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Hotel Tropicana

2.5 of 5
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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Hotel Tropicana
Ranked #21 of 24 hotels in Tamarindo
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santa rosa,ca
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118 reviews 118 reviews
57 hotel reviews
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137 helpful votes 137 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2012

tropicana needs work. and it appears that they are engaged in making improvements. Priced at $59 per night incl breakfast and taxes it is a deal in pricey Tamarindo. The rooms are very plain and small w/ terribly uncomfortable beds. There is air conditioning and hot water however but over-all the place borders on depressing! There is wi fi but... More

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Quebec City, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012

I just returned from two days at the Hotel Tropicana. the hotel was sold and new owners are simply brilliant ... they all washed thoroughly change them bedspread, they redid the garden feels they have the taste to work. Andrew at the reception was incredibly kind, he quickly responded to our requests. it shows that he loves what he does... More

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Cape Town, South Africa
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012

The position was excellent, just across the road from the beach and within easy walking distance of all the shops and restaurants. It's also placed away from the busy street so its very quiet. The hotel has beautiful gardens and an amazing and clean pool. Linen, sheets and towels in bad need of replacing. The guy behind the reception desk... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

Good location just across the road from the beach. Our 1st mistake was paying for our room before we looked at it. The 1st room the bed was full of hair. The 2nd room we tried the sheets were wore right thru....mostly held together by threads and garbage on the floor.tried to get our money back and had a tough... More

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new orleans, la
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

We only stayed 2 nights thankfully. They didn't have our reservations the staff was very unfriendly rooms very dirty, broken tiles in the bathroom, the hotel as a whole was not maintained. No restaurant the use to be bar was rusted and falling apart. If the staff had been friendly it wouldn't have been easier to take. Yes it was... More

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Long Island
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 6, 2011

Stayed for 7 days in late November during low season when it was nearly empty. Pros: Price = $50/ day w/ bkfst; Location close to the beach. Large clean pool. Cons: Service & amenities - It's no Ritz Carlton, but you can't beat it for the money. Rooms are basic, grounds are nice. Would definitely recommend it for anyone looking... More

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Austin, TX
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2011

I went to Costa Rica with a group from my church. There were about 26 of us split between about 9 rooms. The rooms varied from completely fine (my room) to somewhat run down. There were ants in some of the rooms, but they didn't seem to bother anyone. When we first arrived, one room had a broken AC unit.... More

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Malaga, Spain
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2011

I stayed here for 7 days I found it very relaxing and quiet compared to the bustle of Tamarindo. The room was basic yet cosy and clean and with all the amenities like AC and Wifi. The surroundings are tranquil and relaxing and if you are luck you get to hear the owner sing some opera at breakfast !!

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2010

Hello All Yes I was one out of meny that got stranded by the ash claud from island. and because I couldn't go home I had to find a hotel that was both central, good and low priced, and I can only say the tropicana is all that. it helps if you speak spanish because most of the help doesn't... More

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Chile
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2010

We arrived there because the taxi from Tamarindo Airport drove us there. From the outside the place looks nice and more expensive than what really is. When we enter the reception is very basic and ugly. The price for a room for 2 was USD 40 with breakfast included. For 2 rooms (1 person per room) we got a price... More

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Additional Information about Hotel Tropicana

Also Known As:
Tropicana Hotel Tamarindo
Address: Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Guanacaste > Tamarindo
Amenities:
Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#11 On the Beach Hotels in Tamarindo
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)

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