Come to Tamarindo, Costa Rica and stay at our beautiful condo which features breathtaking sunsets and wonderful views of Tamarindo and Playa Grande Beaches. You can relax on your own private terrace with BBQ grill, and have an acquaintance pass you a cool beverage from the pass through granite hosting bar. Cook some wonderful meals at your own fully equipped kitchen and the local markets are minutes away.
The bedrooms all have views of the ocean and the master bedroom contains its own private terrace. Both bedrooms have brand new orthopedic queen size mattresses. The second bedroom also has a sleeper sofa for an extra guest.
The master bath as well as the main bath contain large marble and glass showers. Every room also contains air conditioning units and ceiling fans.
The condo is very private and peaceful, as it has no common walls. There is a large grassed area in front of the private terrace, which is great for children. The condo is on a large hill which provides excellent views and some great nature walks.
We have a beautiful oversized free form pool, which is meticulously cleaned and is usually very quiet. The condo has easy access to mango, papaya and banana trees; there is also a group of howler monkeys that live close by.
Our condo is very safe with 24/7 security, and located in a gated community with a friendly night guard. We have private parking, High Speed Internet (WiFi included), DVD/Blu-ray player, T.V’s in each room and a washer & dryer.
Come enjoy beautiful Tamarindo at a great price with great accommodations. Join the Adventure. Pura Vida.
Keywords: Condominium, Adventure, Ocean View, Great Value.
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About the area
Tamarindo
Located in Tamarindo, this condo is in the city centre and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park 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 cycling and hiking nearby.
Tamarindo, Guanacaste
What's nearby
Tamarindo Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
Playa Langosta - 12 min drive - 3.2 km
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 39 min drive - 16.1 km
Conchal Beach - 42 min drive - 21.9 km
Getting around
Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Brisa Mar - 13 min walk
Tamaonda - 16 min walk
Medusa Bar - 16 min walk
Sol Bakery - 14 min walk
Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Great Escape, Ocean Views! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Great Escape, Ocean Views!?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Escape, Ocean Views! on 9 May, 2026 start from S$209, including 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 Great Escape, Ocean Views! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Great Escape, Ocean Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Great Escape, Ocean Views!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great Escape, Ocean Views!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Great Escape, Ocean Views! located?
Located in the heart of Tamarindo, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Was able to see ocean from condo including beautiful sunsets. Located in easy walking distance to beach and central taramindo. Condo is nice but a bit dated. Kitchen was well stocked but I didn’t see beach chairs as advertised and other common things like beachTowels and soap were not included. Pool was nice. Overall had a very nice stay
We were very happy with our selection of the property. Our host Kim was easy to connect with if we required anything she made sure our needs were met. The property itself was located up on the hill and we had a birdsview of the ocean. and the sail boats evry time of the day. The cleaning staff were on schedule every time they had to clean and were courtesy and professional in our interactions with them. We really enjoyed the use of the BBQ every day sitting on our balcony overlooking the swimming pool and the ocean.Having the washer/dryer in our condominium was also a great feature. All in all we rated the property and host Kim as a 5 star. Highly recommended.
Monte Perla did not disappoint. As this was a return visit we were knowledgeable about the unit, condo and area.Kim is exceptional in clear and quick communication. The town certainly has expanded and this afforded us the opportunity to visit areas and local establishments thay didnt exist prior.We caught up with old friends and made new!
Beautiful, clean Condo. Had everything we needed..great location. Close to beach, the strip, supermarket, dry safe and secure, pool was very clean, well maintained, staff were very helpful, would definitely stay here again.
Catharine M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rick P.
24 Jan, 2019
Nice condo, little far for walk to beach
Very nice condo. Access road to beach or town a little far to walk, but nice quiet location with nice pool area.
Rick P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thanks for leaving a review of your recent stay. It's great to hear that you enjoyed the condo. We find that access to the beach via Witch's Rock Surf Camp takes us approx. 5 mins with our baby jogger stroller from the condo. Great spot to sit with lounge chairs and lifeguards present.
