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Villa Nautilus

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Tamarindo Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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January 2025

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Restaurant
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Outdoor dining
Interior
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
100 metros del instituto espanol Wayra, Calle Este, Tamarindo, 50309
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    2 min walk
  • Tamarindo Beach
    4 min walk
  • La Boca
    2 min walk
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    11 min drive

Room options

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

Deluxe Loft, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pool View | View from room

Deluxe Loft, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator | View from room

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Senior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Senior Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen | View from room

Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View | Balcony

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Tamarindo

Villa Nautilus places you in the centre of Tamarindo, steps from WAYRA Institute of Spanish and within a short 5-minute stroll of Tamarindo Beach. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and express check-out. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 3-property class Tamarindo hotel include Conchal Beach and Flamingo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 4 min walk
  • Playa Langosta - 6 min drive
  • Casino Diria - 14 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 33 min drive
  • Grande Beach - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nogui's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Villa Nautilus

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Tamarindo Beach
As a guest of Villa Nautilus, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Villa Nautilus also features a garden, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Villa Nautilus was completed in December 2020.
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Villa Nautilus offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-cm flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Tamarindo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 5 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return 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 lift

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Villa Nautilus

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from 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 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Villa Nautilus.

Property is also known as

Villa Nautilus Playa Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Villa Nautilus Tamarindo
Nautilus Tamarindo
Villa Nautilus Hotel Tamarindo
Villa Nautilus Hotel
Villa Nautilus Tamarindo
Villa Nautilus Hotel Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Nautilus?

Villa Nautilus offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Villa Nautilus?

Yep, Villa Nautilus has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Nautilus?

Yep, Villa Nautilus is a short 4-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Does Villa Nautilus have a pool?

Villa Nautilus has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Villa Nautilus serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Nautilus?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Nautilus?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Nautilus?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Villa Nautilus?

There is a golf course next to Villa Nautilus.

Villa Nautilus Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

jennifer

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

6/10 Okay

Matteo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Ilana

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is a pool right outside!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Canada

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Nate, West Michigan

Travelled with group
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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

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!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to everything!
Definetly enjoyed the location and the hosts were great!

10/10 Excellent

A, NYC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Walk to the beach. Secluded and safe.
This is a bed and breakfast type of place that is run by a very kind and helpful French couple. It's a bit unclear where to park and how to get into the place at first, but once you're in, it's a beautiful 3 story building with a fantastic pool and patio area. They made us a perfect breakfast of French pastries and local fruit. The bed was amazing. Possibly the best bed we've ever slept on. The hosts pulled a map out to show us all the best restaurants in town...and they were great recommendations! We'd definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Emily, Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
After having been in Tamarindo on vacation before and having stayed in other hotels, I can safely say that Villa Nautilus was the best place to stay! Amazing atmosphere, clean room, gorgeous amenity area to relax and enjoy the pool. The owners are welcoming, informative and great people. We had breakfast served by the pool one day. Easily the best breakfast we have ever had in Costa Rica. An easy walk to the beach, restaurants and convenience stores. I highly recommend Villa Nautilus and will be returning.

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Oklahoma, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great bed and breakfast style lodging.
This Villa is a perfect if you want affordable and safe lodging near the beach with a personal touch. This property is owned and ran by a very friendly French couple. It's located just a few minutes walk away from the beach and all the Tamarindo restaurants and shops. The property is surrounded by a tall fence and locked gate, to which you get a key for access. The breakfast each morning is made fresh for you with coffee, juice and fruit. Our room was located just off the living room and kitchen area so we did hear some of the commotion of the French family but it was not overwhelming nor excessive -- and they do have a couple more isolated rooms on the first floor. I would not hesitate to stay here again if we ever visit Tamarindo again.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location and Great Hosts
Pros: Nice Hosts Very close to beach, restaurants, and nightlife Great Villa for a relaxing stay Clean and surprisingly not as many mosquitos/bugs that I've seen in other places) Cons: (please note these cons will probably be found throughout all of Tamarindo unless you're staying at a High End Hotel. I've met and seen other peoples places and it is on par or better than what you will find throughout Tamarindo/Costa Rica) Choppy Wifi No TV

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly owner and staff. Very helpful in sharing great restaurant information and activities. Our room was at the corner of house, entrance to room was not easily accessible, making it difficult at night as it is dark walking on the side of the house. Sensory light comes on, but not until you've already at your door. Found cockroaches in the bathroom, appears to come out late at night. Overall, did not feel very comfortable.