Refugio Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star B&B near Tamarindo Beach

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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, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Room options

Room (1)

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

Room (2)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Room (3)

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

Room (4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Room (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Standard Room (6)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Economy Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Tamarindo B&B and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tamarindo Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Langosta. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 39 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪HandleBar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nordico Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Santuario - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Refugio Lodge

4-star B&B near Tamarindo Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Refugio Lodge.

This 4-star Tamarindo bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Refugio Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels, pay movies, and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Tamarindo bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Outdoor pool

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Refugio Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.

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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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • 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

How close is Refugio Lodge to the airport?

Refugio Lodge is 2.6 mi (7-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Refugio Lodge?

As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Refugio Lodge on Dec 14, 2025 start from $85.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Refugio Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Refugio Lodge.

How close is Refugio Lodge to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 4-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 1.1 mi (4-min drive) from Playa Langosta. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Refugio Lodge offer free breakfast?

Refugio Lodge offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Refugio Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Casino Diria (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Refugio Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Refugio Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Refugio Lodge have a pool?

Refugio Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Refugio Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Refugio Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Refugio Lodge to downtown Tamarindo?

Refugio Lodge is 0.3 mi away from Tamarindo.