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Villa Olivia:  Playa Grande, Costa Rica
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Palm Trees, Ocean Breezes, and Sun Rays

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Provinca de Guanacaste, Playa Grande
  • Grande Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ventanas Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bali Shower

Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Kitchen

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location!

Welcome to "Villa Olivia" at Villas de Grande Playa!

Experience beachfront luxury located on the pristine shores of Playa Grande. This Mediterranean-style villa features doors that open into a charming garden courtyard, with terrazzo floor tiles flowing through the interior and out to the wrap-around verandas. The furnishings and decor are contemporary and comfortable, and the fully equipped kitchen includes a water filtration system for drinking.

THE SPACE:
"Villa Olivia" is a spacious, air-conditioned, 6000 sq ft oceanfront villa with 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. The villa includes a full kitchen (gas stove, 2 refrigerators, dishwasher, unlimited bottled water), WIFI, and cable. The perfect retreat for an oceanfront holiday, offering a beach haven where you can leave your cares behind and create everlasting memories. The outdoor area features a dining table, two pools, hammocks, rocking chairs, and lounge chairs with seaside views.

LOWER LEVEL:
• Room 1: 2 twin beds
• Room 2: 1 queen bed

UPPER LEVEL:
• Room 3: 1 king bed, 1 queen, 2 twin
• Room 4: 1 king bed
• Room 5: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed

POOL:
• 10’ x 15’ in-ground pool

AMENITIES:
• Ensuite bathrooms
• Wireless Internet
• Seaside Dinning
• Hammocks, Lounge Chairs, & Rocking Chairs
• Bali Shower

UNIQUE FEATURES:
With no roads to cross or vegetation to obstruct your view, you can surf directly from the backyard, spot howler monkeys in the trees, collect seashells along the beach, or stargaze at night. Relax in a hammock, indulge in a spa treatment, sip from a freshly opened coconut, or simply enjoy the sunset. This is barefoot luxury at its finest!

NEIGHBORHOOD:
Playa Grande offers a small but vibrant community, just 20 minutes from the bustling town of Playa Tamarindo. Within walking distance, you’ll find 12 restaurants, surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and rentals for boogie boards, surfboards, and SUPs. Playa Grande is the perfect laid-back beach destination.

NEIGHBORHOOD FEATURES:
• Bakery Truck Delivery - 2x week
• Fresh Seafood Delivery
• Grocery Store with Pharmacy
• Outdoor Market: Mondays - live music, food & drinks, variety of vendors

ADDITIONAL PROPERTY:
We also offer the neighboring property, Casa Mirage at “Villas De Playa Grande.” Check it out at https://www.vrbo.com/78040?dateless=true.

LETTER FROM THE OWNERS:

Welcome to Villas de Playa Grande. Our family-owned oceanfront vacation rentals, Casa Mirage and Villa Olivia, are perfect for a beachfront holiday in Costa Rica. Leave your worries behind and create lasting memories with family and friends.

Join us for warm, mango-filled days under swaying palms and ocean breezes. We know you’ll love this little piece of paradise as much as we do. All you need is a relaxed attitude, a smile, and a sense of adventure.

Pura Vida,

Sharon, Julie, JC, and Mark Gordon

GUEST ACCESS:
All areas are accessible. While there is no laundry room, laundry service is available for an additional fee.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Our concierge service includes cleaning every other day. Additional services such as cooking, meal prep, fridge stocking, and excursion activities can be arranged with our on-site manager. Additional charges may apply.

We provide 24/7 staffed security, webcams, and gated off-street parking.

Property manager

Sharon Gordon
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love to have families with kids!
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Events

No events allowed
Located in a National Park we do not host events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$25 charge for each cigarette butt on premiss
Travel insurance is highly recommended for Medical Emergencies, Trip Cancellations and Interruptions, Lost or Delayed Baggage, Adventure Activities
PETTY THEFT - use room lock boxes for valuables, passport, electronic devices. Lock doors when on and off the property. Don't leave items unattended.
SAFETY: Be aware of Rip Tides and interior Floors are very slippery when wet.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Located in a National Park we do not host events
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Playa Grande

Located in Cabo Velas, this villa is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Conchal Beach and Tamarindo Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Provinca de Guanacaste, Playa Grande

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ventanas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 37 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Playa Langosta - 45 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Walter's - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas villa is within a 10-minute walk of Grande Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even better than expected

Our stay exceeded expectations. Unbeatable location is an understatement. The beach was incredible. The house was clean and well stocked. Everything functioned perfectly. The staff was attentive and cordial. We felt safe. Host was accomodating to questions and requests. The house dog was a heartwarming touch. Already contemplating a second stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even better than the first time!

