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Due to the fact that Tamarindo Bay has some of the most tranquil currents of the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica and therefore considered as one of the safest beaches, it is ideal for swimming and other water sport activities.

The place is excellent for kayaking, surfing - or boogie-boarding, snorkeling and diving. Sailboat and catamaran trips are also available. They offer special Sunset-Trips in which one can often enjoy spectacular and famous sunsets of this bay. The surrounding areas of the village are great for bicycling and horseback riding. Golfers can benefit from two beautiful 18-hole golf courses only 20 minutes away from Tamarindo.

Several tours are offered to protected areas such as boat trips into the estuary of the Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge where nature lovers can enjoy this natural paradise. Trips to nearby national parks, like Palo Verde, Rincón de la Vieja, Barra Honda and Tenorio National Park, among others are daily organized.

Facilities

Outdoor Activities

Kayaking
Paddling your own kayak through the San Francisco estuary you will have the opportunity to observe wildlife including wading birds, monkeys and the ecosystem of the mangrove forest.

Snorkeling
This will be a good occasion to search for different spots depending on water and weather conditions. During the tour it is possible to see the wide biodiversity of tropical marine life

Golf
A beautiful 18 hole golf course is just 20 minutes from the hotel.

Volleyball
The beach in front of the hotel is a beautiful spot to play volleyball.

Ping Pong
A ping pong table is situated in the shade of the trees next to the beach.

Scuba Diving
Your destination is the Catalina Islands, 45 minutes away by boat from Tamarindo. Divers will encounter warm water, excellent visibility and the fantastic diversity of tropical marine life.

Surfing Lessons
Tamarindo has the best warm water waves for learning how to surf. Whether you are new to the sport or not, the experienced surf instructor will guide you through the basics of this fun an exciting sport and before you know it you will be riding the waves.

Sailing
Enjoy the beautiful sceneries of the Pacific beaches on board of a sailing boat. While sailing, it is possible to see dolphins and sea turtles. At the end of the trip you will be amazed by the most spectacular sunsets that nature can offer.

Tennis
Tamarindo has a high quality tennis club with two courts and lighting to play in the evenings. The offered classes are with a tennis pro and are available for children and adults.

Overview
The 7 bungalows, 22 rooms, the honeymoon bungalow and the four bedroom apartment (maximum 8 people) are spacious, tastefully furnished and decorated.  All of them are overlooking lush tropical gardens and facing the ocean. All the bungalows have a king size bed, most of the rooms have a queen size bed and some have two single size beds. In addition, every room has a comfortable sitting area with a queen size sofa bed and sliding doors to let the refreshing ocean breeze come in.  All the units, except the honeymoon bungalow have been designed and equipped for maximum of 3 people.

Rooms
All the units are equipped with a small refridgerator, coffee and tea facilities, direct dial telephone, safe deposit box (included in the price), am/fm radio and a large closet.

All the bathrooms have a large shower, an extra 220 volts wall-socket for European appliances and hair dryer.

ROOMS WITH CEILING FANS
The 11 rooms located on the upper floor are naturally cooled by ceiling fans as they are built high and in a way that air can circulate very well. All of them have a balcony and spacious bathrooms.

ROOMS WITH AIR CONDITIONING
The hotel has 11 rooms with air conditioning which are located on the ground floor. All of them have a terrace and spacious bathrooms.

Bungalows
The 7 bungalows are individually set into the nature. They are all equipped with air conditioning and two ceiling fans, one in the sleeping area and another in the living area.  Originally these units were designed to keep the inside cool through natural air circulation without A/C. If someone would like to experience the original idea of the balmy evenings and wake up to the singing of the birds, the howl of the monkeys, and the roaring of the sea in the morning we are happy to offer our guests these natural beauties for a better price.

Every unit has a large private terrace. The spacious bathrooms have an outside shower with hot water and a double whirlpool.

HONEYMOON BUNGALOW
The honeymoon bungalow is surrounded by nature.  It is equipped with air conditioning and a ceiling fan above the sleeping area. A king size nest bed is located under the roof and eliminated by dimmer lamps. The living area is facing the ocean. Sliding doors open up to a spacious terrace with an ocean view. Ninety square meters of private tropical garden with a hammock and a table are ideal for a private candlelight dinner.  The spacious bathroom has an outside shower with hot water and a double whirlpool.

A special fruit plate and a bottle of champagne are awaiting on arrival.

APARTMENT
The apartment is situated on the second floor of the main building and overlooks lush tropical grounds. There are four bedrooms, one with a king size bed, a ceiling fan and balcony, one with a queen size bed and air conditioning and two with single beds each and air conditioning. The well equipped kitchen opens to a spacious living room with ceiling fans and a huge balcony. It has two bathrooms with double sinks and an extra lavatory. One bathroom has a whirlpool, shower and bidet while the other has a shower.

BEACH HOUSE
It is located adjacent to the hotel in a special piece of land and directly on the beach. It belongs to Captain Suizo since May 2006. The house offers one Duplex room and two Cabinas.

Duplex (max. 4 people)
On the ground level there is a large living room with a terrace, a "Full-size" sofa bed, a single bed and a shower. 
On the upper level there is an extensive dormitory with a balcony, a "King-size" bed and a "Full-size" bed. The bathroom has a jacuzzi, a shower and a bidet.

Cabinas (max 3. people)
These are located on the ground floor. They have a "King-size" bed, a single bed, a walk-in closet, a shower and a terrace.

All the rooms have a pleasant sea view and are equipped with air conditioning, a small fridge, coffee and tea facilities, direct access phones, a safe, an AM/FM radio and a hair dryer.

The whole Beach House can also be rented with a kitchen and a small additional room (max. 10 people). This room is located behind one of the cabinas, contains two single beds, a shower and air conditioning.

There is a passageway connecting the Beach House with Captain Suizo and the guests of this house can use the facilities with the hotel freely.


Restaurant and Bar
The thatched-roofed, open air restaurant and bar are located right in front of the beach. The restaurant offers a large selection of a la carte menu for lunch and dinner with international cuisine and traditional dishes from Costa Rica. The chef gives great importance to using fresh ingredients like vegetables, fruits, and fish as well as cooking the dishes a la "Minute". Fresh, homemade bread, a wide selection of fresh fruits and juices are part of the breakfast.

Philosophy
Since 1995 I have been “Chef de cuisine” at Capitan Suizo.

In my early days I was lucky to learn my vocation from excellent chefs. This is one of the reasons why after more than 30 years of practicing my profession, I am still cooking with heart and soul.
The Capitan Suizo's environmental philosophy of respect for nature is integrated into the principles of our food preparation. For this reason, I prefer to use organically grown products when possible, and I do not offer dishes made from species which are in danger of extinction. We offer a wide variety of interesting dishes such as Tilapia rolls gratinated with herb butter, cucumber Gazpacho with natural yogurt and shrimp, fish-fondue and Rösti served with mushroom cream sauce.
Savour our selections whilst enjoying the charming ambience of our open-air restaurant.
Roland Brodscholl

Passports
Passport valid for at least 30 days after arrival or for the length of stay, whichever is greater.
Passport Note
(a) Nationals listed above must obtain an exit visa from the Immigration Department in San José at least three weeks before leaving Costa Rica. Those who stay for less than 30 days are exempt if in possession of a disembarkation card.

Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a) 1. nationals of Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, UK and USA for stays over 90 days;
(b) 2. nationals of Australia, Bulgaria and Ireland for stays over 30 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
The immigration authorities are strict about detaining foreigners who are undocumented or tourists who have overstayed.