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Best Ocean View Apt Pta Leona, direct beach access
Cozy Beach Getaway at Punta Leona Beach Club. Max 4 Adults + 1 Kid. Condominio LeonaMar AptF302 with direct beach access to Playa Blanca, one of the best beaches in Costa Rica's Central Pacific. No need to drive, just park and easily access to wondefull beach with amazing wildlife. The clever layout of the complex makes it possible to go from the pool to the beach in under 5 minutes just going downstairs. High Speed 🛜(100 MGB) Free Coffee and Daily cleaning! Pedacito de cielo en Playa Blanca

Ocean-View Home Surrounded by Jungle & Wildlife
Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. This amazing ocean view Ecohome is a labor of love. Built with natural hardwoods, bamboo and adobe (clay from the land) you will get to experience a once in a lifetime naturally built home. It is earthy and cozy while still feeling luxury. The home is surrounded by jungle which attracts monkeys, toucans, and parrots. We offer farm fresh eggs and any fruit ripe growing on the land. We are 15 min from the beach Hermosa and 20 to Jaco.

Modern Home+Private Pool+Nature Trails+Beaches
Experience this stunning, modern home, set on 40 acres of lush tropical forest with a small lake and an abundance of wildlife. Enjoy exclusive access to your private pool and a spacious covered deck—ideal for observing the vibrant beauty of Costa Rica’s pristine landscape. Just a few minutes to one of the most breathtaking palm-lined beaches in Costa Rica! Conveniently located off the Costanera (see notes), our property is a scenic 2-hour drive from Juan Santa Maria International Airport (SJO).

Treehouse with butterfly and exotic fruit farm.
Unique Balinese inspired treehouse overlooking a seasonal river, butterfly garden and tropical fruit orchard. Built with locally sourced lumber that was mostly milled on the property and complemented with keepsakes and carved wooden accents collected while exploring Indonesia and Thailand. This is a birder’s paradise with daily visits of scarlet macaws, parrots and toucans. Located a short drive from world class surfing , oceanfront restaurants and nightlife in playa Hermosa and playa Jaco.

Bosques del Guacamayo in Punta Esmeralda /17th Floor
Get captivated by the everyday singing of the Scarlet Macaw. Immerse yourself in the incredible forest views from the 17th floor that accompany this gem of beach apartment in Punta Esmeralda Condominium. Find Tukanes and Monkeys from your balcony looking for evening shelter, and as if that were not enough, just a few steps away from Playa Mantas We prepared everything for you to spend the quality time you are looking for with the chosen people in a private and fully equipped environment

Peaceful Tropical Oasis for Two in Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa guesthouse located on a quiet dirt road at the foothills of Cerro Fresco Mountain. 5 Minute drive to Playa Hermosa beach and 15 minutes from Jaco which provides excellent restaurants and nightlife. Guests will enjoy a private cottage with full kitchen and bathroom, plush king bed, WiFi, pool and jacuzzi, workout pavilion and a 2 story observation deck. Area is great for birdwatching, surfing, horseback riding, nature trails, ATV tours, and more. 2 person max, 25 years & up.

Cabina Azul: Pool, Beach, Yoga, Surfing & more
*NO AIR CONDITIONING Only a few blocks from Bejuco Beach (500m or 6 min walk - see map in photo gallery). Groceries, restaurants and transport are all within walking distance. - Queen size bed - Wi-fi - Separate entrance and patio - Kitchenette - Private bathroom - Shared pool, basketball and rancho area - NEW huge, second level guest area for yoga, lounging and a shared work space It is 1 of 4 cabinas located in the same building & there are a total of 6 rental units on the property.

Punta Leona, view and private access to Playa Blanca
Remodeled apartment with contemporary decor, ideal for groups of 4, spectacular ocean and tropical forest views. Direct and private access to Playa Blanca. It includes a Master bedroom, with a king-size bed, and a queen sofa bed in the living room. Full AC, equipped with all appliances, dishwasher, microwave, oven, refrigerator, coffee maker, blender. It also includes cleaning. It also has high speed WI-FI. Telephone and cable TV. Located on a third floor without access to an elevator.

Family Farmstay Costa Rica with Stunning Views
Staying at our farm is a chance to slow down and reconnect with nature. You’ll be surrounded by fruit trees, a veggie garden, and friendly animals like our goats, our sweet little donkey, Caramelo the pony, and even messenger pigeons—it’s a real show. The house sits in a beautiful spot with views that make you stop and stare. You can pick your own lettuce, walk through our little coffee plantation, and enjoy the simple. If your child sleeps with you, no need to count them as a guest.

Luxury Villa Caoba- Private, Serene, Amazing Views
Located just one hour from San Jose airport, Finca Chilanga is the perfect place to start or finish your vacation. Spend some time to slow down, unwind and experience nature's wonders. Let our cook provide you with amazing meals made from local and farm ingredients. We offer three spacious luxury villas with double occupancy, a swimming pool with incredible views, yoga platform and 10 KM of walking trails. Super fast 30 meg wifi allows you to "work from the jungle" Come visit!

Tropical Modern Guest Suite in Playa Hermosa
Modern suite surrounded by nature, just 2 min from famous surf beach Playa Hermosa (near Jacó). Comfortable space with 2 bedrooms (with A/C), 1 bathroom, and an outdoor covered kitchen/dining area. Relax on the terrace with garden views and spot white-faced monkeys, macaws, and toucans that visit daily. The guest suite is on the ground floor with private entrance but is part of our home where your host family lives. The fenced garden and parking are shared with us.

Beach Bungalow Costa Rica surf & massage
One of the first Airbnbs in Jaco, Beach Bungalow since 2015 hosts people from all over the world. "A little piece of paradise" is what guests say in their reviews. Fully equipped, comfortable bungalow, new mattresses, 5-star cleanliness during those 7 years and located in a very quiet area of Jaco, just a 2-minute drive to the beach and downtown. Perfect place to rest with family or partner and enjoy a lovely pool with waterfall and hydromassage jets.
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Perfect Location Near Beach Shop Restaurants & Bus

The Breath, Luxury tree house in a magic place!

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Beach front house private pool Esterillos Jacó

Iglú Cristal: Magic and Comfort near the Falls

Casa Harmony ON THE BEACH

Hidden Paradise Oceanfront

Casa Morocco, Suite N4

Beautiful country house with a pool.

Jumanji Private Studio House (Shared Patio & Pool)

Breathtaking Views ! 25 minutes to SJO Airport !
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Finca los Abuelos - Cabin surrounded by nature.

the cabin & hiking

Private Jungle Home Amazing Pool

Pool, ocean view, walk to beach.

Casa Amor del Sol Apartment # 2

Guácima Escondida Deluxe Room

Villa Calula

Zibá Studio
When is the best time to visit Carara?
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| Avg. price | $321 CAD | $298 CAD | $284 CAD | $307 CAD | $273 CAD | $253 CAD | $249 CAD | $259 CAD | $262 CAD | $288 CAD | $341 CAD | $346 CAD |
| Avg. temp | 23 °C | 24 °C | 24 °C | 25 °C | 24 °C | 24 °C | 24 °C | 24 °C | 24 °C | 23 °C | 23 °C | 23 °C |
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4.8 Average rating
Carara stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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