WAYRA Spanish SchoolTamarindo Beach, Costa Rica
- Free travel advice and information from student advisors.
- Homestay accommodation very close to school
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Howling of monkeys can be distracting while in class.
Location: WAYRA Spanish School Tamarindo Beach is located in the paradise-like beach town of Tamarindo Beach, Costa Rice. Housed in the centre of the town and a short 400m walk from the closest beach. There are various amenities, eateries, links to public transport and sites of interest within walking distance of the school. Such sites include Tamarindo Beach, the Tamarindo Night Market, Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas and more.
Social and cultural: The school offers an activity plan that encompasses the surrounding area, including horseback riding, surfing, snorkelling, canopy and sunset sailing.
Course selection: WAYRA Tamarindo Beach provides General Spanish programmes to students of all levels, over various schedules and intensities. The school also provides Exam Preparation (DELE), Spanish for Specific Purposes, Spanish and surfing and several private tuition packages.
School facilities: The school has its own tropical garden, giving students ample opportunity to relax and socialise outside of class times. There is also a library, lounge area, a movie room, a games room, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and free parking. All classrooms have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: The school can provide accommodation within their own facilities or those of other accommodation providers within walking distance of the school. Homestay in local families is also available.
- The language school WAYRA Spanish School was founded in Tamarindo Beach, Costa Rica in 1996.
- Legal name / parent company: Corporacion Inti Wayra S.A.
- Tax registration ID: 3 101 197342
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
Spanish Courses
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Price at school Our price | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 2960 2812 | 3520 3344 | 4080 3876 | 4640 4408 | 5200 4940 | 5760 5472 | 6880 6536 |
INTENSIVE SPANISH COURSE (30 GROUP LESSONS PER WEEK):
This intensive Spanish course is specifically for students who want to maximise their Spanish learning and optimise their communication skills. It also gives the student the opportunity to learn more about the local culture and customs.
The course is a combination of the standard group Spanish course and 2 lessons of conversation per day. The conversation classes are usually smaller and there is more freedom for the students to choose specific topics that require more practice.
Class Schedule: WAYRA determines the schedule.
Course composition: Development of language and communication skills, grammar, and vocabulary.
Requirements: Interview and placement test on the first day to best determine your level.
Exams: At the end of each course.
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 360 342 | 720 684 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1760 1672 | 2080 1976 | 2400 2280 | 2720 2584 | 3040 2888 | 3360 3192 | 4000 3800 |
The standard Spanish language course is for general use, designed for people that want to learn rapidly and want to improve their communication skills. You don’t need to have previous knowledge of the language to begin studying at WAYRA. The course programme covers from basic survival to the most advanced or complicated communication needs.
All teachers are native Spanish speakers, and experienced and resourceful professionals that will guide you through the course using interactive and communicative teaching methods. To make your learning easy and fun the course integrates the local culture, and interesting topics and combines it with the student’s personal interest to satisfy communication needs.
Course composition: Development of language and communication skills, grammar, and vocabulary.
Requirements: Interview and placement test on the first day to best determine your level.
Exams: At the end of each course.
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation
Note: Normally your schedule and teacher will rotate every week.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 2960 2812 | 3520 3344 | 4080 3876 | 4640 4408 | 5200 4940 | 5760 5472 | 6880 6536 |
This is an educational leave course designed for German employees to learn Spanish.
BILDUNGSURLAUB COURSE (30 GROUP LESSONS PER WEEK)
WAYRA's Spanish Intensive Courses for 1 or 2 weeks are recognized as "Bildungsurlaub" in several German provinces. This educational leave allows German employees to learn Spanish at WAYRA while receiving their regular income.
The program is specifically geared towards companies who wish to give their employees the chance to professionally develop their international communication skills, as well as towards private clients who want to brush up their rusty language skills for personal use.
The Intensive Course at WAYRA Spanish Institute has the recognitions of educational leave for the following federal states:
Hamburg
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Lower Saxony
Berlin
Bremen
Brandenburg
Rheinland-Pfalz
Hessen (Hessen usually recognizes the recognition of Lower Saxony).
