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Casa Monacita, Breathtaking Ocean Views, Beach Walking Distance

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 783.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

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152, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Grande Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

El Coco

1 Queen Bed

La Casita

1 Queen Bed

Las Palmas

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

El Coco

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

La Casita

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Las Palmas

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Casa Monacita, Breathtaking Ocean Views, Beach Walking Distance

*** PLEASE NOTE: This listing is overarching for all our three apartments and will show as available as long as we have availability for at least 2 guests.
You will be assigned an apartment based on availability and headcount:
up to 2 persons - Studio El Coco or La Casita based on availability
up to 5 persons - 2-bedroom/1 bathroom Las Palmas .
In case you have a preference, please indicate clearly in your inquiry ***

Located just minutes up the hill from many of Tamarindo's most coveted surf spots, Casa Monacita features mesmerizing ocean views worth writing home about.
Enjoy those breathtaking views from our rooftop or from one of our three fully equipped apartments.
Sit back, and relax or stroll through town or on the beach. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s beautiful nature while also enjoying your favorite outdoor activity such as horseback riding, hiking, surfing.... options are endless.
Whatever your needs are, our on-site Team, as well as our friends around town, will make every effort to provide you with the ultimate vacation experience.


Choose from one of our three apartments featuring
* Studio or 2 bedroom apartment
* fully equipped kitchen
* private bathroom
* walk-in closets (some)
* AC units
* ocean views (some)

Other amenities include:
* Pool overlooking the Ocean
* Rooftop terrace
* BBQ for your use (charcoal is provided!)
* Free high speed WiFi
* only 0.4 miles to the beach
* extra pool & beach towels

We can also help with activity info/planning as well as arranging transport services for you. Rule always is - just ask away :-)

Property manager

Casa Monacita

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this holiday home is by the sea. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tamarindo, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Playa Langosta - 11 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Casino Diria - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Grande Beach - 30 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 31 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Monacita, Breathtaking Ocean Views, Beach Walking Distance have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa Monacita, Breathtaking Ocean Views, Beach Walking Distance pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Casa Monacita, Breathtaking Ocean Views, Beach Walking Distance?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Monacita, Breathtaking Ocean Views, Beach Walking Distance?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Monacita, Breathtaking Ocean Views, Beach Walking Distance located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tamarindo Beach and WAYRA Institute of Spanish. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

Beautiful

It was very relaxing and enjoyable. I recommend staying here!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

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

Great property and host

Stayed here for a couple of nights in May 2023. Great location in Tamarindo. Close enough to everything, far enough from the noise and crowds. Beautiful views from the patio area. Very friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte A.

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

Perfect Getaway

Casa Monacita was a beautiful place to stay, and only a 10 minute walk to the ocean. So clean and a lovely view. Mona and her assistant were so helpful — we couldn’t have asked for better hosts. 10/10 would stay here again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan K., Guelph, Ontario

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

Stunning Views from all Levels of the Property

Had an amazing time staying at Casa Monacita. Such a beautiful location and layout. Mona made the stay even better because she is so helpful and accessible and accommodating. I loved being so close to the beach but it as a quiet escape. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynelle S.

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

Ocean view

Great place up the hill from the beach. Walk down is easy. Parking and road are typical cr hillside,,,,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam o., university place wa

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

Gracious hostess

Hostess very kind and helpful. She actually made reservations for us at an extremely nice restaurant with the best food we had during our vacation. We cannot express the level of gratitude we have for her.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliott C., Santa Monica, US

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

Beautiful view and a great get away

Mona was very accommodating and the property offered great AC, laundry, WiFi, and a quiet, peaceful location with howler monkey sightings. It is uphill, which makes for a great view, and while very manageable for the modestly fit individual, I would recommend a taxi or car if you have luggage, or walking uphill on a dirt road isn’t your thing. Mona is fantastic and the vibe is great! Awesome value and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

A slice of paradise

The casita was very clean and private. There was much outdoor space for relaxing with gorgeous views and the pool was perfect for cooling off. Monkeys came to visit most days in the trees right outside our room. As others have mentioned the hill leading to the casa was quite steep and rugged, we chose to drive our rental car to town. Mona is a delight and so helpful and quick to respond. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa P.

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

Amazing Stay

My husband and I had such a wonderful stay. Mona was very responsive when I had questions and was more than accommodating. The best part was waking up to the monkeys right next to our room in the tree. The room was comfortable and the air conditioning worked great. The view up on the mountain is breathtaking and the sunsets were surreal. The busy little town of Tamarindo is a short 10 minute walk away. Be prepared to walk up and down a rather steep hill to get from your room to the beach. It was worth the uphill walks because we were able to enjoy the nature and sunsets on the mountain. We had a fabulous time and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Pura Vida Monacita

Mona was an awesome hostess. Her place was a paradise, very clean, and the views were just gorgeous. I rented a car (as I always do) and it was about a two minute drive for my sunrise walk on the beach and breakfast (this place was her recommendation) afterward almost every day. It was perfect for me and my stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great spot right above Tamarindo

Mona was great! Place had beautiful views and great outdoor space to relax. Would recommend for a Tamarindo stay. Great surfing and beach is a short walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark P.

