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Tamboo Beside the Pointe

2.5 star property
Seafront inn with poolside bar, near Punta Higuero Light

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Lunch, dinner served; Caribbean cuisine, beach views
On the beach
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Outdoor pool
Located near Sandy Beach, Tamboo Beside the Pointe offers a tropical retreat with beachfront dining and shopping on site. Soak up the sun at the poolside bar or unwind in a garden setting, while enjoying ocean views from Tamboo Seaside Grill. With multilingual staff and helpful service, this inn has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
On the beach

On the beach

This inn is located on the waterfront and on the beach. Listen to the sound of the waves while taking a stroll on the sandy beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a memorable meal at the restaurant. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include snorkelling and whale watching.

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Lunch, dinner served; Caribbean cuisine, beach views
What guests liked about the beach

The beach location is perfect for swimming, relaxing, and walks with calm and warm waters.

Room options

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Rincon, Tamboo Beside the Pointe is in the business district and on the beach. Punta Higuero Light is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandy Beach and Playa María. Domes Beach and Steps Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Road 413, Km 4.4 Interior, Sandy Beach, Rincon, 00677

What's nearby

  • Sandy Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Steps Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Domes Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Punta Higuero Light - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Rincon Central Plaza - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Aguadilla (BQN-Rafael Hernandez) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rincón Beer Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Marketa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Café 413 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Calypso Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The English Rose / La Rosa Inglesa - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Tamboo Beside the Pointe

Inn near Sandy Beach
Located close to Punta Higuero Light and Domes Beach, Tamboo Beside the Pointe provides a poolside bar, a terrace and shopping on-site. With amenities such as a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this inn is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site Caribbean cuisine restaurant, Tamboo Seaside Grill, offers lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to a garden and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tamboo Seaside Grill

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1982
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Property is also known as

Tamboo Beside Pointe Inn Rincon
Tamboo Beside Pointe Inn
Tamboo Beside Pointe Rincon
Tamboo Beside Pointe
Tamboo Beside the Pointe Inn
Tamboo Beside the Pointe Rincon
Tamboo Beside the Pointe Inn Rincon

Frequently asked questions

Does Tamboo Beside the Pointe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Is Tamboo Beside the Pointe pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Tamboo Beside the Pointe?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Tamboo Beside the Pointe?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Tamboo Beside the Pointe?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Tamboo Beside the Pointe located?

Located in Rincon, this beachfront inn is in the entertainment district and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sandy Beach, Playa María and Domes Beach. Punta Higuero Light and Steps Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Tamboo Beside the Pointe Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 228 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Natalia was a excellent manager. She’s was so attend for making confortable our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food the people it was all perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tamboo was lovely as usual - we always come back. Friendly staff, clean, delicious food and drink
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, quiet surf area near rincon

Great location near the beach great beach to swim or surf. Nice little area quiet several little places to eat breakfast lunch and dinner short drive to downtown recon
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tamboo’s location on the beach and right next to surfboard rental is why I’ve gone there twice. Staff is super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place right on the beach and the food was excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yeciran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Great location. Restaurant should open sooner for breakfast. Other than that, it was a perfect weekend gateaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very cute and has an amazing, one of a kind beachfront location! The check-in process was easy and all staff were super friendly and helpful. The restaurant was great too, with unbeatable ocean views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unfortunately the restaurant was closed but our room was comfy, had what we needed, staff pleasant, in-touch, and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fermin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, friendly staff, parking, right on the beach, quiet family oriented
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mateo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Caribbean Paradise

Absolute paradise! Wonderful for a couples retreat. Friendly staff, from the security guard to the office staff, to the bartenders and waitstaff. Beach access at your doorstep. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at Tamboo! First time and Puerto Rico and already wish we could go back. Clean, safe, private room with parking. Excellent food and drinks! Right on the beach! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I love Tamboo, we always stay here when visiting Rincon. The place is spotless the staff is lovely and the restaurants bar and food are delicious
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing and the staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the beach. We had one of the small rooms, but it was nice. Very clean and friendly, helpful staff. Good restaurant and bar on site. Walking distance to other restaurants. We highly recommend the Tamboo.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, small boutique style hotel, a little gem in Rincon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very nice & friendly. Nice resort clean & safe !
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic small beach hotel!

Great boutique hotel with fantastic location right on the beach and great bar/restaurant. Local coffee shops in walking distance!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tamboo’s staff was friendly and the location can’t be beat for surfing on Sandy Beach. I’ve stayed at three hotels in Rincon and Tamboo was definitely my favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Thank you Tamboo! Staff, property, and rooms were all amazing

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was located right on the a beautiful beach. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Great bar and restaurant on the premises. Rooms nice and clean. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023