Our condo had a great view. We did not have a car and it was a long walk uphill to the condo from town.
jayne c.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed the views. We love them too!!
Archival
8/10 Good
Shannon N.
6 Apr, 2016
Stunning views, great pool, effective floor plan, large windows and great outdoor eating area
We enjoyed our stay in this complex and would recommend it to others. The pool is a lovely oasis, sheltered from the hubbub of a bustling, fun tourist town. It was so nice to be up on this hill to enjoy the ocean breeze and take in the sunsets. I had a six month old baby at this location and found the layout to be good for naps without having to tiptoe around. I would highly recommend this place on the basis of the fair and professional owners and management; they are dependable and trustworthy, something that is the most critical in renting a VRBO.
Shannon N.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our condo and the layout worked perfectly for your family. If you wish to stay with us again in the future please accept a 20% discount off your stay.
The condo was perfect for us. Very clean, quiet and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the view of the ocean and sitting on the patio every morning and evening. It was great. My only comment was walking back from town and up the hill to the condo. The hill is short but fairly steep and walking up in the heat can be an issue for some. We rented a small UTV for a couple days and that worked out great. Also gave us the ability to do some more exploring of Tamarindo.
We liked this place. A little bit dated but comfortable. We noticed that other units online in the same complex that were updated were more expensive so this was just fine with us. Pool was excellent and a lot of time we had it to ourselves. This and area around complex was well maintained. It is a gated complex. A few have complained about the hill and indeed it is good workout in the heat but very nice to jump in pool after. Close to downtown area and beach. Beds were good. A/C kept us cool. Kitchen had just about everything needed. Nice to sit on patio as well as it was shielded from most of the sun by some bushes unlike many of the upper units where you could not sit during the day. All in all we were happy with our stay. Kim was very responsive and great to deal with if we had questions. We recommend this property!
We really enjoyed our stay, the beautiful sunset views, the lush landscaping and uncrowded pool.
The cleaning was extremely thorough and the place is well equipped with all you may need for your stay.
Having a golf cart makes it a lot easier to get to and from the property since it’s up a steep hill.
The condo is more outdated than would be expected from the pictures - there is a little water damage in the main bathroom. We also had two incidences of cockroaches showing up in the main bathroom - not unusual in Costa Rica climate but still not enjoyable ;) The management company was responsive and they were generous enough to let us stay late on our last day, which was huge for us!
Overall, we really enjoyed it and would come back again!
Linda S.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Donna M.
19 Mar, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disappointed
Frankly the place is dated and tired. We were surprised that the linens for the beds were worn and bath towels were old, frayed and stained. We reported bugs, sliding door lock was broken, a/c made an horrible noise and the safe was not working. The property manager sent out a repairman who fixed the a/c but stated the slider needed to be replaced and thought the safe was a battery issue but upon further inspection it was determined it just wasn’t working. The Pool area was subpar. The loungers were worn and some of which were broken. We experienced an ant situation at the pool.
We are a group of 4 mature adults and we stayed at this property for 3 weeks in February 2023. This property was everything we needed and more. The view alone was worth it. We spent many evenings on the balcony watching the spectacular sunsets over the ocean. The condo is equipped with everything you need for cooking your own meals, or like us, you can take advantage of the many restaurants within walking distance. With the exception of a few excursions, we walked everywhere and appreciated the exercise allowing us to enjoy eating whatever we wanted without the guilt. The hill up to the condo was a challenge at first, but we grew to enjoy the extra exercise especially after a fabulous meal. The grounds of the complex were very well maintained by management and is very quiet. We often had the pool to ourselves but also met some wonderful guests and locals living at Monte Perla. The management team at Marlin Del Rey were exceptional and always available to assist with all our needs. Mileni from the office was so kind and she even offered us her scooter to run up the hill to get something. We declined, but she always had a smile for us. Corresponding with Jeff was always easy, and he was helpful in arranging transportation to and from the airport. We can't say enough about our hosts, Kim and Ryan, who were always quick to respond to any queries and concerns. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us. We would definitely stay here again.
