Overall good, but weak shower operation and noisy neighboring properties.

About 5 days before my departure date I got lucky and found an opening at his hotel at a good price. I didn’t know what to expect before arriving, but I have to say I was impressed throughout the week. I’d say the biggest pros to staying here were - The customer service. Maggie went above and beyond to make the trip more enjoyable. From giving us a rundown of the hotel and the town, to a surprise dessert one afternoon after coming back from the beach, to helping me book shuttles - The community pool was really relaxing and quiet throughout the day - The hotel has a good selection of breakfast meals on their menu. The cook did a great job. Also, free coffee before 10:30! - Filtered water was available 24/7 in the lobby area - The hotel also had a social event for all guests the Thursday evening I was there. It was a good opportunity to meet other people

Great stay. Everything you could ask for in a hotel in Tamarindo Clean. Great staff. FANTASTIC location. The breakfast was amazing as well Sandra & Maggie deserve extra kudos for their pleasant demeanour and helpfulness

The place was beautiful, breakfast was the best in Tamarindo we had. The property was clean, the co-working space was great. I really enjoyed meeting new people at the sunset and drinks event that they hosted, that was a cherry on top. They provided snacks and drinks on the house which was so thoughtful. Everything was walking distance. Fully recommend.

There’s a vibe that captures you and makes you want to stay. Draws a certain kind of traveler…chill, friendly folk. Digital Nomad’s paradise with a great place, next to the pool, to set up office. Great location close to the beach, plenty of restaurants and shops. Food is delicious! Friendly staff. VERY Clean rooms. Patrick, the owner, is a great dude! We will definitely be back. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking to chill, meet great people and get some online work done while I’m CR

I generally don’t write reviews but had to do one for this hotel. It’s by far one of my favorites because the experience felt so humanized. It is a great place to stay and the staff are amazing! This is especially great for solo travelers like myself. It is safe, clean, rooms are modern and I was able to make a lot of friends during my stay. It really felt like a community. It’s walking distance from the beach and extremely close to restaurants and nightlife in Tamarindo. The pool is located perfectly in the middle of the property and allows for a nice space to hangout on a hot sunny day when you need a break from the beach. I absolutely recommend!!!

Great place, amazing location. Maggie was helpful with booking excursions and any wants or needs I may of needed, even after I needed to switch to a different hotel. Would definitely recommend.

This is the second time that I have stayed at ITS. The hotel is beautiful, clean, and an outstanding value for the price. The owner/management are amazing, ensuring that all of your needs are met. The pool is really incredible. Inside the room, the bed is comfortable and the shower is big. There is a microwave and refrigerator in the room, and outside on the patio, a sink and 2 but er stove and drawers with any dishes you will need if you decide to cook or bring something home to eat. There's really only 2 things that I don't think are great, and neither has anything specifically to do with the hotel. The hotel's location is off a side street and only a quick 5 minute walk to central Tamarindo. The street is in bad condition, especially after a rain. The other is not being able to flush paper down the toilet, which is very common at small hotels (and homes!) in Costa Rica. Just can't get used to throwing it in the garbage. But once again, this isn't ITS's issue, more of a Costa Rican issue in general. The great things about this hotel far exceed anything negative, especially the staff. Will definitely stay here again, and again, and again... Every time I am in Tamarindo, I will be a loyal customer at In The Shade!

Great location. Few minutes walking to the town's main hot spots. Room is modern and cozy. Property is safe and secure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Makes you feel like a family instead of a guest!!!

Friendly and helpful staff, very good service.

Great service! Hotel owner and manager provide useful tips and help guest make the most of their trip.

Overall a great experience. Will stay again- good location, clean, safe, comfortable.

Beautiful property surrounded by nature. Good size room with a big bathroom. Very clean and peaceful. The view of the volcano is amazing and the staff is really friendly. We loved our stay. Thank you!

