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Casa Colibrí Esmeralda

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A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio. - Casa Colibrí Esmeralda (Provincia de Alajuela)
A spacious living area with a black leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area. - Casa Colibrí Esmeralda (Provincia de Alajuela)
A modern two-story house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of mountains in the distance. - Casa Colibrí Esmeralda (Provincia de Alajuela)
A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in oven. - Casa Colibrí Esmeralda (Provincia de Alajuela)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Casa Colibrí Esmeralda (Provincia de Alajuela)
You can look forward to a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Casa Colibrí Esmeralda. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8104 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Casa Colibrí Esmeralda

  • Villa in the mountains
  • Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Casa Colibrí Esmeralda. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a hot tub.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and local meal delivery service
    • Smoke-free property, barbecues and outdoor furniture
    • Games and beach towels
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Casa Colibrí Esmeralda boast perks, such as private pools and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Children's dinnerware and travel cots
    • Recycling and composting
    • 3 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,122 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 10 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Peñas Blancas, this villa is near theme parks and near a water park. Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Peñas Blancas travel guide
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Map
Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna

What's nearby

  • Arenal Adventure World
    22 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    27 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    27 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    32 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs
    33 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harmony Food Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Hunters & Gatherers
    10 min drive
  • El Fogón de Chela
    14 min walk
  • Soda Fortuna
    13 min drive
  • Chante Verde
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Colibrí Esmeralda have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa Colibrí Esmeralda pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Casa Colibrí Esmeralda?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Colibrí Esmeralda?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Colibrí Esmeralda?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Colibrí Esmeralda located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Arenal Adventure World, El Salto Fortuna River and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour. La Altura Viewpoint and La Fortuna Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Casa Colibrí Esmeralda Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

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

Excellent property

Clean and well looked after
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Amazing place!

The place was quiet and beautiful. We spent the mornings and some afternoons enjoying the pool, jacuzzi and backyard. We saw a family of monkeys while enjoying, a sloth and many beautiful birds. I would recommend a car as this place is about a 17 minute drive from La Fortuna. Definitely worth the drive!!! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

Family stay

Property overall is amazing! The location is wonderful with wildlife right outside the door. But if lacks sufficient furniture to seat everyone and doesnt have dressers or any bedroom furniture to unpack for longer stays. There is a lovely town to the left away from La Fortuna with a meat market, bakery, and fruit and vegetable stand that are wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Beautiful Home

This home was awesome. Very clean, beautiful tropical surroundings when sitting out on the expansive deck by the pool and hot tub. The bedrooms and bathrooms are very spacious, and the beds were comfortable. The house is about 10 minutes from La Fortuna which I preferred for the peace and quiet. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Beautiful VRBO near La Fortuna

The home was beautiful & we all loved the pool. The surprise bonus was getting to see the baby sloth on the property.We appreciate the property owner taking the time to find the sloth and walk us over to see him. Our teenage son also loved they had poker (chips and all) and so we played that each night we were there. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

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

beautiful property, great location!

The home is beautiful and just out of town so a car is needed. Very clean and well maintained. We had limited cell coverage so had a hard time accessing our email for the check in code-so suggest to print/write down before you arrive. The groundskeeper was very friendly and showed us 2 sloths! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Excellent!

We loved this house! The pool in fantastic. So quiet and peaceful. Loved having the forest in our backyard. Kitchen is large and well equipped. Beds are very comfortable. We saw tucans and many other birds from the pool. Highly recommend! Would stay here again. Pura Vida!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

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

The most beautiful home I’ve ever rented.

Our stay was amazing. I could have stayed another week. Most relaxing stay we’ve had anywhere. We loved that it was a little ways away (10-15min) from the busy touristy town of La Fortuna. It’s a gem. The sodas nearby are delicious and so affordable. There wasn’t anything we didn’t love. Now think I need an infinity pool and a pool guy back home. Haha. And there’s a sloth!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey M.

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

Sloths!

Very clean house, about 15 min drive from town. Not easy to find at night the first time. House and pool are great. Wish for more seating inside. Everything was so clean pool included. Quite location. Friendly gentle man showed us sloths on the property. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy C.

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

Great upscale vacation rental

This two bedroom home was very comfortable. Everything that you need was supplied with the exception of food. The views from the backyard were exquisite. The backyard pool with a negative edge was very inviting and was cleaned every day. A plus...spotted a sloth in a tree right behind the house. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

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

Beautiful Property

This was such a nice stay. The home was great and very well built and stocked with all you need. it was so nice to sit outside, enjoy the pool and the lush surroundings. The care taker came and showed us the local sloth and we had a nice walk around the property. There are 2 other rentals but they are all very well separated. You opulent tell anyone else was around and each back yard:pool area was very private. We lived out time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amanda s.

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

Beautiful, clean, responsive host!

The introductory videos and pamphlet were a huge help. Wonderful recommendation for a local guy who made our trip equally successful. He was even able to communicate with our VRBO host and arranged for a last-minute dinner to be brought to the home. It was delicious homemade Costa Rican food with an accessible swimming pool and we even saw a sloth in the backyard. I would absolutely recommend this location. It was safe and a perfect part of La Fortuna.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Great getaway!

