Swim-up Rooms & Private Pools in Puntarenas

Beautiful! Loved jungle walk to the beach. We loved the pools & our suite. We had a small private pool with our room just for us! Nice bars & restaurant. Golf cart service and luggage storage. The staff is very nice.

Pretty much everything - comfortable room with a nice ocean view, friendly staff, good food, nice pool, access to the beach.

Breakfast was great everyday. White face monkeys were a common site, especially at breakfast. The dinners at the restaurant were top notch and reasonably priced for a resort. Our servers Carlos, Marcos, Francella and William were are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. My wife is celiac and they went above and beyond to make sure her food was safe and delicious. Our room had a private pool with a beautiful view that my kids used every day. The beach was a five minute hike from the property, quiet and beautiful!

The animals around, was more worth it than going to Manuel Antonio Park, I saw a tucano, a lizard, a sloth, monkeys everywhere… including my varanda ! Cocktails at happy hour 2 for 1. The pool is not heated, but was warm enough, during day and night. Pool and restaurant with a view. Great option of a second pool with no kids. Beautiful architecture, great food at breakfast (pancakes and eggs from scratch) and dinner. The hotel is on a hill, but a golf car took us up any time needed.

Loved staying here, the adults pools especially is really nice with a bar serving food and drinks. Having access to Biesanz beach through the hotel was a selling point to us, where we went and relaxed and swam in the mornings with not too many people. Be careful it’s a steep 10min walk down, the walk back up could be tough for someone less fit! Same goes with the grounds itself, it’s located on a very steep hill to go up to the restaurant and pool but they have golf carts to help you. Staff were really lovely. Lots of wildlife around including a big group of monkeys that came down to the pool area one night. The views from breakfast were fab.

Excellent room with a private pool on the balconey & kitchen. Clean, good free breakfast and nice swimming pool.

Nice clean room with a nice private pool at a reasonable price. Staff was friendly, free breakfast was great!

We stayed a week at the Oceano, and what a lovely stay it was! We had a suite with a plunge pool. The room was massive, spotlessly clean and had everything we could need and more. The kitchen is well equipped with coffee maker, fridge freezer, small oven etc and a washer-dryer. The staff at the hotel were all very friendly and welcoming, nothing was a problem. Breakfast is good, selected from a menu (around 7 choices in total) and cereals, juice and coffee were self service. The food always came out hot and everything we had, we really enjoyed. I would say to get to breakfast around 8:00 as there are only a few tables and it did get busy after 8:30. The pool area was also very well maintained and the pool itself was the perfect temperature. I will say the hotel got significantly busier on weekends due to offers they had on, so there was a longer wait for breakfast and the pool did get more crowded, so if you want to avoid this it’s best to do an excursion on a weekend and have a relaxing pool day another time. I wouldn’t hesitate to come back to the Oceano. It really is a delight and situated only 10 mins from the Jaco strip, so it’s quiet but not too far away from the action.

The room was spacious, however, we upgraded after a week to a Pool room. which was on the balcony. Absolutely Loved it. Exercise in the pool downstairs in the morning< and refreshing cool pool in the afternoon on the balcony. It was amazing. You could not ask for more in a hotel. We loved our stay. The staff are wonderful. The Manager Alexandra was amazing as well, very helpful. It was a full apartment, with a kitchen, refrigerator, stove, microwave. If you wanted to cook You could. Pali grocery store is minutes away, Maxi Mennos ( Walmart) is a 15 minute walk on the main strip. The main Pool downstairs was amazing, with a side jacuzzi and little huts for shade, as well as beautiful lounge chairs. If you don't want to cook, you can order with confidence from the restaurant in the hotel, everything was delicious. The breakfast is included and spectacular choices. As far as we were concerned it was all first class, the service, the staff and the apartment. We loved our stay. We would highly recommend this hotel. The cleaning is done daily. you have a choice of the time it is done. They cater to your every desire. We even washed our clothes before coming back, as there is a washer and dryer in the apartment, you just have to buy detergent that's it.

Oceano was definitely one of the best lodging options for downtown Jaco. Everything you could want was writhing a 10-minute walk or a 10-minute taxi drive. The property is new and the facilities are upgraded. Our particular room included a a full kitchen with laundry. We had a separate bedroom and a living room that included a large couch which converted into a double decker bed. The room had two balconies which overlooked the pool. There were also floor to ceiling windows that brought in lots of light. This can be good or bad. The view was lovely, but could be noisy at night when people were frolicking in the pool. Also, you could be seen through the windows by neighbors. We kept the shade down most times. However, the property was lovely. Breakfast was included in our stay and it was homemade deliciousness. The staff provided free beach or pool towels that could be exchanged each day. The staff was very helpful and courteous. The hotel tour concierge was very helpful and helped my family customize our excursion experience. Each night we could walk to the best restaurants and bars and felt safe. I highly recommend Oceano. FYI: as of Dec 2024, there are three additional properties being built in the area. By Dec 2025, I imagine that strip will be a bustling little metropolis. I look forward to returning.

