SoulShine

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Suite | Living area
Exterior
Deluxe Suite | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Tamarindo, Guanacaste
  • Place, Avellanas Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Design Cabin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Villa

  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

SoulShine

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a children's pool, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk.
SoulShine offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at SoulShine, you'll be within walking distance of Avellanas Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a gift shop, laundry facilities and multilingual staff
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11 minutes by car from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and 13 minutes from Playa Langosta
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Pets welcome free of charge
SoulShine offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at SoulShine. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
SoulShine has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Roll-in shower (120 centimetre wide)
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

SoulShine Hotel
SoulShine Tamarindo
SoulShine Hotel Tamarindo

SoulShine Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super team from owners to reception desk and restaurant. Fantastic food and drinks- amazing pool and facilities. Top marks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great staff, good food, quiet vibe helped me to enjoy my spiritual practice. Will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
AMAZING!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is such a beautiful spot. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The rooms were clean and inviting. The restaurant at the hotel has delicious food and there are several other restaurants within walking distance. The area is pretty remote and natural.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was very helpful, will definitely be staying here again on my next trip
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and staff was gracious! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Amenities
Our room was super clean. The grounds were lush and jungle like. True rainforest vibes. The staff were so helpful. They arranged our taxi from the airport and a massage by the pool. The breakfast at their restaurant was beyond explanation. It was so different yet phenomenal. Great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was very enjoyable, breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Water flow was unpredictable. Pool area a bit rundown and not enough chairs. Rooms could use updating. Landscaping was not on same level as other places we stayed at. Staff was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful place
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lady at front desk was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeramie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I enjoyed the staff and surf hut that I stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really loved our stay; very small and cozy. Lovely grounds and a great vibe!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, breakfast was delicious, the owners were excellent, and the beach was amazing. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners and staff were hospitable, friendly and always so accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at SoulShine! The accommodations were perfect, the grounds and pool are beautiful, and the staff is amazing. The beach is a short walk away and is great for swimming and surfing, and the sand is so soft. We highly recommend Soul Shine and would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Great place and fabulous food!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rony

Great vibe and location, the restaurant serves great food, and the stuff is super friendly. Highly recomended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

This property is not only beautiful, but definitely has a lot of soul. The location is amazing and the owners were so personable and inviting. The food was amazing as well. I will definitely stay there again and I highly recommend this beautiful boutique hotel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peyton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff! So clean! Great food. Will go back again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay felt super authentic to Costa Rica, fantastic vibe and friendly owners, we arrived late in the evening and was no problem. Fabulous breakfast the best eggs and tortillas ever.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Boho Chic Vibes

Our stay at SoulShine was amazing! We were in town for two days and had an incredible time. The hotel is walking distance to pretty much everything and is in a sleepy little beach town :) we walked to the beach and restaurants right from our room and loved that there was a pool to cook down in as well! On top of the beautiful room, the gardens were gorgeous and we saw a ton of wildlife in the property and nearby! We hope to come back again and will definitely recommend it to friends visiting the area as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a quaint property and has a great feel to it. It kind of grows on you. Don't go with an expectation that it's a 3 star hotel (as Google Shows) and you will enjoy. The restaurant at the hotel serves amazing food. The breakfast was incredible but expensive. But so is food everywhere around in the area. The beach is beautiful and secluded. It's a woman owned business and the owner is lovely. We enjoyed our time and would stay again if we go back to Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is laid out so everyone has a little hut with an outdoor shower and seating area- it is very quiet, including the general area itself. Playa Avellanas is a very quiet town because it is so small. Staff is very nice and knowledgeable of the area and getting around to the different towns along the coast. They even have property cats! The only thing is their beds aren't that comfortable, including their pillows- they seems way too small and no support.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023