Name: Pacific Kalokairi Adults Only
Address: 2 Km East Del Banco Nacional, Tamarindo, 50309, CR

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Malcolm

This was one of the most unique places we have ever stayed. The staff was excellent. The rooms were great. The breakfast was light and gets you going. The spa was great and the pool was perhaps the best we have ever been in. The staff is accommodating and made our honeymoon truly special.
One thing, do not leave any food items open in your room, the insects will find a way. That was completely our fault. :-)

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Apr 2026

Shannon

We had our own private oasis. It was nice after a red eye flight to have a quiet calm intimate place to relax. Virginia and her dog made our entire time so special. The minor note was the rooms were hot. The AC had a hard time keeping up with the hot heat. Drinks were good! Food was good. Views were amazing.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2026

Chiemelie

Everything was great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2026

William

Everything was perfect. The property, staff and food was exceptional.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Sriram

Staff was extremely and extraordinarily helpful.

A/C was not effective specifically when it’s hot. Also in the common dinning area. Had to sit under it. Lounging Chairs should be in the balcony and chairs in the room should be upright to drink coffee, Water bottles should be 2 at least for 2 people. Bathroom drain was clogging in our room. Hooks to hang clothes or towels.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2026

Laura

A beautiful and tranquil setting, with a staff that exemplifies exceptional customer service. They always made us feel welcome and were genuinely happy to help. The food was top-tier—carefully prepared, dainty, and personalized. Every detail was thoughtfully executed, and it was truly appreciated.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

Julia

Had the most incredible birthday stay here with my boyfriend. Carlos and Virginia felt like family by the end of the trip, greeting us every night and morning with warmth and hospitality.

Breakfast everyday was delicious and fresh! Had an amazing massage, spent time by the pool, unwound in the coziest rooms at night. Cant recommend more- the location was a 5-10 minute drive from downtown Tamarindo- we were so glad we were just outside of the bustling town, but close enough to every restaurant and beach we wanted. Missing our home away from home!! And shoutout to the sweetest pup- Charlie!! His sweet smile and licks were the best way to start every day.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2025

Maria

Beautiful property, excellent views, and great staff.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Dec 2025

Jazmine

The drive in does this place no justice. Once reaching the hotel it is absolutely beautiful, overlooking Tamarindo and the ocean. The infinity views are unbelievable as are the suites. There is an airbnb feel to it because of how private the suites are, feels like a retreat or a private getaway, and the staff is ready to serve at every opportunity. Carlos was awesome, he gave us a seamless check in experience and the dinner was delicious! Hard to say what the best part of this stay was but Virginia was amazing as well. Excellent with our breakfast orders - fresh fruit and juice daily with the best jam ever, excellent pool service, and Marta and Helen gave the best massages and facials of our lives. 100% recommend every part of this stay - suite, breakfast, dinner, massages, pool - and would stay again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2025

Shannon

This was a perfect find. If you’re looking for peace & quiet this is the place. There are 8 treehouse like huts that offer privacy & are spaced out. If you love nature and seek privacy & to be away from the crowds then look no further! It’s close enough to town, so when you do venture out, you wont need to drive far. I recommend exploring the area & beyond. To do so without a worry you will need a 4x4. The owners are very nice & are happy to accommodate in any way. We will definitely be returning when we come back to the

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2025

Kay

Gorgeous hotel

We had a wonderful stay. Easy drive into town, beautiful room and pool. The highlight was the incredible food. The chef was excellent and we were able to take a cooking class from him!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2025

Brian

The owners and staff made our stay extremely welcoming, and they constantly went above and beyond. The rooms are designed very well and we will be visiting again. We already miss Charly the dog host. Amazing food and beautiful salt water pool… highly recommend!
~Brian and Margaret

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2025

Ana

This property is absolutely wonderful! And the staff is even better! Highly recommend staying here!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2025

Kim

Amazing retreat!

