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On the Beach. Casita Del Mar is a Studio - Sleeps 2. Great Reviews. Private.

Apartment with kitchenette, 9-minute walk to Tamarindo Beach

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CASITA TREE HOUSE STUDIO APARTMENT AT CASA DEL MAR
KING SIZE BED
FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
COMFORTABLE STUDIO APARTMENT
OCEAN VIEW

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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tamarindo, guanacaste
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

On the Beach. Casita Del Mar is a Studio - Sleeps 2. Great Reviews. Private.

AN IDEAL SPOT ON AN IDEAL BEACH. The Casita is located directly on the sands of Tamarindo Beach. It is a studio with 1 king bed or 2 twins, 1 bath and sleeps 2.

Casita Del Mar is a separate private unit built up in the trees in order to enjoy the ocean view and the cool ocean breezes and gives maximum privacy. Located on the southern end of Tamarindo Beach, midway between Tamarindo and Langosta, the Casita is an ideal hideaway. The Casita is situated in a tropical garden in a quiet, secluded neighborhood across from Isla del Capitan and three doors north of Hotel Capitan Suizo, one of the premier hotels in Costa Rica.

Yet just a few steps to the white sands of Tamarindo Beach puts you in the best location for sunning, surfing, swimming, kayaking to Isla del Capitan or a moonlight stroll after dinner. Walk two minutes to Hotel Capitan Suizo and its world-class restaurant or walk ten minutes to the heart of Tamarindo for shops, restaurants and night life. Best of all, you can look out at the Tamarindo Bay to check out the waves, watch the fishing fleet go out and return each day or simply read, relax and monitor the daily activity of the beach.

The Casita is a spacious studio apartment up high in the mango tree and coconut palms, many of our guests refer to it as "The Treehouse".

Casita Del Mar has a bath with an open shower, a full kitchen, air-conditioning, and an outside terrace in the trees. There is cable TV, Wi-Fi and maid service. Off-street secured parking is available on the property.

Enjoy days of swimming or surfing, horseback ride through the surrounding rivers and hills, savor the local fiesta scene, and then relax with a private massage on the terrace overlooking the garden or have a special beachside massage. All these things and much more are available to guests of Casita Del Mar.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Tamarindo

Tamarindo is home to this apartment. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting.
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tamarindo, guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Playa Langosta - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Casino Diria - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 30 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Grande Beach - 32 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walter's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nogui's - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Beach. Casita Del Mar is a Studio - Sleeps 2. Great Reviews. Private. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On the Beach. Casita Del Mar is a Studio - Sleeps 2. Great Reviews. Private.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Beach. Casita Del Mar is a Studio - Sleeps 2. Great Reviews. Private.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the Beach. Casita Del Mar is a Studio - Sleeps 2. Great Reviews. Private. located?

Situated in Tamarindo, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

victoria r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

On the quiet end of a lovely beach, yet a short walk to lots of good restaurants, including a wonderful bakery,coffee shop right across the road with an interesting and delicious menu.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

K B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful as always

The hosts are the best as was the assistance provided by their contact with regards to any required bookings such as tours and the golf cart. This unit is the best as it is if was your own. Have been a couple of times and always a great stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica Beach visit

Cozy, clean property with excellent location. Beach is outside the rear property gate. Easy walking distance to town center, grocery store. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This property is wonderful! Right on the beach and so close to town. We will definitely rent here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect 1 Bed Studio

Very nice place. Well maintained. Excellent location. Comfy bed. Perfect for 1 person or a couple. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Getaway

Great studio in a fantastic location in Tamarindo. Close walking to town for restaurants or groceries, and access to the beach was as easy as could be. Would definitely book again next time we’re in CR, thanks for a wonderful, relaxing vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Perfect location and great spot for a couple - literally steps to beach and super convenient into town as well. Air conditioner worked great and had everything we needed to enjoy Tamarindo.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Location location location. That was perfect. Basic place with great access to the beach and restaurants. Had everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st trip to Tamarindo

The hosts and property manager made this an easy, stress-free experience. The property was beautiful and close enough to the restaurants and shops to be an easy walk. The beach is beautiful and only a few steps away. The Casita is clean and comfortable. Will definitely consider staying here again on future trips to Tamarindo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela R., Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of paradise

Pat and Roger are so amazing! We absolutely adored staying in this cozy spot. Super safe, steps from the beach and easy walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. Perfection!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 stars!

The hosts were both very welcoming, really helpful and super kind. We felt very comfortable and safe at their place. It is a very convenient location - only a short walk to restaurants/shops etc and right on the beach. Would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend to friends/family. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shad O., Toronto Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House on the beach

Great house on the beach. A 5 minute walk to the center of Tamarindo. Great communication with the owner and property manager. Nice touches like portable coolers and beach chairs provided were appreciated and useful. Definitely recommend this place and hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Place we’ve ever stayed in Costa Rica

The Casita Del Mar was by far my favorite place I’ve ever stayed in Costa Rica. It was steps to the beach and had every amenity inside. My son and I visited Costa Rica on a surf trip and it was perfectly located for all the great surf spots in and around Tamarindo. It was within walking distance to all the local attractions downtown and extremely safe. We will definitely be returning and staying at Casita Del Mar
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa

Property is well kept, amazing location just far enough away from town for peaceful nights and secluded beach. Town within walking distance. All amenities provided, including beach chairs, boogie boards, beach towels, and well stocked kitchen. Literally steps from the beach…we didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location & Fair price

Definitely would recommend Casa Del Mar to others in the future! The location is perfect and the immediate access to the beach at the price it's listed for is more than fair. William and the folks that take care of the property are extremely helpful and made the experience comfortable for me and my wife for our first time visiting another country. After talking with other folks we met while in Tamarindo about the various places they were staying it was clear we got very lucky!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Our stay at Casa Del Mar was perfect! The owners (Roger & Pat) were on site in the big house in front and were able to assist us with check in and were available throughout our entire stay. The blue book they have inside was very thorough along with the instructions and info they provided at check in. The location was perfect, not too close to all the hustle and bustle at the city center but also close enough to walk to it. The location to the beach was very accessible as the walkway is on site and had private access through the gate to it. We loved every minute of our stay and would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All too short...

