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Refugio Lodge

4.0 star property
B&B with outdoor pool, near Tamarindo Beach

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Room (1) | Garden view
Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Property grounds
Sundeck

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Convenience store
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is $75
$85 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20

Room options

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Room (4) | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (4)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (5)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room (2) | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (2)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room (6) | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room (6)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room (1) | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (1)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (3)

Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (3)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida Central, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 4 min walk
  • Playa Langosta - 4 min drive
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 27 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 32 min drive
  • Grande Beach - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 79 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wild Panda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Boca - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Refugio Lodge

Refugio Lodge features a nightclub and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Designer stores on site
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.

Also known as

La Oveja Surf House
surf house

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Refugio Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Refugio Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Refugio Lodge?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Refugio Lodge.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Refugio Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Refugio Lodge?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (13-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Refugio Lodge and nearby?
Refugio Lodge has a nightclub and an outdoor pool, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Refugio Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Refugio Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio and a yard.
What's the area around Refugio Lodge like?
Refugio Lodge is a short 4-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 3 minutes' walk from WAYRA Institute of Spanish.

Refugio Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

La oveja was the perfect stay. The staff were very helpful in showing me around and the restaurant had some of the best food. It’s also in the best location in tamarindo.
Gamyl, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This was a very different stay to my usual. But I still enjoyed it. The free breakfast was a great addition since Costa Rica - well Tamarindo was soooo expensive. Prices there were higher than what I pay in NY or at all inclusives. But the hotel was amazing. The pool was right outside my door. Staff was very friendly. Close to the nightlife. All in all if I ever go back to costa rica(probably not) this will be my go to hotel
Jovita, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Kristi, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff warned us multiple times about the late night noise from the disco next door (even when we checked in) but we liked the place so much we stayed an extra night anyway. Two members of staff also bent over backwards to help us get on the road when we discovered our rented car had a flat battery.
Simon, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A great little hotel with a good restaurant attache and breakfast included at a bargain price. A little basic but with spacious bedroom and very conveniently located for all shops, restaurants and the beach. Was warned in advance about very loud music snd given the opportunity to cancel but took the chance and took earplugs. Stayed 6 nights and only Friday and Sat night had extremely loud music until 3am so best to avoid those days. Apart from that I would happily go back. Tamarindo though is a very noisy town until about 11pm most days,
John, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

I booked my stay at La Oveja Surf House for 7 days and 6 nights but only stayed for 2 nights. The first night we got no sleep due to the noise (we were told) but we never thought it would be an ALL night thing. We thought we could give it another try and stay a second night but it was the same thing noise all night and we got no sleep. There were also ants everywhere and there were so many dead ants behind the beds as if they were sprayed and not cleaned. I woke up to a rash on my hand and when the hotel reached out to me to know why we were checking out early I explained the situation and they replied back with an apology but they should mention that they are the ones that host the events and that’s why there’s so much noise and they could have refunded the remaining 4 nights that were paid for and not used.
Sandra, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Hotel is not good!!
Vitalii, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Too loud noisy at night.. Not enough water to shower, told the issue to management but did not do anything about it.. Staff very friendly and polite
Belen, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

This place was near everything, but it seemed like Las Ovejas and the neighbouring bar were competing with their music until 3:00 am. It felt like we were in a speaker playing 2 different songs at the same time. You can tell the common area was nice at one time, but needs some love. The hotel seems forgotten about and the restaurant out front (which is beautiful) is the priority. Also, our mattress was rock hard and that’s coming from people who aren’t picky. We will stay somewhere else next time.
Tegan, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

There was not nearly as much noise as has been stated. It is a good place to stay
Eric, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Danielle, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Please read the reviews and trust that the noise reviews are legitimate. There is a night club 25 meters from the back of these rooms. I did read the reviews and the staff warned us but it was so much worse than I imagined. There was music blaring and bumping till 3 am so much that the walls were shaking. If you are a light sleeper do not book this spot. We ended up leaving after one night.
Amy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lilliam, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Fancy, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best Staff and Location
Wow location is what it's all about! This wondrful hotel is walking distance to everything including the beach. When we first arrived we were greeted by Hillary. she immediately made us feel like family. She was incredibly helpful. She arranged the best sunset catamaran for us. So much fun. The red. WOW what a delicious huge breakfast at their beuatiful restaurant The owner came over and introduced himself What a great cool guy! Also makes you feel like you're at his home We can't say enough wonderful; things about the staff, service and overall experince. We will definitely be back.
Avraham, 5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great!
Very cool place in a great location if you’re looking to be in the night life, close to the beach, and by all of the restaurants. As all of the other reviews, and the hotel said in advance, it is loud at night. The food is good, service was excellent, and it is exactly as advertised.
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The people that worked there are very friendly and helpful. Free breakfast is the best breakfast in town and the live music is unbelievable and the drinks are awesome. Hard place to beat.
Coleton, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This hotel is in the heart of the city which means music blares into the morning hours. There is not concierge.
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Anthony, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot in Tamarindo
Room was clean, staff was friendly and the free breakfast was great. Very loud at night however. Not that it matters because you’re so close to the beach, but the pool isn’t clean.
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Falonne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I will not detail the issues I had with the accommodations or my stay due to the owner providing a full refund.
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sophie, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great location, decent room
The location is great, the restaurant is delicious and lively, the breakfast is perfect. The room are in decent condition but smell humidity which make it hard to breathe, no light, good to sleep!
Guillain, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review