- Really nice outdoor area with green plants and flowers. On my last day, I had a room with a balcony and a view to the swimming pool and the outdoor area, that was nice. - A communal kitchen - A small swimming pool, maybe 20 meters long? - Staff was nice - Rooms were also pretty nice - Close to the beach - Close to small supermarkets and restaurants (I can recommend the Israeli falafel shop that is like maybe 20 m away? There is also a restaurant that kind of shares the outdoor area with the hotel, it also has nice food. - Laundry service right next door - The hotel is managed really professionally by Kevin. Also, if you have questions - bus, tourist tips, whatever - ask him, he knows it. The other staff members are also nice, but my experience was, they know less than him.

It's a really beautiful place. They have the Rising Sol yoga Shala right on the property. I took two yoga classes there at 8:45 am. The pool is really nice. I was wishing it was a bit cooler getting in on those hot days. The pool was nice at night just like a warm tub. They have an excellent restaurant. It's expensive but the food is so good it's worth it.The shared kitchen was an excellent plus. The location is great because it's walking distance to the beach. The rooms are nice too. I loved staying there and would definitely stay again. Kevin and Gretan were so lovely and helpful.

We had a perfect stay at Yuli hotel! Close to beach and the swimming pool was a great! We relaxed a few days in Uvita and therefore the swimming pool was a big plus. The staff is very friendly, especially Kevin help us a lot! He showed us the bus schedule, so we could travel te next day with the local bus to San Jose instead of a expensive shuttle. Also he arranged the very early in the morning transport for us to the bus station. The dorm room was clean, with a lot of space.

Very, very pretty eco-hotel with an wonderful pool. The rooms were nice and clean and even the dorms had a balcony. Staff at both the hotel and the restaurant Sebas where hotel guests can have breakfast, drinks for the pool and dinner were incredibly nice and helpful. The restaurant food was amazing and there is an option to take yoga classes right at the hotel. Overall a great experience!

Very nice, clean and spatious rooms, swimming pool was great and with good hours of use. The staff was very friendly, courteous and accommodating at all times. It is conveniently located close to the National Park entrance and several tour operators options. A quiet and relaxing environment at the rooms and nice ambient music at the pool area from the restaurant located right beside.

Incredibly beautiful facilities and immaculately presented room. Every need and indulgence was catered for with diligent and friendly staff. The private pool at our villa was a real bonus, where we had daily wildlife coming to visit! A magical place to stay.

The Hotel is amazing, great design in the room, the restaurant and and the pools. It was a great stay, the pool is perfect, with monkeys just around the pool jumping (not annoying or dangerous)

Wonderful pool and poolside bar. Clean. Comfy beds. Nice outlook. Short walk to a lovely beach. Free sunscreen available at the pool is a nice touch.

The rooms and pools are beautiful, and the property is near the area’s best beaches. We appreciated that the property provided sunscreen and bug spray. The staff are all very friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had a good experience while we were staying at the property. We enjoyed a very good wine dinner at Arbol restaurant, and we enjoyed the drinks we ordered at poolside bars.

Everything! The design is done with incredibly good taste. The location/plot is full of wildlife. We went to 5 tours prior to our stay here to see wildlife and we saw less than what is on site (all types of monkeys, birds, sloths from close proximity, etc). The beach is also nice, black sand, but we preferred to stay at the pools. The rooms are fabulous and designed with impeccable taste. Regarding the restaurant, we often go to these elegant hotels but usually the restaurant does not stand up to the hotels. This is NOT the case for Arbol. The restaurant, Arbol, was great: breakfast, lunch and dinner, it was so good we ate all meals there! It is refined and delicious. Staff is also extremely attentive and helpful. The gym is small but sufficient for 1-2 trainings. We will definitely come back.

Shana is definitely better than the other hotel we stayed at. The playa biseanz is a wonderful beach with iguana’s and crab’s and clear water. We got a Royal jungle view with private pool - I would say the room and the bathroom were amazing but the private is outside and not connected to your room. We had to call front desk every time to turn the pool on and the lights didn't work which becomes dark to swim after sunset. The breakfast was amazing and all the facilities were provided. Overall I would say Shana is a top-class hotel and it is worth the price to stay.

