Experience the magic of Mexico’s best-kept secret this holiday season at Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo. Escape to our undiscovered paradise for a sustainable getaway immersed in nature as you experience Mexico’s rich holiday traditions for an unparalleled stay.
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Join Us for the Holidays

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A Sustainable Holiday Vision: Rancho Lola Experience Rancho Lola, a low-impact sustainable farm nestled within the Resort’s 3,000-acre (12-hectare) private nature reserve. Just a short golf cart ride from the lobby, Rancho Lola is the centrepiece of the festive season, with farm-to-table breakfasts, succulent arranging, farm animals, tree planting and traditional cooking classes.
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Racquet Sports Elevate your racquet game against the backdrop of the Pacific coastline. Whether you’re looking to enjoy open play or perfect your skills with a pro, we offer personalized lessons for all ages on tennis, paddle and pickleball courts nestled within the beauty of the Tamarindo reserve.
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Whale-Watching Tour Discover the serene tucked-away bays of Tamarindo and the many animals that inhabit them. Mere steps from the beach, board a whale-watching boat tour for an amazing adventure across the Pacific Ocean to witness these creatures in their natural habitat during peak whale season.
Skyward Paratrike Adventure Experience the ultimate adventure – from the air. Discover the beauty of Tamarindo’s nature reserve, spanning more than 3,000-acres, and embark on a thrilling 15-minute flight that includes aerial views, with the chance to spot wildlife in the distance. Let local adventurers act as your guide through the clouds, igniting your adrenaline and crafting holiday memories.
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Hike & Picnic by the Beach Start your day by awakening your senses and feeling the rhythm of the nature reserve. Join our team of resident biologists and researchers on a morning hike through hills and winding paths of the reserve, followed by a picnic breakfast overlooking one of Tamarindo’s pristine beaches.
Family Beach Barbecue With the sound of the waves and the soft hues of the sunset as your backdrop, gather at Majahua Beach for a family-style meal, make s'mores at a bonfire and enjoy a traditional beach barbecue.
Spa Under the Stars
Nights at the Ninth – Dine Beneath the Stars Experience a secluded retreat at Nueve along the ninth hole, the perfect setting to dine privately under the stars. Savour a personalized dinner curated to your tastes and illuminated by the open sky. Surrounded by serenity, your evening culminates in a guided stargazing experience that blends celestial wonder with cultural insight.
Spa Under the Stars
Nights at the Ninth – Dine Beneath the Stars Experience a secluded retreat at Nueve along the ninth hole, the perfect setting to dine privately under the stars. Savour a personalized dinner curated to your tastes and illuminated by the open sky. Surrounded by serenity, your evening culminates in a guided stargazing experience that blends celestial wonder with cultural insight.
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New Year’s Eve Party & Dinner Under a starlit sky with the waves crashing nearby, step into a night of enchantment for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Kick off the new year in style with dinner, dancing, live music and an evening to remember in paradise.
Mexico Regional Dinner Indulge in a culinary adventure celebrating Mexico’s cuisine, highlighted by its vibrant ingredients and flavours. Delight in a traditional Mexican feast, featuring food stations and specialty cocktails designed to be savoured in the company of loved ones. Enjoy family-friendly entertainment, including breaking the piñata and mariachi music, all set against the backdrop of the famous Tamarindo sunset.
Private Dining Our private dining options are perfect for families and large groups, with numerous locations to set the stage, whether you want your feet in the sand, ocean views from atop a cliff or even brunch on your personal terrace. Curated to your own dining preferences and decorated to impress, we have the perfect set-up to create precious memories this holiday season.
Family Beach Barbecue With the sound of the waves and the soft hues of the sunset as your backdrop, gather at Majahua Beach for a family-style meal, make s'mores at a bonfire and enjoy a traditional beach barbecue.
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinners Celebrate Christmas Eve or Christmas Day with family dinners against the backdrop of hummingbirds within the reserve and the Pacific Ocean waves. With two unforgettable four-course culinary experiences to choose from at either Sal or Coyul, these are sure to be holiday meals to remember.
Christmas Tree Lighting As the sun sets over Tamarindo, gather with us at the heart of the Resort for a Christmas tree lighting celebration. Let the glow of twinkling lights, the sounds of festive music and the ocean breeze set the tone for a magical holiday start. We look forward to welcoming you for this joyful tradition beneath the stars.
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Christmas Market Wake up on Christmas Day to panoramic ocean views in paradise. Delight in a leisurely brunch featuring traditional festive favourites, including turkey, homemade pastries and yule logs. Before or after your meal, enjoy the Christmas market filled with handmade artisan pieces and Tamarindo specialties. Keep an eye out for a surprise visit from Santa, who’ll be arriving in style to greet our guests and help spread holiday cheer.
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Santa’s Arrival Santa will make his way to Tamarindo for a sun-soaked holiday surprise, trading snow for sand and catching a wave or two along the way here.
Sweet Roots: Carrot Cake Cooking Class at Rancho Lola This holiday season, reconnect with the land through a hands-on experience at Rancho Lola. Gather eggs from our chickens, pull carrots from the earth, mill corn by hand and harvest honey before heading to the open-air kitchen to bake a rustic carrot cake from scratch. Guided by our culinary team and surrounded by the reserve’s rhythms, this experience is a joyful celebration of sustainability, flavour and the simple pleasure of creating something together.
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Farm-to-Table Breakfast Rancho Lola transforms into a quintessential Mexican ranch, complete with an open-air kitchen and a welcoming communal table. Join our team for an exciting family breakfast experience while having an opportunity to wander through our lively natural surroundings, indulging in just-harvested vegetables, warm tortillas straight from the griddle, and artisanal salt from Cuyutlan.
Succulent Arranging Workshop Creative living designs with this hands-on botanical experience inviting you to slow down and connect with nature. Guided by our team of botanists, explore texture, colour and composition while creating your own succulent arrangement using plants sourced from our greenhouse, Xochitlán.
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Ethnobotanical Walk Discover the incredible diversity of plant life within the reserve and learn about the medicinal power of plants, used by pre-Hispanic cultures for healing.
E-Bike Reserve Tour Explore the off-road trails of the Tamarindo reserve on Specialized Tero X E-MTB bikes. Conquer challenging uphill climbs with the bike’s assistance and experience the thrill of adventurous downhill rides, all while taking in breathtaking Tamarindo reserve and ocean views.