It was with a sigh of relief when we arrived at the Casita and a proper welcome/refuge for the 5 days we stayed there.We'd just had a two-week tour of Costa Rica and were very much in need of a few days' relaxation before returning home.The accommodation was beautifully clean and well-equipped. Clear instructions are provided to keep guests in line with the ecological functioning and responsibilities of households in the area. Just to reassure people, there is ample space for 2 in the apartment so as not to feel cramped at all!We wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

karine t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casita Del Mar stay

This property is very well situation, walking distance from downtown Tamarindo and directly on the beach with a surf school next to it. William is the manager and frankly, he made our stay worry free and went out of his way to help us out. The only downside for me was the lack of curtains, made us wake up pretty early as lots of light coming in at 5h30am. Other than that, it was clean and had absolutely everything we needed. Would recommend :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jim T., Whitehall, Michigan

Quiet Beachfront Retreat

We spent three days in the Tree House being entertained on the large deck by monkeys, iguanas, squirrels and birds. Access to the beach was a highlight as it was not crowded, yet we were able to watch surfers, fishermen and other beach combers. The gardener and housekeeper were very attentive. Donna was extremely helpful in suggesting and arranging activities for us. The Tree House was comfortable and well equipped for two. We prepared most of our meals in the kitchen.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara O., Shawnigan Lake, BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on the Beach

We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 days at Casita Del Mar. The casita is fully equipped with everything you may need ~ beach chairs and boogie boards are an added bonus. The location is perfect ~ quiet end of the beach but close enough to easily walk into town. We loved sitting out on the private deck watching the monkeys in the overhanging mango tree. The grounds are lush and tropical and the convenience of walking right out onto the beautiful beach was fantastic. Communication with both William (property mgr) and Roger (owner) was excellent. We highly recommend Casita del Mar as the place to stay on your next visit to Tamarindo. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow

We had a wonderful time. The location was steps to the beach through a private entrance and exit. From the beach in front it was a short walk to town center (about 10 min) or you could walk along the sidewalk on the street side. We enjoyed eating on the beach every night at the various restaurants. And enjoyed the beautiful sunsets every night. The owners have a separate property on site. They were great hosts very knowledgable and helpful about the area. You won't find a better deal with this location in Tamarindo!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and quiet

The room is very comfortable and clean. It met our needs perfectly. Outside space and access to the beach is great and just a short few minutes drive to everything in busy Tamarindo. The only minor issue for us was with the car getting in and out of the gated driveway. (Heavy and with padlock) It felt very safe and secure which was nice, but automatic gate opener would be a huge improvement. A wonderful surprise was the amazing restaurant and bakery directly across the street so no need for the car there!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The BEST little spot on the beach

We are finishing our stay at Casita del Mar this evening and we have had the BEST time here. This is a fantastic spot if you’re looking for a chill vibe with surfing right outside your door, seriously the break is right at your doorstep. The place itself is perfect for a couple, small and cozy, feels like you’re staying in a tree house with all the tree tops around it. It also feels private even though we also had someone staying at Casa del Mar at the front of the property. This is on the edge of the town so great if you’re looking for a little more quiet than staying right in downtown Tamarindo. There are plenty of surf rentals and lessons right out front of the casita as well. Communication with William and Justin was excellent, they were fast to respond and helped us right away. Overall we had a great time and would highly recommend. I want to come back and rent the Casa for my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront Gem - the best of both worlds!

We stayed in the charming treetop casita for 3 nights and wish it were longer. Roger and his wife were such wonderful hosts . Roger gave us a lot of helpful information prior to our visit. As soon as we got there, we felt so comfortable and at home. They explained evee And provided great local tips. The casita is private with a large deck among the mango trees. The beach is right there- just walk out the gate ! It is also just a short stroll to all of the shops, restaurants and bars. While in the casita or on the property it was complete tranquility. We looked at many options before choosing to stay here and we are so glad that we did ! We look forward to our next visit. Thanks to Roger and his wife for being so welcoming and friendly. Don’t hesitate to book this place - you will be happy that you did!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best places I have ever stayed at. Beautiful and right on the beach.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Roger Stebleton, owner

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We have owned the property for 33 years and William, our manager, has been a property manager for over 25 years in Tamarindo so not only will he meet you to check you in when you arrive, help arrange most any activity during your stay.

Why they chose this property

We selected this property because it is directly on the best part of Tamarindo's great beach and close to the center of town, about a 15 minute walk to the circle. It's great because about 50 steps and you are on the sand and soon your are swimming, surfing, boogie boarding (furnished boards) or just enjoying the beach in one of our beach chairs. Also the lot is large enough for a flower garden and a mango tree where the monkey's hang out during the mango season.

What makes this property unique

The property is completely walled in with off street parking, you really do not need a car. The Casita had a great patio with lounge chairs, table and chairs for your dining pleasure, all with a white water view and a big plus is great monkey viewing during mango season, Feb. March and into April, the patio is built close to the mango tree allowing monkeys roof access and sometimes walk on patio railings.

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