We stayed at Villa Olivia 17 years ago as a single family and it was paradise! Our second visit as a multi family was even better! The pool and AC in the kitchen/living room made our 7 days vacation perfect. All personnel was amazing, like the last time, very attentive to our grand kids and they were always telling us know when the German bakery truck was coming by. We had amazing waves for surfing and as usual spectacular sunsets! We dream to return again... Thank you to the Gordon family for sharing this beautiful house with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous sunsets

Great location right on the beach. Leanna and Kimberly were amazing hosts and so responsive to our needs. We were surprised that room cleaning and towel replacement was another 20 each cleaning but it was easy to simply decline that service. No TP in toilets so you must throw dirty TP in the garbage cans which means a cleaning is needed every few days. Def recommend having groceries stocked for you. . throw
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

La Morena mas fina

Location couldn’t have been better for us. Spent lots of time on the beach. Fell in love with the house dog, Morena, and really appreciated the hard work by Kimberly and her daughter, Ashley.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Awesome
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Great stay in a great place
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to vacation

We absolutely loved staying at Villa Olivia. We loved that it was a little secluded but also had great places to eat in walking distance. We loved the staff and the cooks were AMAZING! They were welcoming and friendly. Also one of our favorites was the watchdog who we loved on each day and she would stay right with us. For our first time out of the country(other than a cruise) this exceeded our expectations. We would definitely rent again. It has everything u could need. Thank you for making our stay wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, awesome sunsets

Hope to rent it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Relaxing Private House

Super awesome stay. House was great. AC and private bathrooms with showers in each room were key for the family we had in the house (10 total). Kimberley the housekeeper has a service where she'll cook meals for the household and they were soooooo good. Highly recommend having her make a few meals for your stay. Area was safe, private and relaxing. Easy to get to and exceeded all expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We had the absolute best time at Villa Olivia. We had a group of friends for a 40th birthday trip and we all enjoyed our time here. The beach is incredible and morning walks are just beautiful. The sunsets from even the back patio are incredible, less yet out on the beach. We rented surf boards for surging and had a blast. We lounged in the pool after coming in from excursions. Restaurants were just a short walk down the road or the beach, so we took advantage of those. Kimberley cooked dinner for us one night and breakfast one morning and it was so delicious- everyone in our group was so impressed! The watchdog Morena was such a joy to have around, you can tell she is well loved by everyone! Can’t wait to bring my kids with us here next time, they will love this place as much as we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

bridget g., Lambertville, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation, amazing home, amazing staff. Couldn’t ask for more

Best vacation ever! We must of said it a million times during our stay. Just wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria (Tori) R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach vacation

We loved our stay at Villa Olivia!! The beachfront location, very comfortable rooms set up for couples and singles, wonderful staff for cleaning/cooking/security/maintenance, close proximity to walk to restaurants and shops in beautiful Playa Grande, all made for an outstanding time with friends.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

brooke h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30th Bday Trip

Wonderful stay!! The house staff could not have been more helpful and kind. They were more than accommodating and the property was amazing! Just like the pictures. The beach out front was a wonderful surf spot and we enjoyed the sushi and drinks from just down the road! Great family vacation spot, we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awsome as always

Always a joy to be there!!! Staff is great year after year!! Looking foward to more adventures there
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a family reunion

Property is just as described; pool and ocean were essential for beating the Guanacaste 96 degree Fahrenheit heat. Beach has great surf, too rough for the littlest kids and oldest folks but perfect for everyone in the middle to play in. Took a while to figure out where to get groceries and recommend stocking up in Liberia before you head down the coast. Listing is clear that boogie boards are available to rent from the house, wish they were included!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We had the most wonderful family vacation at Casa Olivia recently. This fantastic home is located right on the most beautiful beach. We loved the outdoor areas and the pool. The manager was a great help before our arrival and the staff on-site were wonderful. The meals cooked by Kimberly and Evelyn were highlights of the trip. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Family Reunion

This property was ideal for our family reunion. We were able to rent this house and the property next door through the same owner and it was great! The staff was great and attended to our needs. The location was great and we love the house being right in the beach with easy access. The area was quiet. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary.

