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Reviews of Ocho Artisan Bungalows 5 stars

300 meters south from 'SUPER 2001', Tamarindo, 50309 Tamarindo, Costa Rica

#30 of 56 hotels in Tamarindo

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 138 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    I can’t say enough about Ocho. The friendly staff from check in to leaving.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Zero complaints

    Beautiful property!!! Perfect little bungalows with a great restaurant and beach area!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    10
    Love this place, charming and personal. Luxury in the jungle by the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 13 nights

    Hard to find anything negative. You have to be prepared for what it is. This is not a polished hotel with marble floors. This is bungalows (really beautiful) in a nature setting. This means you get monkeys at night playing on the roof, they can be loud. You get racoons running around, but they dont bother you. This is Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

    We stayed at the hotel for two weeks, longer then most I think. The bungalows are wonderful and the place with the restaurant / bar by the beach is so nice. It is hip, it is alive, it is cool, it is groovy. This is the obvious place to go if you want to take a sun-downer and realax with a good drink and some nice music. Every now and then the manager himself was standing in the DJ both. The staff is so friendly and professional and always have time for a chat and they can help you with anything. We had time to walk the whole beach a couple of times, checking in other places, and I dare say, this is the best place by far. At morning when you sit down by the beach to order your breakfast, the birds sing in the trees above you and later in the day when you lie on the beautiful sun beds you have a good chance to see the local crocodile (!!) come out from the creek to enjoy the sun. Just dont go to close, he is big. Food is good, dinks are good, music is good, staff is good. This is the place.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clearly, being surrounded by nature, there were inevitably some mosquitoes bothering us at night.

    Our stay at Ocho Artisan in Tamarindo was absolutely wonderful! The beachfront location is unbeatable, with a beach club that is hands-down the best in Tamarindo, and a beautiful pool to relax in. Our bungalow was surrounded by lush nature, with plants and playful monkeys right outside — truly magical. A heartfelt thank you to Priscilla and Zula for always being attentive to our needs, and to the entire team for their constant smiles and warm hospitality. We can’t wait to come back!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    10
    Very enjoyable stay. Staff was very professional and treated us like family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful rooms. Amazing location. Everyone is super attentive. Great food. Great food and drinks. Pretty pool and deck. Loved our outdoor table and couches. We felt very welcome They went above and beyond to set a lovely table for our son’s birthday. Loved it!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2025

    8.0
    Beachfront artisttic bungalow on Tamarindo beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Pool Front Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only negative here is the level of noise from the Ocho Beach Club, that went from noon to 9pm daily. The noise carried to our villa, and was difficult to escape. We ended up eating at other restaurants outside of the property that had a quieter atmosphere for dinners. Would advise to consider the atmosphere and level of noise you are looking for prior to booking here. Without the noise issue would rate it a 5 star.

    Had a nice stay here in an ocean-view bungalow in the heart of Tamarindo Beach. Stayed 3 nights and really enjoyed the hospitality, amenities and wonderful beachfront location. The bungalows are artistically rendered, with A/C, very comfortable beds, and all the amenities one might need for a few nights. The location is close to everything and the beach club set-up is the best in the area with nice beach lounges and umbrellas. The wait staff were friendly and very accommodating for bar/food services on the beach. There is a nice peaceful dipping pool for guests that is practically on the beach and a bonus. There is even a resident crocodile (Coco) who visits the banks of the river outside that was fun to watch. They welcomed us with a drink upon arrival and helped us plan a fun boating activity.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2025

    8.0
    Fun experience. Great beachfront stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Eclectic design, creative and fun. Think Boho chic. Room was quiet. Staff were great. Right on the beach.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    10
    My stay was great I’d definitely stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I like the fact that it was at the beach.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2025

    9.0
    Overall great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Keep your bathroom door closed! Open air bathrooms are so cool, but LOTS of mosquitos! Housekeeping left our bathroom door open one day and we had to sleep with our heads under the covers to keep from being eaten alive.

    Very cool hippie/boho vibe at this boutique resort. Nice beach loungers and plenty of umbrellas. Beach front was awesome! Pool was very nice as well! Bungalows are tucked back in gorgeous greenery, quiet and private, even though the resort itself is just seconds from lots of shopping and restaurants. On site beach restaurant and beach bar with attentive servers. They even knew our names by the end of the first day! Gio was particularly awesome! Front desk personnel was very helpful in whatever we needed (Zulay and Priscilla).

