Villa vacation rentals in Malpais

We have been coming to Costa Rica since 1990 and have stayed in many homes in different parts of the country. Casa Juliet is our new favorite. The home is amazing with spectacular views! The location is perfect, just a 5 minute walk to the beach, restaurants and shopping. The home is very safe, behind a gated entrance. We never locked the doors during our stay. We were 4 couples in the home. because of the layout, we never felt cramped or limited on space. The grounds are beautiful and the pool and patios are large with several separate seating areas. The staff, Clara and Jose were onsite every day for cleaning and maintaining the pool and grounds. Clara also cooked and prepared meals when asked. Our host, Rotem was awesome, he was always available to assist and direct us to the best restaurants and activities and checked in on us often. We can't wait for our next trip to Casa Julliet!

Superbe villa, très spacieuse et très luxueuse. Très bien située en pleine jungle. Beaucoup d'animaux que nous voyons et entendons. Recommandée à 100%.

En general la propiedad es impecable, las áreas comunes como la piscina y el rancho siempre estaban ordenadas. La casa preciosa y los anfitriones amables! Espero poder volver pronto :)

La Perla is a lovely home and garden. We enjoyed our time, hanging around the house and pool...and we saw a lot of wild life right in the yard (howler monkeys, iguanas/lizards, crabs, parakeets, other lovely birds). It is a short walk to the beach to watch great sunsets or walk in the interesting tide pools. You are in close walking distance to Playa Hermosa (15-20min), which is the nicest beach for swimming in our opinion. Most importantly, you are not in the busy Santa Teresa stretch - you are north of it. The house is close to the road so you will hear traffic but not a huge deal and did not affect sleeps. Raphaelle was great at responding to any questions and providing suggestions. She arranged our transport to/from the airport and our ATV so that it was there when we arrived. The daily cleaning is also nice.

This was our first time visiting CR and we were truly impressed with Mar's space. Everything was as described and Mar was kind enough to offer us local recommendations and suggestions while we were there. Would absolutely come back again!

The house and surrounding environment was incredibly we saw many animals including monkeys, butterflies, curious squirrels and many colourful birds where especially the hummingbirds gets very close to you if you wish. Anne-Laures is ever helpful and fast responding if you have questions about anything 😊. The place is literally almost in the jungle with a view above it and over the ocean and that is only a 10 minute drive in your 4x4 car. We want to thank you Anne for a magnificent stay Best regards the Mikalski family

Beautiful stay. The concierge is extremely responsive and helpful. Super central Santa Teresa, gorgeous views. Thanks so much :)

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this stunning house in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica, with a group of friends, and it was an unforgettable experience! The house itself is beautifully designed, blending modern amenities with tropical charm. We loved the spacious living areas, and the inviting outdoor pool, perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. Agustina was incredible!—warm, welcoming, and always available to ensure we had everything we needed. They provided great local tips for dining and activities, making our stay even more enjoyable. The location was ideal, just a short walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. Overall, this was a perfect getaway spot for friends looking to unwind and enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica. I highly recommend this house and host to anyone planning a trip to Playa Hermosa!

Absolutely perfect home for long vacation or weekend getaway for family six. Spacious. Clean. Support from owner/host and Raphaelle the concierge were first rate. Helpful, responsive and friendly,

Excelente atención y lugar. Nuestra estadía fue fantástica

Villa Laya is truly spectacular. The house offers privacy and is very well designed offering spectacular views from every room. Bernice was a great host and was very helpful. I’ve stayed in a lot of AirBnb’s and this one was truly special. I seriously can’t recommend it enough!

Boho Villa was the dream location and house. It is modern with all the comforts and design elements that make it chic, breezy and amazing. The banana trees that sit in front of the ocean view with the infinity pool in front are heavenly. Monkeys also play in the branches. Lucy our house manager was so kind and friendly and went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed. We have stayed all over Costa Rica for decades and this gem just north of Santa Teresa at Playa Hermosa was by far our favorite place. We will back back for sure!!!! 5 stars all around.

Ramona’s place is truly a Pura Vida paradise! It was absolutely perfect accommodations for our extended family of four adults and five children. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom, the amenities were extensive, everything was extremely clean and organized, and the backyard/pool area is a relaxing oasis that was hard to leave. Not to mention the short walk to the gorgeous beach with an amazing cafe and restaurant was the icing on the cake! Ramona was the most responsive and helpful host I’ve ever encountered, and we’ve stayed at many Airbnb’s. Her recommendations and answers to our questions helped plan our entire vacation. I would have to say this has been our favorite place we’ve ever stayed at. Don’t hesitate…book it now!!

The concierge, Josefina, was super responsive and helpful. We had a few minor issues during our stay which she addressed as soon as we brought them up. She also left us some coffee, wine and fruits which was much appreciated. She communicated prior to our and during our stay with efficiency and a lot of helpful suggestions. The place itself was a good size for our group and the kids enjoyed the pool. Daily housekeeping is included in the price and there were always fresh towels to go around.

This was the best airbnb my friends and I have stayed at. I had the best week of my life in Santa Teresa, and I will absolutely be back! The location, the view, the pool...... it was all just perfection. Enjoy Villa Melody!

