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Zulu Surf Hotel

3.5 star property
Adventure hotel with 2 restaurants, connected to a shopping center, near Tamarindo Beach

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets
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By the shores of Grande Beach and Playa Langosta, Zulu Surf Hotel offers a vibrant retreat. Savor French cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants or enjoy coffee at the rooftop cafe, with high-speed WiFi to stay connected. With free self parking and helpful staff nearby guests can unwind in style.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Convenience store
  • ATM/banking services
  • Microwave in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Yard
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Minibar
  • Digital TV service
  • Free self parking
$43 nightly
The total price is $49
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Minibar
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Minibar
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Minibar
Netflix
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Centro Comercial Plaza Conchal, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Grande Beach - 30 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Avellanas Beach - 35 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 79 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Zulu Surf Hotel

Zulu Surf Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the 2 restaurants, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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
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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
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Children

    • Children (14 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking within 33 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Fenced yard

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Zulu Surf Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Zulu Surf Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Zulu Surf Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Zulu Surf Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Zulu Surf Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, horseback riding, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming.

Are there restaurants at or near Zulu Surf Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring French cuisine.

Does Zulu Surf Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around Zulu Surf Hotel like?

Zulu Surf Hotel is a short 7-minute drive from Tamarindo (TNO) and 3 minutes' walk from Tamarindo Beach.

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Zulu Surf Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Beach
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What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located just a few steps away from the beach. (11 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near various restaurants and eateries, including the "Mercadito" just around the corner. (3 reviews)
  • The air conditioning in the rooms was consistently described as nice and working well. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff!
Christopher, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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
Lexine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An overall pleasant stay. Premises were always kept clean. Good walkable area and not far from the beach. A bit of noise but bearable
Sidney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I will definitely stay here again. Its clean there is places to sit out doors other than the room
Atiya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I always have an excellent stay at Zulu!
Christopher, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In a good location with friendly staff and owner. Close to the beach and all the restaurants. Not good if you're a light sleeper like me, but it is Tamarindo.. ;)
Dwayne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

A little noisy at night but worth it for the convenience..close to great restaurants, the beach, and shopping.
Russell, 16-night trip

8/10 Very good

Check into to our room was easy and seamless, I am glad that I called ahead of time to make sure that our room was ready otherwise I don’t know if anyone would have been there to check us in when we arrived. We stayed for 5 nights and I only saw staff on property 3 times, but when we did they were always friendly. We opted not to have our room cleaned daily, but it would have been nice to have a broom in the room bc the bugs on the floor got pretty bad by the end of our stay despite me cleaning them up daily. It also took us a couple days to find a worker to refill our toilet paper, we had to borrow some from our friends that were staying at a different hotel! For the rate that we paid the hotel was great, and it’s located in an awesome location! I highly recommend Sol bakery around the corner, their iced chai was amazing!
Coty, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

It was a great location and easily accessible to all the bars, restaurants and the beach, which was ideal. The hotel itself was okay - clean and had everything you would need but some parts were a bit outdated and it was noisy at night. Overall, it was good value for money.

8/10 Very good

Very convenient location. Right across from beaches. Easy to walk to shopping and restaurants.
Bonnie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hoping area , great path to beach - staff is so friendly and communication is great ! recommend , great bang for the buck !
Stephania, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel felt more like a hostel BUT it was still very nice. Private room with bathroom and great AC. Staff was super friendly and helpful when we had questions. Great location - pretty centrally located. You only had ~10 min walk any direction to get to the “end” of the where there were shops, beaches, and dining/bars. Would absolutely stay here again if we revisited Tamarindo!
Meghann, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff clean and cozy room with a lot to do nearby
Jimmy Joe, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect for the first time visitor to Tamarindo. It’s in the heart of downtown Tamarindo. My singular complaint was no breakfast except coffee and with coffee they did not provide creamer.

8/10 Very good

Clean
Thomas, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was ok

This hotel was ok. The decorations were nice although the photos online look nicer and good location to the beach. They had games in a common area and help your self to coffee or tea. They don't really offer any type of service other then front desk and house keeping. And be careful for the man outside of the hotel who "helps you park" and demands money - nothing lower then $5 USD You might be able to get away from him by telling him your staying at Zulu
Katelyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were super lovely and accommodating! We got a room exactly for what we were looking for. Thank you!
Kelly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The vibe is great. Chill, light and bright, community, yoga and surf energy. It’s so central. The heart of the action. Close to the beach and to bars and restaurants. The staff is amazing. So friendly and accommodating. Because it’s so central, it is a bit loud, but it seemed to slow down after about 10:30 pm until about 7 Am when traffic would pick up again. I would stay there again.
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Centrally located, helpful staff, close to the beach.
Odanel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Giancarlo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Right in the heart of all the nightlife and daytime action. Some will find it noisy at night. I would stay again.
Jason, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a nice little place. The room was smaller than I expected but overall I had a great time there.
Raja, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal location
Josanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very great hotel Def will stay again
joseph, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great atmosphere and amazing staff. Felt very safe and taken care of, thanks for a great stay!
Stella, 7-night trip