We loved everything about our stay at Villa Oliva! The house was more beautiful than the pictures. The swimming pool was terrific. I was a little worried as it was small but is had wonderful steps into the pool and comfortable benches to lounge in the clean water. The location is lovely and the beach beautiful and not crowded. Every question or concern was immediately answered and promptly taken care of. Our family of 8 had a great stay! We highly recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Darren T., Mammoth Lakes

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay, Julie and the staff were amazing

House is a touch dated, but amazing layout, tons of room!!! The rap around decks were out standing!!! Jeffery, Kimberly,Jose and the rest where awesome. Kitchen and BBQ area where great as well, kitchen has AC!!! THE VIEW AND LOCATION ARE ALL!!! TIME!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FABULOUS! FABULOUS! FABULOUS!

We waited an extra year (like everyone else because of the pandemic) to take this trip, and it was well worth the wait! We were 8 adults, and there was plenty of room for us, everyone had privacy, it was so great to have the beach so close for those who love the beach. We had Kimberly cook a few meals for us, and they were all delicious. We wanted to bring her home to cook for us! She was also so helpful with whatever small problems we had. Everyone we came in contact with during our visit was friendly and helpful. We used YouAreCostaRica for a couple of tours, and Mariana was the best to work with! I highly recommend using them if you are in the area. If I never take another vacation I will never regret taking this one, and I would definitely come back here again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Debbie M.

Our first impression of the villa was a little dated and in need of some updating.

We had on amazing stay at villa Olivia !! The staff always very helpful and chef Kimberly made us 2 fantastic meals that satisfied even the fussiest eaters. We are Costa Rica supplied us with the surf boards rentals for the week and were very helpful in guiding us through playa grande. The only communication I had with the manager was through email. She was not available to us throughout our stay. The villa was quite tired looking but the location on the of the ocean was pure paradise which made up for it . We did not rent a car for our stay but had a driver for most of our transportation for excursions and to tamarindo. The walk to the water taxi is much further then described in other reviews. The locals are very friendly and always willing to help you out.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roy H., Seattle

Truly Beach front

We were a small yoga group staying 3 nights in early April, 2016. Feels like 10-12 could fit comfortably, so we had lots of space. Very comfortable. Beach was nicer than expected, good for wading and body or boogie boarding. Not many places to eat really close, but a 10 minute walk will get you to a couple decent places. Kimberly will cook for you for a price. It was good food, although I our group is very health conscious, and we noticed that she used some ingredients we could prefer to live without. She also charged a $30 taxi fee to pick up food, so be aware of that. There is a phone on site, which was handy, although it took me a day to know it was there. Marianela is the contact there and can help you with activities and rides, although one of the rides she set us up with tried to get another $20 out of my client at the airport, not very respectful. Overall, a really nice place.

10/10 Excellent

Judi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Ocean Stay!!

Our family of 11 enjoyed our week long stay at Villa Olivia! The ocean views from the house are amazing and we watched the incredible sunsets nightly. Someone from our family walked to the close by tide pools daily where they saw lots of hermit crabs and even a couple of octopuses!! The house managers, Leeana and Elizabit, were very responsive to any questions we had and requests for help. We really appreciated Kimberly shopping so that we had groceries in the house when we arrived. As our flight was late and we didn’t get in until 8pm our first day, we were especially thankful that we’d had groceries delivered. Kimberly was knowledgeable about buying gluten free food for our family members who have Celiac. Kimberly and the staff at the house, kept the grounds clean, cleaned our bedrooms every other day or so, cleared away our trash and recycling every evening and kept the place secure all night. Each of the five bedrooms had bathrooms attached to them. All except one bedroom is only accessed through an outside courtyard. So perhaps this wouldn’t be a good house for younger children as they would be wandering outside to get to their parent’s bedroom.The main living area inside is not huge for eleven people, but the plentiful outside tables and chairs accommodated us just fine. The smallish pool was great for cooling off if you didn’t want to be in the ocean and has some great seats on one side from where you can see some of the ocean. We all loved our visit!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Kim L.