Alanna G.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023
Archival
4/10 Poor
Sheila H.
30 Dec, 2015
Our experience was lacking.
When we arrived, one of the bedroom air conditioners was not working. (The thermostat was set on 59 so I new immediately it had not been working for the previous occupant). Since it was 92 during the day and 82 at night an AC is a requirement for sleeping. Ultimately my husband and I had sleep in the air conditioned den on a small lumpy sofa bed (with our feet dangling off) for the first 3 days. The local property manager wouldn't return calls so we had to reach out to the owners to finally get it fixed on the third day. I was informed it's a part-time venture for the local property manager, so I guess it's not a priority. The owners verbally offered a price adjustment, but it never materialized past the talk stage.
Overall the condo needs a $1000 refresh with paint repair, drapes, door adjustments, baseboards, etc. The complex is also getting tired and needs a help to repair some of the cracked steps, standing water, dead landscape, cracking walls, etc. Five years ago this might have been an A+ property, but now it's time to handle some maintenance items.
There were some other issues with the cookstove and one of the toilets, but I think you get the idea.
On the plus side it has the best water pressure we've ever encounter and lots of hot water.
Sheila H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the review, it is unfortunate that you did not enjoy your experience. We have three separate air conditioning units in our condo, one unit in our master bedroom stopped working at the time of the guest’s arrival. We stayed at our unit shortly before this tenants arrival, with no bookings in between our stay and this tenants stay, and we had the air conditioner in the bedroom repaired during our stay. Unfortunately, the repair did not last, and once this guest notified us, we immediately had taken efforts to replace the a/c unit in the bedroom. Both bedrooms in the condo have brand new air conditioners installed and work very well.
We have spoken to our property manager, who has a physical location and has a number of employee’s who are available to deal with any concerns, who was unaware of this guests calls which were not returned. We apologize if any calls were not returned as we expect and strive for good communication with all of our guests to ensure their needs are reasonably met. At any time we can be contacted by phone or email. I personally spoke with these guests a number of times during their stay and believe their concerns were dealt with promptly and reasonably. Unfortunately, it did take longer then we liked to replace the air conditioner as we were contacted on a Saturday night, and the replacement a/c could not be installed until Monday morning.
Our Condo building is undergoing seasonal repairs that don’t typically happen until the start of the dry season. The rainy season has just ended, and there was some wear and tear caused by the Costa Rica rain that was unusually late this year.
Thank you again for your feedback, we have taken notes about your concerns as we strive to make it a comfortable stay for all of our guests!
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Steven F.
27 Jul, 2024
Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Beautiful View; Lots of problems
The view is gorgeous. The pool is fantastic and clean. The kitchen has older appliances, but is well equipped. The 3 AC units were effective.
During the month long stay, we were told to reach the property manager via Whatsapp. We then found out that he wasn't checking Whatsapp and we were told this wasn't the best way to reach him (he was in the US, not Costa Rica). The Catamaran company he runs told us that the two companies are completely separate and they could not make any decisions about things requiring repairs without his approval, which often required long delays.
The repairs required included: 1) AC unit in living room that dripped water and stopped working, 2) main toilet that ran continuously, 3) guest toilet that leaked and needed a complete replacement, 4) no hot water, 5) sliding glass door that would not close, 6) grill that doesn't work. 1-5 were eventually fixed.
When the person fixed the first AC unit, it was found not only that the filters had not been cleaned in a very long time, but a nest of cockroaches had set up shop. When I asked for the other two AC units to be checked, they found the filters were similarly filthy, but these could not be cleaned until the property manager approved (which he never did).
