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Villa Nautilus

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A poolside area with lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and outdoor furniture. - Villa Nautilus (Tamarindo)
A spacious living area with a staircase, wicker furniture, and a kitchen area. - Villa Nautilus (Tamarindo)
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains. - Villa Nautilus (Tamarindo)
A beach at sunset with calm waves and a clear sky. - Villa Nautilus (Tamarindo)
A wooden dining area with a large table and benches, surrounded by a thatched roof structure. - Villa Nautilus (Tamarindo)
Tamarindo Beach is located near Villa Nautilus, which provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

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View all photos for Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, sink, and wooden dining table.

Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen

  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

A patio area with striped lounge chairs, a wooden table, and a potted plant.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator

  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Loft, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Sofa)

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a view of a swimming pool and outdoor seating area.

Deluxe Loft, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pool View (Sofa)

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Loft, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pool View

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden table, a view of a swimming pool, and a dining area.

Deluxe Loft, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pool View

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Senior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

A cozy living room with a blue sofa, orange chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with a pink tablecloth.

Senior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Tamarindo, Villa Nautilus is in the city center and near the beach. 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and ecotours nearby. Visit our Tamarindo travel guide
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100 metros del instituto espanol Wayra, Calle Este, Tamarindo, 50309

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a beach, boats, and dense greenery.
    Tamarindo Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a winding river, and a residential area with buildings on a hillside.
    Playa Langosta
    8 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casino Diria
    19 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    41 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Brisa Mar
    8 min walk
  • Walter's
    5 min walk
  • Tabú
    3 min walk
  • Tamaonda
    7 min walk
  • Chiquita’s
    3 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

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-cm flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 11 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 11 percent

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Nautilus have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Villa Nautilus pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Villa Nautilus?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa Nautilus?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Villa Nautilus provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 90 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa Nautilus located?

Located in the heart of Tamarindo, this golf hotel is within a 5-minute walk of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 mi (5 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

Villa Nautilus Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Minh-Quang

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

Excellent boutique hotel in the heart of Tamarindo

Villa Nautilus was the perfect location located just off the main street at a dead-end (quieter) in Tamarindo (5 min walk) where all the restaurants and shops are. It is even closer to the beach (3min walk) which we loved! The rooms were squeaky clean and the superb pool was just perfect after a day at the beach. You will also be able to lounge on their newly renovated deck! Laurent and his wife (and their newborn) were perfect hosts and were very friendly during our stay constantly checking in to see if we were doing ok. Their restaurant recommendations were also spot on! If you want to stay SUPER close to everything in Tamarindo while enjoying a quiet oasis, do come here! We would definitely come back here in our next CR trip.
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8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location cannot be beat. Close to so much good food, beach, shops, and supermarkets. Tamarindo is easy to walk around, even with kids. A block away is an area where you can get any kind of tour Tamarindo offers— catamaran, atv, horses, and more. The breakfasts were excellent. I loved the homemade jams. Our room was cute, rustic, and comfortable. Good air conditioning, thoughtful touches, nice pool. This is a great spot to stay in Tamarindo for a comfortable Costa Rican experience. We enjoyed that this b-n-b has only a few rooms, so it was quiet, yet we were not lacking in amenities and Agelie set us up with all we needed for supplies, info about the town, and arranged tours and shuttles.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Wonderful experience

What a great experience, very friendly and helpful staff. Close walk into town. Marisol was fantastic-wonderful food and room was comfortable. Owners extremely concerned with security, good for all but strict if you are a solo traveller and meet friends you care to spend time back at Villa Nautilus. Overall, would highly recommend for families and couples. If solo and make friends easily, I’d talk directly with owners first 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

guillermo santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buena la atención. La dueña muy atenta.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa Nautilus was the perfect place for us! The location is so walkable to the beach and restaurants. There is a cool and shaded pool area to relax in midday. Breakfast was fabulous...Costa Rican, french press coffee and fresh fruit every morning more! We love smaller places and you have the opportunity to visit with other guest if you choose in the common areas, or have quiet and privacy. Also, our hosts Agelie and Laurent were both so charming and you feel very welcome in their home! Take time to visit with them if your schedule allows!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Harold

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

Atención al huéspedes sobresaliente.

Servicio al cliente sobresaliente. Desayuno incluido excelente, de muy buen gusto y atención amable. Los dueños del establecimiento, Laurent y Angelie se encargan personalmente de la atención a los huéspedes y dan un servicio personalizado sobresaliente. Habitación espaciosa, limpia y decorada con buen gusto. Con un balcón acondicionado para disfrutar del atardecer, de la tranquilidad del sitio, en donde además sirven el desayuno de forma privada para los huéspedes de esa habitación. Local silencio, apto para relajarse y por supuesto alejarse del bullicio de Tamarindo. Pero siempre a pocos pasos de la playa y la gran variedad de oferta comercial y de restaurantes de este emblemático sitio de la costa de Guanacaste. Recomendado para parejas o familias, dado que cuentan también con habitaciones para 4 pax equipadas con cocina.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
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4/10 Poor

Deanna

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed in that it wasn't billed as a hostel or a rooming house. It was incredibly uncomfortable. The shining lite was the breakfast cook.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ilana

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

Lovely hotel in Tamarindo

Family oriented hotel. We loved it. The host is lovely, breakfast was great. Pool so nice. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

ISABELLA MAUAD

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

Muito bom

Adoramos o hotel, muito confortável e o Quarto muito bem decorado. Área comum pequena mas muito aconchegante com piscina. Os donos são muito queridos e prestativos e nos deram várias dicas de onde ir e como chegar. Recomendo.’
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is a pool right outside!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

Del

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

Loved it here!

A wonderful little B & B Guest House, just a short walk down to an amazing beach and all the restaurants and shops you could imagine. Owner, Agelie, was so lovely and helpful with suggestions for places to eat at and visit, and lined up our nighttime turtle tour for us. Yummy breakfasts by the pool each morning. We enjoyed the quiet there. Thank you, Laurent and Agelie!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, beautiful and central, as described on their page.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Paridise

Great location and very quiet but close to all your conveniences and beach was only 5 minutes away And all the great restaurants in Tamarindo .great hosts and wish met them of our stay.very informative. Thank you Scott and carina
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

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

Excelente para descansar

Está ubicado en una zona tranquila pero cerca a todo. Muy seguro.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just minutes from the beach but far enough away to have a quiet sleep. Rooms and property were as advertised and very clean. Hosts were very friendly and lots of great advice and recommendations upon arrival. Breakfast is definitely worth it. Would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We paid for the daily breakfast and it was beyond worth it. Every morning was a different meal and always fresh and tasty. The couple that runs the villa are great people and know the good spots to hit in tamarindo.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Adecuado y bien ubicación

El lugar está bien y agradable, solo que caro para lo que es y no es beach front.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

7 day stay in Tamarindo

Vi kom sent till hotellet och personal väntade in oss för incheckning. Incheckning fungerade bra. Vårt rum låg så det passerade det gemensamma området som användes bla av ägarna och personalen. Lite blandad upplevelse, ibland trevligt men ibland lite för familjärt. Området kring frukosten och poolen är mysigt och trevligt. Personalen är hjälpsam och rummet rent. Att gå ner till butiker mm tar bra några minuter. Parkering utanför fungerade bra. wifi fungerade ok.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Studio très joli, propre, environnement extérieur charmant, très bien aménagé. Accueil de la proprio et du personnel très chaleureux. Proche de tout. À 3 minutes de la plage.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE for the first time of my life i’m doing a negative review Concerning the small troubles No refill shampoo and soap every day, we needed to ask it, no new bath towel everyday it stayed wet, A/C sounds like a truck in a room..... impossible to sleep with it, no one made the upstairs’s bed during my 3 days Concerning the BIG TROUBLE I let them know I stayed more time at tamarindo but not at this place !!! The morning’s check out I had to drop my friend at the airport. The day before I let her know. I wasn’t on time at 11:00, I had less a hour of late When I came back, I saw all my personal stuffs outside close to the hotel’s gate. Everyone could stole my passport, watch, sunglasses and suitcases ... I had no texts and no calls. My holiday could turn into nightmare “She told me you are late .... now check out done ...” No professional and so rude !!!! I WILL NEVER RECOMMEND THIS PLACE There are a lot of heaven’s place in tamarindo but definitly not this one
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Great stay!

We loved our stay at Villa Nautilus! Friendly people, great room and pool and very close to the beach. I would recommend this place to anyone! Also, we really enjoyed the breakfast each morning. Something different everyday!
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My friends and I had a great experience at Villa Nautilus. The villa itself is beautiful with a great pool space and the hosts are so friendly and hospitable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

TOTAL RIP OFF, No TV, Hard Pillows, Bad AC at $220

Total Rip Off, after driving a steep unpaved road, at $220 per night we got just the wall bracket with no TV, a noisy old AC that doesn’t cool, parking is outside on the street with no security, stiff bed with cheap linnen and a hard pillow with bumps inside, location is not walkble to anything, don’t waist your time and money, this is a total rip off at $220 per night for a bed in someone’s house, we got no sleep at all ;-( Owner refused to offer any compensation, worst hotel experience ever!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Best location for privacy

Just a few minutes to get to the beach. Gated housing so good for privacy and feels very safe. It is technically a bed and breakfast but there was no mention of breakfast upon arrival and I found out later that breakfast was not included. Clarification on that would've been helpful. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Close to everything!

Definetly enjoyed the location and the hosts were great!