4/10

Poor

18 Feb 2025

mark

Location and amenities over priced

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2025

Kim

The staff was amazing and the resort is beautiful and spotless! Great breakfast… would love to see more muffins and croissants offered. Dinner options are very European, and elegantly presented. Would recommend going into Tamarindo for dinner/lunch options as well! LaGosta Beach Club is a must for a beach day!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2025

Kim

Love this retreat in Costa Rica! The best staff ! So helpful and attentive! Will go back again soon!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2025

Ken

A fantastic relaxing experience! The entire staff and family owned friendliness were all incredible and they took care of every imaginable detail with great care and consideration..Would highly reccommend staying at this beatiful retreat if visiting Tamarindo CR...Charlie made us feel the creature comforts we left at home : )

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2025

Kendall

The Perfect Getaway

My husband and I were excited to escape for the holidays, and Pacific Kalokairi exceeded our expectations. This isn't your typical hotel; the rooms are spread out across the stunning property, ensuring privacy with no shared walls. The rooms are modern, clean, comfortable, and full of natural light. Each morning, we had coffee on our patio, listening to the birds and howler monkeys.

The on-site restaurant, managed by a 5-star chef, was a major highlight of our stay. We dined there for nearly every meal during our 7-day visit, and each dish was thoughtfully crafted and exquisite.

The hotel staff—Virginia, Carlos, Hernán, Maria, and Charly (the sweetest hotel \"guard\" dog)—welcomed us like old friends, making our departure even more difficult.

Just a 6-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo, it's easy to explore the area at your leisure. We highly recommend renting a 4wd to discover the beautiful beaches beyond Tamarindo.

We can't wait to go back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2024

Tyler

10 out of 10 - Immaculate

I cant say enough about this place, we only stayed for one night at the end of a week long trip all over Costa Rica, this place is a paradise. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. The property is in immaculate shape inside and out, the yard and pool are kept clean, the room was spotless. You get what you pay for is very true, its a little more expensive than others in the area, but the privacy, the beauty, the comfort, and the service are well worth the price.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Nov 2024

Hagit

rooms were good, hotel itself is basic. 1 small pool and that is it.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2024

Muhammad

Carlos was a great host. Very peaceful and just about a 7 minute drive from town

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2024

Samantha

I want to keep this place a secret to myself. I don’t normally write reviews. But this place is so magical that I have to. I was immediately messaged after I booked the hotel. They arranged transportation for me from the airport. It is my first time to Costa Rica. And I travelled solo. I have never felt so safe. The minute you walk into the property, you are well taken care of. I could literally turn off my mind, and let them take care of things for me. They helped me books a surf lesson. The instructor was excellent ! I stood up on the board ! The food is out of this world. I tried the tapas tasting menu. I loved it so much that it’s like I am in Spain. (The chef is from Spain!). They helped me booked yoga classes. The studio is 2 min walk from the hotel. They arranged their own shuttle services for their guests to town. So I did not have to worry about transportation when I was there. The staff are extremely attentive and helpful. They can predict what you need and take care of it for you before you even ask. This is a paradise. Don’t even have to think and just book it. I will surely come back !

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2024

David

Location is nice and secluded from the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo but still only a few minutes away. Ideal for both my wife and myself as resort was extremely peaceful and set back in the forest/jungle. Howler monkeys make a great alarm clock!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2024

Jorge

Best service by an attentive staff. Beautiful accommodations!

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2024

Daniel

Staff was phenomenal! After some travel difficulties they waited for me and my wife to arrive the night we flew in. Their recommendations for places to see were always spot on. Charlie was the number one staff member!! Carlos and Virginia were always happy to answer questions and let us know about different areas to visit. Will definitely be going back when we travel to Costa Rica again.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2024

George

Very nice place. Just in the middle of nowhere. Cabs to and from town have to deal with a steep, dirt, bumpy, rock-filled road (one night we almost couldn't find it). And because of its isolation, not even able to walk around outside the 10-room facility.
But the room, pool, staff, and included breakfasts were exceptional.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2024

Karen

Pacific Kalokairi exceeded our expectations with it's secluded location, impressive accommodations and savory food. The staff was incredibly attentive, courteous and made every effort to ensure we had a wonderful and unforgettable stay. Thank you Virginia, your family, Carlos, Chef and Charly! Pura Vida!

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

09 Apr 2024

Laura

Bugs, hair, and HORRENDOUS customer service

To summarize - we left within 3hrs due to bugs + hair in the bed and on other surfaces. We kindly asked for a new room, then a refund- we were denied. Do not be fooled by the good reviews - if your experience is anything like ours, you will regret booking this place. I explained the whole situation on other sites, so i'll keep it short here.

We complained about the bugs and were called liars by the manager, Virginia. We were more than amendable, but were treated SO horribly I am still in shock. I am looking forward to Virginia's response to this review, as she tends to gaslight her customers who write less than favorable things.

