Hotels near Playa Flamingo, Playa Flamingo

Top Notch Service, Impeccable Resort and Great Location for Exploring Property: The property is situated on the lovely shell beach of Playa Conchal, which is to say that the sand is fine grain crushed seashells and white in color, unlike many of the areas other black sparkling sand beaches. The lush vegetation is highly maintained and adorned with many of the animals and plants you likely booked your trip to Costa Rica to come see, including Iguanas, Monkeys, Coatis, Armadillos, Birds of many varieties and even the off Raccoon on occasion. It's laid out in such a way where no room is too far from the beach or the centralized pool, which is where the restaurants are all located. Rooms: Unique in setup and stylish in design, these rooms are really thoughtfully constructed with each room given either an outdoor patio or an enclosed patio with rocking chairs. Perfect place to have that cup of coffee and let the day's adventure come to you! The beds are the typical Westin Heavenly Beds, amazing in comfort that leaves you well rested and ready for the next day of Pura Vida! There were 4 of us in the room, 2 adults and 2 kids...each of us being able to find our own spot to get out of each other's way when we needed. Staff: This is a resort staff that's friendly, quick to meet your need and genuinely interested in your stay being the highest of quality. Seems like everyone actually likes working there! Spanish was appreciated, but not required if you are able to speak it. Beach: The beach provides a nice length to walk with sweeping views of the Pacific and the surrounding lush green hills. There are many massage vendors, but nobody was too pushy and you can even grab a horseback ride ($35/ 30 minutes) just beyond the hotel's beach entrance. Take advantage of the free water sports (non-electric) provided by the resort and paddle board or kayak your way into the bay for a knockout view like no other.

the best and i mean absolute best staff and vibes!! shout out to my guy ponytail/goatee, diego at the front desk and my man ivaan (who makes the worlds best spicy margaritas!!). i loved how everyone would connect and hang out in the evenings and how much fun i had every single day (currently staying in selina santa teresa north and its the exact opposite, no vibes and the staff is very unhelpful/rude). one thing i will say tho is the facilities could use a LOT of work - more cleanings in the bathrooms, some upgrades to the suites (i had a private micro and it was a windowless room with a bunk bed - no mirror, no rack to hang anything etc.) but this is definitely a management issue. overall, loved tamarindo so much! holds a special place in my heart always and forever