This property is built into a steep hill overlooking the ocean. It is beautiful - a bit difficult to navigate getting in and out with your vehicle, but very doable. The pool area and restaurant are absolutely beautiful. The breakfast provided is amazing and if you go early (between 6 and 7) you will see the white faced monkeys trying to partake in the breakfast as well - haha! The pool has a great bar with some wonderful drinks. The mistake we made was getting there on a Monday evening not realizing the Manuel Antonio is closed on Tuesdays. You can go to the beach and shops around the park, just not go into the park on Tuesday. We did come back and enjoyed it on our last day and it is a flatter well manicured park with fantastic beaches inside the park - it is flat enough that you can tour with sandals instead of hiking shoes. If you can buy your tickets to the park online ahead of time, then you can avoid those people trying to make you pull over if you are driving to the park. There is a parking lot very close to the park and we had to just make up stories to get those people to stop bugging us about pulling over and parking. In the end we did get a space in the very close official lot and a great tour guide. The staff was very attentive and helpful with everything - however, we felt that the area that you book tours was not well organized and they didn't really help us with the questions we asked. We just embarked on our own and had a great time anyway!

Shana's location was excellent: close to a wonderful beach accessible from the property, and a short (though hilly) walk to Manuel Antonio town. Our party had two rooms with ocean views that were close together. They were, bright, clean, nicely appointed, and comfortable. There are two pool areas, but we only discovered the adult pool towards the end of our stay (would have used it more.) We really enjoyed the views from the open-air restaurant and witnessed monkeys there a few times. Overall, the food selection was good and whatever we ordered was tasty. We particularly liked the breakfast buffet. A shout out to Javier, Andre, Edgar, and Lizandro for their excellent service. Be sure to catch the beautiful sunset views from the property!

Our stay was so wonderful! It was the perfect location to have easy access to beach pool and the rainforest. The staff were so helpful and kind. There was great wildlife to see right from the hotel at the right times of day! We had just a few minor recommendations- please provide a couple more bath towels, install a door sweep under the door (there was a small gap and we had a gecko roommate one night) and more hooks in the room for towels and wet items! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the jungle room with semiprivate pool that was cool and shaded.

We stayed at the Shana for a week over spring break. Everything about it was wonderful. The staff, the beach, the pool, the breakfast. we saw more wildlife on the hotel proper than we did in Manuel Antonio National Park. The monkeys were daily entertainment. There is a sloth that hangs out in a tree by the adult pool and a set of scarlet macaws that will fly in every day. I can’t recommend this hotel enough.

amazing property, great ocean view, private pool, huge space, beautiful furnitures, style , design , comfort and tranquility. much better than any place we stayed in Costa Rica, including 5 star hotels In Arenal area. when you go to this suites, you don’t want to leave. be careful, and Pura vida ))

Well appointed property and a spectacular view. We extended our stay by adding another night as soon as we checked in. Modern amenities with a private pool and well equipped kitchen, breathtaking sunsets, stargazing at night - it was great value for the money in every way.

Everything went well, Laura the manager was extremely helpful and supportive. The location and view of the place are just breathtaking. The private pool and the view from there is not tappable. There are not many places like this.

The view is amazing. The private pool is so nice and the nature just outside the terrace is beautiful. The room for 3 persons was spacious enough and the little kitchen with the refrigerator was very helpful.

The room was extremely luxurious: the private pool was amazing and the view was breathtaking. The room was spacious and really clean. Expensive room, but worthwhile.

Charming hotel Small but nice pool, great decking with bar and restaurant Loved the howler monkeys in the early am Spider monkeys come onto the deck! However we stayed In the house across the hiway: private pool, great access to the beach.. but the main shower is in terrible disrepair.. the flimsy old doors come right off!

The staff were amazing. We found the food really good in the restaurant. Close to the beach and a little town with some bars and restaurants. Monkeys everyday. Nice bar and plunge pool. There are quite a few families. The Karahe bar will let you sit at their tables and chairs on the beach for free. Just be aware that their drinks are a little more expensive, in order to cover this.

