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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities!

This private villa in Playa Hermosa is a retreat within the four-star rated Villas Sol Hotel and Beach Resort! Conveniently located 14 miles from the Liberia International airport and a short walk to the beach!

EnSuite Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed |

THE PROPERTY. This newly remodeled Costa Rican villa offers stunning views of Playa Hermosa from a hillside, secluded terrace. A terrace with a splash pool! Inside, the villa’s vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and wall-to-wall glass sliding doors provide a light & bright feel, that provides an open floor plan between the outdoor and indoor living spaces. This fully furnished villa has amenities that include air conditioning in each room, WiFi, satellite TVs, washer/dryer, a stocked kitchen, and an outdoor shower. Guest parking is nearly adjacent to the villa, located within this gated community. Welcome to Villa #45!

VILLAS SOL HOTEL & BEACH RESORT
Guests can enjoy Villas Sol's Resort amenities free of charge, which includes: two pools with scheduled guest activities such as pool volleyball; a jacuzzi and game center; shuttle services; and access to Villas Sol's ocean-view restaurants & bars, mini-markets, equipment rental and spa services. **Villas Sol is a gated community with 24/7 security. Beach access from the villa is located entirely within this secured area, as is guest parking!

SHUTTLE SERVICES
Everything you may need is within walking distance of the villa, but for ease, take advantage of the resort’s shuttle service! The shuttle runs from 6 AM to 12 AM daily, with pick-up about every 15 minutes, to get around the resort and to Hermosa beach. The resort also provides shuttle to Playa del Coco for a small charge.

ALL-INCLUSIVE OPTION
For days when you'd like to stay close to the villa and take-in all the resort has to offer, Villas Sol offers a $55.00/day all-inclusive option, which allows you to enjoy all of your meals at the restaurant and snack bar, as well as adult beverages by the pool: all-inclusive!

HOUSE RULES
- No smoking inside
- Pet friendly with $50 per pet per stay fee
- Must be at least 21 years old to book
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Property manager

Chris Lyons

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the villa.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Wet bar

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1350 sq ft (125 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pre-approval is required.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa Resort Amenities
NEW Private Villa Resort Amenities
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NEW Playa Hermosa Private Amenities
Hermosa Private With Amenities
NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa With Resort Amenities! Villa
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Nueva Villa Privada en Playa Hermosa con Comodidades del Resort!

About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa - 10 min walk
  • Panamá Beach - 6 min drive
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 17 min drive
  • Coco Beach - 22 min drive
  • Ocotal Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Makoko - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guayoyo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coco Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Hermosa and Rocio's Kitchen. Ericka's Fruit Stand and Playa Blanca are also within 3 mi (5 km).

NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The villa is perfect for a small group or family. Chris is so easy to work with and responsive. He had contacts to set up airport shuttle and excursions. We would definitely stay here again! Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ginni A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Villa with a View
The owner is very nice and communicates quickly. We had a family of 6, w/ a 2yr old. Check in was easy & upon arrival, we were happy with what we saw. I'm easy going & find the treasure in things. If you're pretentious, maybe stay at a Ritz. You have to remember where you are. Life is simple & you are visiting amongst wildlife. Racoons, skunks, squirrels, and rats like to party all night. If you sleep lightly, bring earplugs. We had all the amenities we needed to enjoy ourselves. The Villa was clean, had plenty of room for our family, & was equipped with plenty of cooking supplies, beach accessories, & a sunset that was great for cocktail hour (buy booz @ Luperon). Did all inclusive for a day, but we found we cook WAY better. Do take a minute for a cup of coffee or a cocktail at the restaurant, though, because the view is fantastic. Eating out is also pricey, so if you can cook at the Villa, you're ahead of the gang. We enjoyed cooking together & relaxing at the Villa after a day of adventuring. Luperon is less than 5 minutes away and has plenty. Oh, and the pool at the Villa was awesome. It was maintained almost daily. Loved that! Didn't spend much time at the resort pools because, heck, we were in Costa Rica! It was all about the beaches! The Villa was equipped w/ refreshing air conditioning, wifi, big TV in the family room (great for 2yr old). Beds were comfortable & bathrooms were clean. Might need a run to the store for more TP. Be patient w/ water pressure.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reid H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa 45
Accommodated our group easily. Washer and dryer were handy. Close to pool/bar. Patio pool is nice also. Availability of soft coolers, beach chairs, towels etc were great to have and use. Air conditioners easily up to the task. Chris was prompt to respond to any text from me. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Accommodations and sensational Host
We enjoyed our stay! Chris is an amazing host. If issues arise, Chris and his team are quick to address The villa is clean, beds are comfortable, and there are amazing sheets and towels! There are also beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, and toys. The location is great! You have a view of the sunset over the water each evening and are walking distance to several restaurants and services. There is also a shuttle that will take you to the beach. If you want to relax, this is the place to be!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property
Our group of 6 stayed 6 nights and had a wonderful time. The villa has everything you need and the private plunge pool makes it very special. The kitchen has all the pots, pans & dishes you will ever need and the Villa has lots of towels for bath, pool and beach. The washer and dryer was very useful. Each room has its own air conditioning so it was easy to keep everyone comfortable and shut rooms off when not in use. The resort has a great shuttle system that makes it easy and quick to get to the beach and if you prefer to walk, it’s not that far. The resort pool is also a very short stroll away and is large with its own bar with meals available. There is a small grocery store just a short dive away and a larger grocery store down the main road a bit. We alternated cooking in and dining out. Dining out was an easy shuttle ride to the beach where there are multiple restaurant options just a short walk away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend this villa to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Carlos G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Overall the location was good as was the house. However it took an hour and multiple calls and text messages to get the code to enter the property. This was problematic after a long day of travel. Additionally this property limits guests to 4 rolls of toilet paper which is just ridiculous especially when we didn't even get 4 full rolls, there are no kleenexes, etc. I have never stayed anywhere with a limitation on toilet paper. When I reached out the owner was flipant and rude - while he later kinda apologized it was enough to leave a bad impression. We do not plan on staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place!!
We stayed here for 3 days to start off our trip to Costa Rica and we loved it! Super convenient to the beach and very nice to have access to the resort amenities (pools, bars, restaurants, shuttles, etc.) The villa was very clean and well stocked with plenty of towels and linens, kitchen utensils, and they even had oil and seasonings which I find so often rentals lack. Hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family get away
We loved our stay so much. Owner sent us tour options and was so easy to communicate with. Unit was spacious and perfect for game playing and dinner nights ! Loved the resort with super friendly staff and amazing beach
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa, Great Location!
My wife and I were fortunate to book a stay in early December. The villa is in a nearly ideal location inside a gated community with community beach shuttles circling every 15 minutes or so. Villa itself is very comfortable, clean and with a beautiful porch and plunge pool. Owner provided spot on recommendations for restaurants and beaches and was very responsive to any questions we had. We will look to book again when we return to CR.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last minute trip!
Last minute trip, and they were very accommodating and helpful! Great place and location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Week Of Fun
We spent a week in this lovely townhome at Villas Sol, and had a great time! The property itself was as advertised - three great bedrooms (which worked perfectly for our two adult kids) and a big common area. The splash pool outside was a great way to cool down to acclimatize to the hot weather, because it turns out that Costa Rica is pretty close to the equator, and it's hot out in August. We used the kitchen a bunch, as well as the grill. And also the in-unit laundry, which worked great. The split A/C units were very effective, and we slept like babies. We were surprised that the sun went down so early. Villas Sol (VS), the resort where the property is located, offers shuttles that run constantly down to the reception area, and then to main hotel, and to the beach. From the main hotel it's a short walk to the wet bar. Otherwise from the reception area it's an easy three hundred yards down to the beach, but it's a rough three hundred yards uphill back to the reception area. We got stronger. We took full advantage of the Swiss Tours concierge to set up tours and diving.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marquis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal!
I cannot recommend this property enough. First, the communication that Chris (owner) provided before and during the vacation, was without a doubt, the tone-setter for our vacation. The attention to detail that was given, made our stay comfortable! It was professional and personal...thank you! The location is great, the people are fabulous, and the house is welcoming, warm, relaxing, well stocked for all of your stays needs, be it in the kitchen, for your outings, at the pool, etc. Good and reliable wifi, cable tv, DVDs, games, etc. I even got a kick out of the "bandits" (raccoons) that would visit the patio each evening...hilarious! The beach is amazing with some great restaurants and activities. An easy walk to the grocery stores outside of the resort, if needed. There are hills to walk, but nothing too bad if you don't want to wait for the shuttles. This house is top-notch. Can't say enough about Chris. He will, go out of his way to provide you resources or information needed. We will be back! Pura Vida!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Ivan A., San Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bad Maintenance
The house is in bad shape. The kitchen has loose cabinets doors, on the secondary bathroom the wc lid is broken, the shower does not have showerhead, the towels are very very very used and wear. We did not have soap, dish detergent (how they clean the dishes prior we arrived?? :( uggg) The washer and dryer is not working and we can’t dry towels nor anything We’ve contacted the owner several times about the problems, but He has not answer on time. And gave totally wrong answers about the problems, and he did not fix anything to make our stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabiana G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we were wishing for
We had an amazing stay. House was very comfortable fir our family - four adults and two kids. Kitchen and living room open area were great for gathering. Each room has its own A/C. We appreciated and used all the beach stuff Chris has available for guests - chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, beach balls, coolers. We even used the resort amenities - pools and games - when we were not at the beach. Main restaurant and bar has a great view of the bay and the sunset! Chris was a great host, available to help with anything and very flexible. He takes good care of the place and has some small upgrades planned. I definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reyna E., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host and location
My family and I had a wonderful time. Chris was very helpful and attentive. He helped us with excursions and was always available. The villa was clean and very comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis Allan A., Heredia, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelente Villa...!!!
La ubicación de la villa es excelente para pasar unos días en familia, el lugar es muy bonito; Cris es un excelente anfitrión, siempre estuvo atento y respondió muy rápido. Recomendado
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret G.

