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El Sabanero Eco Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Tamarindo with free breakfast and spa services

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Sundeck
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Property grounds
Sports facility
In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool

Room options

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About the neighborhood

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between Santa Cruz and Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • Casino Diria - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Canopy Vista Tamarindo - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 16 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 20 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 20 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Moro - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Chicharronera El Guanacaste - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar La Y Griega - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sabanero Steak House - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dragonfly Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive

About this property

El Sabanero Eco Lodge

Hotel adjacent to a golf course
At El Sabanero Eco Lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, El Sabanero, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and wedding services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at El Sabanero Eco Lodge have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 25 km
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Sabanero

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

More

  • 1 floor
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CRC 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 35000 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CRC 15.0 per day

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

El Sabanero Eco-Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

Does El Sabanero Eco Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is El Sabanero Eco Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Sabanero Eco Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Sabanero Eco Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at El Sabanero Eco Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does El Sabanero Eco Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 35000 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Sabanero Eco Lodge located?

Situated in Tamarindo, this golf hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Casino Diria and within 6 mi (10 km) of Canopy Vista Tamarindo and Black Stallion Eco Park. Tamarindo Beach and Tamarindo Church are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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El Sabanero Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

Secluded hotel with beach close drive/bus journey

We stayed here at the end of August for 4 nights and had a great time. Harold looked after us. He booked us excursions and suggested day trips when we were unsure of what to do. We were so delighted with our stay! We ate at the hotel restaurant one night and we were both so happy with our meals. The continental breakfast that is included with your room was also amazing.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

We stayed here in 2013 and it had a completely different vibe. This time we weren't greeted upon arrival, we weren't explained about the food and dining, the state of the property had suffered over 5 years and the road that went by the property had changed from a dirt road with little traffic to a paved road with traffic and traffic noise up considerably. That said, the people who stayed there for the yoga appeared to enjoy their stay although they may not have previously stayed there.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley, S

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

Great lodge set outside of Tamarindo.

Great little cabins. A quiet getaway from busy Tamarindo. Close enough to taxi to the beaches and the action, but quaint and lovely to enjoy Costa Rica at its finest. The owners are lovely and the food and property are amazing too. We had a wonderful time there and even made some good friends too. Highly recommend if you want something a little bit different.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ray

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

Awesome place and owners

Wonderful! So relaxing!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dawn n David

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

Shhh.... Secret place

The staff was extremely accommodating and friendly, and couldn't be better. Whether there as a family, on a surf trip/ and/or for an adventurer or romance, the lodge is remote but at the fingertips of it all, .... And the chef is the best (best price also) with his special dishes for you! Don't pass it up.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

dislike their hidden charge of extra $25 / night !

Pros: Cozy 10 cabin lodge, loved waking up to the sound of bird song. Friendly fellow travelers with whom to share breakfast conversations in the common area. It was hot, so the pool is welcome. Cons: The lodge is isolated, it's 15 driving minutes from the nearest town and beach. I almost didn't book it because it has a hidden charge. Just as you're near the end of booking a room at the stated price, it says that El Sabanero will charge your credit card with an additional amount which added on about $25 extra dollars per night to the price of our room. I really dislike this trick and wouldn't have booked it except they're almost everything else was already booked.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent staff, nice location

Awesome stay at this lodge/hotel. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Kids loved the pool and lodge area for hanging out. The food was awesome, above anything we have ever experienced. Very relaxed atmosphere.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcello, New York, NY

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

Beautifully Rustic and Tranquil Oasis

We really enjoyed our stay at El Sabanero. The rooms are actually beautiful and private little cabins set in the foothills of Canafistula. It is just a 10 minute drive to Tamarindo! The manager Harold and all of the staff were wonderful and It felt like home. We look forward to returning to this very special and unique Oasis in beautiful Guanacaste, Costa Rica!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael, New York

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

Thumbs up

Really nice staff and owners! Beautiful place
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Hotel tranquilo y bonito

Me gusto mucho, muy tranquilo y las cabinas muy acogedoras.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Ernesto, Heredia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Experiencia no muy buena

El concepto eco-lodge a veces es llevado al extremo en algunos lugares y creo que este es el caso aquí. Las instalaciones son bonitas pero parece que tuvieron mejores tiempos. Lo primero es que la administración solo habla ingles asi es que vayan preparados. El control del A/C no funciono y cuando pedimos ayuda se nos dijo que hasta el dia siguiente llegaría la persona que sabia como reprogramarlo (era uno genérico). Para coordinar la cena hay que pedirla con dos horas de anticipación pues deben ir a comprar los ingredientes (primera vez que escucho esto en un hotel, y eso que su menú era super limitado, creo que 3 o 4 opciones nada mas). No hay TV (pero eso esta anunciado en la pagina, solo lo menciono por el tema de expectativas). Y bueno, finalmente, el primer dia cuando quisimos usar la piscina al atardecer, tuvimos que competir con los sapos que también decidieron ir a darse un chapuzon. En resumen, tenia reservación por 4 días, pero como entenderán solo nos quedamos un dia y perdimos los otros, ni modo, lo mejor es no pagar por adelantado.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Was a bit over priced.

Great owner, cool place, clean, everything you need. A bit hard to find and overpriced.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great swimming pool. The place is generally very nice and has its special atmosphere. The only disturbing thing is the noise from the nearby road that you can hear in some of the lodges.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JP, Ashland, Oregon

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

A Hidden Gem

We stayed here for four nights at the end of a three week trip with our four and seven year old boys. The cabinas are rustic, tasteful and spacious and the grounds are beautiful. The infinity pool offers sweeping views of the valley and has a generous shallow end, which our boys enjoyed. Harold, the proprietor, was welcoming and helpful. We heard Howler Monkeys at night. This place is a gem.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marie, New York

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

This place is a PARADISE!