Something for Everyone

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The Road to Tierra Adentro Wine Tasting - Private
Caramelo Kids & Teens For All Seasons Our Resort’s Caramelo program invites kids ages 5 to 11 to enjoy imaginative activities and nature-based fun, from piñata parties and movie nights to festive New Year’s Eve celebrations and beach trips.
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Escondite for Teenagers For teens ages 13 and over, Escondite offers a tech-equipped hangout in the heart of La Mansión, providing a dynamic space to explore, connect and unwind. During the holiday season, special activities and themed events foster fun, friendships and adventure.
Festive Bonfire Gather with loved ones for a bonfire Tamarindo style. With the ocean as your backdrop, kick back barefoot surrounded by friends and family with drinks, music and s’mores.
Stargazing Nights Explore the wonders of Tamarindo’s night sky during a guided stargazing session led by an astronomer. Through the lens of a high-powered telescope, spot constellations, planets and cosmic stories woven from both ancestral knowledge and modern science.
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Small Wonders Night Exploration Join our resident biologist for an enchanting night-time exploration within the reserve at Tamarindo. Embark on an educational journey to discover the fascinating creatures that emerge after dark, see them in their natural habitat and observe them up close.
Festive Cooking Class Celebrate the season with a line-up of festive cooking classes inspired by Mexican tradition. Learn to make ancestral tamales, master the art of Italian panettone and prepare coastal ceviche – or take it further with a fishing tour to catch your own seafood. Round it out with a chilled Ponche de Colima workshop, highlighting the region’s tropical flavours. Each experience invites you to savour the season, Tamarindo style.
Christmas Tree Lighting As the sun sets over Tamarindo, gather with us at the heart of the Resort for a Christmas tree lighting celebration. Let the glow of twinkling lights, the sounds of festive music and the ocean breeze set the tone for a magical holiday start. We look forward to welcoming you for this joyful tradition beneath the stars.
Display of various bottles and containers of items with a pineapple at the top of the display.
Christmas Market Wake up on Christmas Day to panoramic ocean views in paradise. Delight in a leisurely brunch featuring traditional festive favourites, including turkey, homemade pastries and yule logs. Before or after your meal, enjoy the Christmas market filled with handmade artisan pieces and Tamarindo specialties. Keep an eye out for a surprise visit from Santa, who’ll be arriving in style to greet our guests and help spread holiday cheer.
Sport Fishing Discover the perfect offshore spots to fish as you explore the Pacific Ocean by boat, casting for a diverse array of aquatic wildlife during the excursion. Learn More

