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Barceló Tambor

4.0 star property
All-inclusive Paquera hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention center

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Barceló Tambor is a great choice for your beach stay in Paquera. The outdoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, facials, and aromatherapy. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include a nightclub, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Free children's club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
The current price is $209
$236 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5

Room options

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room (Level Superior) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room (Level Superior)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Tambor, Nicoya, Paquera, Puntarenas, 60105

What's nearby

  • Parque Nacional Curu - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Los Delfines Golf & Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Montezuma Beach - 33 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 52 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Manzanillo Beach - 59 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU) - 10 min drive
  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 24 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 58.4 miles/94 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Cocobolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palenque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Tucan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Gitanos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Rancho - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Barceló Tambor

Barceló Tambor is a great choice for your beach stay in Paquera. The outdoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, facials, and aromatherapy. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include a nightclub, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

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

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 402 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Free children's club
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Mini golf
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

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.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló Tambor offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Barceló Tambor does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Barceló Tambor?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Barceló Tambor?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Barceló Tambor?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Barceló Tambor?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Barceló Tambor and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Barceló Tambor also has a nightclub and a fitness center, as well as spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Barceló Tambor?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Barceló Tambor have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Barceló Tambor like?

Barceló Tambor is located a short 11-minute walk from Parque Nacional Curu.

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Reviews

Barceló Tambor Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Food
Room
Drinks
Service staff
Entertainment
Family friendly
Buffets
Beach
Restaurant
Lunch

Reviews

6/10 Good

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
Kirstin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place
Jose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was fantastic !
William A., 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Beautiful, friendly people
Lillian, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Marc Rosny, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Felt so safe! Fully secure front gate, great view, comfy rooms
Jaclyn, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

exellent
Ronal, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The excursions with the animals on the property need to be in better condition ESPECIALLY THE HORSES. Any time we asked a question to the staff they seemed to be confused or just being indifferent about situations. The beach needs to be a little more cleaned up. There is a lot of rocks and branches. While the food was very flavorful the presentation was not great a lot of flies/bees in the food. The rooms need to be taken care of a bit more some had the light or the tv not working at all and the bathroom were also dirty.
THIANA, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

In my opinion, the food should be a little bit better, and at the bar, too many people wait to get something to drink.
Grazyna B, 7-night trip

4/10 Fair

The entertainment needs to improve. The beach area is not sand. It takes 3.5 hours to get to hotel from Liberia airport.
Xochitl, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This resort was amazing for the price!
Ana, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel!
Maria Elena, 7-night trip

2/10 Poor

The resort was beautiful but it wasn’t welcoming or accommodating for international tourists. Everything was in there native language Spanish and no of the staff spoke English
Katrina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had good time gloria took us for lapas lapario tour which was good experience and we had to move our last night from barcelo tambor a barcelo san jose.. we got helped by staff name Juvenal ortiz roman an abigail from front office.. and it saved our flight from missing.. it was great experience..it was our 3rd stay in 3rd country with Bercelo hotels. Suggestions more options in vegetarian and other food options would be nice..
Rakesh, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Thomas, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel was just okay. The food was not particularly good, and the cocktails were also lacking.
Edwin, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

I won’t go back to barcelo tambor ever again
Tomasz, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Todo excelente
sergio, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

We enjoyed Tambor Varcello so myst we stayed 3 mmextea bughts!
Frances, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great time

Amazing place
3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Rooms dated, staff not friendly and food below average
Stephen, 11-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for a quiet vacation. Great staff who are very friendly and accommodating non Spanish speaking clients.

4/10 Fair

The staff was rude at the front desk. We asked questions since it was our first time and were given the cold shoulder by staff.
Christian, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tropical unique place, beautiful flowers, plenty of food, love the Parrot sanctuary.
Blankae, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our second time at Barcelo Tambor. The staff was just as friendly and helpful as the previous time. This time we elected to ride the horses on the beach which was my wife’s life long dream, this was also excellent and thoroughly enjoyed.
michael, 3-night trip