Pacific Kalokairi - Adults Only

This place is incredible. My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights. What a spectacular experience. The villas are stunning- very comfortable and great decor. Ours faced the jungle and we saw howler monkeys from our balcony. The staff, especially Carlos, were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. The property is very close to Tamarindo and they offer a free shuttle to town every day at 10 am and 6 pm. This was great because we went to the beach and then came back to relax for a bit before heading back out for dinner. The lunch and dinner food at the hotel is also fantastic. I was especially obsessed with the salmon tiradito. I also had a massage which was spectacular. You will love it here! Note that you need to go over a pretty rough road to get here. Most uber drivers will apparently deal with it but one of ours was definitely uncomfortable driving it and we offered to walk the last part. Most of the time we took the shuttle so it wasn’t an issue.

This was a perfect find. If you’re looking for peace & quiet this is the place. There are 8 treehouse like huts that offer privacy & are spaced out. If you love nature and seek privacy & to be away from the crowds then look no further! It’s close enough to town, so when you do venture out, you wont need to drive far. I recommend exploring the area & beyond. To do so without a worry you will need a 4x4. The owners are very nice & are happy to accommodate in any way. We will definitely be returning when we come back to the

This small boutique hotel is on the outskirts of Tamarindo, making it feel isolated, but in reality, the beach and town are not far away (by car). The road to the property is bumpy and the driveway steep, but once you enter the electric gates, you are greeted with an amazing view. The staff are friendly, helpful and welcoming and the rooms are a slice of luxury. They are modern, offering all amenities, but feel minimalist at the same time. We stayed in a garden view room, which allowed you to watch the sunrise from the comfort of your own bed. Of an evening, there was nothing better than sitting by the pool with a drink watching the sunset. Breakfast was included, offering fruit, pastries and hot items cooked to order. Dinner was created by a chef from Bilbao offering a selection of daily specials with a Spanish twist. If you're lucky, the monkeys will pay a visit during your stay, providing some non-TV entertainment.

Preface: This review is from a 25 y/o US based, moderately active couple visiting Costa Rica for their first time. My partner found this resort through our Chase travel portal and we wanted to ensure we left a very thorough review to help others understand our stay and what theirs could look like as well. Location: The resort is roughly an hour and a half from the airport, so make sure you get snacks and drinks at the airport before you leave. The ride to the resort is simple. Slow, but simple. Costa Rica has lots of motorcycles and drivers passing around each other, so if you pick up a car, be mindful of this. When you arrive at the resort, the first thing you will notice is the dirt road that leads up to the main entrance. This road is bumpy and difficult for smaller cars, so if you rent a vehicle, be sure it has 4X4 and get the insurance due to rocks and potholes along the way. The resort is beautifully nestled at the top of a considerable hill, and some drivers will get frustrated about it, but every ride made it up without having any issues. The views are immaculate, with the infinity pool overlooking the scenery and ocean, allowing for wonderful nights swimming or eating at the resort while watching the sunset. Rooms: We stayed on the left side of the property in a jungle facing room. From what I understand, all rooms are the same except for the view. Our room was absolutely perfect. It’s a well sized, modern bungalow that is perfectly designed for virtually any style of couple. It’s romantic, comfortable, clean, and well air-conditioned. The cleaning staff is outstanding about knowing when you clean your room and they don’t interrupt if you want to have a relaxing morning or a chill day indoors. When they do clean your room, you have options for new sheets and towels or they ask you to consider reusing them, which we didn’t mind doing. The balcony is spacious and there’s nice chairs for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. We saw monkeys (they howl, so be mindful of this) and lots of cool birds. They provide a safe and we had absolutely no issues feeling safe to leave our stuff out since it was such a small and well staffed resort. Staff: The best part of Pacific Kalokairi is by far the staff. Virginia, Carlos, Carmen, the chefs, and cleaning staff, and everyone else who helps maintain the immaculate experience are some of the best people I’ve ever met while on a vacation or even in general. They make you feel like family. They’re always looking to help, they want to get to know you, and they communicate as a team better than most high-functioning organizations could ever dream of. They even remembered my partner’s nut allergy seven days after she told them and made sure not to include any on a desert platter they prepared for us on our last night. It was an excellent touch. They offer a shuttle into downtown and often provide helpful recommendations and share stories of the resort, their lives, and Costa Rica. Every time we left and we