Destination Guide
Costa Rica
Where vibrance meets nature.
Destination Guide Costa Rica
How I See Costa Rica
Soak in the Pura Vida vibe, on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Explore exotic beaches & the most sought after surf culture at W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal. Tucked into the wilderness of a Reserve, you can find how high adrenaline adventures and rich eco-tourism meet in the happiest country on earth.
When in Costa Rica, You Must
EAT
Pangas Beach Club
Main road to Tamarindo
DRINK
Agua Salada
Tamarindo Downtown
EXPLORE
Sensoria Private Reserve
Rincón de la Vieja
SHOP
La Roja by Misha
Road to Playa Langosta
Know Before You Go
Be pampered in AWAY Spa. Clear your head and refuel for wherever the day or night may take you.
Talk Like a Local
Learn the slang from the streets.
Zarpe
/zär-pé/ noun
Slang for 'the last drink of the night.'
Before wrapping up the night, let’s order a zarpe.
Neighborhoods to Explore
1. Tamarindo
Consider this little town a one-stop shop. You will find pretty much anything. Bars and restaurants, surf shops and boutiques are only the beginning of what Tamarindo has to offer.
2. Playa Flamingo
Choose between a long list of outdoor attractions like ATV and horseback riding, hiking tours, catamaran rides, fishing, and scuba diving.
3. Playa Grande
Check out the waves at this ultimate surf destination if you’re in the mood for action. Be here for the amazing turtle nesting season for a once in a lifetime experience.
4. Potrero
Kick back and relax during sunset, after a busy day of sport-fishing at this sailfish capital of the world.
Reserva Conchal, Cabo Velas, 50308 Costa Rica
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Ultimate Access
BOA: Brothers of Ale
Road to Tamarindo
Only 10 mins away you get Insider Access to the in & outs of this local craft brewery in town. Ask us about the exclusive brewery tours for W guests.
Ayeisha Antoni / Insider
You can’t go wrong with the beer tasting experience!
Pico Bistro
Main Road to downtown Tamarindo
Don’t miss out on this local hot spot. Right in front of the beach break in Tamarindo. Great coffee paired with perfect sunsets to watch all the local surfers hit it up!
Ayeisha Antoni / Insider
Try this amazing vegan and gluten-free menu for breakfast or lunch, and have one of their signature frozen coffees during sunset.
Girlfish by the Sea
Tamarindo
Flower girl with a rock & roll heart. Find a treasure in this hip concept store by the ocean.
Ayeisha Antoni /
Eclectic chic beach boheme
Guana
Downtown Tamarindo
Stylish clothes and accessories with Costa Rica inspired designs for him and her, all in one fun local shop.
Ayeisha Antoni / Insider
Show off your Costa Rican "Pura Vida" vibes.
Either / Or
DETOX
White Lotus Transformation
Tamarindo
Transform body, mind and soul at this vegan and health bar. Enjoy Pilates, vinyasa yoga, power yoga, aerial silks, and kundalini meditation all under one roof.
RETOX
FIESTA NO SIESTA at Zona Azul Beach Club
W Costa Rica
There will be time to sleep later. Dive right in to our ultimate day gathering featuring a Hybrid performance from Resident and Guests DJs paired with signature mixology specials. Every Saturday!
W Costa Rica
Between beautiful beaches & mangroves, W brings a fresh spin on adventure.