This is a great location for access to Manual Antonio and the beaches, short drive to Quepos for Sportfishing etc. We got the suite with the most beds they had (3 doubles and a twin), the little kitchen, and balcony chill spot. Don't expect North Coast level 5 star bathrooms and king size beds, duh. This would be a perfect spring break room for 5 college buddies surfing and fishing for a month. Um, can I do that again, no, I'm a 55 year old father of 3. :-) There's a bar built into it that brought back great college memories. The closed door separate room with bathroom was shared by all. It's a funky layout that I immediately started redesigning, but I had to let it go. It's Costa Rica, Pura Vida, crack an Imperial and get down with your bad self. I would have made the closed door room a big old King Bed for mama and papa, and put an extra bunk bed in the other room and voila, "family suite," charge and extra $100, people will pay it. The cool off pool and restaurant are top notch and the crew is all over the parking situation, guiding you in and out of parking safely. Believe me, you don't want to drive your rental car to Manuel Antonio and the Beaches and park, especially within 2 weeks either side of Easter. Short walk to either the "private" beach with more locals or down the road to the Manuel Antonio shops and beaches. The plumbing and hot water are serviceable, a little tricky to keep it the right temp, but you're in Costa Rica remember? Pura Vida!

LOVE THIS PLACE! Pictures don't do it justice. Its much nicer in person. Its the perfect jungle / beach hotel. Literally! I extended my stay by 3 more nights and didn't want to leave! It was really great. The rooms are big, clean and comfy. Quiet area in the jungle with monkeys everyday. Just a short 5 min walk to the beach and 10 mins to the park. The restaurant is open al day long and the pool is the perfect size and refreshing. Staff were great. Everything is great! Im a pretty picky person when it comes to my hotels but I would highly recommend and would stay again!

Had a great 5 night stay at the Jungle Beach. During our stay, we saw white-face monkeys, squirrel monkeys, and howler monkeys (yes, they are loud and will wake you up bright and early if you are a light sleeper), as well as deer and macaws. The hotel is a short walk to the beach and a 15 minute walk to the national park. The hotel bar and restaurant were great. We got breakfast, lunch, and dinner there as well as happy hour drinks. The pool is small, but a good to dip your feet in. Great option for the value.

Clean, modern, airy and light design with amazing views. Fabulous place to relax and enjoy the ocean views and breezes. Plunge pool and outdoor shower are amazing.

Amazing Ocean View, private pool, outdoor kitchen, good standard The hostes Alexia was great, helped us book all activites and ATV and was very helpful during the entire stay of 2 weeks with making our stay as good as possible We also warmly recommend the surf lessons with Bernal, the best! Hi is very encouraging and know what is needed to help you evolve to the next level, also always chill, do not stress, very service minded. We did also go with Bernal on boat tour, great fishing, so much fun, beautiful dolphins

We had a great stay at Akwa! Alexia and Eduardo were welcoming, kind and responsive. The villa was luxurious, with minimalist design, a full sliding door that transformed the space into shared indoor/outdoor space. The private plunge pool is a game changer! The driveway into the development is very steep, but this is typical of many accommodations in Santa Teresa. You can walk to the beach and back, just prepare yourself for a short but challenging climb back up!

This was an amazing boutique hotel located in Santa Teresa. The staff were phenomenal and super helpful. The room was spacious and super clean, with an extremely comfy bed, and very eco friendly! The pool was fantastic, and even though it was shared it really felt like a private pool as most rooms had their own. The view from the pool was amazing as well! The breakfast every morning was great. The hotel is up a very steep hill, so I would be prepared to do a hike uphill if you don’t have a vehicle. The hotel as well is a short walk to many bars and restaurants, including some great beach front spots! Overall would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Santa Teresa!

This hotel is really a gem in Santa Teresa. We stayed there for an additional night and it was the best decision we made if this wouldn’t have been our last stop on this trip we might as well have never left. We stayed in the Bardot Lodge which has a private pool with a spacious terrace and a small outdoorkitchen. The view is just breathtaking, imagine waking up with the view of the ocean right in front of your bed. We had a huge shower, seperate toilet and everything we could or couldn’t imagine beforehand. Didn’t try the breaktfast unfortunately as we bought fruits and granola at the supermarket to spend as much time as possible in our private paradise. Yes the street going up the hill is steep but you can’t have that view and be so near to the ocean at the same time if its not a steep climb. With the car if takes one minute to go up and we also walked it which is also fine. (Just one straight climb no need for a 4WD (we had one but didn’t use the option to go up there) Also Alexia is really a gem welcoming you and you feel home immediately. We‘ll definitely come back.

Absolutely everything. An incredible accommodation in an even more incredible location. But I go in order. Location: on top of a hill, on the very edge, with a spectacular view of the ocean and the town. The room is huge, designer decorated, with glass walls and a large terrace (from which you will not leave). (there is also a jacuzzi). All kitchen appliances, large TV with Netflix (I doubt you'll need it near this view). The bathroom is in style (also a view of the ocean and the place) large and brutally clean. Staff: fantastic. They will make sure you feel fantastic. Food: Great (some reviews write that the breakfast is less good and small) - I DISAGREE. For breakfast, you have exactly the choice you need, in large quantities and all with the highest quality products. (included, coffee, natural juice, sweets, bread, spreads and coffee) - and they let you choose where you will eat - breakfast in the room on the terrace is indescribable.

