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The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
8 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 221858 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
playa ocotal, guanacaste
  • Ocotal Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Bahia Pez Vela Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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Villa Pura Vida - All Inclusive Options

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (1)
The price is AU$1,683
for 1 villa
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Villa Pura Vida - All Inclusive Options

About the area

El Ocotal

With a stay at this villa in Sardinal, you'll be by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach. .This villa is 13.7 mi (22 km) from Flamingo Beach and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Playa Hermosa.
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What's nearby

  • Ocotal Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Coco Beach - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 24 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 30 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coconutz Brewhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Numu Taproom and Bistro by Chef Nicolas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zi Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Capricho Mexican Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach

Take your family, friends or colleagues on a vacation that they will always remember and cherish at The Malinche Palace.
The Malinche Palace is an astonishing villa designed by the world-famous architect Víctor Cañas, who is known for his contemporary style and utile approach to architecture.
The villa is located in Playa Ocotal on the top of a hill, giving it a truly breathtaking panoramic view of the beach, the ocean, and the stunning mountains and surrounding jungle of Costa Rica. With that, the house is still only 8 minutes walk from the beach, accessed by your own staircase. Additionally, the property is 6 minutes drive from the Playas Coco Downtown, as well as only 32 minutes away from the Liberia Airport.
The house’s design gracefully blurs the line between indoor/outdoor living, with floor to ceiling glass, picture windows, and open areas. This open feel creates an atmosphere of tranquility and connection with nature, while still allowing complete privacy in each guest room.
The property has eight air-conditioned bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, with a total of ten king beds. Each bedroom has its own spirit and style, giving each guest a unique and luxurious experience during their stay.
The detached casita is cliffside with a world-class ocean view, master suite, luxury bathroom, and private balcony.
Adjoining the main house is a two-story apartment with two upstairs bedrooms, a separate kitchenette, and dining area.
The Malinche Palace is ideally suited for family members of all ages, a couple’s retreat, corporate getaways, or the perfect destination wedding.
Overall, the house is estimated to fit 20 people, and if needed, the couches and air mattresses can be used to accommodate up to 30 people.
A spacious common area connects the main kitchen and BBQ area allowing your loved ones to truly enjoy each other’s company while being surrounded by the beauty of Costa Rica.
After a day at the beach, for a cozy night in, spend your evening in the movie room complete with TV, comfy couches, and a fully operating movie theatre. Or, spend your evening watching a beautiful sunset and the ocean view straight from the private pool while drinking a cold drink, then finish your day with a snuggle in the Jacuzzi.
The Malinche Palace also has an ample green area allowing you to do yoga, read, and lounge while enjoying the beautiful garden.

One of our most popular requests is our chef service, available upon request for an additional charge, allowing you to fully enjoy the taste of Costa Rica.
Our discerning guests are also pleased to learn that solar panels provide a large portion of the power used for greater sustainability as we help to preserve the natural beauty of our enchanting land.
With the utmost thought and care given in creating The Malinche Palace, there are far too many delightful surprises and amenities to list here!
Our greatest desire is to make your stay with us a dream come true, and we are more than happy to help you with
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Julia

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 20,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 29

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Malinche Palace Luxury Villa Stunning Ocean View Beach
Malinche Palace Luxury Stunning Ocean View Beach playa ocotal
Malinche Palace Luxury Stunning Ocean View Beach
Malinche Palace Luxury Villa Stunning Ocean View Beach
Malinche Palace Luxury Stunning Ocean View Beach playa ocotal
Malinche Stunning Ocean Ocotal

The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Wonderful Vacation for 16 Friends

Julia, the host, was extremely accommodating and responsive before and during our visit. She quickly responded to all texts via Whatsapp and handled any concerns with care. For example, the dryer stopped working in the middle of our stay so she replaced it with a new dryer. She even replaced a TV in one of the rooms with a new one. The maid service was daily and very helpful throughout our stay. Would highly recommend Carlos, the bartender. He comes prepared with his own fruits for making frozen drinks that were absolutely incredible. His banana coladas we so delicious! Just be sure to tip well! We even tipped the maid service at the end of our stay. They were worth it! The cook was good but be prepared for bland food, not much seasoning, but still worth using the cook when everyone is around. Our first meal we had the night of our arrival was a Costa Rica dinner which was perfect after traveling all day. Everyone seemed to enjoy it! Don't order the pizza from the cook. We had to recook the pizza and guests still didn't like it. We ended up ordering pizza from Pizza Hub which was pretty good. Would recommend renting a golf cart or rental car even with the bad roads. Paying for a driver can get expensive. The one thing we didn't like was that everyone asks for payment up front in cash, supposedly to avoid the 13% tax, but it became a pain to gather large sums of cash from all the guests for the cook, driver, tips, excursions, etc. Overall, we had the best vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time!

