
Mundo Milo Eco Lodge
Calle Mundo MiloExcellent place for dinner - different flavours than traditional tico sodas. Soups, curries, homemade pasta sauce are our favourites
A gorgeous restaurant with a little gift shop attached. Casual but also perfect for special occasions. Food is delicious with a good wine selection
19 locals recommend
Guacamaya Lodge
A gorgeous restaurant with a little gift shop attached. Casual but also perfect for special occasions. Food is delicious with a good wine selection
A casual dining experience with the most amazing view. Owned and operated by Canadians, this is the place to go if you’re craving North American style dishes. Known for their wings, but they have veg options as well
Playa Junquillal Eco Resort
4 Ocean View DriveA casual dining experience with the most amazing view. Owned and operated by Canadians, this is the place to go if you’re craving North American style dishes. Known for their wings, but they have veg options as well
Restaurante Lochito's
Great soda run by a local family. Only a 2 min walk away
Tata’s is our local favourite, located right downstairs - Elias, Maicol and Grady will take great care of you!
Tata’s
Tata’s is our local favourite, located right downstairs - Elias, Maicol and Grady will take great care of you!
Neighbourhoods
Tourist hub with restaurants, bars, nightlife. Surf lessons. Auto Mercado grocery store is your best bet if you’re looking for a more North American shopping experience.
336 locals recommend
Tamarindo
Tourist hub with restaurants, bars, nightlife. Surf lessons. Auto Mercado grocery store is your best bet if you’re looking for a more North American shopping experience.
Quiet fishing village nestled between two tourist beaches - Conchal and Flamingo. Great sunsets, restaurants and friendly locals.
Brasilito Beach Front
Brasilito Beach FrontQuiet fishing village nestled between two tourist beaches - Conchal and Flamingo. Great sunsets, restaurants and friendly locals.