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Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location

Condo with a water park, near Coco Beach

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Dining
Villa Dolce Vita offers a serene retreat amidst lush greenery and mountains views, with a swimming pool just steps away. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen, A/C in each room, and 24 hour security on site for ultimate comfort. With free parking and Wi-Fi available throughout the complex.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location

Welcome to Villa Dolce Vita — Your Peaceful Retreat in Guanacaste!

Just 30 minutes from Liberia Airport and 4 minutes from Playa del Coco, this renovated 700 sq. ft. condo is ideally located only 900 meters from award-winning Ocotal Beach — a clean, sheltered gem with tidal "lagunas" perfect for kids. Unlike noisy fishing villages, here you'll enjoy peace and quiet, surrounded only by birds and howler monkeys.

The Space:
This fully renovated condo (2022) features:

Two bedrooms (sleeps 4):

Master bedroom: Queen bed, private WC

Guest bedroom: Two twin beds, private WC

Fully equipped kitchen

Air conditioning in each room

Ceiling fans & hotel-style safe

Swimming pool & lush mountain views

What You’ll Enjoy:
Guests of Villa Dolce Vita in La Colina complex have access to:

24-hour security

Free parking

Free Wi-Fi

5 shared swimming pools

Beautiful, green surroundings

Abundant Guanacaste wildlife

Safe swimming & Costa Rica’s best snorkeling spots

Outstanding sport fishing & scuba diving nearby

Relaxed sunbathing, away from the party scene of Coco

Electricity Policy:
Rental includes an electricity allowance of $25 per week. Usage above this limit is charged at $0.18 per kWh and deducted from the security deposit. Meter readings are recorded at check-in and check-out to ensure transparency. This helps us encourage responsible energy use
while keeping rental costs low for everyone.

Other Things to Note:
Dozens of non-touristy Pacific beaches are within a 0.5–1.5 hour drive!

Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity includes many animals, birds, reptiles, and insects. Occasionally, friendly geckos, ants, or spiders may stop by — part of the true Pura Vida nature experience. This is not a sign of poor cleanliness but a reality of tropical living.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/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)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Rental includes $25/week electricity. Extra use at $0.15/kWh, deducted from deposit. Meter readings at check-in/out.
PLEASE: Avoid making LOUD NOICE between 10 pm and 8 am Max. 4 guests allowed at any time during their stay. Do NOT wash sand remains in the shower
Please switch off lights, AC or any other electrical appliances when you go out. NO compensation will be given for temp. outage of electricity, water

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Be aware of Government restrictions-Pools, Beaches

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Be aware of Government restrictions-Pools, Beaches
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Playa Ocotal 12 Min. Walk 2BR Condo Villa Dolce Vita
Playa Ocotal, 14 min. walk, 2BR condo Villa Dolce Vita, Coco
Playa Ocotal, 14 min. walk, 2BR condo Villa Dolce Vita, Condo

About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Del Coco, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Ocotal Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Coco Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Playa Potrero - 48 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 53 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zi Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coconutz Brewhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Father Rooster - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bar El Ancla - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soda Teresita - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ocotal Beach and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Playa Ocotal 2BR Condo – Walk to Beach, Pools, A/C, Quiet Location Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Basecamp

Great location. Nice pools. Close to a bunch of different beaches. 24 hour security guard is a plus. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maylie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

The condo is exactly as described in the listing. Check in was extremely easy and communication was great. The beach and Father Rooster were a little further than expected but definitely walkable. We had a great stay and felt very safe with the 24 hour guard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach, pools are clean and maintained well

Basic rental close to Ocotol Beach, Great location, 6 different pools to enjoy, all maintained. Safe. Close to Coco for anything you may need.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jörg H.

Tropical Paradise

The Condo is very nice and clean! The place has everything you need. We were there with our two children (ages 3 and 4), which had a lot of fun at the pools of the area and at panama beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N., Toronto, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We just keep on coming back!

We have stayed in Villa Dolce Vita 3 additional time before staying in this unit. We found everything we needed all within a comfortable atmosphere. Close to parking and a short stroll to the pool! Lovely!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as advertised

Magnificent property in a magical land. The property had everything needed for a wonderful stay. There was a problem with a very noisy dog in the unit directly underneath but that is more a failing with property management. We would happily return
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G., Florissant, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

It was a great place!! Very cute and very quiet area. Natalia was great with communicating with me and very quick at responding. Rose her property manager was a wonderful person and very helpful as well. Having the security service made us feel safe!! We are planning on returning some day and would definitely rent this cute little condo! Thank you so much Natalia for renting to us on such a short notice, due our other VRBO owner had to cancel on us last minute due an electricity issue!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved this condo

We stayed here for 5 night and wished we could have stayed longer. It was very comfortable for my husband, my 20 year old daughter, and me. We didn’t rent a car, but could easily walk around. Playa Ocotal is a few minutes walk away and has a tiny store on the way. Playa del Coco is further, but we walked to it several times. There’s a small store that has everything, on the way to Coco. If you want to buy a bunch of things, there’s a supermarket in Coco and it’s easy to take a taxi or Uber home. We loved the condo because it was pretty quiet. We enjoyed coffee on the deck and the pools. There’s a lot of pools on the property and you’re allowed to use them. We only used two, but used them everyday in the evening after a long day. I would stay here again. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

cote L., Québec

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Décembre

La villa est très bien situé, sécuritaire avec un stationnement et accès a une piscine infinité. Elle est a proximité de plusieurs plages du pacifique et restaurants je l'a recommande.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

