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The Backside House

2.0 star property

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Close to Tamarindo Beach, The Backside House provides amenities like a beach bar and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with beach massages, beach yoga, and beach volleyball. Enjoy onsite activities like horseback riding and mountain biking. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥3,585
￥4,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1

Room options

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Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 0 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Tamarindo, The Backside House is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like ziplining and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a moped rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the area. Visit our Tamarindo travel guide
Map
50309, Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Calle Cruz

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Walter's
    4 min walk
  • Sharky's Sports Bar
    4 min walk
  • El Chiringuito
    1 min walk
  • Ocho Beach Bar and Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Nogui's
    3 min walk

About this property

The Backside House

Hotel near Tamarindo Beach
The Backside House provides amenities like a beach bar and laundry facilities. With beach massages, beach yoga, and beach volleyball, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Enjoy onsite activities like horseback riding and mountain biking. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Beach umbrellas, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
  • Beach towels, multilingual staff, and a nature reserve
Room features
All guestrooms at The Backside House have amenities such as free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A beach bar

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Backside House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Backside House?

As of Feb 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Backside House on Feb 28, 2026 start from 3585.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Backside House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Backside House?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Backside House located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Tamarindo hotel is steps from WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

9.0

Wonderful