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

Great location

Very nice and clean property in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

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

Home away from home

Wonderful property to stay at. Felt very comfortable. Loved the pool and the view. Very quiet location and had all the comforts we needed. The one, very small item that I did not like was the steep hill. Wasn't something I could manage walking comfortably so having a vehicle was important. Mona, our host, is lovely - so kind and caring. Miguel who looked after cleaning and maintenance was always available to help, drive, or get us anything we needed. Truly enjoyed our stay so much that we changed the last few days of our travels to go back and relax by the pool before heading home. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Cassie B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Big oops!

It’s hard to give a proper rating because… We were excited to stay here but got stood up during check-in. We’ve been in communication days before with Mona and told her when we would arrive. No one was there and we waited 1.5 hours for someone to show up. We texted and called multiple times. We ended up asking for a full refund and checked ourselves at a close by resort because it was getting dark and we don’t know the area. . She apologized many times and credited us our money back with an extra $50 for our troubles. It turns out that her assistant was supposed to show up and they didn’t. We think Mona is sincere and all the other reviews love her. Maybe she needs a new assistant? All we know is that we ended up spending twice as much at a resort that wasn’t in our planned budget. Although, it was very nice and we loved it. Oh well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Great location

Nice and quiet. Short walk to beach. Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aims B.

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

Paradise

Mona and her proper are both so beautiful! She is truly and incredible host and was beyond friendly, accommodating, and supportive. The stay is perfect if you was a minor seclusion from being right in town, with a super easy walking distance to everything (though prepare to gain some muscle strength walking up and down a hill 😉). I would absolutely stay here again and recommend to anyone looking for a place in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

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

Perfect place in stay away from the crowds!

Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom & D., Fairbanks, AK

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

Tranquil oasis

We enjoyed hanging out there and dipping in the pool, then walking down the hill to go surfing and shop or eat at many restaurants. Mona is really nice and speaks excellent English. Monkeys and all kinds of birds are observed from the deck in front of the Casa. Truly a lovely experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa K., Wisconsin

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

Perfect view close to the action but far enough away

Great outdoor spaces with an ocean view. Many birds and a visit from howler monkeys. Short hill walk down to the beach. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

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

Great Host and property!

The view was amazing and property was well kept. Mona is a great host and a pleasure to talk to
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Kristine C.

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

Nice location with easy access to shops, restaurants and beach.

Mona was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

A Great Find!

The team at Casa Monacita are amazing: helpful; accommodating; entertaining. The location was perfect for us. A little bit off the beach but within walking distance of surf, sand, good food. Very doable for these two seniors! We enjoyed hanging out in the hammocks in the shade and enjoying the view before a refreshing dip in the small but picaresque pool. And the view!!!! This place is a repeater!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Exceptional hosting & great property!!

We had such an amazing time here!! Mona & Miguel went out of their way to make sure we were beyond taken care of. Our group of 9 adults loved the property and was perfect for our adventure. The place has magical sunsets on the terrace (we recommend grilling out up there), the pool is refreshing and an amazing place to hang during the hot sun, and you can see monkeys, iguanas and more roam the property. Yes, there are stairs and anyone who gives a 1 star review based on that should not be considered... It is Costa Rica, there are stairs and uneven ground everywhere!! Mona made sure we had access to surfboard lessons/rentals, excellent tours and transportation when needed. When we come back to Tamarindo, we are definitely staying here again!! Much love from Detroit ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by Casa Monacita

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Hola and Pura Vida :)
First off - thank you for your interest in my Casa!!
My name is Mona and, born and raised in Germany and have been living in Costa Rica since 2018.
Prior to coming to Costa Rica, I had the opportunity to live in the US for about 10 years, pursuing my career as Global Account Manager for one of the leading PC manufacturers.
While moving back and forth between the US East & West Coasts, a long needed vacation - in form of a kickboxing 'reboot' camp - took me to Tamarindo for the first time in 2013.
Despite having traveled the world quite a bit, it didn't take long to realize that this must be one of the most beautiful spots in the world! Beautiful not only in terms of scenery but also very much for its great people and relaxed lifestyle.
Taking in the 'Pura Vida' spirit has been a truly life changing experience for which I couldn't be more grateful.

Why they chose this property

It's one of those 'it all started as a crazy idea' stories... Needless to say that I fell in love with the Casa the first time saw it, being impressed by it's solid built, great location and views.
From the first visit, it took only 4 more months until I proudly waved MY keys in the air.
Despite usually not leaving investment activities to fate, it was a truly 'meant to be' experience.

What makes this property unique

This property excelled expectations on so many levels - walking distance to the beach, breathtaking views from EVERY part of the house, homely atmosphere, solid construction, seemingly endless potential.... all in my favorite place in the world - Tamarindo.

Languages:

English, German, Spanish