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    8.0
    Had a great getaway!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beach was fine. The water definitely not the pretty blue that I had envisioned. Approached by way to many locals trying to sell stuff. There were a few things that contributed to me not giving an excellent rating for facilities but they really weren’t things that the staff would’ve been able to address during our stay.

    All of the staff were amazing, property was beautiful, food sooooo delicious. Loved that breakfast was included with stay.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Pool Front Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night

    very artistic hotel at a nice location, on the beach, nice sunset

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    10
    Ocho Bungalows is Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Pool Front Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Amazing location with even better staff. Pictures do grounds, no justice. Its so beautiful here! We loved our stay and only wish we stayed longer.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2025

    10
    Beautiful location with outstanding staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle and Ocean View Bungalow
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great staff, beautiful location. Mauricio, Marco, Zulay, Pri and Lourdes are the best!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle and Ocean View Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing staff! Food was great! Atmosphere very cool.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    8.0
    A spacious, sunny escape with great food, great service - almost pura vida perfection!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Ocean View Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights

    We had a lovely stay at the resort overall - the property is well-maintained, the service was great, and the location is absolutely beautiful. One thing to note is that the main restaurant is situated on a public beachfront. From Thursday to Saturday, there's a DJ from Ocho playing high-volume electronic music from around noon to 9pm. It's a lively scene with lots of people eating, drinking, and dancing — definitely a fun vibe if you're traveling with friends or looking for a party atmosphere. However, if you're a couple seeking a more tranquil, serene getaway, the beach area can feel quite busy and noisy, especially with other loud music sources nearby. It's worth considering what kind of holiday experience you're after — this might be perfect for some, but a bit too noisy for others.

    We had a fantastic stay! The villa was spacious and super comfy, with a big bathroom and a hot tub that was perfect for winding down. The bed was decent. The pool was a total highlight: clean, with cool water features, never too busy, and we always snagged a lounge chair (there aren’t tons, but enough to go around). Service was top-notch — the staff were all lovely, super friendly, and attentive. For a resort at this level, daily water delivery to the room would be a nice touch (even just in a glass jug!), but everything else was spot on. Breakfasts were great, and good restaurant food overall. Location-wise, it’s hard to beat: gorgeous beach, soft clean sand, fun waves for swimming, and great people-watching. Just a short stroll to Tamarindo town for restaurants, shops, and all kinds of activities. Loved being in the heart of the action while still feeling tucked away in a relaxing space!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2025

    10
    We had a great time. The facility was clean and beautiful and the staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating. Thank
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and accessible to surrounding community. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    8.0
    Loved the atmosphere and the service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could use better bedding and sheets

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2025

    10
    A beautiful ending to our trip!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was very Zen like with all the foliage surrounding the area. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Pricilla made our stay even more special with her attentiveness. The wait staff equally as impressive!! Paulo stands out to us, so warm.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bungalow was amazing, the staff was so accommodating and friendly, the grounds were maticulously manicured, and the location was perfect.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    8.0
    Very much enjoyed our stay the breakfast deal could be better
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast could be better. No regular tea or coffee

    Very exclusive and beach was nice

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Located Right on Tamarindo Beach, Excellent food Great Staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2025

    10
    Every aspect was exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Ocean View Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing staff!!! Amazing food! Best location to town! One of the best places we have ever stayed

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2025

    8.0
    The grounds are nicely kept and bungalows have a rustic charm. The staff is the best.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough beach chairs

    Location, grounds, AND THE STAFF !

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2025

    10
    Great place to stay in Tamarindo.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights

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    Ocho Bungalows are perfectly located right at the beach, but you feel like you are in the jungle. We had a fantastic time. The bungalows are wonderfully decorated, the staff was nice and helpful. The beach bar is great and the food was fantastic. Great place to stay in Tamarindo.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2025

    10
    Fantasy beach bungalow
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Jungle View Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    When we first arrived, I was concerned about the unkept road leading in and the small reception area. Don't let that concern you. Once you have checked in, you will be escorted through the magical resort to your accommodations. Prepare to be impressed!

    What a beautiful little hideaway nestled beachside within walking distance to nearly everything. Staying here was a dream come true, and more than I had ever imagined. Our bungalow was incredibly charming and fully equipped with everything required for a leisurely stay. Every detail of our accomodations was so comfortable and inviting that I wanted to just stay in the room and soak up the atmosphere. However, the beach was so beautiful, we couldn't resist. The restaurant was absolutely amazing, and served the finest tuna that I have ever had! The staff and the owner were so very attentive, offering personalized service. I had such an amazing time at this resort, that I am planning another trip back to the very same place.

    Stayed in November 2024

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