Title: Barceló Tambor Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Barceló Tambor Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Barceló Tambor ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers - Barceló Tambor (Paquera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/795300/795208/948d516f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/889b0da6-ade9-4927-957a-8564bf834dd8-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![On the beach - Barceló Tambor (Paquera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/795300/795208/w3840h2101x0y3-9b460a37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden - Barceló Tambor (Paquera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/795300/795208/w3840h2557x0y3-fc93d2bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Barceló Tambor (Paquera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/795300/795208/86525e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a nightclub and a swim-up bar at Barceló Tambor. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a hot stone massage or a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a poolside bar and a terrace. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - All-inclusive - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £191 includes taxes & fees 11 Feb - 12 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=795208&PinnedHotelID=795208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Room ![Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/795300/795208/w3837h2557x3y3-db4e8e60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 7.0 Good 41 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Ceiling fan Hairdryer Bathrobes - 398 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Premium Room (Level Superior) ![Premium Room (Level Superior) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/795300/795208/w3836h2556x4y4-185aec33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room (Level Superior) 7.0 Good 10 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Ceiling fan Hairdryer Bathrobes - 398 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds - Beach view ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPaquera-Hotels-Barcelo-Tambor.h795208.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPaquera-Hotels-Barcelo-Tambor.h795208.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Paquera, Barceló Tambor is connected to the convention centre. While the natural beauty of Santa Teresa Beach and Parque Nacional Curu can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Los Delfines Golf & Country Club. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. [Visit our Tambor travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tambor.dx6052938) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.73605%2C-85.02000&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vnPbaWAHauNpNb-gXwI9O3up01s=) Playa Tambor, Nicoya, Paquera, Puntarenas, 60105 ### What's nearby - ![#Sunset #Pacific](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/850015e6-b895-4f28-9f0f-2c534b6d8e47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Montezuma Beach 33 min drive \- 10.1 miles - ![Anyone know the name of these trees?](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143929/566dfa61-0b6f-4c36-9e5f-baa4b3ba43d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Teresa Beach 52 min drive \- 17.8 miles - Parque Nacional Curu 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Los Delfines Golf & Country Club 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Manzanillo Beach 59 min drive \- 19.3 miles ### Getting around - Tambor (TMU) 10 min drive ### Restaurants - Bar Cocobolo 3 min walk - Palenque Bar 3 min walk - Bar Gitanos 5 min drive - Restaurante El Tucan 3 min walk - Restaurante El Rancho 3 min walk ## About this property ### Barceló Tambor Upscale all-inclusive hotel connected to the convention centre An adjacent golf course, a nightclub and a swim-up bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Barceló Tambor. Indulge in a body treatment, a hot stone massage and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as 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, along with sunloungers and a swim-up bar - Free self-parking - An outdoor tennis court, wedding services and a 24-hour front desk - Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and luggage storage - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 402 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Childcare services and free infant beds - Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers ### All-inclusive details This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site 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 Football Tennis Volleyball ### Lessons/classes/games Aerobics Dancing ### Entertainment Access to on-site nightclubs Access to off-site nightclubs On-site live performances ## Similar properties ![4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/692400/692315/170293ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive El Roble - Pool - Hot tub - All-inclusive - Spa 7.8 Good 1,136 reviews £161 includes taxes & fees 5 Feb - 6 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=692315&PinnedHotelID=692315&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54800/54703/ba9f3254.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort Jacó - 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Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant - A swim-up bar - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Basketball - Billiards/pool table - Children's pool - Free children's club - Full-service spa - Gym - Mini golf - Nightclub - Outdoor pool - Outdoor tennis court - Playground - Shopping - Volleyball ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Free children's club - In-room babysitting - In-room cot - Laundry facilities - Mini golf - Outdoor pool - Playground - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - On the beach - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Aromatherapy - Detox wraps - Facials - Hot stone massages - Hot tub - Manicures/pedicures - Reflexology - Sauna - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Free cot ### Bathroom - Bidet - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, a smoke detector and a security system This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Barceló Tambor? ### Is Barceló Tambor pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Barceló Tambor? ### What time is check-in at Barceló Tambor? ### What time is check-out at Barceló Tambor? ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Barceló Tambor? ### Where is Barceló Tambor located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Barceló Tambor Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 166 8 - Good 162 6 - Okay 113 4 - Poor 63 2 - Terrible 47 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Karen 19 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great staff. Best location. Good value. ##### Karen Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### OLEKSANDR 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel and location, maybe slightly outdated but we liked tropical style of the hotel. The hotel is oriented mainly for Spanish speaking people. ##### OLEKSANDR Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Thomas 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### 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 Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Stephen 24 Apr 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rooms dated, staff not friendly and food below average ##### Stephen Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael 11 Jan 2025 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. ##### michael Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan 2 Jan 2024 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. ##### Juan Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Nathalie 25 Jul 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities While this property has a very nice pool and beach, the service was very minimal, facilities were outdated and our room was not in good condition. Check in took a long time because the desk was under staffed. We were provided minimal information about the property. We had 2 towels for 3 people, the phone did not work, and there was mold in the bathroom and shower. The sink was not draining, and we found a dead bug on the floor when we arrived. Sheets were