There is black mold above the dryer and possibly above the shower in the main bathroom. Getting up the hill to the condo is extremely difficult, at least in the rainy season. Finally, the cleaning crew, while kind, don't actually clean.
Steven F.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2024
Thank you for the review. I am sorry you were dissatisfied with our unit. While I don't agree with your characterization of our unit, I note that we addressed all issues promptly when notified. I am sorry to hear of your dissatisfaction with the cleaning crew, In order to address your concerns I will need more details. Please feel free to send me a message so that we can address any issues. The cleaning crew take great pride in providing a pleasant experience for guests. I hope you enjoyed your time in Costa Rica.
Archival
8/10 Good
D S.
1 Jan, 2017
Quiet location with amazing views
We stayed at Monte Perla #1 Dec. 20-29th 2016. The condo had just been repainted, there were new mattresses on the beds, new linens, curtains, etc. Had amazing sleeps!! Having 3 air conditioners (each bedroom and living room) was great as everyone liked a different temperature for sleeping. As we were 4 (2 adults, 9 year old and 15 year old) our teenager decided to sleep on the hide-a -bed which he found fine. We were able to prepare our own meals without any issues. There were many pots and pans that were in good condition, the kitchen was clean. We enjoyed viewing the sunsets from our patio - it is a truly amazing view being up on the hill looking out on the ocean. We spent many hours at the pool with our kids in the late afternoon. It was very clean with lounge chairs to enjoy either the sun or shade. They cleaned the pool daily. As it is a smaller complex the pool area is quiet. It was nice not being on the main street. You could not hear all the noise from the clubs and concerts that were going on. It was a nice walk, no more than 5 minutes to the beach and shops. We did work up a sweat coming back up the hill in the afternoon heat, but the pool or a "refreshing" drink took care of that. The supermarkets are very close by to get groceries. The owners were in contact by e-mail making sure everything was up to par. A small issue with a blocked condenser hose on the air conditioner was dealt with within a couple of hours by the property management. The owners also followed up with us to ensure again that it was corrected to our satisfaction. The building is well constructed, you do not hear any other people from the other units. It appears to be maintained well, there is onsite security during the night and it is gated. The safe in the condo worked well and held everything we needed - just remember the code needs to be 6 digits long! The closet in the master bedroom was very large and there are dressers in the bedrooms. The washer and dryer were great to have! We have stayed in many rental properties and this property met our expectations and is priced fairly. We would not hesitate to rent again! We had Christmas dinner at Pangas restaurant - amazing and classy being on the beach - walking distance from the condo towards the estuary.
D S.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your kind feedback after your recent stay in our unit at Monte Perla.
We are delighted to note that you had a pleasant experience and appreciate your valuable feedback on our upgrades and amenities as well as our prompt service should an issue arise.
Thank you once again for your review and we are looking forward to welcoming you on your next stay with us.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
6 Jan, 2026
Liked: Location
Belle place ! Condo spacieux! Bien localisé mais quand meme une bonne marche avec côte! Climatisation, bbq, piscine!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us! The hill provides a good workout and even better views :)
Lo unico malo fue que queda en una subida empinada y toma su ttiempo subir.Lo positivo, quitado de bulla por que esta lejos de los restaurantes con bulla-
We loved our stay at Monte Perla. The view from the condo was great. We ate lots of meals on our patio overlooking the ocean. Yes there is about a 10 minute hike back up the hill but we enjoyed the exercise and always jumped in the pool to cool off when we returned.
This property is very quiet, safe and staff is friendly.
Joanne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denny k.
12 Mar, 2019
VERY CLEAN, GREAT VIEW, CLOSE TO ALL THE ACTION, WONDERFUL STAY
The place is very roomy with 2 baths and 2 bedrooms. three A/C kept the place cool on the hottest days. Our daily routine included sitting on the patio, drinking wine and eating snacks and watching the sunsets, which were gorgeous. Kitchen is well equipped, we ate many meals there. only 13 or so units in the building, very quiet and peaceful. if you don't mind short walk to the beach, this the place for you. if you have a car as we did, you can easily drive down the hill and park and walk across the street to the beach and our favorite place to watch the sunset, volcano brewing Kim, the owner is a very good host, providing best restaurants and attractions by EM. I bothered her with many questions by e mail and she graciously always answered quickly and kindly, very nice host., we enjoyed our 11 days here. you won't regret it book it while you can
Denny k.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Millie F.