In addition to bugs, an obvious deal breaker - theres some things about this hotel you should know that also add up to a less than \"exceptional\" experience.
1) The \"jungle view\" room is of a dumpster.
2) There was hair on multiple pillows
3) The AC did not work after 3 hours, it was still 80+ degrees in the room. Another review mentions they turn it off after cleaning. It's not powerful enough to cool down after a full day not on.
4) The road to the hotel does not have directional signage and is difficult, even for the experienced Costa Rican driver.
5) The \"free shuttle\" is for 9 am, 3 pm and 9 pm. Any other time is a twelve dollar one way trip.
6) The restaurant closes at 9 PM. Essentially, lights out, if you choose to take the 9 PM shuttle back

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2024

Tyana

Every staff was nice and friendly and the hotel is so pretty, safe and quiet.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2024

Annette

Super relaxing and quiet stay- great views!

Lovely small, privat and quiet hotel. This hotel is for you if you prefer a bit more remote retreat with the chance to go into Tamarindo and on the beach for bits of your stay and otherwise prefer secluded and quiet with a fabulous view. That’s what we were looking for and we definitely found it here. Super relaxing! Delicious food and lovely owners and staff including resort dog Charlie ❤️

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2024

Brandon

Great quiet retreat!

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2024

oxana

I strongly recommend this hotel for people who like excellent location, great service, close to nature, amazing food and private place.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2024

Wallace

The views were amazing! We woke up two mornings to 15 monkeys. They were so cute.

The food was 5 stars. They have an amazing chef! The staff is so helpful and really get to know you. You feel right at home.

The only thing we did not like about the area was the roads. Even with the roads being bad we would defiantly stay in this resort the next time we are in the area.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2024

Chanelle

I’ll first start by saying this hotel is beautiful! The rooms, the view, the staff were all very delightful. Virginia was THE best from booking, arranging airport transfer, assisted with booking excursions as well as helped with locating an officiant. My only negative is the location. Kalokiari is situated in a very under developed area, about 10 mins from Tamarindo. Most of the drivers complained/were not enthused to service the location due to the road conditions where it’s located. I’ll say this, don’t stay here during the rainy season as I’m sure the roads are much worse than when dry.

Overall, if you enjoy “privacy” (really seclusion), have some $$$ to spend, and want to wake up to a beautiful sunset via balcony, book it! The hotel offers free breakfast, they have good coffee and a chef on sight that prepares both a lunch and dinner for additional price (menus change daily). The water stayed hot, it was secured and staff remained accessible!

We will definitely be back to see Kalokiari again! Pura Vida my friends!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2024

Susan

Oh, where to start??! Pacific Kalokairi provides hospitality at the very highest level. We had such a fabulous experience. The staff is wonderfully friendly. It was like having a private concierge and private chef. They took care of everything we needed, from excursions to taxis to towels and shuttles, immediately and without hesitation. The rooms are gorgeous. The breakfasts and dinners were beyond delicious. The entire experience was warm, welcoming and friendly. Not at all pretentious or precious. We felt so comfortable with everyone there. It was unlike any vacation we’d ever taken before. On our last morning we had about 7-8 howler monkeys in the trees outside our room - what a treat to see them up close, like being in a game preserve. Also, we must mention we adored being greeted by Charley, the gentle giant black lab. There’s so much love at Pacific Kalokairi- we highly recommend vacationing in Costa Rica and staying there.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2024

Tracy

This beautiful property is located in the hills above Tamarindo with an amazing view of the ocean. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The guest accommodations are modern, spacious and private. We loved listening to the birds and the Howler monkeys and just enjoying the awesome view from our room. Relaxing poolside and cooling off in the infinity pool was a treat. Peaceful, quiet, elegant...Pacific Kalokairi is a sanctuary in this area. Highly recommended!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2024

Ivania

A Lucky Find!

We were so lucky to land at Pacific! We were desperate to find a new place to stay at the tail end of our stay in CR. We found Pacific Kalokairi and Virginia immediately treated us as family. The units are breathtaking and you feel as if you are on an island all by yourself. This is a hidden gem we were fortunate to find!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2024

Christopher

All positive

Booked this place without knowing the geography of Tamarindo too well. Tamarindo in a busy little town, and I really enjoyed being a short distance from it at Kalokairi. It’s a short walk from town in the hills. The view of the coast is stunning. The rooms are beautiful, and the staff is extremely kind. Only good things to say for this experience.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Feb 2024

Kendra

What an amazing hotel!

