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Zulu Surf Hotel

3.5 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Centro Comercial Plaza Conchal, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪109 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • City view

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Studio Suite | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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Superior Double Room | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

A stay at Zulu Surf Hotel places you in the heart of Tamarindo, a 1-minute drive from Tamarindo Beach and 7 minutes from Playa Langosta. .This hotel is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Grande Beach and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Playa Brasilito.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 9 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 36 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 45 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walter's - ‬2 min walk
  • Nari
  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Zulu Surf Hotel

Hotel connected to a shopping center in Tamarindo with 2 restaurants
Zulu Surf Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and ceiling fans. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers. This Tamarindo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. Additional amenities at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at El Mercadito de Tamarindo, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, ATM/banking services, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
El Mercadito de Tamarindo - Onsite restaurant.
Pizza Galería - Onsite family restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Bar Medusa - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Sol Bakery - This coffee shop specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 8 to 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Medusa
  • El Mercadito de Tamarindo
  • Pizza Galería
  • Sol Bakery

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Shared microwave
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whatsapp mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 14 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Zulu Surf Hotel Hotel
Zulu Surf Hotel Tamarindo
Zulu Surf Hotel Hotel Tamarindo

Zulu Surf Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 220 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and had all we needed to be comfortable. Mini-splits in both areas worked well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Not quite. Many rules at check in. No staff on site most of the time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrée-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim Seng, Tonbridge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the middle of everything and walking distance to the beach area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with lots of windows; unfortunately, the locals in this town don’t believe in sleeping. It’s 4 a.m. and they’re still at it. Motorcycles ripping up and down in front of the hotel. If you want rest and relaxation, it’s not the place for you. We booked a second night before we slept here. We wouldn’t have if we only knew.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mayela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Not bad

Noise around early in the morning. Shower not very good. Air conditioning too loud and air straight to the bed. But it is bear the beach and many places around.Safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Abderazak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
it was nice
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Archie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is essentially no staff that works there, even during what they call lobby hours. There is a locked gate that controls entrance and exit from the lobby of the hotel. They give you one key so if there are 2 people staying in a room you have to come and go together. If someone takes the key to leave the hotel the other party is trapped in the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good deal for the area! Right across the street from the beach. Staff was really responsive via WhatsApp. There is an amazing bakery right downstairs. Bed was comfortable and it was nice to have a smart TV in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with helpful staff, close to the beach, and attached to el mercadito with lots of food options.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoy Zulu Surf Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert David

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edita

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
perfect location! near lots of restaurants & excursions
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nijole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yini

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property! My first time in Costa Rica and the staff was very communicative with me when my flight was delayed. It is beautiful and in the center of everything. It had everything I needed! I would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Manli Joelle

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
+ Nice staff, have the basics (fridge, nice terrasse, free coffee, a and water), walkable distance from beach and restaurant, clean - loud traffic noise in room, broken stuff (blinds fall off easily, no shelf in bathroom, only one towel hook for two, a leaking leading to ants (we put everything edible in the fridge)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariel Arguedas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lexine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last minute booking the night before our overnight stay in Tamarindo. Staff was responsive when we asked to check in a little early. The location was super central, right across the street from the beach, souvenirs shops all around, and an outdoor food hall right behind the building. It’s a blessing and a curse though, because the parking in front of the hotel was always packed. Somehow we managed to snag a spot in the evening, only to be pestered by a man telling us to pay him for parking there. Once we clarified that we’re staying at the hotel and showed him our hotel bands, he left us alone. Otherwise great experience! The aesthetic was super cute and we felt pretty safe there. I don’t really have pictures of the hotel itself, but I included some of the area around it.
outdoor common area of hotel
bakery right outside
walkway to bakery and food hall
some of the food hall
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ankit

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great location very central to the town. You can get to restaurants, souvenir shops, coffee and the beach within a few steps. Parking is convenient. Should be noted that if your there after normal check in there is a number you can call someone can let you in as it’s a gated building- but easiest to arrive during normal hours. Rooms were small but adequate for sleeping and showering.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025