My wife and I had an amazing week at Villa Akoya. The home was immaculate when we arrived and came stocked with fresh fruit, wine and beer. The sunset views were nothing short of spectacular every night. The support team for the Villa are amazing. Milena, our concierge for our stay was incredibly helpful and kind, suggesting beaches to visit, things to do and restaurants at which to eat. She also arranged transportation for us when needed. Marta, the housekeeper, is there every day between 10a-2p. She keeps the place immaculate and does laundry if needed. The security guard was on duty every night from 5pm until 5am. He was visible but not intrusive. Maintenance kept the pool sparkling, grounds clean and Internet working. While the location is amazing and close to everything, it is also next to a beach access road which means you will hear some traffic (especially at sunset) and it won't feel particularly private. BUT we WILL be going back soon. Highly recommended!

Me encantó el lugar y volvería , la Casa es excelente y muy organizada , rodeada de naturaleza y te conecta ; puedes disfrutar de mucha tranquilidad ; sin vecinos cerca . La hace perfecta para relajarse , sin precio poder levantarse escuchando la fauna local , relajante y tomar el desayuno con ese ambiente fue muy bueno . Algunos detalles : la propiedad no está cerca de la playa de Santa Teresa (25 min ) en mi caso compensó lo tranquilo y relax del lugar . La casa está como dentro de la montaña hacia abajo , por lo que se debe bajar varias gradas para accedas a ella . Podría dificultar a una persona con algún tipo de discapacidad , valdría la pena que se me col mencione . Se necesita mejores instrucciones de cómo cerrar una de las puerta de vidrio de la cocina ya que tiene un desperfecto y hay que encontrar cómo funciona , sobre todo por la recordación del Host de cerrar de noche por los animales en busca de comida . La refrigeradora ocupa una revisión .

The place was amazing! They look cleaners and maid service was also friendly. The only problem is the raccoons drinking from the pool later at night and crawling on the roof but I think that’s out of their hands. Otherwise it’s the most central spot for anything around Santa Teresa and the host is so responsive!

Magnifique logement, très tranquille et bien situé et protégé. Beaucoup de petites attentions dont des serviettes de plages et eau potable. Super hôtel également. Tout était parfait. Je recommande fortement ce beau logement.

Beautiful location and property. View is fantastic. Pool area was lovely. Outdoor bathroom was a vibe. Felt extremely private and peaceful. Fairly quick access to town in Santa Teresa. Our host/concierge Fiona was extremely responsive and helpful. Our first time in Costa Rica so a few notes for other first time visitors relevant to this property. The roads to access the house are really rough which made coming and going an adventure. 4x4 helpful. In April, temp is fairly hot and high humidity. The AC kept the bedrooms nice and cool but the main room stayed pretty warm. House is set in the beautiful jungle which means wildlife at all times of day and night. Very fun but also a LOT of noise. Bring earplugs if a sensitive sleeper. A few small issues with the appliances during our stay but everything was resolved reasonably. Overall our trip was fabulous and would absolutely book with this host and property again.

Lorie and Will were extremely responsive, always helpful and very friendly. They made sure we had everything we needed and even had the house cleaners come mid stay to clean the house. Will had ATVs delivered to us and coordinated their pick up. They went above and beyond to make sure we had the best trip! Highly recommended!! Thx you guys!!!!

Lucy and the staff here at Thea resorts were amazing. Lucy was super responsive and was able to book all of our excursions, she was super helpful. During our stay we were able to get to know the staff who kept up with us. The wonderful pool guy and the ladies who did the house keeping. This was daily and it was a treat. It’s always nice to have fresh towels and a clean kitchen. We couldn’t have had a better experience. The weather was excellent and the location was breathtaking. Thank you and we’ll be back!

Our stay at Pierre-Alexandre’s house in Playa Hermosa was absolutely perfect! The home was stunning—immaculate, stylishly decorated, and fully equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The outdoor area, with its gorgeous pool and lush surroundings, was a highlight, making it hard to leave! Pierre-Alexandre was an outstanding host, incredibly attentive, and quick to respond to any questions we had. He went above and beyond, sharing local tips for nearby beaches, restaurants which felt like the warm hospitality we love. The location is ideal, just steps from the serene Playa Hermosa, offering the perfect mix of tranquility and easy access to Santa Teresa’s vibrant scene. We can’t recommend Pierre-Alexandre’s place enough and are already dreaming of our next visit! Thank you for an amazing experience!

Beautiful stay at Villa Shemesh, a scenic and peaceful house tucked away in nature! I would absolutely recommend this place. - Very clean and comfortable house, the furniture is high quality and the design choices are calming and comfortable at the same time - You feel tucked away in nature and isolated in the best way - Very responsive host at various hours of the day, which made us feel welcome and cared for - Beautiful birds visiting every day - Private pool for some downtime and cooling moments on the particularly hotter days - Ample amounts of towels and supplies for all guests - Daily kind cleaning personnel For Awareness: - the drive up to the villa is very steep, you will need to take it slow and have a 4x4 - the living room does not have A/C, sometimes hard to enjoy the space due to heat or when cooking Overall incredible house!