Barcelo Tambor Hotel - Tambor (Puntarenas)

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Barcelo Tambor Hotel - Tambor (Puntarenas)
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Overview

All-Inclusive Beach Resort on Tambor Beach with Premium-Level Upgrades

Accommodations & Premium Level

Barceló Tambor offers rooms with tiled floors, a private bathroom with hairdryer, and a balcony or terrace that looks out to either the sea or the tropical gardens. The Exclusive Premium Level services provide upgraded amenities, including access to a private lounge and faster check-in options. The hotel also maintains an on-site ecological park and a large bird sanctuary that houses Costa Rica's largest Scarlet Macaw population.

Dining & Nightly Entertainment

The property operates four restaurants, including the Japanese restaurant Miyako and the buffet-style El Tucan, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar and a snack bar provide additional food and drink options throughout the day, and nightly live music and shows take place in the on-site amphitheater. Guests can also visit the Italian restaurant and the Steak/Seafood restaurant, both accessible through the daily reservation system.

Family & Kids Facilities

A dedicated children's club and a separate teens' house offer supervised activities tailored to different age groups, with games, sports, and creative programs. The property includes a children's playground, a mini-golf course, and a climbing wall, all designed for younger guests. The entertainment team organizes daily activities such as beach volleyball and table tennis, and the two large outdoor pools connected by a waterfall provide a central recreation area.

Business & Event Spaces

An in-house convention center at Barceló Tambor is equipped for business meetings and conferences, with a business centre and meeting/banquet facilities available on site. The hotel provides free airport shuttle service from both San José and Liberia airports, along with car hire and tour desk assistance. Guests also have access to currency exchange, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk for efficient event coordination.

Location & Activities

The resort sits directly on Tambor Beach, offering direct access to the volcanic sand shoreline and views of Bahía Ballena Bay. Nearby attractions include Isla Tortuga for scuba diving, the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, and the Los Delfines Golf & Country Club, located just 2 km away. Guests can arrange excursions to Tortuga Island, horse riding tours, or days at a fun park, all through the hotel's tour desk.

  • Location: Direct access to Tambor Beach on the Nicoya Peninsula
  • Rooms: Premium Level with upgraded amenities and ocean or garden views
  • Dining: Japanese, Italian, and Steak/Seafood specialty restaurants
  • Activities: Two large pools with waterfall, tennis courts, golf course, water sports
  • Family: Kids' club, teens' house, children's playground, mini-golf
  • Business: In-house convention center with meeting facilities and business centre
  • Awards: TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018 and Traveler's Choice Award 2018
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
At the hotel Barcelo Tambor guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of rooms:402
Former name
barceló tambor
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Rooms and availability

Superior Premium Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed or 2 Queen Size Beds
Superior Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Premium Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Kids club

Cribs

Private beach

Beach access

Sun loungers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
  • Pool tables
  • Table tennis
  • Mini golf

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Night club
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Barcelo Tambor Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 160 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.1 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 200 yd
🧳 Nearest airport Tambor, TMU

Location

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Bahia Ballena, Playa Tambor, Tambor (Puntarenas), Costa Rica
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Bahia Ballena, Playa Tambor, Tambor (Puntarenas), Costa Rica
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
Parque Nacional Curu
100 yd

Reviews of Barcelo Tambor Hotel

7.8 /10
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FAQ about Barcelo Tambor

How far is the city center from the Barcelo Tambor Hotel?
Tambor city center is reachable within a 20-minute walk from the Barcelo Tambor Hotel.
Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the 5-star Barcelo Tambor Hotel?
Staying 3.1 miles from the 5-star Barcelo Tambor Hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, Playa Cocolito, whereas Los Delfines Golf & Country Club is 1.2 miles away.
Does Barcelo Tambor Hotel have parking on site?
Guests of Barcelo Tambor Hotel can take advantage of a car park.
What are the dining options in the 5-star Barcelo Tambor Hotel?
Guests are welcome to enjoy dishes of Japanese cuisine served in the à la carte restaurant Miyako located at the 5-star Barcelo Tambor Hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Tambor resort?
Guests of the Tambor resort can check in from 2 PM to 3 PM and check out from 12 PM.
What are the booking prices at the hotel?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at $180.
What payment methods are available in the Barcelo Tambor Hotel?
At the Barcelo Tambor Hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the 5-star Barcelo Tambor Hotel?
The 5-star Barcelo Tambor Hotel provides such room types as Premium Room and Superior Double Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at Barcelo Tambor Hotel?
Every room at Barcelo Tambor Hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as an individual safe for guests' security.
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