Tamarindo Travel Tips

The weather in Tamarindo ☀️

The climate in Tamarindo is divided into two seasons, a dry season, often referred to as high season, and a rainy, or green, season.
The dry season runs from December to April, and in those months it rains very very little. 
In May the green season starts (it starts to rain) and lasts till November. In the first few months of green season it can rain quite a bit, with typical tropical “showers”, but it’s also common to have days, and sometimes even weeks, with almost no rain at all. September and October are the rainiest months.


Both seasons have their advantages: the dry season is perfect to enjoy warm weather and sunshine ☀️ and the rainy season offers more tranquility, due to fewer tourists, more comfortable prices, and nature is presented in all its most beautiful shades of green! 🌿

What should I pack?
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Tamarindo is a beach town, and it’s warm year round, so you can pack comfortable, casual and light clothes.
Your wardrobe should definitely include bathing suits, shorts, shirts, flip flops, sunglasses and a cap/hat.
Also, sunscreen, insect repellent and an after bite are highly recommended, but can also be found in the shops in town.
If you are visiting Tamarindo in rainy season, bringing a rain jacket is a good idea.
And if you are planning to do some activities, tours or hikes a lightweight daypack and comfortable hiking boots should be part of you luggage.

Airports ✈️

The closest international airport is located in Liberia, about a 60-minute drive away and there is also a domestic airport in Tamarindo.

Is the local water safe to drink? 🚰

Tap water is generally safe to drink in most places in Costa Rica, it may have a different “taste” though. 
At Capitán Suizo we offer filtered water in our restaurant and we have a few filtered water distributors in the hotel area.

Swim & surf in Tamarindo 🌊

Tamarindo in general is known as one of the safest beaches in the country, the currents are gentle and the beach is flat with almost no inclination. 

During low tide, the waves are very small which makes swimming enjoyable for everyone.
During high tide, the water level rises and therefore waves become bigger and are ideal for surfing or boogie boarding.  

Capitán Suizo is located at the end of the bay where the waves are the calmest which is why the beach at our end is also ideal for beginner surfers.
For advanced surfers, the river mouth is a perfect place to surf. 

Costa Rica's Wildlife 🐒🦝🦜


Costa Rica is known for its amazing nature and wildlife and in Tamarindo you can see quite a few animals. Birds, howler monkeys, squirrels, gray and green iguanas, geckos, skunks, and raccoons are some of most common animals in the area. With some luck you can also spot nocturnal wildlife such us armadillos, collared anteaters, porcupines and opossums.

If you are looking for a hotel set beneath native trees and nestled between rich, organically maintained gardens which home and attract a wide variety of wildlife, Capitán Suizo is a great option 😉

Compiled by Milena Re
Marketing Assistant – Hotel Capitán Suizo
February 24th, 2022

Where to eat in Tamarindo

Tamarindo probably has the widest selection of restaurants of any beach town on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica.   
Our restaurant is located on the beach and near the pool, but if you would like to explore other restaurants besides Capitán Suizo during your stay, there are many options for every taste - Tamarindo offers around 50 different restaurants.

We asked our receptionists and our concierge for their best recommendations and about the gastronomy options our guests love the most, and here are the top 5:

Pangas Beach Club 

Pangas Beach Club restaurant is located on the sands of north Tamarindo beach and is popular for its seafood dishes. Pangas is a breezy beach club by day and a relaxed restaurant and bar by night.

“Our chefs use the area’s freshest local seafood caught straight from the region’s best fishermen with all-natural, local ingredients to accent the beachfront flavors of the Costa Rican coast in every bite.” - Pangas Beach Club

© Pangas Beach Club

© Pangas Beach Club

Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant

Patagonia is located in the centre of Tamarindo and is a great choice for meat lovers. 
Argentinean steaks, beef tenderloin, chorizo are some of the options, but they also offer seafood and a few pasta dishes. Besides pretty good cocktails and wine.

© Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant

© Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant

Seasons

Seasons offers Mediterranean cuisine in a cosy yet elegant setting.

“Seasons offers an experience to the senses, in the form of poolside dinning with a Mediterranean fusion menu. Our menu consists of the abundant fresh seafood in the area, a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes along with several meat dishes. We also feature daily specials according to the daily catch as well as you catch it, we cook it.” - Seasons

© Seasons

© Seasons

Dragonfly

Dragonfly is located near the centre of Tamarindo and offers a nice, tropical setting.

“Dragonfly consistently delivers exceptional cuisine, fantastic wines, cocktails and craft beers with gracious and knowledgeable service. Sourcing fresh local ingredients and seasonally adapting our menu options, Dragonfly offers creative culinary cuisine in a charming and romantic atmosphere.” - Dragonfly

© Dragonfly

© Dragonfly

Bamboo Sushi Club

Bamboo Sushi Club in located in the town centre and offers some of the best sushi in Tamarindo. 
They offer sushi, sashimi, uramaki, poke bowls, combo boats, and other Asian cuisine specialities.

© Bamboo Sushi Club

© Bamboo Sushi Club

¡Buen provecho!

Compiled by Milena Re
Marketing Assistant – Hotel Capitán Suizo
October 27th, 2021

Tamarindo lifestyle

Tamarindo town is a very colorful and laid-back place, enriched with the cultures of people from all over the world, whilst preserving the essence of the Costarican lifestyle.

A typical day in Tamarindo could look like this:
According to the tides, which change every day, you can plan a surf session. Afterwards you could walk on the beach and have a snack or lunch in one of the many restaurants/cafes while enjoying the sea view and watching people walking by.
Tamarindo offers many little shops and boutiques, where you can find beautiful hand-made bikinis, t-shirts, hammocks, souvenirs and many other things. So strolling through town and doing some shopping could be a good option.
There are many activities that can be planned in town or nearby, like yoga, going horseback riding, biking or visiting one of the many beaches around Tamarindo; Playa Avellanas or Playa Conchal are very popular amongst tourists and locals.
Due to the fact that Tamarindo Bay has some of the most tranquil currents on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, it is considered one of the safest beaches in Costa Rica. It’s ideal for swimming, kayaking, surfing, boogie-boarding and snorkeling. You could also go on a sailboat or catamaran trip, which offer the opportunity to enjoy a day out at sea.
Of course, sunbathing is one of the most favorited activities here, especially while reading a good book or listening to music.
There are also many Spas in Tamarindo, including our Aromas del Mar Spa, where you can relax and enjoy a massage, a facial or another treatment.
In the afternoon it’s a must to watch the sunset, which is a magical show each day. And why not? Maybe enjoy a cocktail! At the hotel we offer happy hour from 4pm to 6pm.
On Thursdays, from 6pm to 9pm, there is a Night Market, where you can find local and international food and drink stalls. This Market, as well as the Tamarindo Farmer's and Crafts Market on Saturdays, offers a good opportunity to find very special products (local, organic, handmade, among many other added values).
Life here is very laid-back, so come to Tamarindo and have a great time. 

Life is better at the beach!