stained. Food wasn’t great and the only reason I am not rating it one star is because of the outdoors. ##### Nathalie Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Melissa 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service The property is on the older side but was very clean and mostly well kept for what it is. The buffet was not very good. Minimal options and if you asked for anything you wouldn’t see the staff again. Example, pancakes with no options for syrup. Overall it felt safe and most staff was fairly friendly. There was zero effort on the part of most staff to attempt to speak English. It was all in Spanish. I’m always up for learning and practicing a new language, but the shows, kids club and any outdoor activities there was no English at all. ##### Melissa Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joshua 22 Jun 2024 Getting onto the resort our car check in was thorough, which gave us a sense of security during our stay. We booked a room with one king bed, but were given a room with two queens pushed together. There was a nice hammock attacked to our room which was private and had a beautiful view of the water, but the room itself was slightly dirty. The pool was beautiful!! Our only complaint was that they closed the pool at 7pm so swimming was often cut too early. The food was... ok. There were plenty of options but the quality was not what you would think for an all inclusive. ##### Joshua Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### DAVID 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service #### Disappointing & poorly run. Only book if v cheap! Lovely location and good facilities but poorly run. - You queue to check in, you queue to eat, you queue to get a drink, you queue to report problems to reception. Why you need to get up before 7a.m. to queue to reserve an a la carte restaurant makes no sense. - There was no running water for 12 hours during our stay. No explanation and no sight of the hotel management. - Tambor beach is lovely, but remote. There is little phone coverage and the hotel wi-fi is pathetic. - Not sure why the children’s entertainment at 8pm is turned up with such amplification so you get the full audio experience of the Okey Kokey whilst eating in the restaurant. On the positive side the beach is gorgeous and the hotel itself and rooms are good. Especially impressive are the food & beverage staff who must fight what verges on a losing battle all day supplying food & drink for all the guests. ![50 minute queue at 7.00 a.m. to reserve an a la carte restaurant](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A3BB034C47393B5F84CEB992092078798AC175F01741628039348.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### DAVID Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Brandon 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was not friendly upon arrival and check-in, service at the bars was slow and unfriendly. The food was ok but all the restaurants that we went to had basically the same things other than the entree. The pool was warm like a hot tub, not cool and refreshing. The beach was rocky. The room was dated and our toilet and shower didn't work properly. Luckily it was in beautiful Costa Rica which made up for everything and the tour that was offered to Tortuga Island was awesome, with a great staff and food!! ##### Brandon Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### amy 7 Mar 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The property grounds were nice and there was wildlife everywhere. The pool was great as well as the landscaping. The food was average or below compared to most other all inclusive resorts i have stayed at but there were many options to choose from and you could always find at least a few things that were decent at the buffet. The entire resort is catered to locals which was a cool experience except for all the shows and activities were in Spanish only. They seemed great and as long as you speak spanish but my family does not and the it didn't keep the kids interest. The customer support team was extremely helpful and the staff was friendly. We enjoyed our time but if i were to book it again i would choose a different resort. Last time to costa rica i stayed at the rui and stayed at secrets and visited the riu... both of which i would recommend over the barcelo because of the food and language barrier. Over all we enjoyed our stay. ##### amy Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Baishali 17 Aug 2024 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The reception area was nice. The restaurant staff were (mostly) very good. The reception staff were very good. The bar staff were not good. They all looked thoroughly grumpy all the time, as though they didn't want to serve anyone ever. Only at the lobby bar in the evenings were the staff pleasant. At all bars the drinks were weak, poor quality and the cocktails bad tasting. Their idea of rose wine was to mix red and white. The hotel was fine, the rooms are dated but clean and the air con worked well. I don't like all the disclaimers you have to sign about not being sick in the pool or rooms and the associated fines - how much are they allowing people to binge drink that this happens often enough that all guests have to sign waivers? You see the bar staff just pouring endless quantities of liquors into people's own flasks and then wonder why people are smashed drunk and sick??? Yet it takes forever to get served just one glass of something if you are behaving normally. There are nice features at the hotel - mini golf, a climbing wall for kids, trampoline and a nature park with lots of parrots to see. The playground would be nice but it's very broken and needs repairing in lots of places. You can't swim in the sea because of crocodiles and stingrays. It's also quite pebbly and not soft sand. The food was pleasant but limited choice and rather bland. The hotel is very far from being a 5 star. Our family rates it 3\* at best. I wouldn't come back. ##### Baishali Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent place ##### Jose Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ryan 13 Dec 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness Good staff. Out dated. ##### Ryan Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William A. 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was fantastic ! ##### William A. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lillian 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful, friendly people ##### Lillian Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marc Rosny 5 Aug 2025 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 Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaclyn 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Felt so safe! Fully secure front gate, great view, comfy rooms ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fc8d5ebf-ecff-442f-80ae-8f4b3d18ce9c-1750996909404.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6246218d-e3fc-414b-9bb0-1e588c499924-1750996909878.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f5886436-4458-40c1-98b2-7fc739cd4a8c-1750996942415.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jaclyn Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronal 15 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities exellent ##### Ronal Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### THIANA 8 Nov 2025 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 Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Xochitl 25 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The entertainment needs to improve. The beach area is not sand. It takes 3.5 hours to get to hotel from Liberia airport. ##### Xochitl Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Grazyna B 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities In my opinion, the food should be a little bit better, and at the bar, too many people wait to get something to drink. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/03560b75-a530-47b8-86da-02a230b08261-1753640578479.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Grazyna B Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ana 11 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This resort was amazing for the price! ##### Ana Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Katrina 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, amenities The resort was beautiful but it wasn’t welcoming or accommodating for international tourists. 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