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Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Lobby sitting area
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, beach views

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
1 km South from Tamarindo Downtown, on the road to Playa Langosta, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 22-50309
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Beachfront Bungalow | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Beachfront Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 861 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, Terrace | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, Terrace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Beachfront Suite Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 4 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 4 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Bungalow, with AC | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Bungalow, with AC

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Beachfront Suite Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel

4-star Tamarindo hotel walkable to Tamarindo Beach
At Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel, catch some rays at the beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or enjoy snorkeling. Housekeeping is available on request.
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Tamarindo hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Aromas del Mar has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.
In addition to a full-service spa, Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Each day guests can enjoy a complimentary manager's reception. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, spa services, and a library. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. Complimentary self parking and valet parking are available on site.

Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
El Barco - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 21 for adults and USD 21 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • El Barco

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1992
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 21 for adults and USD 21 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Capitan Hotel
Capitan Suizo
Capitan Suizo Tamarindo
Hotel Capitan
Hotel Capitan Suizo Tamarindo
Hotel Suizo
Hotel Capitán Suizo Tamarindo
Capitán Suizo Tamarindo
Capitán Suizo
Capitan Suizo Hotel
Capitan Suizo Beachfront
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel Hotel
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel Tamarindo
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel Hotel Tamarindo

Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 456 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, Traverse City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place with very caring staff. The room was wonderful and very well laid out. The ceiling fans and air conditioning really helped with the 90 degree temperatures. The balcony got a nice onshore breeze most of the time. We saw monkeys!!! The proximity to the beach was direct and very walkable to Tamarindo. We met one of the original owners and she shared some great stories of their history.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SARAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful greenery and grounds, lovely wood in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last minute booking

We booked here last minute after having to leave a hotel near by that was not clean. This place was exceptional. Beautiful grounds, great food and a wonderful staff. We were sad to have to go home after only 2 nights. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great place to stay!

We absolutely loved our stay at Capitan Suizo! The hotel was so clean and the staff was incredibly friendly! There was some construction happening next door, but I honestly didn’t think it was that bad. The howler monkeys are your alarm clock each morning and entertainment throughout the day. The proximity to the beach and town was so easy too! Will definitely recommend this hotel to anyone going to Tamarindo!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolutely awesome stay. The facilities, grounds and especially the staff were outstanding. The flora and fauna were beautiful and the atmosphere was one of total relaxation. Kudos to Capitan Suizo.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very quiet, no TV in room

No TV in rooms which are kind of dated. otherwise, nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN, Clayton

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Horace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has an upscale very tropical feel. The front desk and concierge arranged airport transportation and excursions for us prior to our stay. Very personalized service throughout our stay. There is no TV on the premises. That was a down side for us, but if you really want to relax and unplug, it's probably a plus for most people.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manfred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dry much enjoyed, staff is so kind. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spent 9 days at the hotel. The natural setting, well designed rooms and very clean. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Food was good and the concierge was great in getting us set up with day excursions. Fantastic massages at the spa!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at the hotel was amazing! We loved every minute of our stay here. It was so relaxing and the location was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, Sarasota

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After spending three wonderful nights at the world-class Nayara Resort in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, we drove to the Pacific coast for a five-night stay at the W Hotel in Reserva Conchal. Unfortunately, the experience was so disappointing that we decided to check out four days early and look for alternative accommodations online. That’s when we came across Capitan Suizo Hotel in Tamarindo, and what a pleasant surprise it was! This charming, Swiss-owned beachfront resort turned out to be nothing short of perfection. The atmosphere at Capitan Suizo is both understated and elegant, offering excellent value for the level of amenities provided. The hotel is impeccably maintained, with lush, beautiful grounds and outstanding service that makes you feel special from the moment you arrive until the moment you leave. We stayed in a beachfront bungalow just steps from the ocean. The bungalow was beautifully furnished, featuring a private Jacuzzi, an outdoor shower, and a raised canopy bed. Floor-to-ceiling windows offered stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, making mornings truly unforgettable. We enjoyed our complimentary breakfast just steps from our bungalow, which was a delightful way to begin each day. The staff at Capitan Suizo were exceptional, providing warm and attentive service throughout our stay, from check-in to check-out. If you’re planning a visit to Tamarindo, Capitan Suizo Beachfront Hotel is the only place to stay. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my favorite hotel to stay at in Costa Rica. It is a little out of downtown area which makes it quiet and relaxing. The staff was very friendly, the breakfast in the morning was awesome, the dinner at night on the beach was very relaxing, and the animals that you see at the hotel are amazing. I can't wait to get back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great customer service; staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. Food at the restaurant was good and offered a nice variety. The beach was beautiful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property on the beach. Great swimming options right outside of the hotel. Loved that it was walkable into town but very quiet on this end of the beach. The staff are very friendly and approachable. A really nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, even better staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very warm and attentive to any needs. The property is nothing short of beautiful…iguanas, geckos, and howler monkeys throughout the beautiful grounds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024