El Sabanero is a gorgeous place surrounded by nature. Harold is fantastic and very accommodating and the staffs too. The place is so peaceful and relaxing and that's what we needed. I would recommend 100% to stay on this place. There are no enough words can describe El Sabanero and to Harold. We will be definitely be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

THOMAS, NEW YORK

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

Will Visit Again!

RESORT: Excellent! Based on previous Trip Advisor reviews we were not disappointed. The manager, Harold, went above and beyond to meet our expectations. His staff was equally as courteous and friendly. The grounds are immaculate and the rooms are well maintained. We felt safe and secure. This location is laid back, perfect for romantic couples and mature adults. If you are looking for a relaxing tranquil environment this location offers that type of ambiance. Families with young children may also find this location suitable because it’s subdued. The pool is just enough to wear them out and give parents plenty of quiet time at the end of the night. The rooms do not have micro waves. If you find yourself craving to heat up a left over snack or meal, the resort will allow you to utilize the micro wave in the main kitchen. However, you will have to do so before the resort kitchen closes which is usually around 8pm. FOOD: The food was excellent and prepared fresh each day. Typically, we ate breakfast at the resort with no complaints. Definitely plan on simplifying a few meal decisions and enjoy a few meals at the resort. It’s economical and tastes better than some of the places we ate at outside of the resort.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Constanza, Concepción, Chile

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

Excelente!!

Fue una excelente experiencia en todos sus aspectos. El administrador del Hotel, un 7! Como el hotel queda a algunos kms de la ciudad (aprox 15 km creo) él se preocupó de llevarnos en su auto para que no tuviéramos que pedir un taxi. Cada vez que iba a salir, antes nos iba a avisar, como también a los otros huéspedes del hotel. Se preocupó de recomendarnos los mejores lugar para comer y salir. El hotel, un ambiente muy familiar y tranquilo, alejado de cualquier tipo de ruido que no sea animal. El desayuno muy bueno y la gente que trabaja ahí todos muy simpáticos. Lo recomiendo 100% si lo que buscan son unos días de tranquilidad y relajo.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Matias, Santiago

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Una buena piscina cerca de playas maravillosas

Lo mejor de este hotel es su piscina, es grande y tiene una vista maravillosa al paisaje tipo sabana africana que caracteriza a esta zona del país. Lo peor son sus habitaciones, son pequeñas, mal iluminadas, con baños pequeños, con instalaciones algo precarias, y con mala ventilación. Con respecto a la ubicación se encuentra cerca de las playas más lindas de Costa Rica, pero es necesario andar en vehículo para llegar a ellas.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Arkoman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A different experience..

This hotel/eco lodge is about 10 minutes. from Tamarindo. Tamarindo is a beautiful beach town but kind of loud and touristy. If you want to visit the beach but not experience the artificial surroundings, the El-Sabanero Eco-lodge is a GREAT choice. This lodge is completely in the country side. Each unit is a separately detached cabin with porch. In the evenings you can sit outside of your cabin and be serenaded by the sounds of dozens of different animals (including howler monkeys). What an experience!!! The whole complex (cabins, main buildings, pool) seem to all be build to a very high standard (a lot of stone used in construction). The surrounding land is also extremely well landscaped. My 4 day stay here was the highlight of my 2 week Costican adventure!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Keeley, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Santa Cruz

We had a great time! The lodge is located very close to Santa Cruz and Playa Tamarindo.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Agréable séjour

Accueil très agréable. Cadre magnifique, belle architecture de l'ensemble. Notre chambre était un peu bruyante mais nous avions été avertis avant la location, donc rien à dire. Patron très prévenant, disponible. Chambre agréable.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

el paraiso

El lugar nos pardio increíble tranquil en medio de la naturaleza ...el servicio y cocina muy bueno y la playya cercana de avellanas un paraiso.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Relax&Explore_SR

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Abgeschieden und ursprünglich

Zuerst einmal möchte ich darauf hinweisen, dass wir während der Regenzeit in CR unterwegs waren. Das heisst in diesem Jahr wenig Menschen und nachmittags wird es richtig nass. Die süssen, kleinen Hütten der Eco Lodge liegen verstreut an einem Hang. Sie sind basismässig ausgestattet und haben leider etwas muffig gerochen. Bis warmes Wasser kam, dauerte es eine gefühlte Ewigkeit, was uns aber nicht grossartig störte. Das Hauptgebäude und der Pool sind äusserst hübsch. Letzterer jedoch schon in die Jahre gekommen und auch die Liegen sind nicht in bestem Zustand. Diese Details sind hier das, was nicht ganz stimmt. Schwimmt man an den Rand des Überlauf-Pools hat man zwar einen Blick auf die Hügellandschaft, schaut aber auch auf ein ungepflegtes Dach... Beim Frühstück inklusive sind lediglich Toast, Butter und Marmelade. Das Personal und der Besitzer waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Fazit: Wer Ursprüngliches sucht und nicht die höchsten Ansprüche an Sauberkeit stellt, ist hier genau richtig. Gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis (wir haben 50,- EUR bezahlt) Aber: Nicht ohne Auto!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

christine, new york

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

Beautiful hotel, peaceful

Unique experience in the mountains. Private cabin. Bus stop right down the hill, close to tamarindo. About 40 minutes from liberia airport. Supermarket 10 minutes away
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Dil & Wil, London

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

Not too close - not too far from the beach

We enjoyed our stay here. The staff was great. Unfortunately I became a tad ill and we had to end our stay here a bit early, but we loved the location that was just outside of busy Tamarindo, yet close enough to the beach whenever you wanted it :)