BARCELO TAMBOR, Tambor (Puntarenas)

Barcelo Tambor - A 5-star all-inclusive beachfront resort with convention facilities, multiple pools, and family entertainment

Barcelo Tambor operates as a 402-room all-inclusive resort facing Tambor Beach on the Pacific coast. The property includes 56 Premium Level rooms and 4 suites, all featuring air conditioning, ceiling fans, LCD cable televisions, and private terraces or balconies with garden or ocean views. Guests at Barcelo have access to four restaurants: El Tucán serves international buffet cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Miyako offers Japanese specialties for dinner; El Rancho Steak House & Grill provides meat and seafood options; and Trattoria features Italian cuisine. Recreational facilities include two outdoor pools totaling 2000 m² connected by a waterfall, a children's pool with water jets, three tennis courts, a fitness center, and a climbing wall. The Barcy Club provides supervised activities for children aged 4-12, while the Teens' House offers video games, computers, and a bungee trampoline for teenagers. The Barcelo Tambor Convention Center accommodates events with audiovisual equipment and professional staff. Los Delfines Golf Course, located 1 km from the property, features 170 Scarlet Macaws and requires an additional fee for access.

Pros

Direct beachfront location on Tambor Beach with ocean-view rooms available

All-inclusive program covers three daily buffet meals, national drinks, and most activities

Extensive family facilities including supervised children's programs and separate teen area

Large convention center with professional event support services and modern technology

Multiple dining options including specialized Japanese and steakhouse restaurants

Cons

Additional fees apply for premium services including Premium Level access ($35 per person per night) and golf course usage

Evening entertainment and nightclub access restricted to guests aged 18 and older