Julia was very welcoming and responsive to any questions we had. Thoroughly loved her home
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivannia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa Malinche

House is beautiful only that appliances need upgrades. Grill not working refrigerators did not cool well. And lots of steep hiking to reach the beaches. Not walkable for elderly people. Which website did not specify.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous house

The house was exceptionally aesthetically pleasing and expansive. It offered a breathtaking panoramic view of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Costa Christmas!

The minute you walk through the door the view is stunning! The house is an amazing architectural wonder with a perfect view of Playa Ocotal. Close to Coco, walking distance to two beaches, and Father Rooster restaurant. You can get fishing trips and jet skis trips out of Ocotal. The house is tidied up each day and you can have a chef if so desired. The outdoor living is Costa Rica at its finest! Our family of 10 had more than enough space to spread out and relax. We appreciated all they did to make it a Christmas Vacation to remember.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Malinche palace

We loved our stay at Malinche. The house is set up perfectly for large groups and families. Quick drive to various beaches, awesome pool for days at the house, Andrey was a great tour guide and the house cleaning and gardening crew were wonderful. We are restaurant folks and cooked most meals at Malinche. Could use a few bowls in the kitchen but we grilled, baked and sautéed with great success. Loved the open kitchen living area but could use a locked cabinet or box for foods that attract the birds and raccoons. The house is so well designed it really made for a very social hub while providing privacy in the bedroom suites. House has some minor issues such as: tv in garden room didn’t work, oceanfront casita toilet runs and the raccoons are quite skilled at getting into kitchen cabinets and trash. But overall it was pretty close to perfect and no one wanted to leave!!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Igor S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had the best vacation at The Malinche Palace.

We had the best vacation at The Malinche Palace. The property was gorgeous and comfortable. Everything was so lovely. Julia went above and beyond for each part to make sure the property was perfect everyday. I would highly recommend this place for the big groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuanxiang C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Michael

Very nice property and it is good for up to seven couples group
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property

14 of us celebrated together and had a wonderful time. The host couldn’t have been more accommodating. She communicated great and always responded quickly if we had any questions. The chef service was worth every penny. Food was great and all the additional staff were amazing as well. The area was safe, the house was well stocked, and Mauricio was icing on the cake. He was so attentive to all of our needs and made everything happen for us without any hiccups! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a large space, love outdoors, sunsets and beautiful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unbelieveable Experience!!

We were celebrating a friends 40th birthday with 7 couples. The house was amazing and setup perfectly for everyone to have there own space with a great common area and pool to hang out together. We will most definitely be back with our kids to enjoy the experience! Julia was a fantastic host and made sure we had everything we needed. The rest of the staff was top-notch as well!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Womens Retreat

I hoated my annual womens retreat at this location. Everything was as described & the pictures do not do this beautiful home justice. Julia was very helpful and attentive, helping to ensure we had everything we needed leading up to the trip. Mauricio and Team were very helpful in planning excursions and getting us around. I recommend planning to use their transportation service instead of Uber due to the personalization of the experience and attentiveness of the drivers. The house was cleaned daily and the cleaning team did a wonderful job as well. I can’t say enough things about this home and the level of service and care provided. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

J D., Corsicana, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Beauty by the ocean

We only saw the owner at check in. We used Mauricio for all transportation and event planning. He’s wonderful! Very accommodating and gave suggestions for outings, grocery shopping and dining. The house is beautiful, but it’s outside living. All bedrooms have ac, but the rest does not. The views are gorgeous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Abigail C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning View and Property

Julia was great to communicate with. She provided all the necessary information like driver info, which made my stay easier and was always available to answer any questions that I had. The property came with a housekeeping staff which made sure all the rooms were clean. Overall the property is stunning with breathtaking views from every angle. Some of the bedrooms need updating and had some minor cosmetic flaws like defective/ not working led mirror lights, outdated sinks and decor. Some areas like the guest house could use a fresh coat of paint to revive the overall aesthetics of the rooms. I would not recommend using their “personal chef” that comes with the property. The chef doesn’t cook on site and the meals were not what I had selected from the menu I was provided with. I had originally intended to use the chef for the entire trip but I cancelled after day 2 and when I realized the chef wasn’t on site to cook for us. The housekeepers were the ones bringing the breakfast and lunch over to our villa. ..Which were the exact meals both days, no variety or change. There are many restaurants nearby that you will enjoy or stock your groceries beforehand if you’ll be cooking. The freezer section of refrigerator in the kitchen was not working so only a half of it was able to be used. Our driver Mauricio and his partner Herman that was recommended by Julia were amazing! They were always available anytime we wanted to go anywhere or needed anything. Highly recommend them!!!! Overall my group and I had a terrific vacation in Costa Rica at the Malinche Palace.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular Cuisine, Views, and Staff