Fantastic welcome and introduction from Stephanie - great recommendations too. Wonderful breakfast. Great facilities team from cleaners to security, gardeners and maintenance people. All very friendly and helpful. Yoga session on site. Amazing views from room. Very clean. Had all amenities - great toiletries. Using WhatsApp made things very easy like ordering ATV; taxi: yoga. Welcome drink and bottle of wine on arrival really set the tone for a wonderful stay and we will hopefully be back! Also we had a lovely little Valentine’s Day treat from the hotel, such a cute touch! Also as an LGBT couple we were made to feel completely welcome and like any other couple. This is not always our experience so I think deserves a special mention. Again huge thank you to Stephanie and the team.

Vista del Alma is absolutely our best holiday location ever! Santa Teresa helps of course in having a fantastic time, but staying in Vista del Alma really improved the entire stay. Great, clean design room with amazing view over the ocean with beautiful sunsets. Every morning you wake up with the sound of the waves and the jungle. Great breakfast, super nice personnel (special thanks to Julia), also for drinks and snacks. Complementary yoga sessions in the morning are a dream. The jacuzzi on the terrace made it extra special.

I cannot begin to explain how perfect our stay was. The staff were so excellent and helped with everything. Excellent quite location- but you will need an ATV or a car to get up the steep hill! the views and seclusion are well worth it. Best stay we could have asked for!

We liked Everything, the location, the beautiful views, it was close the many beaches, the breakfast was great at the facilities and there was also good places to eat around. Stephanie and the rest of the crew were super friendly and attentive all the time.

After staying around the lively Santa Teresa near Playa Carmen, arriving at Blue Surf Sanctuary was like landing at an oasis. Leah, our delightful host, made sure our stay was nothing short of amazing. She was not only super fun and helpful but had a smile that could light up the whole place! From fresh coconuts to watermelon and passion fruit, Leah ensured we tasted every bit of the fresh goodness Costa Rica had to offer. Our room was huge, and they even set up a crib for our little 7-month-old adventurer. We spent lazy afternoons lounging in hammocks, chatting away while overlooking the inviting pool. Speaking of the pool, it was a much-needed refresher after our beach escapades. Don't get me wrong, the beach (which was literally footsteps away) was a blast, but nothing beats a splash in the pool to cool off in the afternoon! One of the best parts? It felt like we had the entire place to ourselves most of the time. And can we talk about that outdoor kitchen? Totally Instagram-worthy and perfect for whipping up delicious meals with all the local ingredients. Although we couldn't resist the temptation of the nearby restaurants (seriously, so many great options!). We'd book this place again in a heartbeat. Thanks for the unforgettable stay, Blue Surf Sanctuary!

what an incredible place! I traveled to Costa Rica with my family (myself, my partner, and our 4.5 year old son) and two other families who also have young children. We had the most amazing stay we had at Blue Surf Sanctuary! Just a 1 min walk from the most glorious beach and minutes from the adorable town of Santa Theresa - which is teeming with amazing restaurants, cafe's, shops etc. - Blue Surf truly has everything you need! The accommodations are comfortable and beautiful and you can see all of the upgrades that are being poured into the place. We loved making a quick breakfast in the al fresco kitchen each morning followed by a trip down to the beach to pick seashells. Following a morning adventure - we did everything from horseback riding to ATV adventuring to shopping - it was back to blue surf for lunch and a break from the heat of the midday sun with either a dip in the pool or a break in our lovely air-conditioned rooms. More adventuring or beach time/pool time followed in the late afternoon and then dinner out at one of Santa Theresa's wonderful restaurants - NAMI was a fave for sure. No stay at Blue Surf is complete without a surfing experience with their instructor, Toro. It was my very first time surfing and Toro was so easy to learn from - his patience and passion are unmatched! We are already talking about returning this winter. An amazing experience to enjoy with those you love.

