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Hotel Vista de Olas

3.0 star property
Tuscan-style hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds | Living room
Fishing

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Deluxe Villa | Balcony view

Deluxe Villa

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Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed

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Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

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Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 79 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Villa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Deluxe Villa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Villa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 52 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Deluxe Villa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

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Vista De Olas, Mal Pais, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 5361

What's nearby

  • Carmen Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playa Mal País - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Cocal Beach - 19 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Hermosa Beach - 24 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Carmen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Roastery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Vista de Olas

Hotel in the mountains
At Hotel Vista de Olas, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. Active travelers can enjoy surfing/body boarding, snorkeling, and cycling at this hotel. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a facial, and a manicure/pedicure at Pura Paz, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, kayaking, and boat tours. In addition to a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Private yards, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Katsumi
  • Sunset Bar
  • Sunset Launge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free extra futon
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Vista Olas Mal Pais Cobano, Puntarenas
Hotel Vista Olas Cobano
Vista Olas Mal Pais Cobano, Puntarenas
Vista Olas Cobano
Hotel Vista Olas Mal Pais
Vista Olas Mal Pais
Vista De Olas Mal Pais
Hotel Vista De Olas Costa Rica/Mal Pais
Hotel Vista de Olas
Hotel Vista de Olas Hotel
Hotel Vista de Olas Cóbano
Hotel Vista de Olas Hotel Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Vista de Olas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Vista de Olas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Vista de Olas?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Vista de Olas?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Vista de Olas?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Vista de Olas provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–8:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 35 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Vista de Olas located?

Situated in the mountains, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carmen Beach and Playa Mal País. Santa Teresa Beach is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Hotel Vista de Olas Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING PLACE, Amazing location, Roger was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking view from infinity pool wirh pool side bar. Very friendly staffand good vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so quite and peaceful, love it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

arnaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay at Vistas de Olas for holiday Great view from Hillside onto Santa Teresa Nice and friendly staff

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and hosts. A definite must see!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was amazing, the extra care to make us feel comfortable was really nice. Attention to cleanliness was so nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, spectacular view, above the hustle and bustle of beach towns yet very close and convenient to the amazing beaches in the area. The staff makes it even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible stay at Vista de Olas in Mal Pais, which offers stunning views of the Pacific coastline. We were welcomed with warm hospitality by Roger, the owner, and his friendly staff. Roger made it a point to check in with us daily, ensuring that we had everything we needed and that we were enjoying our stay. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The infinity pool was undoubtedly a highlight of our stay. The views from the pool were breathtaking, especially during sunset. We loved relaxing there in the evenings. We also appreciated the hotel’s eco-friendly approach, primarily powered by solar energy.Overall, we had a fantastic stay at this eco-friendly hotel. The combination of stunning views, excellent service, and a commitment to sustainability made it a memorable experience.

8/10 Good

Jörg

Very nice boss. Excelently positioned. Food expensive. Drinks bad. Not very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quite place to stay. We were in a separate bungalow that had a view of the ocean. Very interesting design of the room. Shower was inside and outside the bungalow. And we also had a little deck with the table to sit and watch sunset. Pool area also serves as breakfast area is very nice. A little walk up the hill. But the view is stunning. Very quite and we found a family of monkeys living right outside the hotel. We stayed for 2 nights. Breakfast was very good. Cooked per order. And juice was super delicious and fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Ein traumhafter Aufenthalt im Vista de Olas

Super Aussicht vom Pool. Einen perfekten Gastgeber mit Roger. Wir hatten eine recht große Villa und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Zum Strand runter kann man laufen oder mit dem Auto fahren. Der Strand ist super und zum surfen ist es wohl eins der besten Surfspots in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Gilles

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Fredric

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Clara

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family running this villa was amazing to meet and deal with, they have you covered for anything you might like to do and you won’t meet better people anywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
De, esas experiencias que uno empieza a planear como regresar sin haber salido de el hotel... 👌👌
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Highly Recommended

Amazing. The owner Roger and his family have created a one of a kind, laid back, quality establishment that leaves you feeling taken care of and at home. A comfortable place where you can relax and do your thing. They arranged transportation for us, set up massages in our room, and took care of any question or concern we had. Roger's son's Swen and Michael own a local surf shop (Tico Brothers). We took multiple surf lessons with them and Anthony (their other instructor). Hands down, everyone at Vista De Olas, made our experience one of the best we've ever had. Our villa had an outdoor bathroom where we could watch hummingbirds, blue jays and hear the sounds of the ocean. Quiet and restful at night. The sunsets at the pool are a thing of wonder. As has been noted in previous reviews, the pool is open to the public from sunset until about 8 pm. We found this to be a really cool aspect because it provides a sense of community with locals and other travelers. You get to meet people from all over the world and locals who live in the area at the same time. All in all we had a great stay and will definitely be back again as soon as we can. - Jon and Melanie
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the best time here. There are under 10 rooms here, and during the day the place is so quiet, and there is such a wonderful feel. The owner and manager is as nice and friendly as can be. And, the grounds are gorgeous. The staff is wonderful, and the atmosphere is heavenly
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view, the pool, the food, the room, it was all perfect.True luxury in total beauty. And, just far enough from the hustle and bustle of Santa Teresa.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

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

Beautiful views

Beautiful place to stay with my teenage daughter. We had a great time in the infinity pool, taking surf lessons and zip lining!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019