NOTE: In some cases for Bildungsurlaub courses the state recognition must be applied individually for each student and should be confirmed in advance.
Class Schedule: WAYRA determines the schedule
Course composition: Development of language and communication skills, grammar, vocabulary
Requirements: Interview and placement test the first day to best determine your level
Exams: At the end of each course
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation
Note: Normally your schedule and teacher will rotate every week
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:50
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Price at school Our price | 660 627 | 1320 1254 | 1980 1881 | 2640 2508 | 3260 3097 | 3880 3686 | 4500 4275 | 5120 4864 | 5740 5453 | 6360 6042 | 7600 7220 |
STANDARD COURSE PLUS 10 (20 GROUP + 10 PRIVATE LESSONS PER WEEK):
The Standard Course Plus 10 responds to the demands of students who need extra help or want to maximise their Spanish learning with personal attention to specific aspects of their learning or communication skills.
Course composition: Development of language and communication skills, grammar, and vocabulary.
Requirements: Interview and placement test on the first day to best determine your level.
Exams: At the end of each course.
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation.
Class Schedule: WAYRA determines the schedule.
Note: Normally your schedule and teacher will rotate every week.
Morning: 7:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 510 485 | 1020 969 | 1530 1454 | 2040 1938 | 2510 2385 | 2980 2831 | 3450 3278 | 3920 3724 | 4390 4171 | 4860 4617 | 5800 5510 |
STANDARD COURSE PLUS 5 (20 GROUPS + 5 PRIVATE LESSONS PER WEEK):
The Standard Course Plus 5 responds to the demands of students who need extra help or want to maximise their Spanish learning with personal attention to specific aspects of their learning or communication skills.
It is a combination of the standard group course plus one private class per day.
Course composition: Development of language and communication skills, grammar, and vocabulary.
Requirements: Interview and placement test on the first day to best determine your level.
Exams: At the end of each course.
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation.
Class Schedule: WAYRA determines the schedule.
Note: Normally your schedule and teacher will rotate every week.
Morning: 7:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 360 342 | 720 684 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1760 1672 | 2080 1976 | 2400 2280 | 2720 2584 | 3040 2888 | 3360 3192 | 4000 3800 |
This course includes a combination of educational field trips and lessons designed to stimulate the attention of young students using visual and manual aids.
WAYRA has created a highly popular Spanish program for children up to age 12. This specially designed Spanish course is more than a set of teaching aids; it is rooted in a methodology which stimulates different learning styles to capture the attention of young students in a way which helps them to learn faster and with a higher level of retention. Depending on the age of the child, classes are a combination of educational field trips and classroom instruction using many visual and manual aids.
WAYRA offers 2-week courses for children during the summer break and they also accept reservations for the children's program outside those dates. Summer courses may also be extended beyond two weeks upon availability.
On the first day of class children are evaluated to determinate their level of Spanish. Different groups are organized depending on the children’s level, age and interest.
This is a great option for families traveling with children. For a fee, baby sitters are available for children that do not attend school. WAYRA can also organize a nanny to take care of the children while their parents are taking classes. In some cases, the nanny may be a member of the host family. The nanny can take the children to the beach, children's park, or for a walk close to the school. Most of the nannies only speak Spanish.
It is recommended you make reservations for children's classes at least 8 weeks in advance, but the school will also accept reservations on shorter notice whenever possible.
Hours of the Classes: WAYRA determines the schedule according to the level
Requirements: Our academic coordinator suggests the appropriate level for each child after a personal interview and a placement test
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation
NOTE: If there is only 1 child registered for a course, instead of 20 lessons, the school will offer 15 private lessons per week. Thanks to these one-to-one lessons, coupled with more efficient and focused learning, the child achieves by the end of the week the same learning goals as the 20 lessons course.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 360 342 | 720 684 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1760 1672 | 2080 1976 | 2400 2280 | 2720 2584 | 3040 2888 | 3360 3192 | 4000 3800 |
This course includes language lessons and activities such as walks on the beach and touring the center of Tamarindo. Different games are used to make the learning process interesting and fun.