Amazing location, property needs a lot of work

It's hard to be critical of a property in the middle of paradise. The location alone is beyond 5 stars. But, if we had known the following, we would not have rented this property: All rooms are accessible via outside entrances- with the exception of a small room off the family room and none of them are connected to one another. This makes sense for groups of adults but does not make sense if you like for your young children to be close to you. The pool is the size of a large hot tub The "countryside view" studio is in bad shape. It has potential if a)it was cleaned properly b) it didn't consist of the world's oldest, mustiest futons and decrepit day bed c) the "view" consisted of something other than a side yard littered with debris and junk d)the torn, stained sheets were replaced. The house was swept one time while we were there. No sheets or towels were ever changed which was problematic since the washer and dryer are not accessible to the guests (have to pay to have someone else mix your whites with your darks) The kitchen needs a major update-stove and dishwasher barely work, dishes and silverware are all chipped and old, pots and pans are old and worn and stacked in a jumbled mess under the counter. We found black mold growing on the inside of the water cooler spout. With a few renovations and updates, this house could truly be amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

We Expected a Lot and Villa Olivia Delivered

Villia Olivia was the first choice of houses available to our group of 8. The pictures do a wonderful job of giving you the layout of the house, and the beautiful surroundings. We were a group of friends that travel together every year, so we've set the bar pretty high. After this stay, we have set it even higher. You won't find yourself wanting much at this property. Each bedroom is exactly as advertised, and more spacious than expected. The beach is just steps from the back door as is the plunge pool. Each bedroom is accessed from the interior courtyard, perfectly private and air conditioned. We found the kitchen well stocked with the appliances and cookware you need to do your own cooking, but Kimberly cooked for us on two occasions and made two great meals. The staff is very friendly, and helpful, from keeping the property clean and well manicured, to notifying us when our driver was there to take us over to Tamarindo for dinner. I don't believe you could find a better group of people to look after you for the week. Playa Grande is a quiet surfing community. Don't expect a bunch of touristy shops and stores, for that you'll need to catch a ride or drive over to Tamarindo. But for the laid back, peaceful vacation we were looking for, Playa Grande can't be beat. We took walks on the beach, ate at Taco Star and RipJack Inn, took surf lessons from Frijoles Locos, and spent more than one day in the sun on the gorgeous beach. And if you want a sunset, Playa Grande can't be beat. I can't sing the praises of Julie's house, and Marianela, Kimberly and the rest of the crew enough. It was near perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sharon Gordon

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Why they chose this property

We are a family of 'water babies' born and raised on the beach shores of Santa Barbara, CA. (Of course the grand kids also have this ocean gene). Once my children (Julie, J.C, and Mark) became of an age when we could all travel my husband and I would take them during summer vacation on a surf safari to an exotic destination somewhere in the world. This was not only for fun, but to spend quality time with each other as well as to expose and educate them about different cultures and customs.

On a surfing safari to Costa Rica in '91 we instantly fell in love with the country, the kind and hospitable people, and the natural habitat. It was a paradise!! Long story short after returning to the States and raving to family and friends about this oasis a friend said he had the perfect property for our family in Playa Grande.

My husband flew down a month later and purchased the property for me as my 50th B-Day present! Over the past 17 years both my family and friends lives have been significantly enhanced by the beauty of the 'Tico' people, the natural wonders that surrounds us and the 'Pura Vida' lifestyle. This means Pure Life, an expression of contentment, happiness, and satisfaction with ones life. It's this philosophy that ranks Costa Rica as one of the happiest places in the world!!

We invite you along with your family and friends to visit and enjoy the surf, sand, sun, & experience the 'Pura Vida' life.

What makes this property unique

Playa Grande is a magical beach, for thousands of years the prehistoric leatherback turtles have come to nest and the ancient Chortega Indians performed ceremonies.

Immersed in the peacefulness of the surrounding beauty, the' pura vida' life is easily attained.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests