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Barceló Tambor

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
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Meeting facility
Restaurant
On the beach

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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Playa Tambor, Nicoya, Paquera, Puntarenas, 60105
  • Place, Parque Nacional Curu
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Los Delfines Golf & Country Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room (Level Superior)

Premium Room (Level Superior)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Barceló Tambor

Spend the day relaxing on the beach or pampering yourself at Barceló Tambor's full-service spa.
Barceló Tambor offers 402 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Paquera hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, facials, detox wraps, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Barceló Tambor. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention center, and within walking distance of Parque Nacional Curu. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a full-service spa.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a restaurant, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Indulge with manicures and pedicures, aromatherapy, or facials at the spa
  • Services include a kid's club, tour or ticket assistance, and a porter
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a gym, and mini golf
  • 11 minutes by foot from Parque Nacional Curu and a 2-minute drive from Los Delfines Golf & Country Club
Barceló Tambor is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Barceló Tambor offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A children's pool, a nightclub, and a fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Barceló Tambor. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Paquera hotel is smoke free.

Barceló Tambor has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included.

Food and beverages

All buffet meals, snacks, and beverages included
Dining availability limited at one or more venues

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing

Entertainment

Access to onsite nightclubs
Access to offsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Mini golf
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barceló Tambor

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Barcelo Tambor Beach
Barceló Tambor All-inclusive property Paquera
Tambor Beach Barcelo
Barcelo Hotel Puntarenas
Barcelo Hotel Tambor Beach
Barcelo Tambor Beach Costa Rica
Barcelo Tambor Beach Hotel Tambor
Barcelo Tambor Costa Rica
Hotel Barcelo Playa Tambor
Barceló Tambor Resort
Barceló Tambor Paquera

Barceló Tambor Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 581 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 581 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 581 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 581 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 581 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoy the activities entertainment the areas clean
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, stuff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty sunrise
Sunrise
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Best location. Good value.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

OLEKSANDR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location, maybe slightly outdated but we liked tropical style of the hotel. The hotel is oriented mainly for Spanish speaking people.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I will start by saying the 3 star rating is for the long waits for food and overcrowded pools The property is very beautiful and is right on the beach If you have 3 or 4 kids under 10 and want to let them run wild then this is your place If your going as a couple then choose any other hotel I would not stay here again We are frequent travelers to Costa Rica
Hour waits for food every time, every meal Then a free for all to try and get food
Queen beds pushed together We just pushed them apart so we could get on and out of bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ernest John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible customer service. Have to stand in line for three hours every morning if you want to make a reservation at the Restaurants. Drinks are limited and very watered down! Have to stand in line to get a beer! Our honey package was 12oz of champagne and 4 strawberries. It’s too bad this place is managed so poorly because it’s a beautiful area!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The amenities were great and the pools were very good. The vibe/ambiance was very inviting. Our room was a nice size and the maid was excellent. We took advantage of the plentiful tables and chairs in the common areas. We were disappointed more key staff couldn’t understand English ( at reception and in dining rooms). Also felt more care could have been taken in mixing drinks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shawn

The grounds of the resort are well kept and quite nice. The rooms are pretty worn out and not very well cleaned. The beach is great and the pools are nice. The food was pretty good with lots of options. Some of the staff were awesome, like a handful of them. However most of the staff, we found to be very unfriendly. Unlikely to return, mostly because the vibe didn’t feel overly welcoming. The rooms were not great but we didn’t mind as we spent almost no time in the rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jillyn Kay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very understaffed long line for food or drinks, rooms out of date, intermittent WiFi, intermittent hot water in the shower, rodent feces on lounge chairs and tables around the pool each morning.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was amazing for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good staff. Out dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lillian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, friendly people
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt so safe! Fully secure front gate, great view, comfy rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marc Rosny

Food quality was not the best, rooms are outdated but they service them every day. I did enjoy my stay there with my family. People are great over there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Drake

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to ask to get towels delivered to the room after they took them and didn’t bring any back. The swimming pool is closed earlier than expected. Didn’t restock the amenities in the room. The food was OK but worse than what I was expecting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Had a great time

Amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
exellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great for the location, but old facilities

The location of the hotel is absolutely amazing, along the Tambor bay. However, the rooms were very old and the buffet quality average.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a quiet vacation. Great staff who are very friendly and accommodating non Spanish speaking clients.