Resorts in Tambor, Costa Rica

Visitors who come to Tambor, Costa Rica are not disappointed by the many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Popular activities include beach walks around the bay, horseback riding along the sand and in the jungle, and yachting. Golfers can tee up at two different courses in the area, and water lovers can take day trips to the famous Tortuga Islands for snorkeling and fishing. Tambor boasts several fine resort accommodations for guests to take full advantage of the natural surroundings.

Tambor Tropical Resort

Guests at the Tambor Tropical stay in one of 12 beachfront suites next to the Pacific Ocean. Rooms have king-sized beds, lounge areas, private verandas, tiled showers, and other modern comforts like TV and air conditioning despite the natural setting. Resort amenities include pool, outdoor massages, and organized activities such as sea kayaking, hiking, fishing and beach shelling. Nearby attractions include excursions to local wildlife areas, a golf course and jungle canopy tours.

Tambor Tropical Resort
Playa Tambor
Frente al mar 27-5361
Puntarenas
Costa Rica
011 (+506) 1 503 365 2872
tambortropical.com

Barcelo Tambor Beach Hotel Resort

This all-inclusive resort has many attractions for families and couples. Guests may choose a standard room or junior or master suite. All rooms have double or king-sized beds, air conditioning, TV and modern bathrooms. Suites are more spacious and include a lounge area. Hotel services include childcare, nightly entertainment, and organized activities such as horseback riding and hiking to the nearby Curu Wildlife Reserve. Other hotel facilities include car rental, dance club, fitness center and restaurant.

Barcelo Tambor Beach Hotel Resort
Playa Tambor
Tambor 771-1150
Costa Rica
011 (+506) 2683 03 03
barcelo.com

Tango Mar Beach Resort

Located on the Nicoya Peninsula, the Tango Mar Beach Resort offers many attractions for nature lovers. Guests may choose from 18 units in the main building or one of the thatched roof suites on the beach. Rooms have double or king -ized beds, air conditioning, TV, fully-stocked mini bars, modern baths and beach towels. Hotel facilities include a golf course, pool-side and beach-side restaurants, tennis courts, horseback riding and hiking trails to a private waterfall. The hotel also arranges outside fishing and snorkeling excursions to Tortuga Islands.

Tango Mar Beach Resort
Nicoya Peninsula
Tambor 11260
Costa Rica
011 (+506) 2683 0001
tangomar.com

Resources

Travel Guide to Tambor and Nico Peninsula

Article Written By Mary Richardson

Currently based in Japan, Mary Richardson is a travel writer and enthusiast. She formerly taught undergraduate academic writing classes for nine years at San Diego State University, where she also received a Masters of Arts in linguistics. She was also a Peace Corps volunteer in Africa.

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