We felt like we were staying in a fancy bungalow on our family’s property.

The family who own and run this business truly put their hearts and souls into making the space beautiful, clean and peaceful.

The salt water infinity pool is perfect. There were days where we were the only guests who weren’t off on an adventure, so we had the pool (and bar) to ourselves.

The food and drinks were excellent. Quality that you would get at a 5 star resort or restaurant.

The (free/included) shuttle goes down to Tamarindo 4 times a day- 10AM, 3PM, 6PM and 9PM. If you want to go to town at different times , the hotel calls a taxi for you. The taxi is a short 5-10 min drive, and costs ~$12USD.

Highlights:
- service/staff; kind humans making sure you have everything you need
- Charlie/Charley (sp?) , the family/ resort dog , who is such a good boy
- Location- close to town (2kms), but in the jungle. Ocean view from the pool and balcony

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2024

Elizabeth

This place is a true serene escape. Very peaceful and the owners were incredibly kind and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2024

Darwin

My wife and I enjoy traveling and staying at places that are clean, scenic, and safe. This place exceeded our expectations. We stayed for a total of 4 nights. Virginia is very responsive through WhatsApp and answered our questions prior to and during our stay. She is kind and very friendly. We didn’t rent a car so we depended on the hotel shuttle to get to the city. If the times do not align with your plan for the day Virginia/her family can set up taxis to pick you up from a specific location to the hotel or vice versa. Which brings me to my only complaint - we were told by the hotel that it was $10 flat rate to the drop off point in the city. However there were two times where we were overcharged by the taxi driver. The rate has nothing to do with the stay itself/the hotel, but it was frustrating that there seemed to be a miscommunication between the taxi drivers and the hotel, which resulted in inaccurate information being conveyed to us. It wasn’t about the money, but rather the fact that we were thrown off about the cost.

Otherwise, fantastic hotel and incredible service. Would highly recommend!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2024

Naman

Excellent service, superb location away from the city noise with an excellent view...

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

10 Dec 2023

JAMES

The first word that comes to mind is exemplary. Virginia, and her family along with Marco provided the most excellent first experience in Costa Rica. From the moment I touched down till sendoff nine days later, I felt as if I was a guest in their home. The rooms and the views provided the much needed relaxation along with the amenities on the property(ie: cold plunge/ hot tub)

I will always recommend to any friends and family the Pacific Kalokairi when they visit Tamarindo Costa Rica. Thank you Virginia, Marco, and the entire staff for showing me what the Pura Vida life meant. God bless you all and praying for many blessings to you and your families!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2023

Holly Margaret

The owners are wonderful and always available to make sure you’re comfortable. They get to understand the nuances of each guest, truly wanting you to have a memorable and beautiful stay. The setting is gorgeous, the rooms completely private and the array of things to do outstanding. My partner and I walked into town each morning, which was magical. We cannot wait to return. Everything was great! Pura vida!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2023

Adam

Great property and fantastic service.......

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2023

Vivian Ying

The property is uniquely and beautifully designed. The staffs are super helpful and friendly. Wish the roads leading to the property from town center was walkable. More food options at the property would have been even better. Would have liked a hammock at the room balcony. Overall loved my stay and would definitely return again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2023

Matthew

The staff is really friendly and helpful. It's also close to Tamarindo, which has the beach and good dining and entertainment options.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2023

CYNTHIA

From Liberia Airport via a transfer arranged by the resort, I arrived at Pacific Kalokairi in dire need of relaxation. I was greeted warmly and shown to my gorgeous suite where I watched an incredible sunset over the ocean…the first of many. Thanks to my gracious hosts I was able to book a 2 hour massage and then spent many peaceful hours at the pool. I enjoyed delicious meals dining by the pool and/or having them delivered to my room. When I was rested and ready to go town a short drive away, they offered a shuttle service at specific times or arranged a taxi if I wanted to go or return at another time. As a family run establishment, they make you feel incredibly welcome like family, including their black lab Charlie! I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and would highly recommend it to anyone!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2023

Stacie

Absolutely amazing- beautiful surroundings, kind, welcoming staff/owners, extremely clean, tranquility all around- very spa like atmosphere.