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Hotel Pasatiempo

Tamarindo
From
$183
Per Night
Double Occupancy
Overall
87%
32 Guest
Ratings

Good to Know

Hotel Pasatiempo offers a charming, budget-friendly bed and breakfast experience in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. This 3-star boutique hotel provides a peaceful retreat amidst tropical gardens, yet remains steps away from town attractions and vibrant local life. Guests enjoy amenities like a swimming pool, on-site restaurant and bar, daily breakfast, and weekly live music events. Its diverse room options cater to various travelers, from solo adventurers to families.


Hotel Pasatiempo is a quaint and budget-friendly bed and breakfast style hotel located far enough from the noisy drag of Tamarindo to have a peaceful night, but close enough to have complete access to everything. Hotel Pasatiempo often hosts live music, which makes for a great evening of dancing for visitors looking to put their dancing shoes on. Pasatiempo has truly become a staple to the town of Tamarindo and through countless years of service, perfected the hotel’s amenities. The hotel offers, a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, tropical gardens, breakfast, and WiFi in the public areas. At Pasatiempo, you’ll be able to walk to everything every night, but won’t have to be concerned about noisy crowds in the hotel.

With rooms surrounded by nature, tropical gardens across the whole property, and mango trees around every corner, Pasatiempo brings Costa Rica’s famed, Pura Vida into the hearts of all guests.  You may check-in as a Gringo, but you’ll definitely check-out as a friend to the town of Tamarindo.  Guests often relax buy the pool, indulge in a few cocktails, or enjoy a nice meal at Monkey La-La (Pasatiempo’s restaurant). One of the best parts of staying at Pasatiempo is the fact that they throw a weekly “music night” for guests and locals to enjoy.  The acts are normally composed of local musicians and bands, making for a memorable night!

Tamarindo may be the most popular beach destination in Costa Rica, but that doesn’t mean the beaches are the most crowded.  Due to nearby Playa Grande and Playa Avellanas, visitors have their choice of visiting numerous beaches while they stay at Pasatiempo.  Though Tamarindo is known for its epic waves, guests should partake in one of the many tours in the area.  Zip-lining, waterfall expeditions,safari boat tours on the estuary, sailboat rides, and countless of other activities can all be found here.

Rooms feature, A/C, flat-screen televisions with cable, orthopedic mattresses with a divine pillow-top, private bathroom with shower and hot water, safe box, breakfast, and a little private terrace in front of your room. The Standard Rooms features, air conditioning, cable television, orthopedic beds, hair dryer, safe deposit box and private terrace.

While the Deluxe Rooms offer, air conditioning, cable television, orthopedic beds, hair dryer, safe deposit box and private terrace.

The Deluxe Plus Room includes air conditioning, cable television, orthopedic beds, hair dryer, safe deposit box, more living space, and private terrace.

The Suite Rooms feature air conditioning, cable television, orthopedic beds, hair dryer, safe deposit box, also with much more additional living space, and private terrace.

Finally, the Family Suite features air conditioning, cable television, orthopedic beds, hair dryer, safe deposit box, kitchen, living room, and private terrace.

All in all, Hotel Pasatiempo is a hotel that can accommodate nearly every style of traveler.  Whether you’re a solo backpacker, newlywed couple, or large family, Hotel Pasatiempo has something that will accommodate your needs. The location is great, the staff is superb, and Hotel Pasatiempo is a Tamarindo favorite, so book today!

Rooms:
22
Check-In:
14:00
Check-Out:
11:00

Hotel Styles

  • Midrange
  • Boutique
  • Family
  • Town Center

Hotel Amenities

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gardens
  • Parking
  • WiFi
  • WiFi Free
  • Laundry Service
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable TV

Room Amenities

Deluxe

  • AC
  • Cable TV
  • Fan
  • Hair Dryer
  • Internet Free
  • Safe Deposit Box

Deluxe Villa

  • AC
  • Cable TV
  • Fan
  • Hair Dryer
  • Internet Free
  • Safe Deposit Box

Location

Lattitude: N 10° 17' 49.45" (10.29707)
Longitude: W 85° 50' 24.62" (-85.840172)

Recent Reviews

Overall
87%
Cleanliness
88%
Expectations
86%
Staff
88%
Comfort
85%
Value
85%
2/8/2025
The location was very good. We just didn’t like Tamarindo so much. Very busy, commercialized, and very Americanized. Also very expensive. We much preferred the feel and vibe of Samara.
10/1/2024
Loved the ambiance of the boutique style hotel. The only thing I would say is I wish our unit had hooks or something to hang towels//clothes.
11/10/2022
Great location for walking around town, yet the setting definitely feels remote and as if in a more rural area. Breakfast was good as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities does Hotel Pasatiempo offer?

Hotel Pasatiempo features a swimming pool, tropical gardens, an on-site restaurant (Monkey La-La), a bar, and complimentary breakfast. WiFi is available in public areas, and the hotel frequently hosts live music nights.


What types of rooms are available at Hotel Pasatiempo and what do they include?

Hotel Pasatiempo offers Standard, Deluxe, Deluxe Plus, Suite, and Family Suite rooms. All rooms include air conditioning, cable television, orthopedic mattresses, a private bathroom with hot water, a safe box, and a private terrace. Some larger suites also feature additional living space or a kitchen.


Is Hotel Pasatiempo located close to Tamarindo's attractions?

Yes, Hotel Pasatiempo is ideally situated within walking distance of Tamarindo's attractions, dining, and nightlife. It offers a peaceful setting away from the main noise, while providing easy access to the town and nearby beaches like Playa Grande and Playa Avellanas.


What dining options are available at Hotel Pasatiempo?

Hotel Pasatiempo features its own on-site restaurant, Monkey La-La, which serves meals. Guests also receive complimentary breakfast daily, and there is a bar available for cocktails and drinks.