The eight Beachfront Casitas occupy the prime positions directly facing the ocean. In keeping with the philosophy of the resort they are set back some four hundred feet from the shoreline so that the pools and terraces remain private whilst still enjoying ocean views. Incredibly, this also means that very little can be seen of the resort from the ocean save a glimpse or two of palapa.

The privacy afforded by the positioning of the casitas is important when their outdoor living areas are so enticing. Beachfront Casitas have terraces that are virtually a sitting room without walls - oversized daybeds and dining areas are set beneath soaring palapa roofs, charmingly supported by gnarled trunks.

Just steps from the daybed, an alluring swimming pool snakes around the terrace. It's too large to be labeled a plunge pool - long enough for more than a few strokes and with additional features such as submerged seating and shallow lounging areas. The Jacuzzi is partly screened by foliage and shaded from the sun, so it's water is deliciously cool.

Cool and sleek interiors are almost Asian in style, with an abundance of dark wood. They are simply furnished with a king bed, armchair and low tables. Sliding louver and glazed doors open up the room completely to the terrace, creating an extended living area. Beachfront casitas don't have interior sitting areas; if this is important to you then the Garden or Forest Casitas may be more appealing.

All Casitas have one king bed. A dressing area is included in the oversized bathroom, leaving the sleeping area free of clutter. All the Tamarindo's casitas feature vast bathrooms that also function as dressing areas, with large glass screened showers and double vanities. A further door leads to a half-bathroom with bidet.

There's a tropical ambience given by the rustic palapa roof and the double doors that open out onto a small walled terrace garden. The Jacuzzi is just a few steps away.