This place was amazing! The outside pool and hottub area was a hit with our teens. The guy cleaning the pool pointed out a sloth hanging in the trees right in the backyard. We also spotted another one the next day. I cant believe I can say I relaxed in the hottub watching a sloth hang from a tree. It was the coolest thing! It is about 15 minutes from town but I would have rather been there than in town. La Fortuna was way to busy for us. I would 100% stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barton L.

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

Very enjoyable stay with a beautiful view

We stayed in several locations in a recent trip to Costa Rica. This was by far the nicest property we stayed at. Having a river behind the property made for a relaxing background noise. A lychee grove outside of the house was an added treat. An endless supply of towels was appreciated. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook with. There were a few ants around but being in the jungle you want to see wildlife, not just sloths and monkeys. We would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Per J.

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

Great house near La Fortuna

Overall fantastic house for a family of 4. Great pool -- spent a number of afternoons by the pool after hiking during the day. Nice and private with excellent view. Good place for spotting birds. Kitchen and bathrooms are very nice. Pretty close to La Fortuna, about a 15 minute drive. Takes about 35 minutes to drive to the Arenal park. Grocery store within 5 minutes drive. AC, laundry and wifi all worked great. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We just left La Fortuna after spending 6 nights at Casa Calibri Esmeralda. It was absolutely beautiful. The infinity pool overlooked a jungle. We saw hummingbirds, toucans, green parrots, and other birds. There is a hot tub that works great. The Kitchen was well equipped. WIFI was strong. The patio was covered so if it rained we could still sit outside. There was a pool bathroom as well. The location was great. Far enough from La Fortuna to feel like you are in the rainforest, but close enough for all the restaurants, sodas, and tours. The groundskeeper took us to see a sloth in a tree on the property, which was great. We did not have a rental car. We used a taxi and uber to get to town. Only issue we had was uber wouldn't reliably pick us up from the property, but no problem getting back. There is a bus stop right outside the gate to the property if you are bold enough to use public transportation. We recommend using the WhatsApp. We communicated with drivers directly to arrange rides. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous home outside of Fortuna

Spectacular home with a pool outside of La Fortuna. Not within walking distance to stores or restaurants which was not ideal. Otherwise the house was gorgeous and the pool was out of this world. Do not try to find the house at night. We tried during the day and the directions from the listing sent us 15 min away from the home. We were able to contact the host and eventually find the property but it wasn’t easy. Otherwise I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne S.

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

First trip to Costa Rica

This house was a wonderful choice for 3 nights in Arenal. The setting couldn't have been more magical, with a large deck with an infinity pool backing up to a jungle with a stream flowing through. It was so nice to have the private pool, which was incredibly clean. The 2 bedroom house was plenty spacious for 4 adults, one of which uses a wheelchair. Absolutely no issues with accessibility, including with the bathrooms. The kitchen was large and well-equipped and the ceilings were high. There was not a ton of seating inside, but we didn't want to spend time inside anyway. It was more enjoyable to watch for birds and other creatures in the backyard jungle. There is a resident sloth, which was exciting. Our hosts were very nice and attentive. We did have a little issue with the electronic code for the front door on the first day, but it got resolved quickly. The only slight drawback was that it felt a little further from our planned activities than I expected, but I would still stay there if I were to do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G.

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

Best VRBO we’ve stayed in

Arnaldo did a great job communicating with us before our arrival and even sent detailed check in instructions with videos, however, the electronics were still a bit tricky to figure out but we did do it. Other than that, the place was amazing. They have everything you could think of including a swimsuit spinner to dry your suits faster. The space was perfect for our family of 3. The outdoor living space was like a resort of our own. And from that deck, we saw the 3 toed sloth eat and move branches, we saw iguanas, frogs, & birds of all sorts. The grounds keeper was always excited to point out the sloths to us. There were 2 on the property the week we stayed. We knew the house was a little out of town and it had an amazing view and jungle like feel. It did make meals out a little complicated when doing tours but we just ate at the house on the days as we didn’t want to drive the curvy road at night. And one tour company wanted to charge us an extra $40 to pick us up at the house. We had a rental car so we just met them at their office instead. Overall, we will stay here again if we ever return to La Fortuna. We loved it so much we didn’t want to leave and head to our next town. And when we did arrive at the next place, we really missed Casa Colibri Esmeralda.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this amazing property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The house was very clean and beautiful and my 9 year old son had a lot of fun in the swimming pool. It is located in a picturesque setting surrounded by forest. The host (Arnaldo) was very helpful. I highly recommend staying here. It is about a 15 minute drive outside of La Fortuna and so we found it helpful to have our own car, although not essential.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phalla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and was better than the pictures showed. My wife and I stayed here for 6 days for our honeymoon and will definitely be staying here again. Armando was great and even helped book excursions and private chef to come to the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here. It was the perfect balance to the other half of our vacation in Tamarindo. This place was beautiful and the outdoor space was so peaceful and exactly what I wanted from Costa Rica. The roads are definitely a little difficult to navigate at night so make sure to check in before it gets dark. We were happy we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Would love to visit again

Great place. We would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Amazingly perfect house.

This property exceeded all of our expectations. A spotlessly clean private paradise. Sitting at the pool watching birds and the sloths in the morning was a great wat to start the day. Close enough to town to be convient, but far enough away to feel like you're in the rain forest. Could not have picked a better spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025