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Vayu Retreat Villas

4.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with a fitness center and spa services

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Exterior
Premium Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar
Exterior
Vayu Retreat Villas overlooks the ocean, offering a peaceful escape. Guests enjoy a complimentary full breakfast, spa treatments, and the outdoor pool. The property features NuRaw Restaurant and in-room WiFi for connectivity.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
3km East off the Costanera Hwy, Tres Ríos, Puntarenas, 60501

What's nearby

  • El Pavón Waterfall - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Ventanas Beach - 16 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Tortuga Beach - 19 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Playa Tortuga - 19 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Uvita Beach - 28 min drive - 16.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Tagua Specialty Coffee - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Real La Costa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Citrus - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Heliconia - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Potz Bistro - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Vayu Retreat Villas

Luxury hotel by the ocean
A coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Vayu Retreat Villas. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at NuRaw Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Beach towels, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • NuRaw Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vayu Retreat Villas Hotel
Vayu Retreat Villas Ciudad Cortés
Vayu Retreat Villas Hotel Ciudad Cortés

Frequently asked questions

Does Vayu Retreat Villas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Vayu Retreat Villas pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Vayu Retreat Villas?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vayu Retreat Villas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vayu Retreat Villas?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vayu Retreat Villas located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Playa Garza, OSA Golf Course, and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands. El Pavón Waterfall and Turtle Beach Street are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Vayu Retreat Villas Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most amazing experience. The owners were so great, beautiful breakfast every morning and a paradise setting. Dinners were so wonderful too. More than exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed my stay here. Every detail has been considered. The room was beautiful, the food was delicious and the staff went above and beyond to make sure every part of our visit was amazing. I will certainly be back the next time I visit Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most beautiful, clean, and peaceful environments we have ever stayed in. Marc was personable, accommodating, and truly made our stay one of the most memorable parts of the trip. A friend and I stayed here for Envision Festival and did not realize it was a 30-minute drive to and from the festival. Marc drove us all the way into Uvita himself one of the days and set up a driver for us who would take us in the morning and pick us up late at night (2 AM sometimes) to get us home safely. Marc served us breakfast and coffee himself every morning and always asked about our day. When we would return to the villa at night we were welcomed home with peaceful music and automatic lights that would turn on to guide us up to our room - where we found our bed made, clothes folded, and towels replenished every day. The property itself is stunningly beautiful. Rafael and Marc truly poured their creative and tasteful style into this jungle oasis and it shows through every detail. There was construction happening on the property while we were there, but it did not interrupt our stay at all, and it seems like it's going to be a great addition! We are excited to come back and would highly recommend Vayu Retreat Villas to anyone looking for a quiet oasis in Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this place. Vayu Retreat is a very charming and quiet mini hotel with only 4 beautiful rooms, a great infinity pool, spacious terrasses to relax and a nice restaurant. The service from Marc is absolutely phenomenal. Everything is done with taste and the place has all the amenities you will need.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic. The owner and chef are the best!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a hidden gem. The owner ralphel is so amazing and talented. He prepares the most delicious meals for you and he is just so attentive to your ever need. The villa is so beautiful and clean.I had an amazing week long stay..I highly recommend this villa to anyone visiting Costa Rica.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time at this beautiful place. Everything is immaculate, host was so friendly, food delicious, so relaxing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vayu was a 2 nights stop for us during our southern cost camping tour. Vayu was everything we expected, beautiful, the shower water pressure was great, the food was great, the staff was friendly and attentive to detail. We definitely recommend this location! Pura Vida

8/10 Good

Anna-Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trevligt och lugnt litet ställe

Lugnt och avslappnande. Väldigt sköna sängar! Vackert inrett. Lite problem med termostaten till duschen som antingen ville bli väldigt varm eller helt kall. Marc och Rafael är fantastiskt gästvänliga, serviceinriktade, hjälpsamma och trevliga.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept and presented. Great owners and staff service. Huge potential for the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect relaxing stay

Fabulous, relaxing stay. Beautiful room with our own rooftop terrace with sun beds and comfy sofas for a relaxing pre dinner drink. Breakfast was excellent. We also had an evening meal which was also excellent. Probably our best meal of our three week stay in Costa Rica. Marc was the perfect host not intrusive but there when ever you needed anything. Perfect way to end our trip
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super séjour!

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Vayu retreat. Marc et Rafael sont passionnés et attentionnés jusque dans les détails. La chambre, les lieux, la piscine, l’accès à la rivière ainsi que le restaurant et les occasionnelles soirées chantantes sont délicieuses. Les plages et autres activités sont à proximité si vous disposez d’un véhicule (recommandé ). Nous ne pouvons que recommander cet endroit si vous recherchez le calme et la douceur de vivre au Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay here! The owners went out of their way to make us feel welcomed and comfortable (during rainy season) and also helped us with booking our next tour destination. Food was excellent, try the avocado toast! We slept so comfortably on the softest sheets in an ambient lit room and the private balcony was great for extra relaxation. I would not stay anywhere else when visiting this area again!

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ozlem

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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