I was in Santa Teresa for a week in October 2023 with my girlfriend and we stayed at Blue Surf. The accommodation offers four spacious and modern bungalows, perfect for a great getaway. Especially the pool and the cool outdoor kitchen are highlights of this accommodation. The hotel is located almost on the edge of Santa Teresa yet there are some good restaurants and cafes (Nami, El Patio, El Facon, Eat Street, ...) and a super market within walking distance or quickly accessible by car. The beach can be reached in 2 minutes from the accommodation. From my point of view you are then directly on the more beautiful beach part of Santa Teresa. During this week we had a total of 4 surf sessions with Toro, the surf instructor from Blue Surf. It was pure fun! I already had a little experience from European surf schools, my girlfriend none at all. Toro has managed with his fanstastic nature as a person and coach, that we could make progress from session to session and had tremendous fun. The supervision in the smaller group, as well as different and more pragmatic advice than you are used to from other surf schools, contribute to the success. Result: I was able to solidify the basics, catch white water waves on my own and was even able to try out a smaller board on the last day. My girlfriend is also now on fire and looking forward to the next surf vacation. The surf lessons are definitely worth the money - you will not regret it.

We moved from another accommodation to Blue Surf Sanctuary after deciding that we wanted to spend out last week somewhere nicer! This place did not disappoint. Its in a perfect location, and even though its located near the road, I found since its on the north end of the strip, it wasn't too bad and wasn't bothered by any traffic. The room was super spacious, we had the family room, so for just myself and my partner, it was more than enough and utilised the bunk bed for luggage etc. We loved the balcony with the hanging chairs. It was such a relaxed and chill vibe. The location near the beach was also perfect, really just a minute away, Can't beat it. The facilities were great, beautiful and large kitchen with a dining area. The pool area was also really lovely. Our host was also very accommodating, and if there was anything we needed, he was sure to help arrange it. Would love to come back and stay again!

Really loved this place! Very clean, comfortable and very close walk to the beach. the property is gated in with a code so that’s also great. it is close to the main road so convenient to go places but there can be traffic noise. I’m from the city so that didn’t bother me. A/C worked great and good Wifi. plenty hot water and shower pressure. The pool was great. Very cute place and Rafa the property manager is also great makes it easy to check in and out. He also has great communication and can help you with ATV’s or anything you may want while there.

We stayed here for five nights either side of a trip to Corcovado. We had a waterside room with a kitchen terrace. Communication in advance was excellent. Support during our visit was also very good. The room was clean and as we expected and the kitchen terrace exceeded our expectations. The pool was a bit smaller than we thought - more of a spa pool - but watching the sun rise over the river with Scarlet Macaws chattering overhead, colourful tanagers perching on our wall and kingfishers and herons on the river - I honestly couldn't ask for more!

I came here on my own for some downtime after doing a few weeks of turtle conservation in Rio Oro. Staying at Cabinas Jimenez was just what I needed! The hosts were so accommodating and nice. The room was clean and lovely. Great toilet and shower. The kitchen was awesome I loved getting my music on and cooking on the balcony overlooking the ocean and the pool and palm trees. I had such a great week. I took the boat tour with John and he was an awesome captain, we saw whales and dolphins and did some snorkeling. It was just the best day! Puerto Jimenez was such a calm little town with lovely walks, using the bikes was great. I would definitely be back here if I could ever afford the flights again. Taking the free kayaks in to the mangroves was such a special experience. Amazing can't thank you enough for an excellent week.

We stayed in Cabina Jiminez before and after our trip to Corcovado National Park. The staff is so helpful and accommodating. We stayed one night in a waterfront room which was clean, had AC and everything we need. We left our luggage right in there when we left before 5 for our trip. We were able to leave our rental car there also. It was a short walk to the pier where we left for our tour. After a long hike out we were dropped off at Cabina Jiminez and went to a larger room that had a full kitchen and overlooked the pool and bay. The view of birds was amazing from the porch. We stayed in this room two nights. We would definitely stay here again. It was a wonderful trip and the accommodating staff made it better! Loved that they had bikes and kayaks we could use for free.

Our room had a beautiful view of the gulf. It had an outdoor kitchen that we enjoyed immensely. The air-conditioning and hot water worked well. We enjoyed the pool during the hot part of the day. And we took advantage of the free kayaks and bicycles at the hotel. John, the owner is a gracious host and his staff are very friendly and helpful. John took us out on a dolphin watching tour that included snorkelling a coral reef. It was absolutely a perfect day! I would highly recommend the stay at cabanas Jimenez.

We stayed at Cabinas Jimenez before and after a three day trip into Corcovado. John, Gabby, and Juanita couldn’t have been more accommodating. Our room faced the Golfito Dulce and the pool with really nice sitting areas, an outdoor kitchen, all the comforts of home. I had nice conversations with all three, and felt as if I knew them already. We will definitely go back to spend more time.

We loved our stay at Akua Ocean View Suites. The room was very clean and felt very luxurious. We had our very own plunge pool which always felt peaceful and was wonderful to relax in after a long day. The kitchenette was perfect and had everything we needed.