11 Feb, 2019
Disappointing!!!!
We can't begin to explain our disappointment in our vacation rental. The first thing that stood out was the odour upon entering....fans and air conditioning should have been running and condo ready for our arrival. Some furniture, curtain rods and lamps were broken and old and looked like they had been purchased at a lawn sale. The linens were tattered, holed or stained. Bathmat was ripped.
We had to clean some of the pots and pans before using. There were tortilla chips and rice scattered on the shelf above the stove. Perhaps that's why we found 2 cockroaches and many big red ants which according to the manager, is normal for being on a ground floor unit. We kept all our food in the fridge or microwave to prevent further problems.
The safe didn't work and we only discovered by reading a previous review that you need a 6 digit code, not a 3-6 digit code like it stated on the safe. Upon moving dresser to get something that fell behind, we discovered an old pair of underwear...thereby telling us that the cleaning service does not clean properly.
Toilet in the master bedroom was terribly stained and it ran constantly. We fixed it ourselves as we did the patio sliding door lock.
I did contact the manager twice in the first 2 days to have issues resolved and Dennis, a wonderful and helpful handyman came to fix what he could. But most of the issues with this condo cannot be addressed in a day or two. We were embarassed to have our friends come to stay.
I could go on and on with various other things. There are a few positives....pool is nice and cleaned twice/day and the staff were friendly...it is a quiet area to relax but the hill is quite steep to walk from downtown/beach.
We viewed another unit in the same building and the difference was like night and day!!!
If this is how you prepare a rental unit for people's vacation, then you are not holding up your end of the agreement. We paid in good faith and found that the condo did not live up to our expectations after viewing the advertised photographs.
Millie F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you for expressing your concerns. I am sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your experience. We value all of our guests and hope that everyone enjoys their stay. I would like to address some of your comments. I am sorry that you experienced a mildew smell upon your arrival. Costa Rica has a tropical climate, and it is not uncommon that when a condo has been unoccupied there may be a slight mildew smell. Fortunately, once the a/c is on this quickly goes away. In the past we have not kept our a/c on before our guests arrive as energy costs are quite high. Our unit is cleaned regularly, including before and after each of our guests stay. Our furniture is not broken and has not been purchased from a lawn sale, and we question why you have felt this was the case. Our listing contains pictures of the furniture and they are all still in the same shape as in the photos. However, we do have a new TV in the living room that is not in the pictures. As far as we are aware (we stayed in Nov) our linens are not tattered, stained, or full of holes. We have a large amount of linens in our linen closest. We are saddened to hear that you had to wash any pots and pans. Cleanliness is very important to us and we wish to ensure that our guests are met with the same standards. Were sorry you seen a cockroach, our unit is located on the ground floor and while we have seals under our entrance door, unfortunately in Costa Rica bugs can be an issue at any location. When these guests complained on arrival of the mildew smell our property manager promptly sent over cleaners, unfortunately the guests refused to let them in. The guests immediately asked to be moved to another unit. Unfortunately this was not possible as we don’t have another unit. When we attempted to follow up with the guests we received no response. Due to the nature of this review I feel its important to state that the first day the guests arrived we received 12 complaints about various issues, most of which are not named in the review. For ex. the light switch and fan were not working (which was user error), and that a storage ottoman hinge had loose screws, which we tightened. Unfortunately, we were unable to please this guest and after receiving the initial complaints we braced for this review. We don’t wish to question the guest or their experience, however, as you can see from our other reviews, this review is an unfortunate anomaly.