A great month in a great location
Our stay was a wonderful experience due in large part to our accommodation. The high light of this villa is undoubtedly the lanai/patio/deck space with its’ lovely and necessary splash pool. The Villa was well equipped to handle our group which ranged over the month from two to nine (three grandkids under six) with room and amenities for all. The beach is an eight minute walk away (10 minutes uphill on the return) and the Villas’ pool a short block away. Without a car we walked often to the Super Luperon about three quarters of a mile away which was somewhat randomly stocked but met all our needs. From what we saw of other properties this Villa has a perfect location,. The sunsets were magical and the fact that we could have shade during the heat of the day was appreciated Chris is a great host and very quick to respond to inquiries. The one negative relates to the Villas Sol trolly system. Our experience found the rides non existent after six pm, we walked back from every dinner at the beachfront restaurants.
Stayed 33 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Winter Getaway
Three weeks in paradise to escape winter! Villa was perfect for our group. We particularly loved the terrace with the splash pool and the beautiful views when we hung out later in the day to cool off before dinner. The kitchen and outside grill had everything we needed to prepare meals when not going out to eat. Mini marts in the area for some staples but we headed to Coco Beach to the larger grocery store twice to stock up since we were there for awhile. The beach has a really nice laid back vibe that we appreciated. There are some really good restaurants on the beach that we frequented as well as Gingers tapas just outside the main gate. The owner Chris and his property manager Bill were very attentive and easy to work with. Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend. Pura Vida!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in beautiful Playa Hermosa!
This is a beautiful property in a lovely resort. We stayed with another couple and it was great. The kitchen was well equipped and great to have two bathrooms. Lovely pool on deck to cool off in. Senor Bill, the property manager picked us up at the airport for a very reasonable price which was wonderful. Chris, the owner was very responsive. The resort is hilly which helped with our overindulgence on vacation 😉 but there is a regular shuttle to the beach and restaurant. It is only an 8 minute walk to the beach though. Did not experience any of the delays discussed in other reviews. Wonderful restaurants available on the beach and in Playa Hermosa- loved Roberto’s for breakfast, Casita del Marisco and Pescado Loco and Ginger’s. Recommend this spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Linda estadía de fin de año en la Villa de Chris .
La estadía estuvo muy bien . La Villa cuenta con todos los servicios.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

BARBARA A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Shabby condo
Very disappointed. Air conditioning remote without batteries. Bathroom toilet leaking with towel on floor to collect water. Several lights not working. Kitchen ceiling fan and lights not working. Had to replace water heater fuse. No dishwasher. Cabinets dirty. No instructions provided on how to operate patio fan and lights. Hole in ceiling over splash pool and broken tiles left on patio floor. Poorl furnished. Drab paint job, probably the original from 30 years ago. Etc, etc. Outside landscape looked like homeless camp.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Martin R.