I’d recommend this to anyone looking for a getaway. It is wonderful to be walking distance to the beach with amazing views inside & out. This place is a gem of a place to stay for many unexpected reasons. First of all, the chef is exceptional. We would highly recommend that people with young children who are looking for an amazing culinary experience book this place. The empanadas were as big as our heads. The sushi was a feast for the eyes and the bellies. The breakfasts were wholesome and filling. The desserts were incredible. We fed 8 picky eaters ages 5 to 9 and the kids devoured every single meal provided. Secondly, there is a “private” access beach called Playa Gringo and if you are in decent enough shape to hike there (and it is quite an uphill and curvy hike) it is the softest sand and cool sea creatures. We saw only a couple people each time we visited - such serenity and curiosities. We tremendously appreciated the cleaning staff. My 6 yr old was thrilled to have a girl (staff’s daughters) to play, eat, and play tag. The kids were thrilled to have another kid to play with and to listen to her Spanish words as she colored (“rojo” “Azul” etc). The curtains are sheer in several rooms You need to be careful about your room selection and lights at night if you are modest. Things I would do differently: -I would have brought pillowcases -Brought vacuum water bottles that keep ice water cold because neither the filtered tap drinking water nor the water cooler water were cold and even putting bottles in the freezer didn’t work. -If I had known that the incredible chef is Filipino, I would have requested a Filipino meal for one of the nights. -If I knew that jacuzzi means only bubbles and not warm water, I wouldn’t have gotten my hopes up. I’m a wimp and the pool and jacuzzi were too cold for me to enjoy. That being said, my husband loves a crisp cold dip on a hot day and the kids and my friends did not complain. I absolutely wholeheartedly recommend this breathtaking home and kind hostess. The palace was gorgeous, comfortable, and fun. We saw interesting birds and plants right on the property in addition to the adorable lizards. While other reviews had me worried about safety of property and bugs, we were not bothered by either (except for 1 night my legs were eaten by mosquitos because my daughter left the bedroom door open for 5 minutes w/ the lights shining). This was a carefree dreamy vacation. I hope many others will come!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wife’s Birthday!

We had a group of 14 adults and the house was amazing!! Everything was amazing the bartender Carlos was great, The car service was amazing and the chef dinners were delicious!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely beautiful

Julia was a wonderful host and communicated quickly. The maids were so kind, did an excellent job, and chef service was very good! Used Mauricio for excursions and he was so personable and made everything more fun! Loved our stay, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home !!!

Julia and her husband were great hosts we loved the way they took care of us. Even when calling them at night they always responded. The home is clean and well kept. The views are amazing also. I would highly recommend this home to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Honwan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Time to be had by all!

We had a group of 12 people, including 3 couples and 3 singles. The property was perfect for this group. Although the property is slightly dated, everything was extremely well kept and inviting. The Hosts, Max and Julia were very attentive to our needs and request; simply great hosts. So much so that they started us off on day one with fresh sliced fruits and drinks, upon our arrival. The kitchen area was the focal point, where everyone congregated daily for meals, drinks, swimming, laughs and pics. We did have an issue with the kitchen refrigerator on the 3rd day, where all of our food had to be thrown away. Fortunately there was a regular sized refrigerator in one of the rooms that we used for the duration of the trip. It would have been nice jester to replace the food. The rooms were clean, extremely comfortable and mostly bug free. Note to remember, you are in the brush and bugs are to be expected bit as long as we kept out light to a minimal at night(the lights will attract bugs and they may find a way in) it was fine. Our transportation specialists, Mauricio and Herman were WONDERFUL! He didn't seem like our transportation specialist but like apart of the group, which made the experience even better. They arranged all excursions and shopping runs and they're end price was more than reasonable so tip them well. Also, the cleaning staff was great but one person in particular, that was at the villa most of the time, was extremely kind and personable, to the point that she felt like apart of our group. We really loved the staff! In addition to the excursions and of course the property, Julia set us up with the local massage company and everyone agreed that it was THE BEST massage any of us EVER had. It was an hour long and was a quarter of the cost that we would normally pay at a nice spa in US. It is 200% worth it. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to anyone because of the following: 1. Great Host (Thank you Julia and Max) 2. Lovely property 3. Staff feels like family 4. MAURICIO and HERMAN! 5. Great Location (about 35 min from airport) 6. Hidden Beach! A few things to note: 1. The hidden/secluded beach amazing But....it is a hike, literally so any. If you are not in decent shape and have any nagging issues don't go. 2. Keep the lights off as much as possible during the evening. 3. Keep the kitchen clean at night, raccoons will clean up if you don't. 4. Relax, this is the perfect place for it. PURA VIDA!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shantell T.

