Family-friendly vacation rentals in Punta Islita

Hotel Punta Islita - Marbella

Marbella is truly a magical blue zone villa with its gorgeous views of the ocean on one side of the villa and mountains cascading the other. The estate contains a main house with 2 bedrooms and a 3rd master bedroom & bath in a stand alone structure next to the main house. It is next to Hotel Punta Islita ( A Marriott Autograph Collection Resort) with opportunities to access to all the amenities. Please note Hotel Punta Islita will be closed from July 1, 2025 until March, 2026 for renovations.

Nature Lovers Paradise! IONA Villas

This adorable little villa is perched on the edge of a tidal river full of nature! There are mangroves, kingfishers, basilisk lizards, howler monkeys, armadillos and more. This special place is close to everything in Samara. It is only a 3 minute walk from the beach or the center of town. Every rental includes IONA Coffee, hand roasted on site from the mountains above our little town. And it gets even better! Every rental helps us support community building projects in Samara. See you soon!

Almost beachfront; light & airy, teak-wood house

Sharing the tree-filled yard with monkeys, birds & iguanas, this light, airy, teakwood home is just 50 meters from the beach, close to the heart of Sámara. Great nature views & ocean sounds. This airy house has an open-plan kitchen - living room with many artistic, original details in local recycled woods; terrace, outdoor dining, hammock & garden. You can walk anywhere in minutes & go barefoot to the beach! NOTE: We do NOT have AC and some windows have SCREENS (no glass) for more air flow!

Ocean Front Studio Apartment ON THE BEACH with AC!

Wake up and step onto the beach! This is a real, Costa Rican experience, including wildlife (which can start very early in the morning:). Enjoy meeting locals, playing in ocean waves, and seeing iguanas and howler monkeys. Villa Margarita is a place unlike any other. The bungalow style apartment sits on the oceanfront of a local Sámaran family’s long-time property. It is one of the few tree-covered areas on Playa Sámara. Glass doors open up to the beach with hammocks and lounge chairs.

Casa de la Tierra y el Mar - stunning luxury

Escape to La Casa Tierra y el Mar: A romantic luxurious mountain top sanctuary where architecture meets wilderness in Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula. Breathtaking ocean views, plunge pool, and wildlife at your doorstep. Gourmet kitchen, indoor outdoor living. Moments from pristine beaches, this architectural marvel offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and adventure. Your secure and completely private tropical dream retreat awaits—where extraordinary design meets untamed nature.

Casa kupu-kupu

Escape to our enchanting wooden house in the Costa Rican jungle, a mere 5-min drive from breathtaking Puerto Carrillo Beach. Sleep under the stars in our third-floor 'treehouse' bedroom, a panoramic view of the tree canopy, comfortably enclosed in a mosquito net. Immerse yourself in nature, just 3 mins from local amenities. Perfect for Christmas, New Year (min 1-week stay), and Easter escapes (min 4 days). Experience the blissful blend of beach relaxation and jungle adventure!

3 min walk to beach, gorgeous casita

The gorgeous valley of Islita is truly something special. Tranquil and serene, filled with untouched nature and animals like Howler monkeys and Scarlett macaws, you'll never have a day without seeing something magical. We are so lucky to have amazing waves, elite surfing & yoga teachers, an epic equestrian center with trail riding, delicious restaurants, gorgeous hikes, dolphin tours, next level fishing, kayaking, waterfalls, turtle beaches, all within or nearby our lovely valley.

Magical jungle dome close to beaches and waterfall

Green Moon Lodge is a stunning jungle dome in Montezuma that will take your breath away! Built and decorated with artwork done by local artists, this is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the surrounding jungle. The bedroom has large, round windows to lounge in and a roof that opens for stargazing!! The bathroom is magical. The spacious living room and kitchen open up to a lush tropical garden with monkeys passing by. Located 3 minutes uphill from Montezuma center and beaches.

Cabina on river,3 mins to Islita beach,clean/quiet

This apartment is located in the small and unique town of Islita. It is very private and secluded. It is located on the back of the property under our house. It has views of the river and forest. The river flows June to Dec. and is a major bonus! It is a 3 min. drive to the tranquillo Islita beach. The space is newly built and is clean, comfortable, safe and organized. You have all the necessities for your stay. Coffee, stove, towels, bedding, and we have reliable internet & TV.

Villa 1 | The Retreat at Blue Mountain Farms

This fabulous house is nestled in the mountains, only 15 minutes from the beaches of Samara, and it is the definition of a peaceful retreat. Come here to be alone and write your novel, relax, or to spend quality time as a family. Situated on 20 acres of private land, filled with a variety of fruit trees (coffee, chili peppers, star fruit, plantains, lime, and more) you will experience the natural beauty of Costa Rica immersed in the sights and sounds of nature.

Purapura _Jungle House w/ pool, walk to beach

Apartamento JUNGLE HOUSE Precioso alojamiento a nivel de jardín y piscina, con una amplia terraza, en una ubicación inmejorable en Santa Teresa. A distancia a pie de la playa, los mejores restaurantes y tiendas. Nuestro Jungle House dispone de piscina que comparte con otros huéspedes, con vistas al atardecer. Un alojamiento cómodo y céntrico, que te brinda todo lo que necesitas. Solo 300m de la playa Santa Teresa (4 minutos caminando)

Luxury Oceanview Paradise / Private Infinity Pool

•New luxury hillside air-conditioned bungalow with private infinity pool & stunning Pacific Ocean views •Queen suite + twin suite, each with private ensuite •Full kitchen & seamless indoor–outdoor living •Close to beaches, wildlife, and adventure tours •4WD SUV required for the scenic rural drive •Travel Times: Approximately 2 ½ hours from Liberia Airport (LIR) and about 5 hours from San José Airport (SJO) by car.