This wonderful condo community is the perfect alternative to staying in a busy hotel. it had everything my friend and I needed. Two bedrooms, enough to accomodate 4 people if need be and each room has it's own full bathroom. The complex is full of expats who are friendly and helpful. We arrived right at the beginning of the rainy season (we saw no rain) so it was very quiet and we were usually the only ones in our pool of which there are 6. It is in Ocotal 5 min drive, or 15 min walk from the beach and a 10 min drive to Coco Beach and the main strip if you are looking for more excitement. The owner and property manager were super to deal with and returned any messages literally within minutes. So many things to do in the area or within a short drive. Highly recommend and will definitely try to rebook if we return to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely fantastic!

We loved our stay! The condo was clean, perfectly sized, great location… can’t wait to go back
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Off the Beaten Path

This is a nice two bedroom apartment about an 8 minute drive through a very non-touristy area to the main road in Coco. The property is nice, security is great and the pool is wonderful. Unfortunately, our stay was somewhat marred by a serious ant infestation in the apartment that was more than what is typical is Costa Rica. We felt uncomfortable and departed early as a result. This was nobody's fault and I trust the owner will arrange to have them properly eliminated. No compensation was offered by the owner. Other than that, if you don't mind being off the beaten path, this is a quiet, clean, air-conditioned apartment with a pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Courtney V., Harrah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica is Heaven on Earth

Nice, quiet, safe place to stay. No television, but I didn't mind. There were a few ants in the bathrooms but didn't have any bite me. Again, didn't bother me or the stay at all. Would stay again. Oh, and Tito really is the greatest! Very friendly and always helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica Adventure

We enjoyed 2 beautiful weeks visiting Costa Rica recently. The 2 bedroom 2 bath condo was perfectly located for exploring the Guanacaste region. We arrived early in the morning after traveling all night and Tito the property manager was there to greet us. The condo was easy to find and well appointed. We had everything we needed. Tito was easy to reach during our stay and happy to answer many questions we had about the area. We walked early every morning to the beach and made it back to the condo with plenty of time to enjoy a swim and have a nice breakfast before we started out to explore for the day. Thank you so much Natalia for accommodating our early arrival, we look forward to a future visit and hope your place will be available. We loved it!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Condo

Great condo in small condo group with own pool. All the people, mostly Canadians, were very friendly. Condo itself was very clean and had everything we needed. Only complaint, very minor, was the couch pillows were a bit hard on my back.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Hanover. Minnesota USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February 10 - 17, 2020

Really enjoyed our stay in Costa Rica. The property is clean and staff is helpful. The security was also a welcome add which gave us comfort. The neighbors are insightful and friendly. We would definitely return and also pass along a recommendation for this property. Thank you for allowing such a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Adrian W.

Beatiful and clean

This was my first trip to Costa Rica, it was a beautiful stay. The complex was very clean and welcoming. We met a lot of lovely people and we look forward to our next visit. We hope to stay in the same place again. The condo owners were super helpful, gave lots of tips and advice. The other owners/guests and property manager in the complex were really helpful and nice, everyone were always happy to help. Our first visit was incredible and we were sad to leave and are excited for our next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Custer, SD, USA G., Minneapolis, MN

Nice place!

The apartment is really nice and the area is very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

All you need for a relaxing holiday at good value.

The property was excellent and very clean. If you want total relaxation this is the place. Having the WiFi was a real plus. We enjoyed the pool and neighbours. It is a short $4.00 taxi ride into town or a 40 minute walk. The local beach is about a 15 minute walk in the 90 degree heat of March and shorter when cooler. I had to stop in the shade along the way. A nice stop on the way is Bobo’s Restaurant and hotel. We are seniors and look for comfort. Unfortunately the living room furniture is not very comfortable but the poolside furniture was great. The porch chairs were too hard to sit in as well. A nice addition would have been a floor fan for the bedroom and then we wouldn’t have used the A/C as much.

6/10 Okay

David C.

Villa dolce vita la colina

The condo was well kept, clean, and comfortable. It is in a well maintained and friendly complex.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katee G.

Great, relaxing vacation spot!

We had a wonderful time and loved the complex. My children enjoyed trying out all of the pools and snorkeling at the nearby beaches. Natalia was very responsive and helpful! Tito helped arrange transportation and anything else we needed. We did not realize beforehand that there is not air conditioning in the kitchen/ living area so it was pretty warm in there since temperatures were 100 degrees during our stay. On cooler days I'm sure it would be fine since you do get a nice breeze. The air conditioners in the bedrooms worked great! We enjoyed being away from the busy town of Coco but able to go into town when needed. We walked to Ocotal beach and loved snorkeling there and eating at Father Roosters. Also had a great time snorkeling at Playa Penca, the small white sand beach just north of Playas del Coco. Everyone at the complex was very nice and friendly. Thank you for your hospitality Natalia! We would certainly love to come again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ross R.

Nice comfortable condo.

We loved how this condo was not right in coco which made for quiet evenings to relax after days filed with hiking and scuba diving. Close enough to walk to town and the beach. Great pool. Tito was awesome and very helpful with our stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2017