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BEST WESTERN Tamarindo Vista Villas – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
1000 Calle Principal, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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BEST WESTERN Tamarindo Vista Villas
Ranked #14 of 23 hotels in Tamarindo
4.0 of 5 stars 275 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Costa rica(10)
  • Ocean views(7)
  • Pool area(6)
  • Rooms are clean(4)
  • Friday night(4)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Full kitchen(3)
  • Wet bar(3)
  • Surfboard rentals(3)
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Santa Barbara, CA
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Basic hotel with a million dollar view.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

This hotel is very basic (bring your own toiletries) but clean and the staff was great. We were able to check in early and the hotel maid was in the room next door when she came and introduced herself and asked if we needed anything. She went and found us an ice bucket and showed us where the ice is hidden. The breakfast also is very simple, but you will not starve. The reason to stay at the hotel is all about the view. From our room we had an unbelievable oceanview. It is an easy walk to the beach as it is just across the road and the beach itself is beautiful. It is also a very easy walk to shops and restaurants - we did it every evening we were there. So if you want a room at a very reasonable rate, for Tamarindo, with a million dollar view, book an oceanview room at this hotel.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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EllenZoe, Guest Relations Manager at BEST WESTERN Tamarindo Vista Villas, responded to this review
29 March 2012
Thank you so much for your kind description of our hotel. You nailed it right on the head: We offer good, basic amenities, a great staff, the perfect location and of course, our stellar view. We love having clients such as yourself and hope that you will come back and see us again. We’ll keep a sunset for you.
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Edmonton, Canada
2 reviews
“GREAT STAFF, OK SURROUNDINGS”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

Rooms old and in desperate need of remodeling and updating. Kitchenettes poorly equiped and stove is a 2 burner hot plate that didn't work very well. Nice balcony but lock up when going out as your balcony is very accessable from room next door. Nice pool but over run with kids who might not have been staying at hotel. Overpriced at $125 per night. Staff friendly and try to help as much as they can, very good service from them. DO NOT USE CAR RENTAL COMPANY ON SITE.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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EllenZoe, Guest Relations Manager at BEST WESTERN Tamarindo Vista Villas, responded to this review
13 April 2012
We thank you for noticing how hard our staff works. We really do our best to make every one of our guests feel like they are at home. Yet, it seems like you had a rather unpleasant stay with us, and for that we’re sorry. We are pretty sure we remember your specific case and hope that your mishaps with the rental car company in front of our hotel did not taint your opinion of our hotel.
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Scottsdale, Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“What a dump!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

The rooms are basically a hostel, very small and uncomfortable. The TV is maybe 18" and sits about 10 feet high, the AC units are regulated so no high speed and very little cold air. Won't be back

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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EllenZoe, Public Relations Manager at BEST WESTERN Tamarindo Vista Villas, responded to this review
13 April 2012
What a dump?… What a review!!!! We don’t know why you had such a bad stay at our hotel, but you really didn’t do us much justice in your review. Our standard and ocean view rooms may be cozy, but hey, you can’t beat our prices or our service! Plus, if you are feeling a little bit daring, you can always ugrade to a suite with almost 1000 square feet of space to spread out in. As to our air conditioners, we have no regulated speed. The remote controls regulate the temperature from very cold to cold, it’s all at the touch of a button. If you simply didn’t know how to use the remote, we have an amazingly friendly English speaking staff who could have easily helped you out.
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Los Angeles, California
1 review
“Awesome experience , ideal place and great staffs.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

The hotel is in the ideal place and one can be sure of the place and the location, The view of the sea is just awesome. Th staffs are very supportive, right from reception guy to restaurant ppl. Vey courteous and very well behaved.The rooms are cleaned and comfortable. Best value for the money. The place to be in Tamarindo.

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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EllenZoe, Guest Relations Manager at BEST WESTERN Tamarindo Vista Villas, responded to this review
29 March 2012
We appreciate it when someone notices the kind of hotel that we truly are: a good value for the money. This may be a small, family-owned hotel, but you can’t beat the prices for our rooms and services. We like that you recognized that our location affords our guests a great view, and that our staff are polite and on the ball. All of these things make up the Best Western Tamarindo Vista Villas.
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Los Angeles
1 review
“THE place to be in Tamarindo”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

Went for a boys surfing trip and had a blast time there. The service, the rooms and the crazy bar next to the pool is by far the best place to be at in Tamarindo.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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EllenZoe, Guest Relations Manager at BEST WESTERN Tamarindo Vista Villas, responded to this review
29 March 2012
Thank you so much for the praise. We love surfers and we know how to show you a good time, don’t we? Come back soon.
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  • Best Western Tamarindo
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Address: 1000 Calle Principal, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Price range (per night):* INR3,455 - 6,855

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