My friend and I brought our 2 teenage boys to Tamarindo for their graduation present. We stayed at In the Shade for 10 sun filled days. The staff are amazing and eager to help with booking excursions and drivers. The owner Patrick and his lovely wife Michelle are so warm, giving us some amazing recommendations from fun activities with our boys to places to eat to fill their bottomless appetites. Thank you Patrick, Michelle, Maggie, Sandra and Luca for making the 4 of us feel at home in your lovely hotel. The beds were so comfortable, the food was delicious, the pool was divine. The towel service was a nice touch, as well as the filtered water provided in the cowork space (bring your hydro flask). The location is a 5 minute walk to the beach (cut through the farmers market- we didn’t figure this out until the end of our stay). Close to restaurants and bars. The Saturday farmers market was less than a block from our door. The Thursday evening social that Patrick and Michelle host rack week ends with a walk to the night market (a five minute walk away). This place truly felt like our home away from home. We will be back!

Absolutely great stay at in the shade. The staff (Omar, Sandra, Maggie) and owner Patrick were amazing! Would highly recommend and go back! Thanks again!

The shower head barely worked had to go outside and showered..

Very nice property Friendly owners

Great location right off Main Street in tamarindo. Nice, clean hotel.

This place is excellent. A perfect location in Tamarindo walking distance to all the restaurants and bars but also super chill and quiet. It's just far enough to be a perfect sanctuary to relax and reboot during the day. Super comfortable beds which really matters when you're surfing every day. Great co-work space and super solid internet. I don't even like staying in Tamarindo usually but this place changed my mind. I will be back for sure.

We had a family emergency a week prior to reservations and they refused to refund our money. A week is plenty of notice and we had an emergency. Poor business. Would not recommend.

This hotel was great one of the best I’ve stayed at cleanliwise. Internet was really great. Only thing I would recommend is complimentary breakfast.

The place is very nice and the family owner was friendly included Cleopatra little dog.

Hi, I love staying at this hotel for work, I think everything is excellent but if you'll be selling food you better hire someone that know how to do it. I ordered two things and both where like really bad. Thanks.

The new owner has an entire lifetime of experience around the world within the hospitality industry. It's a great place for professional solo travellers and couples looking for a boutique feel in a quiet area near great food. The co-working space is gorgeous, and the team is very friendly. Definitely a great place to meet people, enjoy a quiet place amongst the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo.

The new owner has an entire lifetime of experience around the world within the hospitality industry. It's a great place for professional solo travellers and couples looking for a boutique feel in a quiet area near great food. The co-working space is gorgeous, and the team is very friendly. Definitely a great place to meet people, enjoy a quiet place amongst the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo.

This hotel is an Oasis. It is quiet and peaceful yet steps away from everything you will want to see in Tamarindo! The amenities are abundant. My every need was taken care of. Great WiFi, delicious coffee and smoothies, new modern rooms with huge bathrooms and beautiful showers. The staff is also most friendly. You won’t regret a stay here!

Great lap pool!

Great lap pool!

Overall good a bit expensive for what it was

This Hotel is so so BEAUTIFUL!.., wonderfully Clean….UNIQUE and Lovely as the Owner Tina❤️!!She has made it feel more like a Bed & Breakfast Home and runs it as such:)!… then a Hotel.The vibe is such Real Love and Care for your stay!…♥️❤️♥️❤️….It’s so conveniently close to the market/ATM -combo(3 minute walk)… Her chef and breakfast is AMAZING REFRESHING HEALTHY YUMMM!Rooms Great Beds and Pillows!.. Modern cool city feel inside!If I ever am able to make it back?… This may be my last trip outside of the USA… because of possible mandatory vaccines:(…but if by chance?…. I wouldn’t go anywhere else, I would want to have my family or friends experience this EXCEPTIONAL HOTEL & GENUINE CARE for all who stay….

This Hotel is so so BEAUTIFUL!.., wonderfully Clean….UNIQUE and Lovely as the Owner Tina😘❤️!! She has made it feel more like a Bed & Breakfast Home and runs it as such:)!… then a Hotel. The vibe is such Real Love and Care for your stay!…♥️❤️♥️❤️…. It’s so conveniently close to the market/ATM -combo (3 minute walk)… Her chef and breakfast is AMAZING REFRESHING HEALTHY YUMMM! Rooms Great Beds and Pillows!.. Modern cool city feel inside! If I ever am able to make it back?… This may be my last trip outside of the USA… because of possible mandatory vaccines:(…but if by chance?…. I wouldn’t go anywhere else, I would want to have my family or friends experience this EXCEPTIONAL HOTEL & GENUINE CARE for all who stay….

Exactly as advertised. A great place to work and relax. Incredible staff.