Our teenager Spanish course in Tamarindo Beach has become a very successful program during the last few years. The course is designed to ensure that students enjoy their Spanish classes as much as they enjoy the time they spend at the beach. Classroom activities such as walks to the beach and the center of Tamarindo, plus all kinds of different games are used to make the learning process interesting and fun.
The aim of the course is to develop the students' language skills in all areas but the major emphasis is on developing speaking and comprehension skills, so there are a lot of practical activities that involve a great deal of interaction with locals. Since we receive students from a lot of different nationalities, it is relatively easy to ensure that everyone uses Spanish to communicate.
We also try to ensure that students get the most out of their visits to places of interest in and around Tamarindo. In addition, we organize during the week all kind of activities such as beach barbeques, Latin Dance classes, cooking classes, Canopy tours, soccer and volleyball games at the beach and more to allow our teenager students to have an unforgettable time while they study Spanish. In addition, we offer a great opportunity to combine Spanish lessons with surf lessons. For more information please check out our Spanish and Surf program.
This teenager Spanish program is designed for teenagers from 13 -16 years old. Teenagers that are younger than 16 years old and wish to attend our program without their parents or other adult supervision should be mature enough to be self-sufficient and responsible for their own decision-making. All students under age of 18 travelling alone are required to present a signed parental consent.
We offer during the summer break several 2 weeks courses for teenager. Of course we also accept reservations for the teenager program on other dates and it is possible to extend more weeks, but these dates depend upon availability and have to be consulted first with our reservation department.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 2960 2812 | 3520 3344 | 4080 3876 | 4640 4408 | 5200 4940 | 5760 5472 | 6880 6536 |
Students can learn Medical Spanish, Spanish for Business and Finance, Spanish for Teachers, Spanish for Real Estate, and Spanish for Law Enforcement.
School holidays:
There are no classes during the Easter Week from April 3rd - April 7th, 2023 (lodging runs normally)
Additionally, the school will be closed from August 20th, 2023 - September 17th, 2023 (incl. lodging)
and during Christmas week from December 25th - December 29th, 2023 (lodging runs normally)
National Holidays:
January 1, April 10, May 1, July 24, August 14, December 1 and December 25.
National holidays are subject to change. There is no refund for National Holidays.
SPANISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES
WAYRA offers Spanish for specific purposes in the fields of Medical Spanish, Spanish for Business and Finance, Spanish for teachers, Spanish for Real Estate, and Spanish for Law Enforcement, among others.
These courses are designed for professionals who want to improve their Spanish skills and develop their vocabulary in order to effectively deal with their Spanish-speaking clients. This is a customized professional course and the exercises will focus on the needs of the student. Students should have a basic knowledge of Spanish in order to benefit from this course. The number of weeks is determined by the student's needs and schedule.
The class can be arranged for both group and private.
Lessons per day: 4 lessons
Duration: from 1 to 40 weeks
Class Schedule: WAYRA determines the schedule, 8:00-12:00 a.m. or 1:00-5:00 p.m.
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 2960 2812 | 3520 3344 | 4080 3876 | 4640 4408 | 5200 4940 | 5760 5472 | 6880 6536 |
PRIVATE OR SEMIPRIVATE SPANISH COURSE:
Private or semi-private Spanish courses are tailored to meet individual requirements. The lessons are highly effective and geared towards achieving tangible results in a brief period. This option is flexible, allowing you to choose the pace of the class, the language skills that you want to improve, the vocabulary and the topics related to your personal interests and professional objectives.
You can also request that the school test your prior knowledge and language skills and make recommendations to be more time effective, maximise your learning and achieve those personal objectives you have in mind.
