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Reviewed January 11, 2009

Our visit in the two weeks leading up to Christmas was our fourth time to Tango Mar in almost 20 years, and we still find it a very special place to stay. This time we rented a two bed-roomed villa on the Tango Mar property, separate from the hotel; previously we have stayed in the hotel’s Tikki Suites and in its Robinson Crusoe villa.
We drove a large 4x4 from San Jose to Puntarenas, where we caught the ferry to Paquera, and drove for another 30 minutes or so to Tango Mar. The road is now fully paved (it hadn’t been in the past!) and the drive was not difficult.
Construction of the new spa, reception, kitchen and bar/restaurant was reaching completion – the new kitchen and restaurant opened on Christmas Eve and the reception and bar area are stunning! It was so good to see 21st Century design and engineering being put to very effective use in this unique location.
Up until the new kitchen and restaurant was ready, dinner was served in the poolside restaurant. Nevertheless, chef Christian and his enthusiastic team delivered a different and widely varied menu every evening and the food is unquestionably the best in this part of Costa Rica. Portions are also substantial, and it is amazing that such high quality food is available so far from San Jose. It also has a decent wine list, including one of our favourite Italian wines! The service too was very friendly and efficient at all times of the day. The restaurant, bar and kitchen staff are a credit to themselves and to the owners!
Tango Mar also has strong and free WiFi access throughout the hotel, and although we did not have the chance to try out the new spa, we hope to do so on our next visit.

Date of stay: December 2008
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Reviewed August 11, 2008

This hotel promised more than it delivered. First the good news. We stayed in a tropical suite, which was nice because it had a semi-private pool and sundeck. The ceiling fan and a/c kept the room quite comfortable despite the humidity outside. And after a few days, the 87 steps from the ground up to the room weren't so hard to take. Breakfast is included in the price of the room, and it's a buffet. There was usually plenty of food, but sometimes they ran out of the healthier cereal or some of the hot foods. Some of the foods were also a bit greasy, but overall it was a decent buffet.

We took an excursion to the Curú Wildlife Reserve, which was quite beautiful. We also did some snorkelling, also worthwhile. The trip to Tortuga Island, though, was a bit of a washout. You have to pay for a beach chair and pay to use the bathroom. There's a gift shop and boats and jet-skis to rent. The water is crowded with powerboats (like the one we came in on) and masses of tourists. The beach is better than at Tango Mar (more on that later), but a bit too crowded for my taste. I would not recommend the Tortuga Island excursion, but would highly recommend Curú. Our guide was terrific.

Now the bad news. There is absolutely nothing within walking distance, so you are at the mercy of the hotel's shuttle to go anywhere. We ended up eating in Montezuma ($25 one-way) so we wouldn't have to eat at Tango Mar again, but it was a nice day out just to hang in Montezuma for the afternoon. It's a kick-back kind of town, not much to do, but then we didn't want to do much. It's good for some shopping, a few drinks, people-watching, and some great food at the restaurant closest to the beach. They advertise paella - by all means order it! Then order a pizza to go a few shops down and bring it back for lunch the next day - yum!

Back to Tango Mar. The hotel is undergoing drastic renovations, and that's where the bad news really starts. The formal dining room, Cristobal, is closed so we were stuck eating at the poolside restaurant for every meal, which serves mediocre food at an inconsistent pace. The party-line for the poor service is, "We have a small kitchen." Sorry, but if you have a small kitchen then you shouldn't seat so many people at once. The wait between appetizer and entrée the first night was close to 30 minutes. I understand island time, but that's just too long. The food itself is not tasty and the portions are small. One night the head waiter even told us he had had a few other complaints about one of the entrées, yet they continued to serve it even as we were leaving. And as another reviewer wrote, the food is overpriced for the quality.

The construction also interferes with the tranquility of the environment. It's hard to relax on one of the many comfy hammocks strung up between coconut palms when there are bandsaws and other machinery ruining your peace. One of the buildings (the spa, I believe) is scheduled to be finished in October, but there is more work to be done after that, if I recall correctly. It would have been nice if we had been told when making the reservation that there was major construction underway and that the formal dining room was closed. Of course, we would not have booked at Tango Mar then.

