Marino Ballena National Park - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
Pinuela Beach - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
Playa Ballena - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Drake Bay (DRK) - 179 min drive
Restaurants
‪Citrus - ‬6 min drive
‪Soda Ojoche - ‬11 min walk
‪Los Gatos Locos - ‬15 min walk
‪Mirador Don Roger - ‬16 min drive
‪Tagua - ‬18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa Costa Pura Vida have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Costa Pura Vida?
As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Costa Pura Vida on Feb 13, 2027 start from CAÂ $170, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Villa Costa Pura Vida pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Villa Costa Pura Vida?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM–
11:00 PM for a fee of USD 20.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Villa Costa Pura Vida Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful place. Peaceful. Private. Clean. Great place!! Owner is super helpful and very nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Denise
Mar 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful pool and spacious outdoor living area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jose
May 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable and extremely well equipped !!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Rick
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Would definitely recommend
Location was amazing and the villa was stunning. Waking up to the jungle surroundings through the bedroom was fantastic. Beautiful quiet area with a great soda nearby. Wishes we’d booked 3 nights!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tony
Mar 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If heaven was a place on earth, this is it. The Villa is beautiful. The views are breathtaking. Villa Costa Pura Vida was 1/4 places we stayed and was by far the best.
I would absolutely recommend booking your next stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Dawn
Feb 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spectacular … if you book this place it will spoil you for the rest of your trip. Private pool was amazing, outdoor kitchen was great for entertaining or simply to enjoy a home cooked meal.
Many species of birds were seen on a daily basis - the beat being a dorante of toucans!!
Thank you for the wonderful accommodations and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Samantha
Jan 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful house with nice mountain view. Very clean.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Miguel A
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The loft is comfortable and with an amazing mountain view. Our hosts were nice and welcoming. In rainy season it is recomened to have a 4x4 vehicle to acces the property parking space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lawrence Ramiro
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you want peace and serenity, this is the spot! Amazing views, super quiet, nothing but sounds of nature! Our host Eric is a very friendly person and went out of his way for us and took us to a local waterfall that’s only know to the locals and we had an excellent day. Anything we needed, he was always there for us. Just an overall amazing stay! Thank you so much Eric
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verner
Nov 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was clean and modern. Need a car, not great for going on a walk as it is quite steep
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Rennie
Mar 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Simply stunning! Remarkable and unique. Truly outdoor living. Steep drive so be prepared with 4WD. Pool is exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Garret
Oct 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pictures do not do this place justice! It is a beautiful and super nice! My partner and I loved staying here! The view is immaculate! The owner is very friendly and will happily answer any questions or concerns you might have! :) you must stay here if you want privacy and the beautiful rainforest and wildlife surrounding you. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Neil
Jan 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment had an incredible view. It was well appointed. No complaints whatsoever. Highly recommended. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Travis
Apr 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved this property!!! It was private and well cared for. It was a beautifully designed, well thought out space. Loved the sunrises in the morning and the bird chatter all day! Private pool was so gorgeous. Had everything I needed. Owners were very accommodating. You DO need a 4 wheel drive for the drive way but once you figure it out it is easy. Will be back!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Holly
Mar 7, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place to spend our honeymoon! The view is absolutely breathtaking in person, with the most diverse species of birds singing beautiful songs and flying all around the area.
The suite was extremely clean and the pool was completely private, just for our unit. It was great to have AC and private parking. The kitchen was very well stocked, with a blender, stove, microwave, even a rice cooker! We also loved getting ice and filtered water right from the smart fridge.
Eric was lovely to communicate with and was available to answer any questions. Since it’s in the mountains, I would recommend a car with four wheel drive to get up to the hotel. We didn’t have any issues with the road personally. 10/10 experience and highly recommend to any travellers in Ojochal!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
Mar 31, 2024
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Not for families
Not a place for families. Kids not welcome.
Horrible communication. Noice from neighbours. Dirty swimmingpool.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Eric
Feb 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Getting there is half the fun! :-) As others have said, it's up, up, up a mountain, and then down a driveway, plus a lot of steps to the unit. But if you're used to Costa Rican roads, you'll have seen worse. The view is worth it, and so is the incredible waterfall/cave shower. Very romantic for a couple. Be aware that it is TWO units on top of each other, and we were in the bottom unit, but we still had plenty of privacy, peace, and beauty. The restaurants/shops at the bottom of the hill are wonderful...we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tracy
Feb 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed in the Superior Villa/Villa Agalla and the view was beautiful. The property felt secluded and we enjoyed our stay. This villa does need some maintenance, but overall a wonderful week. For example, the shower floor tiles are loose and will stick to to the bottom of your feet. We couldn't use the grill because it is charcoal but the bottom is burned out of it. There is no air conditioned common space, it is all open air. However, the bedrooms are air conditioned for a good nights sleep. If we return to the same area, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Birte
Mar 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Vi var ikke så trygge ved at der var åben fra køkkenet og ud. Intet hegn og ikke så rart at skulle ud for at komme på toilet.
Lidt øv at der løb en mager, sulten kat rundt og miavede hele tiden.
Ellers var det et fantastisk sted