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at school Our price | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2220 2109 | 2640 2508 | 3060 2907 | 3480 3306 | 3900 3705 | 4320 4104 | 5160 4902 |
PRIVATE OR SEMIPRIVATE SPANISH COURSE
Private or semi-private Spanish courses are tailored to meet individual requirements. The lessons are highly effective, geared towards achieving tangible results in a brief period. This option is flexible, allowing you to choose the pace of the class, the language skills that you want to improve, the vocabulary and the topics related to your personal interests and professional objectives.
You can also request that the school to test your prior knowledge and language skills, make recommendations to be more time effective, maximise your learning and achieve those personal objectives you have in mind.
Certificates: Attendance and Achievement Certificate at graduation
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price in US$ | -- | 960 912 | 1440 1368 | 1920 1824 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course prepares students for the DELE exam.
Start dates are in direct relation to the exam dates so students can complete their preparation and take the exam straight away.
Exams are held for all levels in May and November 2024. The May exam is for level A2 to C2, and the October exam excludes levels A1, C1 and C2.
Registration deadlines:
May Exam: 03 April
October Exam: 04 September
November Exam: 09 October
DELE EXAM PREPARATION COURSE:
WAYRA Instituto de Español offers DELE preparation courses that are designed to effectively and successfully prepare students for the DELE exams at levels A1, A2, B1 and B2.
DELE "Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera" stands for "Diplomas for Spanish as a Foreign Language" and are the only standardised certificates for the Spanish language. The Cervantes Institute issues the certificate on behalf of the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports.
Class schedule: WAYRA determines the schedule according to Level.
Minimum exam age: 18 years (students under 18 years of age will have to register for the Youth Exam available for levels A1, A2 and B1 in May and November).
Please note: The school guarantees all the above-mentioned preparation courses, but in case of having only 1 student registered for a course, they only offer 3 hours of instruction per day instead of 4.
Certificates: Attendance certificate.
The DELE preparation courses for the convenience of the students start 4 weeks before the scheduled DELE exams but are not limited to those dates. WAYRA makes available the DELE preparation courses all year long upon request.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price in US$ | 560 532 | 1025 974 | 1820 1729 | 2370 2252 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of 20 group general Spanish lessons per week, board rental and surfing in the following formats:
1 week: 2 surf lessons total and 10 photos.
2 weeks: 3 surf lessons total and 10 photos.
3 weeks: 6 surf lessons total, 1 surf trip, 10 photos and a video.
4 weeks: 8 surf lessons total, 1 surf trip, free rash guard, 10 photos and a video.
SPANISH AND SURF PROGRAMME
The school offers together with their partner surf school [IGUANA SURF] in Tamarindo a great Surf and Spanish Programme. You will participate in the Spanish course of your choice and learn to surf in your free time during the week and on weekends.
Tamarindo, made famous by the classic film, “Endless Summer II”, is home of one of the most popular surf locations known worldwide and ranks as a top-notch beach for learning to surf. The beaches in the area have diverse and excellent surf breaks with perfect waves and sandy beaches that attract surfers all year long to ride in its clean and warm waters. A true paradise that offers the perfect conditions for all levels of surfing from beginners to pro.
All the instructors are certified surf coaches by [ISA (International Surfing Association] and will teach you not just how to surf, but how to enjoy the learning process over a lifetime. If you sign up for the 3 or 4 weeks Surf and Spanish Programme you will have the opportunity of surfing at different beaches, making your surfing experience even more complete.
The surf programme can be combined with any of their Spanish courses, but take into consideration that while taking the intensive Spanish course (30 lessons per week) you may not have enough time to surf.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE SURF PROGRAMME?
1 week Surf programme
Surf lessons: 2 private lessons; Board rental: 1 week free; +Package: 10 photos.
2 weeks Surf programme
Surf lessons: 3 private lessons; Board rental: 2 weeks free; +Package: 10 photos.
3 weeks Surf programme
Surf lessons: 6 private lessons; Board rental: 3 weeks free; 1 surf trip to a nearby beach; 10 photos + a video analysis or 9 private lessons; Board rental: 3 weeks free; 10 photos + a video analysis.
