Hostels in TAMARINDO, COSTA RICA

City Tamarindo in Costa Rica

Tamarindo, located in the Province of Guanacaste is famous for surfing and a variety of eco tourist activities. The long and attractive beach breaks offer the right conditions for surfing. Plenty of outdoor fun in the form of diving, snorkelling horse riding, biking and hiking also lie in wait in this picturesque destination in Costa Rica.

History
An erstwhile Spanish colony, Costa Rica rebelled against Spain in 1800, which witnessed turmoil and bloodshed. In 1986, Costa Rica elected its first president, who brought peace and stability to the region. Tamarindo is a city in the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica and is a popular tourist destination by virtue of its spectacular beaches and surfing spots.

Popular Places
Though Tamarindo flaunts some of the best beaches including the Pllaya Avellanas, which is situated near the popular surfing spot of Playa Negra, where you can surf, sun bathe or swim.  Though surfing is undeniably the most popular option in this city, there are many more interesting activities like community poker where you can mingle with the fun loving locals. Walking, hiking or biking is great options to explore the forests and to enjoy the wild life.

The famous national park of Parque Nacional Rincon de la Vieja displays the diverse ecosystem of this region at its pristine best. Dotted with waterfalls, verdant greenery and hot springs, this park is a popular picnic spot. Watch the leather back turtles nesting in the Parque Nacional Marino las Baulas during the months of October through February. There are salt water jungles, where you can enjoy kayaking, bird watch or unwind after a strenuous time out.

Getting Around
Tamarindo is a small city, where most of the attractions are placed close by and well within walking distance. If you have the time and the temperament for it exploring the city by foot would be a great option. Local buses are economical and convenient. Rental cars, taxis, ferry and boat rides are some of the other travel options in this city, a guide to easy travel is to have some change handy to pay for your travel.

Places of Entertainment
Tamarindo has a casual and carefree vibe and has many discos, lounges and bars that ensure a night long of fun and excitement. It has become a popular party hub and if you are lucky you could even spot celebrities on the beach or in the discos having a good time out. 

Do not miss out some of the popular night hang out and bars including the Yucca Bar where you can sample some of the best drinks and enjoy a spell of rock and roll music. There are many Spanish language schools in this city where you could pick up this rich language. Handy beginners course of only a few hours to a much more comprehensive advanced course are offered.

Accommodation Options
From cheap youth hostels to budget hotels, Bed & Breakfast, guesthouse, motels and inns, there are many options to consider in this city.

Currency
Costa Rican colon (CRC) is the currency of Tamarindo. You need to pay in local currency and exchange facilities are in place in travel agencies and banks, check the news and internet for the latest exchange rates.

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