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Hotel Villa Caletas

4.0 star property
Beach resort with a full-service spa and a nearby private beach

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Hotel Villa Caletas offers a tranquil oceanside escape with an art gallery and designer stores. Guests can unwind at the private beach, book spa services, or join yoga classes at the 24-hour health club. Enjoy the poolside bar and complimentary WiFi at this upscale retreat.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | View from room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Deluxe | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Deluxe

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Villa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Junior Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite Superior | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Junior Suite Superior

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 111 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Double

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite Regular | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite Regular

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 91 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Master Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Master Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 122 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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El Barco Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

El Barco Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 260 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian Suite at Zephyr Palace | Living area | LCD TV

Egyptian Suite at Zephyr Palace

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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New World Suite at Zephyr Palace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

New World Suite at Zephyr Palace

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oriental Suite at Zephyr Palace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Oriental Suite at Zephyr Palace

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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The 20s Suite at Zephyr Palace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

The 20s Suite at Zephyr Palace

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 128 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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African Suite at Zephyr Palace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

African Suite at Zephyr Palace

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 129 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Central Pacific 5 miles before Jaco, Tárcoles, Puntarenas, 12358 - 1000

What's nearby

  • Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mantas Beach - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Herradura Beach - 15 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Marina Los Sueños - 16 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 18 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hook Up - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪El Hicaco Grill Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Playa Blanca - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Marisqueria La Ostra - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Villa Caletas

Upscale boutique resort near Marina Los Sueños
A poolside bar, a terrace, and an art gallery on site are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Villa Caletas. With a nearby private beach, free beach cabanas, and beach massages, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a body scrub, a massage, and aromatherapy at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Anfiteatro, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour health club; the property also has designer stores on site, a garden, and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Babysitting (surcharge), wedding services, and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, childcare services, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 for adults and USD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Anfiteatro
  • Mirador

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1992
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 for adults and USD 18 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60000 per vehicle
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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
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; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Villa Caletas
Hotel Villa Caletas Herradura
Villa Caletas
Villa Caletas Herradura
Villa Caletas Hotel
Hotel Villa Caletas Jaco
Villa Caletas Jaco
Villa Caletas
Resort Hotel Villa Caletas Jaco
Jaco Hotel Villa Caletas Resort
Resort Hotel Villa Caletas

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Villa Caletas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Villa Caletas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Villa Caletas?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Villa Caletas?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Villa Caletas?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Villa Caletas provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Villa Caletas located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Tárcoles resort is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Playa Agujas and Playa Bochinche. Playa Limoncito and Mantas Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Hotel Villa Caletas Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 686 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jarryd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most amazing hotel we’ve stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Golan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M Boire

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

Great place to stay

Beautiful setting and spectacular view from our room. The pool is beautiful! The beach is nice, but access to the water is a bit challenging. The service in the restaurant is a bit slow, but not a huge deal, considering the view. All of the food was excellent, as were the cocktails
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views- very serene!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very spacious wish we stayed longer very unique rooms a good distance from town and activities

10/10 Excellent

Anoushka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of this property. The views of the ocean, mountains, and sunsets were truly spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Andres

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is gorgeous, the views are amazing. But: Our sheets had a red stain, it seems like blood. The restaurant is way too expensive, and I'm not saying this blindly, you can tell the food quality is below average. (We are locals, we know what you can buy and how much it costs). We got bread during our lunch, they gave us toasts, and clearly from the day before or who knows when. We order a hamburger and a pita, the bread wasn't totally fresh. The oil used for the French fries was cheap smelly oil, a nightmare for the stomach. We got sick. We order a couple of Aperol Spritz (priced at $24 each, not even in Europe), the proportions and the mix were totally wrong, it was almost all prosecco and was missing enough Aperol. I know this because I make my own drinks, and my best friend is freaking good at it, so we've been studying the recipe for over a year. When I told the waiter about it, he asked me what's wrong, I tried to explain, and when I told him it wasn't properly mixed, he replied back, saying that was normal because of the liquor density... I came out rude saying I wasn't going to argue with him about how to do it, that we wanted a new drink. He insisted on knowing what was wrong or he was going to be charged for it. So that tells me that restaurant is poorly managed, I told him if that was the case then I'll pay them, but he said it was fine, that he already talked to his boss. The restaurant killed it for us, not planning on going back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a private location not close to anything so the traveler must be looking for a place just to relax and enjoy a view. Nice amenities restaurant was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tze yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

muzaffar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views of scenery around. Hallways were dark and reptiles @ night
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY COMFORTABLE!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Lively hotel

One night. Very comfortable. Lovely service at check in, bar and dinner. Food high quality. Although price at higher end, definitely better value than other places we stayed for similar or higher price. Highly recommend if you are looking in this price range.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Everything is 5 star except the food. That gets a 4 star.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is breathtaking. The staff is top notch! Unfortunately the original hiking trail was closed due to the country’s struggle to get back to normal after the pandemic. Transportation into town is costly so it’s best to rent a vehicle if you can. Property not recommended for small children.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Second time I stayed here. The first time was at the castle and this time at the villas on the opposite side. Very peaceful. The fellows that work at the pool and restaurant are wonderful. Very friendly and being I am an amateur photographer, they were quick to get my attention as to the best spots to find beautiful birds and other creatures around the grounds. And yes, I will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Arina

The exterior is charming, but the rest is very average. If you have sophisticated taste and pay attention to details you would be disappointed. Didn’t worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a five star hotel in my book. The property is beautiful, the staff are extremely helpful and friendly, the food and service at the restaurant are top notch. We celebrated our anniversary there and moved tables twice. Once we moved away from a table with small children that was noisy. Then we moved again to be inside. Once inside the temp was still warm so they turned on the AC for us. There only concern was our comfort and experience at their hotel. Hotels of comparable price, in the states would never do this. It was an amazing stay and we plan to return there for a longer stay for our 10th anniversary.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Donald

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs remodeling

This hotel is in decline. the first night we ordered room service and the meals came an hour later and my food had little ants crawling on it. I called the restaurant and they said “No, that is the black wild rice in the meal” I said “We’ll, my rice learned to walk then.” The jacuzzi had most of the control buttons broken, out of date outlets that were hard to plug into, old light fixtures in the rooms etc. The views are amazing but the hotel is just run down and needs some attention.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room -Ocean view Splendid hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
The rooms are pretty dirty and old. But outside of that, everything else on the property is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The quality of the service has dramatically decrease. The staff at the receptions are not locals and their knowledge of the hospitality world is null, this was the worst check in and check out process. Not long ago, this was one of the best boutique hotels in Puntarenas. The place is beautiful, the staff seems they don’t care their job. The restaurant is expensive and they are not willing to make small changes in the menu even if the price is 4x what you will pay on average in any other place. Enjoy the view, don’t expect a good treatment from their staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

HAIYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
property is amazing. Yet staff are arrogant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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