This is a great place to be on your own. Amazing views from the balcony with a private pool. You need a rental car, and the town nearby is quite small, but it's a lovely place to spend some time.

We just left and already want to return. The plunge pool was amazing. The wildlife- iguanas-toucan-squirrels all made it feel magical. The room was cool- clean and spacious.

We had an excellent stay here. The private pool was fantastic and the view over the ocean was great. We would definitely stay here again.

The view was beautiful and I loved that there was a private pool for each room!

If you are looking for private luxury, best view, private pool and staying close to everything - this is your best pick

Private, design & choice of materials, private pool, view, breakfast + personal & Authentic attention from the owner was perfect.

My husband and I just checked out of Laloon today. What an absolute wonderful stay! From the friendly smiling staff to the delicious breakfast every morning. It all was perfect. We stayed in suite 3 which has its own private pool which was perfect after our early morning walk on the beach , The king size bed is soooo comfortable and . The.staff was so helpful from helping us rent a quad to having a pizza delivered, they were amazing in their continual effort to make our vacation great!! All I can say is.... Thanks to everyone at LALOON and we'll see you next

This was my first time traveling alone, and I was worried I’d feel overwhelmed or intimidated by a new environment. Roni completely melted away those fears with their kindness, attentiveness, and supreme accommodations. I’m blown away by their attention to detail and the care they showed me. The room itself is unreal. Top-notch everything. I’ve never slept so well, the pillows and linens were supreme. The highlight was the plunge pool- I chose this place because I was searching for a room I would crave to be in, and I never once lamented about discomfort or unease. Santa Teresa itself was not the draw, as I am not a surfer nor an “adventurer “…. I’m a chiller. I don’t think I could dream up a better place for me to relax and withdraw from the daily grind.

This place is amazing! Where should I start? The suites are brand new and superbly decorated with an infinity edge pool on each balcony overlooking a beautiful view of the ocean from the hilltop. The sliding door stacked so that you could open the room up and feel like you were outside yet had the most modern and comfortable accommodations. You could even see the monkeys playing in the trees nearby from the balcony. The owners took great care to pamper you and make sure you were well taken care of. They would help with any questions that you had and even help with booking your excursions etc. Roni, one of the owners, cooked amazing, healthy breakfasts each morning which were delivered straight to the room. I can’t say enough of this place except , how soon can I return? if you are looking for an amazing place to stay, you won’t be let down here!

We arrived a bit late and Chris waited for us to give us the key and show us around. What a marvel then to wake up in the morning and take an early dive in the river just in front of the room. Kristen and Chris and really delightful hosts being in the mean time super discreet and always there as soon as you ll need a tip, a recommendation for a tour or an activity or anything you need to know. It was an incredible stay in a very special place very close from the town but still nested in the close by quiet hills.. we will definitely come back to enjoy all the great amenities, the pool and the superb private bungalows

The location of this paradise could not be any better. It's a private little jungle just at the river with the view on actual jungle. It's absolutely stunningly arranged with plants, little altanas, nukes and a luxurious feel swimming pool. The owners are a couple of incredibly nice, accommodating and fascinating people. The little charming huts have everything you'll need for your stay to be comfortable. If you are looking for a jungle experience but don't like to compromise on the comfort, this place offers both and more, with such a class and amazing atmosphere. You'll never want to leave.

Great location that wasn’t too far from the national park. Very clean, cozy, and private. The pool is always warm and it has lights for you to stay in it until 9PM.

Wonderful boutique hotel with, an incredible pool, and greenery. Great owners and a peaceful little oasis away from town.

Lush well kept garden, sound of the river, gorgeous pool and clean and comfortable casita

We had total privacy, a wonderful plunge pool and a view across the trees and valley to the Pacific, sunsets and Uvitas whale's tail, a huge sand bar that appears and disappears with the tide. The food was very good, but not excellent. It is luxurious and everyone tries really, really hard to please guests. Toucans and other birds stopped by our patio, 10 feet away. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Very special and private place. Our villa was nicely decorated and had a nice private pool with view of the ocean. The staff was outstanding. First night we ordered room service for dinner. The breakfasts and the dinner the following night we had in the central building with a great view of the whale tale. We appreciated the quiet and very private villa while having access to a large pool and the amenities of full stacked bar and restaurant. A nice touch was the welcome sign and the artfully sliced pineapple as a welcome gift. One word of caution. This place is only reachable with a 4WD. It is impossible to climb up the hill otherwise. We highly recommend this place and will be back some time in the future.