Liked: Cleanliness

EXCELLENT Stay

Malinche Palace is excellent. Julia, Max, Mauricio and Herman are simply the best. My first visit to Malinche was in March 2022 with family. I enjoyed the home and location so much that I knew I had to return. October 2022, I stayed again with my line sisters and we had a great time. The house, the meal, the drivers, Julia and Max is top notch! Book Malinche, you will not want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous views, spectacular home!

My extended family of 20 people all stayed on this beautiful property. Everything was easy access and owners were responsive. It's close enough to coco that we actually walked into town, though you need to be in decent shape with the hills. We loved our large community living area- all the kid had a blast!! Totally recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Mini Resort

I would classify this home as a mini resort. It is perfect for large groups, we had 14 and were very comfortable. Julia was very responsive and kind. The maids were excellent in keeping place tidy. Maurice and his crew were the icing own the cake. You don't need to rent a vehicle , and set up excursions. He will do it all for you. He went as far to go get us Sandwich bags at local store. We used him for trip to La Fortuna, and I'm so glad we did. We were comfortable in an A/C travel bus while there was a tremendous rain storm. That would have been very challenging if we were to drive it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maxim M., San Jose Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness

An amazing stay

I want to Thank Max and Julia for an AMAZING experience. The house is huge and very safe. Soon as we walked into the House... We were in awwww of the Beauty of the property and the view. Each young lady that was with us was extremely happy. The customer service was outstanding and the housekeeper Gloria just was an adding blessing to the property. The Chef was good! The only thing I had a problem with was the Lobster was over cooked. Everyone was so gracious. Every referral we received was top notch and of a high caliber. Julia and Max were prompt with their response and stopped at nothing to satisfy our stay. This location will def be my home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Jenny T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ups and downs

This was a girl's trip with 14 of my friends after a long 2 years of not traveling during covid. The house was extremely beautiful. Mauricio and German were absolutely AMAZING and took such good care of us from driving us all over, to planning our excursions to even just bringing us ice when we'd had to many cocktails to drive. Gloria and the other girls at the house were excellent talking care of the house and cleaning up after us and all our messes. We used the chef services which were also good, although limited for the vegetarian and vegan guests. All the women on the trip were very grateful to not have to "mom" at all during the week. We got massages the first day at the house that were some of the best any of us had had. I would say the double bedrooms might be alright for 4 children but are not big enough for more than 2 adults even with the 2 King beds. Our first 3 days were pretty magical, unfortunately our trip took a turn. The house is advertised as gated. Which, yes, the driveway has a gate. Otherwise the property is accessible. On day 4, while a friend was napping on the couch downstairs in the smaller 2 bedroom house and the rest of us were all at the pool, in the middle of the day, the smaller house was broken into and we were robbed. They were able to get in through a bathroom window that doesn't have a lock on it and is not able to be secured. They got hundreds of dollars in cash, 2 laptops, multiple pairs of brand new sneakers as well as a backpack with 1 guests passport. Nothing was recovered. Mauricio went above and beyond helping us with this horrible situation. He brought us to stay at a resort our last 2 nights because none of us felt safe there at that point and on our final full day there 2 people had to spend the entire day driving almost 5 hours each way to the embassy to get a new passport just so they could get home. More than likely this could have been prevented with a window lock. Especially with the way they advertise it, we expected a little more.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Vacation Ever

I planned this trip as a surprise for my husband's 50th birthday and it was the best trip ever. This is the first time I/we stayed in a villa and it was amazing. The pics you see of the villa online doesn't do the villa justice. It is absolutely beautiful. Yuliya, who is the owner of the villa was there to greet us and give us the grand tour. Yuliya was very responsive while I was planning the trip and during our stay. Her staff came in every day to clean the villa. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner a couple of times at the villa and everything we ate was very good. Hats off to the chef!! We also used Mauricio and his team to takes us on our tours and to the supermarket a few times. They were absolutely great. Very friendly and responsive to our needs. We weren't sure how the tips worked so we tipped Mauricio's team after every excursion and tipped Mauricio, the cleaning ladies and the chef when we checked out. The only negative thing I would is the wifi is spotty. I could not get any work done while I was there. Also the hot water pressure in the Casita needs to be fixed. The pool was amazing!! Funny thing though the water was cold during the day and warm at night. If your considering renting this villa, you will not be disappointed. Many thanks to Yuliya & her team for a wonderful stay. PURA VIDA!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022