The in-room jacuzzi was by no means luxurious. The finish was terribly scratched up and hard on the skin. I only used it once. Oh, and when you drain it the water backs up into the shower, so don't plan on showering afterwards unless you want to stand in your bathwater.

Lastly, the white sandy beaches as pictured in their brochure (and I'm sure on their website) do not exist. The beaches and water in this area are full of driftwood and garbage. By driftwood I mean tree trunks the girth of telephone poles. Even swimming at low tide (the only time you can swim here) is dangerous because of all the detritus. This goes for any hotel in the area.

In short, I would not recommend this place if you want a white sandy beach upon which to lay, if you want peace, or if you want good food.

Date of stay: August 2008
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Reviewed August 6, 2008

We stayed at Tango Mar for 10 nights. The weather was just right and the peak season was coming to an end. The resort is off the beaten path and very private. It feels like you have the beach all to yourself. The customer service was fantastic and the atmosphere was very friendly and relaxing. We had a beach front room with a beautiful view of the ocean. The room was decent however don't expect clean sheets every day unless you request it. Its an Eco-friendly resort and they encourage guests to conserve water.
The resort offered a huge breakfast buffet in the main dining area over looking the ocean. Dinner is also served here as well. The food was good but a little pricey at dinner. My boyfriend and I got addicted to the cheeseburger they offer at lunch in the newly built restaurant over looking the pool and beach. They do offer room service as well.
The resort is located near Montezuma which is like a 30 minute drive. I advise renting a 4 wheel drive vehicle or an ATV since the area is very rural and most of the main roads are not paved. There is plenty of activities to do during the day as well as during the night. The food is good and the atmosphere is fun. I also recommend traveling a little further out to see Mal Pais which is about an hour away from Montezuma. The sunsets there are gorgeous.
If you are looking for a relaxing get away I would highly recommend checking out Tango Mar. Its a place where you can forget about all your worries and completely unwind and relax.

Date of stay: April 2008
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Reviewed June 18, 2008

My wife and I decided to stay at Tango Mar for our honeymoon and we are so glad we did!

It was ideal for us because first, it lived up to our expectation with its breath taking location and wonderful service. We also like the fact that there were hardly any other guests there. It made us feel like Tango Mar was our own private resort. It was very romantic and relaxing.

The owner of the resort was also kind enough to take the time to introduce herself to us (and the rest of the guests) at dinner. She was very genuine and interested in how our stay was going. I can see why her staff enjoys working there.

Furthermore, we greatly enjoyed the Zip-Line Tour package offered through the resort and were able to spend some time in Montezuma afterward. Tango Mar provided us with our own driver who was amiable and helped us with our Spanish :)

We hope to go again and again and look forward to the completion of their remodeled reception area.

Date of stay: June 2008
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Reviewed May 28, 2008

I took my wife for a honeymoon in Costa Rica and we spent a week at Tango Mar. The hotel had prepared a room which was decorated in flowers and hearts for us. We both loved the stay, enjoying the beach, the jungle, the waterfall, and wonderful staff. Here is what you need to know.
Tango Mar is located in the middle of nowhere. There are few activities, and this is not a party place. Nor is this a place for children. Tango Mar is for adults, and especially is suited for couples, as this place encompasses you in a romantic atmosphere. The property does sit on a private development, and because it is far from the nearest town of Tambor, population 300, you can expect a lot of privacy. The main hotel has 18 rooms, and is situated literally on the beach. The rooms are large, and are very comfortable.
Besides a clean private beach where one can find coconuts to eat, there is a waterfall, and a jungle behind the hotel. Expect to see and hear howler monkeys if you choose to go on a hike in the jungle, which is a safe activity.
The hotel serves wonderful gratis breakfast, a worthy lunch, and not bad dinner, all reasonably priced. For dinner, I recommend taking a taxi to H&B restaurant in Tambor. The hotel staff is extremely attentive, and will accommodate all reasonable requests.
We relaxed, swam in the ocean (the waves can be rough), hiked in the jungle and had good food. We are already planning a return trip to Tango Mar.
Coming from Los Angeles, I would expect to pay at least $500/night in the States for a similar resort.

Date of stay: April 2008
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5  Thank PTAG69
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