Wow. Just wow. First up - Leo was our host and was awesome. Great work Leo! All the staff was great. I'm tired of booking hotels that look good in the pictures then turn out to be disappointing. Golden Pineapple goes the other way. It's breathtaking. Everything here is top notch. I won't repeat everyone else, the rooms are amazing. Outdoor showers, tub and personal pool - brilliant. You can sit outside, (naked if you want!), in your own suite surrounded by jungle mountainside watching CR birds and animals around you. I was worried about the restaurant prices being too high. They are not - in my opinion they match most other table restaurants or even lower than most other 4-5 star hotel restaurants, in my experience. And the food is excellent - a little more rich than fresh, but still quite pleasing. This hotel is on a mountain and the road to access it is too. Don't be a hero. You're not getting up here with a 2wd car. If the rentals are all out of 4wd then you're paying for the taxi. This is the only downside of being here, the taxis are now charging $25 USD per trip from the nearby town. (Feb 2024). That adds up if you want to go out a lot. But honestly, book this hotel just to stay in the beautiful room and relax!

FIRST TIP: Make sure you have a 4x4 truck, the mountain incline decline is very steep. Outside of that my stay here was outstanding. I just got back from celebrating my birthday and the staff as well as the owner was very kind, very welcoming. They stayed up all night and giving us directions and leading us up the mountain until we got there and I truly appreciate that. And then on my birthday they made a cake and sing Happy Birthday it was very sweet. The cleaning staff does an amazing job keeping the rooms clean. Once we left and came back to our rooms it was spotless smelled amazing and they kept the pools clean as well. The chef did his thing every night and the food was very delicious. Thank you for showing me a great time while there. The views were fantastic.

Where to start Treated by Juan with a cold sparking pineapple drink Walking through main bar , pool ( shared area) was breathe taking - We staying in villa 4 - first class property with comfortable bed / pillows and an unbeatable view over the whale tail Wild life a plenty flying across vista The food was incredible and staff , particular Marlon’s constant smile and chuckle made us feel at home - Jessie and Oval - you have a gem of a property. We were sad to leave Bryn / Georgina

If you are looking for breathtaking jungle mountain views with the ocean shimmering in the distance while you're being pampered in the lap of luxury, then this is your place. My husband and I spent 10 days here on our long overdue honeymoon (after 15 years of marriage), and we loved every minute. The staff are incredibly friendly, professional, and beyond accommodating. Our villa was absolutely beautiful, while still modern, and was cleaned twice a day while we were out on adventures or at dinner. Our villa's private plunge pool and wooden deck were perfect for just soaking in the incredibly scenery, watching Toucans in the trees, and listening to the howler monkeys. The food is delicious, and we were spoiled every meal! There is SO much do in the surrounding area, which isn't super touristy. The resort works with the local guides to create your itinerary for your stay, and are always ready to organize transportation, or hand you towels or water on your way off to your next adventure. Please just do it! You will only regret not being able to stay longer.

Rancho Pacifico exceeded all my expectations… My husband and I had a wonderful two week stay in their Villa Romantico complete with private plunge pool! The villa itself was lovely with a beautiful view of the famous whale tail beach from the deck area. The staff were extremely attentive at all times and the food was exquisitely prepared! We did several day trip excursions that Rancho Pacifico offered and all were seamless in terms of transportation, itinerary and the guides provided. The hotel is located high up on the mountain overlooking the beautiful Uvita Peninsula and is simply idyllic!

Rancho Pacifico is an absolute gem — our second annual Reclamation Retreat was nothing short of magical. This five-star boutique hotel offers breathtaking ocean and jungle views, creating the perfect sanctuary for deep rest and renewal. The villas exude luxury and comfort, while the infinity pool and spa provide an unparalleled sense of nourishment. Every meal was a culinary masterpiece, thanks to the world-class chef and thoughtfully curated menu. The staff’s attention to detail and warm hospitality made us feel truly cared for at every turn. From the lush landscape to the impeccable service, Rancho Pacifico is an oasis of beauty, tranquility, and five-star excellence. We can’t wait to return! Shondra Leigh

We live in San Jose and have been hearing about about RP for years as the perfect getaway for a busy couple to escape for a much needed break. From the moment we arrived we were treated like royalty - and never left the property for the couple of days we were there. There really was no need to. All of the meals - especially the special private dinner we had at poolside - were extraordinary. It was peaceful, dramatic and unlike any other hotel we've ever visited.....we think the best in Costa Rica.

Aside from the fact that the view is amazing, the whole resort is modern and beautifully designed. The hand selected staff are personable, talented and made our stay special. We loved that Rancho Pacifico is quiet, private, and permitted us to experience living in a two-story home located in the middle of the jungle with our own pool, patio and no else around.