4 weeks Surf programme
Surf lessons: 8 private lessons; Board rental: 4 weeks free; 1 surf trip to a nearby beach; + free rash guard; 10 photos + a video analysis or 11 private lessons; Board rental: 4 weeks free; + free rash guard; 10 photos + a video analysis.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Information for all courses offered by WAYRA Spanish School
NOTE regarding Easter season:
Though there are no classes during Easter Week from 25 March - 29 March, 2024 the lodging runs normally at that time.
This is an exception as normally accommodation is not available during periods when the school is closed.
National holidays are subject to change.
There is no refund for National Holidays.
When there is only one student for the 20 lesson/week standard course, the course goes ahead with 15 private lessons per week and will shift back to 20 group lessons when more students arrive.
01 Jan 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 11 Apr 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024 - 15 Sep 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 11 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
WAYRA Spanish School
“Wayra is the perfect choice for students that want to learn Spanish in a serious environment and at the same time enjoy all the great outdoor activities that Tamarindo has to offer.”
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Library
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Volleyball court
Soccer field / football pitch
Table tennis
Outdoor swimming pool
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Laundry (paid)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 12Number of public PC workstations: 1Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
200 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Basketball | | - |
Cooking | | - |
Dancing | | 0.5 km |
Diving | | 1 km |
Field Hockey | | - |
Football (soccer) | | - |
Golf | | 5 km |
Horse riding | | 1 km |
Mountainbiking | | 1 km |
Sailing | | 1 km |
Swimming | | - |
Table Tennis | | 0.5 km |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | 1 km |
Yoga | | 0.5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Junior - Free activities
Junior - Paid activities
Accommodation
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Price in US$ | 270 | 540 | 810 | 1080 | 1350 | 1620 | 1890 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 270 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
CASA EL MAR is centrally located in Playa Tamarindo, only one block from the beach and from the school.
Amidst a tropical garden, Casa del Mar has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The main floor is an open area with a large community kitchen, a comfortable living room and a spacious dining area, with a double door that leads into an outdoor sitting area. The setting of the main floor invites the students to have group activities such as preparing dinner, playing games, doing homework or sharing the day’s experiences with one another.
The bedrooms are divided by gender for women or men and are designed for multiple occupants, but the smaller rooms can be reserved also as private rooms. The rooms vary in size, and normally the largest bedroom with a walk-in closet and a private bathroom is assigned for the ladies. The midsize and the small bedroom share a bathroom and each has a closet. All the rooms have a security box, and a fan (no A/C) and the showers have hot water.
The patio is surrounded by large trees and a nice garden where students can relax in the hammocks or loungers for a shady retreat.
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Price in US$ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
To learn Spanish in Costa Rica it is essential that you immerse yourself in the language. Living with a family, and getting to know them and their culture is a unique experience that will enhance your learning experience. Your family will open the door to the local community, help you interact with them and participate in their tranquil and rural community life.
The families live in small towns close to the academy, within a 10-kilometer radius of Tamarindo. These small towns are not on the beach but are close enough. The homes are small and typical of the area.
Families are all screened and carefully selected. You will meet many people from the community, and your host family will try to make your stay unforgettable.
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Price in US$ | 420 | 840 | 1260 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
CASA EL MAR is centrally located in Playa Tamarindo, only one block from the beach and from the school.
Amidst a tropical garden, Casa el Mar has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The main floor is an open area with a large community kitchen, a comfortable living room and a spacious dining area, with a double door that leads into an outdoor sitting area. The setting of the main floor invites the students to have group activities such as preparing dinner, playing games, doing homework or sharing the day’s experiences with one another.
The bedrooms are divided by gender for women or men and are designed for multiple occupants, but the smaller rooms can be reserved also as private rooms. The rooms vary in size, and normally the largest bedroom with walk-in closet and a private bathroom is assigned for the ladies. The midsize and the small bedroom share a bathroom and each has a closet. All the rooms have a security box, a fan (no A/C) and the showers have hot water.
The patio is surrounded by large trees and a nice garden where students can relax in the hammocks or loungers for a shady retreat.
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Price in US$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Casa la Carolina is located two and a half blocks from the school and four blocks from the beach.
