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SoulShine

3.0 star property
Travelers relax on sun-kissed loungers or enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool at this vibrant retreat, where tranquility awaits near natural surroundings.

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a hanging light fixture. - SoulShine (Tamarindo)
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and tropical vegetation. - SoulShine (Tamarindo)
Deluxe Suite | Terrace/patio - SoulShine (Tamarindo)
Deluxe Suite | Private kitchen - SoulShine (Tamarindo)
Deluxe Suite | Living area - SoulShine (Tamarindo)
SoulShine offers a peaceful escape with its garden setting and family-friendly playground. Guests spend mornings enjoying cooked-to-order breakfasts, afternoons lounging by the outdoor pool, and evenings unwinding with cocktails at the bar.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A small, single-story building with a tiled roof and a green exterior wall.

Design Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden ceiling, a red chair, and a surfboard leaning against a wall.

Family Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Villa | Living area

Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, and a small toy truck on a shelf.

Deluxe Villa

  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tamarindo is home to SoulShine. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Tamarindo travel guide
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Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Tamarindo, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a beach with a boat and people in the water.
    Avellanas Beach
    5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a winding river, and a residential area with buildings on a hillside.
    Playa Langosta
    23 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a beach, boats, and dense greenery.
    Tamarindo Beach
    43 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    19 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Casino Diria
    30 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Baulas Snack Bar
    29 min drive
  • La Fontana, Ristorante Italiano
    29 min drive
  • Langosta Beach Club
    27 min drive
  • Restaurante Oceano
    29 min drive
  • Lola's
    16 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Roll-in shower (55 inches wide)
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Frequently asked questions

Does SoulShine have a pool?

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

Is SoulShine pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at SoulShine?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at SoulShine?

Check-out is at noon.

Does SoulShine provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is SoulShine located?

Situated in Tamarindo, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Avellanas Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Lagartillo and Playa Pargos. Playa Negra and Mansita Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

SoulShine Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, the food was wonderful, the staff was great. The only thing we would do differently is rent a car.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Teighlor J

Liked: Staff & service
Our stay was comfortable and the staff were very friendly. I will note that the pictures depict a lavish boutique resort, however, it was more run down and could use some updating. The grounds were beautiful but the pool was often dirty and needs to be repaired. The food was excellent but very expensive. We stayed in a bungalow that was very small but comfortable for 2 adults and one child. Overall it was a nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great staff, good food, quiet vibe helped me to enjoy my spiritual practice. Will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I had a wonderful stay at SoulShine. Our highlights were walking around the grounds to find the howler monkeys up in the trees - this was so cool! The breakfast menu was delightful. Our room was great, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our time lounging by the pool. We liked that there were amenities walking distance: beach, amazing restaurants, gelato, and a market. The staff were so lovely! We want to highlight our taxi driver, Dennis. He went above and beyond for us: making himself available to drive us where we needed to go, getting our daughter a booster seat, stopping along the way when howlers were spotted, having snacks and cold drinks for us. We’re so grateful for his generosity! We can’t wait to visit again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was very helpful, will definitely be staying here again on my next trip
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and staff was gracious! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was very enjoyable, breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful place
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Wonderful

Great place and fabulous food!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at SoulShine! The accommodations were perfect, the grounds and pool are beautiful, and the staff is amazing. The beach is a short walk away and is great for swimming and surfing, and the sand is so soft. We highly recommend Soul Shine and would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rony

Great vibe and location, the restaurant serves great food, and the stuff is super friendly. Highly recomended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

This property is not only beautiful, but definitely has a lot of soul. The location is amazing and the owners were so personable and inviting. The food was amazing as well. I will definitely stay there again and I highly recommend this beautiful boutique hotel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peyton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff! So clean! Great food. Will go back again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a quaint property and has a great feel to it. It kind of grows on you. Don't go with an expectation that it's a 3 star hotel (as Google Shows) and you will enjoy. The restaurant at the hotel serves amazing food. The breakfast was incredible but expensive. But so is food everywhere around in the area. The beach is beautiful and secluded. It's a woman owned business and the owner is lovely. We enjoyed our time and would stay again if we go back to Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

My secret path from SoulShine to Lola’s

Nice people, nice pool, lots of monkeys. I like to walk to Lola’s on the beach via this path: left out of Soul Shine gate, walk about 300 yards, right down Las Olas driveway, (stop for a piña colada at Las Olas bar for cutting through their property) follow the signs to the beach, walk over the elevated wooden walkway through the mangrove, left on the beach. Enjoy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara

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

Wonderful experience!

This was the last stop of a 2 week trip in Costa Rica - so glad we decided to stay here for our final night. SoulShine was an incredible experience all around - the cabins were well set up for our family of 4. It was nice to have access to a communal kitchen (larger fridge, extra dishes, etc). The pool was very relaxing and the grounds of the property are just stunning. We had breakfast at the restaurant in the morning and it was the most delicious culinary experience. If you stay here DEFINITELY EAT BREAKFAST HERE - you will not be disappointed. We are already planning on coming back to SoulShine next time we are in Costa Rica. Thanks for an incredible experience! One tiny disappointment was that the restaurant stops serving food and drinks at 2pm. We arrived just as it closed and were sad we couldn't order one of their delicious looking cocktails to enjoy by the pool!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katsiaryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
SoulShine was a great option to stay with a toddler. Every cabin has its own little jungle garden which provides privacy and makes you feel part of the nature. Monkeys come visit you regularly there which our toddler loved. It’s really convenient to have a little kitchen with everything you might need in our case right next to our cabin. The room is on a smaller side but cathedral ceiling makes it feel larger. I thought bed linens and towels including pool/beach towels needed an update. They were very visibly dated. What we didn’t like is that the hotel is located on a long dirt road. Since we wanted to explore various areas of Guanacaste during our stay, we had to drive on it every day and it wasn’t a fun experience at all especially if it rained. Same with walking there. Other than that the area has a nice vibe and some good places to eat within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, wonderful owners, and excellent food.
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great great
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super team from owners to reception desk and restaurant. Fantastic food and drinks- amazing pool and facilities. Top marks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
AMAZING!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is such a beautiful spot. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The rooms were clean and inviting. The restaurant at the hotel has delicious food and there are several other restaurants within walking distance. The area is pretty remote and natural.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Amenities
Our room was super clean. The grounds were lush and jungle like. True rainforest vibes. The staff were so helpful. They arranged our taxi from the airport and a massage by the pool. The breakfast at their restaurant was beyond explanation. It was so different yet phenomenal. Great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025