Lyons Den
For the price it’s a good value The property needs some TLC the grill needs to be replaced could not use missing parts could use all new pots and pans useable but old Needs some paint all around and a good cleaning. Water pressure in MBR shower was terrible. The door that you enter the unit has a big gap in between the pains probably lets heat in and AC out Location was prime and the unit is very large. pool was nice to have and getting around the property was easy Check in was easy also I would recommend this villa to people. Again for the price it was well worth it Thanks Chris
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Spencer H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Playa Hermosa just ok...
We have traveled to Costa Rica in the past and had a wonderful time. This was our first stay at Playa Hermosa and Chris’ home. We arranged for Senior Bill, his friend and contact for the property, to shuttle us from the airport. Once to the property, we had to “check-in” again through the resort reception. After doing so we made it to the home, unloaded and of course everyone needed to use the restroom. There was half a roll of toilet paper in one bathroom. After shuffling the partial roll between baths for our family of four to use the restroom, we explored the complex. Upon check in we were told there was a shuttle that would take us to and from the beach. Know the walk was roughly 10 minutes with several hills—it’s a nice workout! The first night we waited for the bus to pick us up—it never came. Apparently there are several resort complexes in the same area; the Villa Sol transport doesn’t run as frequently as the others. Thus we hiked home. This happened over and over to and from the beach over the next THREE days. On the fourth day, my husband finally had to complain to the reception desk to which they responded “...we know it’s a problem, I’ll let them know.” Finally, and sadly, the transport started running to Villa Sol from the beach on our fourth day. The house was okay, it appeared no one had stayed in the home for sometime, all the dishes, utensils, pots, etc had to be rewashed to use, no paper towels, no garbage bags, etc. make sure you stop at a mini mart to stock up on these items! On our final night, a heavy rain storm occurred. The back two bedrooms walls and floors flooded soaking our children’s bags, clothes, and anything on the floor. We were thankful for the washer and dryer as several loads of laundry had to be completed in order to pack and leave the next morning. Overall, Chris and Bill are kind people and we enjoyed the location of the property but there were a lot of inconveniences, inadequacies, and lack of attention to detail with this property, especially at this price point. I would recommend looking around at other properties if staying in this area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kiyomi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
What a wonderful way to conclude our 15 day trip by staying in this perfect 3 bedroom Villa for 7 nights. It's been 20 years since my last visit. I had to reschedule my trip twice and Chris was very accommodating and flexible with me. I spent the first week hopping around cities visiting family and showing my own family the beauty of Costa Rica. We decided to treat my mom and two cousins to stay with us for the last week in Playa Hermosa. Chris's home has space to move around, everything you need to cook and do laundry, and have quiet time. I'm not a big TV person, but my cousin was able to get the cable on and the youngsters enjoyed the large TV and playing on their devices during downtime. The Wifi was great! The air conditioning was a welcome relief for the many hot days. Bill, the property manager, was fantastic. He was fluent in English, accessible through WhatsApp, and had great local resources for Covid tests, sightseeing, and restaurants. We used every single suggestion. The home is in a great spot.....close to the pool and easy walk to the beach. The resort itself took Covid safety seriously. Every morning there was a line for the employees to take a health check and they always wore their masks....even outdoors. The only time they really enforced guests to wear one is on the open shuttle truck that dropped you off at the beach and around the resort. The villa is centrally located. We were able to visit friends in Santa Cruz, take day trips to Coco Beach and Tamarindo, walk to Hermosa Beach, and drive to Liberia for haircuts and larger shopping runs at Walmart. There are smaller grocery stores minutes away and restaurants along the beach and side streets. The pool area was great. There's no lap swim area, but the swim up bar was convenient. My mom loved the music. No dancing because of Covid, but the environment was great. Overall, Chris's home was a perfect place to enjoy Costa Rica. We had the best family vacation ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa, Great Location
Great Villa, located in walking distance to beach, pools, grocery stores & restaurants.