This comfortable house is situated in a lush tropical garden with a swimming pool. It is very spacious, tastefully furnished and well-decorated. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a dining area, and a lounge room on the second floor.
The bedrooms are cooled by a ceiling fan and air conditioning. Each bedroom has two beds, a private bathroom, a closet, a dresser and a safe. The rooms are to be shared unless otherwise arranged.
Behind the main house, there is a one-bedroom apartment with a matrimonial bed; ideal for couples or for people that prefer a private room. This apartment is equipped for two people and has air conditioning, a kitchenette, a private bedroom and a bathroom. In the garden, there is a small patio.
Enjoy the outdoors of La Carolina with a cool drink under the small rancho, or a refreshing dip in the pool.
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Price in US$ | 500 | 1000 | 1500 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 3500 | 4000 | 5000 | 6000 | 500 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Casa la Carolina is located two and a half blocks from the school and four blocks from the beach.
This comfortable house is situated in a lush tropical garden with a swimming pool. It is very spacious, tastefully furnished and well-decorated. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a dining area, and a lounge room on the second floor.
The bedrooms are cooled by a ceiling fan and air conditioning. Each bedroom has two beds, a private bathroom, a closet, a dresser and a safe. The rooms are to be shared unless otherwise arranged.
Behind the main house, there is a one-bedroom apartment with a matrimonial bed; ideal for couples or for people that prefer a private room. This apartment is equipped for two people and has air conditioning, a kitchenette, a private bedroom and a bathroom. In the garden, there is a small patio.
Enjoy the outdoors of La Carolina with a cool drink under the small rancho, or a refreshing dip in the pool.
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Price in US$ | 500 | 1000 | 1500 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 3500 | 4000 | 5000 | 6000 | 500 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The student house Casa Wayra is located right on campus. It has a spacious living room, and all four rooms are air-conditioned. The largest room has a balcony overlooking the beautiful tropical school garden. This room has 3 beds and a private bathroom. The second bedroom has its own bath while the other two bedrooms share a bath between them.
As with all student houses in Tamarindo, the Wayra student house includes a fully equipped kitchen. All rooms have a safe where laptops and other valuables may be stored.
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Price in US$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
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The student house Casa Wayra is located right on campus. It has a spacious living room, and all four rooms are air conditioned. The largest room has a balcony overlooking the beautiful tropical school garden. This room has 3 beds and a private bathroom. The second bedroom has its own bath while the other two bedrooms share a bath between them.
As with all student houses in Tamarindo, the Wayra student house includes a fully-equipped kitchen. All rooms have a safe where laptops and other valuables may be stored.
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Student opinions about WAYRA Spanish School, Tamarindo Beach
FAQ about WAYRA Spanish School, Tamarindo Beach
- I only want lessons in the morning. Can that be guaranteed?“It is not possible for students to choose morning or afternoon. The exact schedule will be announced on the first day of class depending on the level. The test determines which group you are taught in.”Sabine Krafack, German Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.net - Aug 06, 2021
- Can I book only surf lessons at WAYRA Instituto de Español?“No, the surf course must be taken in combination with a Spanish course. ”Reto Patt, Administration from WAYRA Instituto de Español - Nov 23, 2023
- We would rent a house in the town and would like to have lessons in our house. Is it possible for a teacher to come to our house to teach?“The school can only arrange face-to-face lessons at the language school. They can't offer lessons at students' accommodation. ”Reto Patt, Admission officer from Wayra Spanish School - Nov 23, 2023
- What is the number of students per class at WAYRA?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at WAYRA varies from 1 students (One-to-One Spanish for Specific Purposes) to 6 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at WAYRA Spanish School?100% of teachers at WAYRA Spanish School hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of WAYRA Spanish School from?The highest Nationality percentage at WAYRA Spanish School comes from Switzerland with a 25% representation, followed by students from USA (20%) and Germany (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- WAYRA Spanish School offers courses for which ages?WAYRA Spanish School offers courses from 6 years (Childrens Program, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.