Your Holiday Home Away from Home in Our Mexico Nature Reserve

Villa & Residence Rentals This holiday season, escape to one of our private vacation Villas or Beach Houses in Mexico’s pristine nature reserve for unparalleled privacy, luxurious comfort and heartfelt hospitality. Celebrate the season in style with exclusive vacation rental amenities, such as custom festive décor, spa treatments on your open-air terrace, hands-on cooking classes with our team of chefs, movies under the stars from the comfort of your patio and private dinners or barbecues tailored just for you.
Festive Villa Décor Bring the spirit of the season to your private retreat with festive touches curated just for you. From handwoven ornaments and native florals to twinkling lights and naturally inspired centrepieces, our team will transform your villa into a warm, welcoming holiday haven.
Cinema Under the Stars Turn your terrace into a private open-air cinema for an unforgettable evening with loved ones. Enjoy a cozy night beneath the stars with plush blankets, fresh popcorn and your favourite holiday classics on screen — all set against the backdrop of Tamarindo’s natural beauty.
Personal Trainer Stay centered and energized throughout your stay with wellness experiences designed around you. From private training sessions to restorative yoga flows and guided meditation, each session is tailored to your pace, goals and preferred setting — whether indoors or on your sun-drenched terrace.
Private Dining Allow our exceptional team of chefs to guide you on a culinary journey, showcasing the flavours and ingredients of this beautiful region of Mexico. Enjoy an extravagant brunch, a wine-paired dinner or a laid-back beachside barbecue just for you and your guests.
Personalized Spa at Home Let rejuvenation and relaxation become a part of your stay as we bring the spa directly to you. Let your personal host arrange a massage, body treatment or pedicure – all in the comfort of your own space or privacy of your outdoor patio.
Tastes of Tamarindo at Home Bring the flavours of Tamarindo into your private retreat with immersive culinary and beverage experiences designed just for you. From hands-on cooking classes that explore the vibrant ingredients and techniques of Mexico’s coastal cuisine to guided wine tastings and spirited margarita workshops, our team will create unforgettable moments in the comfort of your villa.

Holiday Resort Highlights

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo is the perfect home base for friends and families seeking a tropical holiday retreat. Unwind in elegant accommodations, delight in innovative cuisine and rejuvenate in spa serenity – all while enjoying our heartfelt Four Seasons service this season.

Key Services & Amenities

Spa

Experience transformative renewal at The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, where alchemy guides every treatment in tranquil cabins among lush greenery. Enjoy the purifying scent of copal and indulge in our traditional Temazcal Ceremony for spiritual cleansing led by a shaman.

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Wellness

Whether it’s beachside training sessions, yoga by the pool, Pilates reformers in our gym or runs across the reserve, we invite guests to prioritize what makes them feel best during their stay with a host of curated wellness experiences.

Watersports at Tamarindo Beach

Tamarindo Beach offers the perfect sun-soaked spot for families, couples and sports enthusiasts with a range of complimentary water activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding and Schiller water bikes.

Temazcal Ceremony

Step into a sanctuary of ancient wisdom and modern luxury for the timeless tradition of Temazcal. Derived from the Nahuatl word for “house of heat,” this immersive experience channels the essence of pre-Hispanic rituals to provide an immediate sense of mental clarity, emotional healing and profound relaxation.

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Golf

Designed by renowned golf architect David Fleming, El Tamarindo features 18 holes of links-style golf set amid a tropical jungle and along the Pacific coastline. This 6,682-yard, par-72 course presents challenges at each hole, with nine holes offering ocean views that enhance the experience.

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Tennis & Pickleball

Elevate your racquet game against the backdrop of the Pacific coastline. Whether you’re looking to enjoy open play or perfect your skills with personalized lessons for all ages, enjoy our state-of-the-art tennis, paddle and pickleball facilities nestled within the Tamarindo reserve’s beauty.

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Cliffside Panoramic One-Bedroom Suite with Infinity Pool

Offering breathtaking, unobstructed views over the ocean and the nature reserve, these one-bedroom suites are secluded within our cliffside enclave for total privacy. Enjoy spacious luxury in three distinct spaces: the living area, bedroom and bathroom. Every single suite features its own 13-metre (43-foot) infinity swimming pool, a hammock and an outdoor shower.

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