In the heart of Playa Hermosa, Villa #45 at Villas Sol Hotel and Beach Resort offers a serene retreat with a splash pool on its secluded hillside terrace. Enjoy stunning views of the beach, air conditioning in each room, WiFi, satellite TVs and an outdoor shower. As part of this gated community you can access resort amenities like two pools with scheduled guest activities such as pool volleyball; a jacuzzi and game center; shuttle services.
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
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 amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Massage
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Wet bar
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/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
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pre-approval is required.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the villa.
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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Sardinal, this villa is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Hermosa and Coco Beach. Rocio's Kitchen and Ericka's Fruit Stand are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby. Visit our Playa Hermosa travel guide
Does NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities!?
On-site parking is available at the 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!?
Checkout 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 mile (2 km) of Playa Hermosa and Rocio's Kitchen. Ericka's Fruit Stand and Playa Blanca are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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NEW Playa Hermosa Private Villa with Resort Amenities! Reviews
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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
Proximity to the beach (and grocery store/pharmacy) was a 10-15 min. walk, which was convenient and necessary. The shuttles around the resort to the beach were not as timely as years past.. We loved the splash pool and pool deck.
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!
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.
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.
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!
Our family wanted a special Christmas getaway, and we're so glad we found this stunning property in Playa Hermosa. With two kids, its important for us to have separate beds and this property offered us separate rooms, which was the perfect setup. The amenities were exactly what we were looking for, and the proximity to the beach was ideal. We especially loved the veranda and private pool, which provided the perfect spot to relax and cool off in the afternoons or stay dry during a rain shower. Chris was incredibly responsive to any questions we had, even during our stay, which made everything even more seamless. This property exceeded our expectations, and we would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, comfortable, and convenient place to stay! The only item I'd recommend is renting a car, does give you a little more flexibility to get to other beaches and tour the country on your own.
Kerry M.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Carlos G.
2 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
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.
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.
Wonderful area, AMAZING sunsets, but not if you are physically challenged
The villa we stayed at was everything we needed for living and cooking, and very well equipped overall. It was a nice, mostly downhill walk to the beach and we usually took the shuttle back to our unit since it's quite an uphill climb, though doable for most people in reasonable shape (we're in our 60s). A modest grocery store is 1.3 km away, right next to what is the best stocked and most reasonably priced souvenir shop in the area. About a 15 minute walk each way. A larger store is about 4 km further by taxi if you want, but we were there 15 days and didn't need to go that far for anything. The owner was quick to respond to any queries, as was his property manager. He also put us in touch with a knowledgeable and reliable tour driver to get us to/from the airport and take us on the excursions we wanted to do. We saw and heard howler monkeys, and iguanas are a common sight. The beach was not crowded at all, plenty of lounging chairs, and there are some good eating establishments down there if you want. All around, a great experience. We'd rent from him again.
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.
We stayed at Chris’s villa for a week earlier this month while visiting Costa Rica for the very first time. It was an inspired choice.Chris is an excellent host. Right from the get-go we knew we’d made the right decision. He reached out to us with lots of information about Villas Sol and Playa Hermosa and was very responsive both in the run-up to our trip and during it. The villa itself was a home away from home with everything we could possibly need. The bed was firm but comfortable with quality linens. The bathroom towels were large, soft and plush. The kitchen has everything you’d need - it’s fully equipped and we ate breakfast at the villa most days. We also grilled one evening! The washing machine and dryer are a real bonus too. Watching the sunset from the patio each evening was an amazing experience. The pool is a good size and we made full use of it. It was great sitting in one of the hammock chairs, beverage in hand, feet in the pool, completely relaxed and watching the sun go down.The resort was generally peaceful. We had no concerns about personal safety or security. Just keep an eye out for raccoons lol. Chris made some excellent suggestions in terms of tours and we hired José of Guanacaste Adventure Tours based on his recommendation. He also suggested some local restaurants and they were spot on!In short, you’d be a fool not to stay here. It’s an amazing villa in a great location with a fabulous host! We truly had the best of times!
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.
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!
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.
We had a great experience here in Playa Hermosa. The villa was great as we had a gated community yet close to Coco Beach. We did not eat at the resort or use the amenities as there was plenty to do in the surrounding area. We would rather go to the beaches than the pool. There is a pool at the house if you wanted. The property manager was on top of any request and the check in process couldn’t have been easier. We did local tours for atv, zip line and snorkeling, all were GREAT! Our host put us in contact and it was amazing! So glad we did it and loved every minute of it. We will stay here again on the next visit to Costa Rica!
First time in this area of Costa Rica and we were not disappointed. Chris was supper responsive. The villa was perfect. Bill was a perfect guide and Bryan was a perfect host on site for our excursions from ATVing to fishing. We had a little bit of rain but that didn’t stop of from Hermosa beach and Coco beach. The restaurant on Hermosa beach was amazing. I can’t belive it’s time for us to leave! Everything you need in the villa if you want to stay in and cook and grill which we did as well. We will be back. Thank you everyone!! Carrie and Jerrod
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!
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!
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.
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!
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.