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Barceló Tambor

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Children's activities
Indoor wedding
On the beach

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • All inclusive
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 736
AED 832 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room (Level Superior)

Highlights

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

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

Superior Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Tambor, Nicoya, Paquera, Puntarenas, 60105

What's nearby

  • Parque Nacional Curu - 14 min walk
  • Los Delfines Golf & Country Club - 2 min drive
  • Romelia Wildlife Refuge - 11 min drive
  • Montezuma Beach - 34 min drive
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Gitanos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Tucan - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Miyako - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Rancho - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Pizza - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Barceló Tambor

Upscale all-inclusive hotel connected to the convention center
An adjacent golf course, a nightclub, and a swim-up bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Barceló Tambor. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a hot stone massage, or a manicure/pedicure at Spa, the onsite spa. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like volleyball and basketball. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 402 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and coffee/tea makers

All inclusive details

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 swim-up bar, 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Mini golf
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body treatments
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom (partially open)
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Barceló Tambor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barceló Tambor?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barceló Tambor?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Barceló Tambor?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Barceló Tambor?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include soccer, tennis, volleyball, and more.

Where is Barceló Tambor located?

Located in Paquera, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within 1 mi (2 km) of Parque Nacional Curu and Los Delfines Golf & Country Club. Montezuma Beach and Playa Curú are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Barceló Tambor Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 479 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 479 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 479 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 479 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 479 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I suggest better food, other than that ok
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was amazing for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time
Amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property landscaping is beautiful. Long lines at bars and guests confused where lines begin/end…perhaps some signage could clear the confusion
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

marcus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didnt like the dayguests,who only came for the food and alcohol, very loud and some were drunk
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kennetth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

MIGUEL ENRIQUE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-The personnel at reception were rude and the aea dedicated to persons with disabilities was not respected. -There were no hand towels nor facial tissues in the room when we arrived. -Shower towels were not changed every day, we had to ask for that -We noticed missing weet floor signals in many areas of the hotel during rainy days. -The main restaurant was overcrowded almost every day and there were not enough personnel to serve drinks.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, needs updating. Beach was somewhat dirty and plastic waste could be seen in the sand. Not the hotel's direct responsibility but cleaning campaigns in the area might help.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel offers a good balance of price, food, location and service. The rooms are clean and comfy. The food is excellent with many options. The drinks variety are also good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the hotel is very dated and could do with an upgrade, food was mediocre and there isn't anything close to the hotel anything touristy is a bit of a drive away.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Vandi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Stay Our stay at Barcelo Tambor was a major letdown. The resort is old and in disrepair—our mattress was literally coming apart at the seams, the bed was uncomfortable, and the pillows were lumpy. Housekeeping was nonexistent for three days, and despite asking four times, we never got clean towels. Requests took days to be answered. The food was disappointing—overcooked, fatty meat, and very limited options. The only decent reservation restaurant was the seafood/steakhouse. Otherwise, I stuck to fruit, salad, and rice and beans. Room service isn’t included, and even basic activities like playing pool cost extra. The resort was overcrowded with kids, even in bar areas, and personal space was not respected. Almost all guests were locals, and no employees spoke English except at check-in. If you don’t speak Spanish, this is not the place for you. Getting there was a hassle—we flew into San José, had to rent a car, take a ferry, and drive even more. Shuttles are an option but are longer & expensive. There’s not much nearby, though we did enjoy visiting Montezuma’s waterfall and swimming in the bioluminescence. Entertainment was subpar, resort was loud/party-club music til 1-3 am each day, drinks were only decent if you paid for premium, and overall, the experience was frustrating. I’ve stayed at many all-inclusive resorts, and this was by far the worst. I loved Costa Rica when we visited Liberia, but after this, I have no desire to return. Would not recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a quiet vacation. Great staff who are very friendly and accommodating non Spanish speaking clients.

10/10 Excellent

BULMARO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked every thing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked that there was so much to see and do on the property. All of the staff were outstanding.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blankae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tropical unique place, beautiful flowers, plenty of food, love the Parrot sanctuary.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heiner v

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old, buffet covered with flys, outside dining space,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service at the hotel I give 10 Stars
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Omar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No happy with food and beverages options
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Gabriel

We loved the ocean, sushi, tuna tartare. We were not impressed by the long queues at breakfast and lunch. Drinks limited.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good attention and services
The overall stay was very good. There was a lot of mess in the main reception, however, the premium level reception was much better. Everything else was excellent: meals, services, entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023