
Family-friendly vacation rentals in Carara
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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.

Beach Bungalow Costa Rica surf&massage
Uno de los primeros Airbnbs en Jaco, Beach Bungalow desde 2015 hospeda personas del mundo entero. "Un pedacito del paraíso" es como los huéspedes dicen en sus evaluaciones. Bungalow totalmente equipado, confortable, colchones nuevos, limpieza 5 estrellas durante esos 7 años y ubicado en una zona muy tranquila de Jaco, tan solo a 2 minutos en carro hacia la playa y centro. Local perfecto para descansar en familia o pareja y disfrutar de una encantadora piscina con catarata y jets de hidromasaje.

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

Style and Comfort: Tropical Studio Cabina A/C Pool
Pura Vida says it all at your cozy studio cabina, nestled on a shared property alongside two other charming cabinas and a spacious 3-bedroom house. Enjoy the large, inviting pool surrounded by tropical beauty. Just minutes away, are Playa Herradura and Playa Jaco, where world-class fishing, golf, and thrilling nature tours await. Let our friendly onsite management team help plan your ideal day — whether it’s booking an excursion, recommending a local hidden gem, or simply helping you unwind.

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.

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.

KING BED, deluxe stay, @HillView, green areas, A/C
Enjoy this king-bed deluxe apartment, you will find everything needed for an enjoyable stay. It is situated in a prime location yet you will feel away from the city. Close to malls, restaurants, tours, etc. You will be impressed by every beautiful detail handcrafted by Giulio, a passionate architect who loves to create harmonious and inviting spaces. The apartment is bright and cozy, with large windows that let in natural light and offer a breathtaking view of the city and the countryside.

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.

Family FarmStay: Animals, Nature & Mountain View’s
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.

Ocean view. Close to Jaco (1 or optional 2 bdms)
Playa Pita. Easy access in regular car. 15 min N of Jaco, 5 min N of Hotel Punta Leona. Beach is a 4 minute walk. Amazing views. Macaws stop by regularly. Jungle hikes at doorstep (monkeys). 2 private terraces. A/C in double occupancy master bedroom and A/C in optional 2nd room for guests #3&4. Several restaurants nearby. Rosanna and her daughter live discretely in separate caretaker unit, providing security and advice. *Turn-off is located just BEFORE the TROVA gas station*

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.

Ocean View Punta Leona private access Playa Blanca
Cozy apartment within a nature reserve, on the beach. Walk a few steps through the private access from our property. Immerse yourself in a colorful landscape of nature and sea, on the best white sand beach in the Central Pacific. Contemplate spectacular views and sunsets, admire the flora and fauna, practice snorkeling, diving, kayaking or sunny and beach days. In greater depth, the impressive sculptures of marine figures that make up the Underwater Museum
Popular amenities for Carara family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

The Breath, Luxury tree house in a magic place!

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Moonshine Inn - 1BR loft

Cozy Morpho Stay + tour tips/ AC / Parking /Center

Los Sueños Resort Luxury 3BR Condominium

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Finca Totoro, Trails and Nature

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Studio with amazing mountain&city view

Hidden Paradise Oceanfront

La casa del bosque

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Hermosa casa de campo con piscina.

Art apartment on a virgin beach

Cheerful 3 Bedroom Villa With Pool Gated Community

Farm with country house, pool and ranch
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Gated Jungle Home: Security, 2 King Suites, Pool

CASA BARU New house - 2 min from the beach

la cabaña & hiking

Costa Rica jungle home: remodeled/waterfall path!

Private Jungle Home Amazing Pool

Los Sueños Alta Vista - Ocean View - Beach Club!

Lovely 2-bedroom beach front Condo with pool!

Prívate Pool and nature, october promo
When is the best time to visit Carara?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ852 | ﺩ.ﺇ790 | ﺩ.ﺇ753 | ﺩ.ﺇ815 | ﺩ.ﺇ723 | ﺩ.ﺇ672 | ﺩ.ﺇ815 | ﺩ.ﺇ738 | ﺩ.ﺇ760 | ﺩ.ﺇ735 | ﺩ.ﺇ903 | ﺩ.ﺇ918 |
| 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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