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Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool

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At Los Almendros, an upscale beachfront development in Playa Ocotal, experience the ultimate retreat with 3 swimming pools and direct access to a stunning Blue Flag beach. Relax on your private patio overlooking the ocean or take advantage of snorkeling equipment and cruiser bicycles to explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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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.

Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included

Spend your day at the “Blue Flag” beach, by one of three pools or take an excursion to one of the many adventures available. We do our best to make it easy for all our guests.
Los Almendros is an upscale, beachfront development on Playa Ocotal's northern shore. This modern gated community has 43 privately owned condominiums and 24 hour security. It is the only development right on Ocotal beach. The development has 3 swimming pools, 2 outdoor barbecues and a covered gazebo. Condo 42 is the end unit on Los Almendros' premium front row. The condo's rear patio is located directly above a small tropical forest. The patio has a beautiful ocean view. It also provides nature lovers an excellent vantage point to observe many colourful birds, howler monkeys, and other amazing wildlife living in the trees below. It is a short 2 minute walk down the hill from the condo to Ocotal Beach.

Our condo is rated as one of Los Almendros' superior rental units. This condo is Los Almendros' most popular and best equipped two bedroom unit. We offer many extras to our guests that enable them to have a more memorable and relaxing vacation:
1) Beautiful ocean view
2) Very quiet and private. No condos above or below. No passing auto traffic
3) Screened rear patio with overhead fan and light
4) 55 inch QLED flat screen Smart television, dvd player and bluetooth music speaker
5) 32 inch smart tv in master bedroom and second bedroom.
6) Well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar
7) Tastefully decorated with art and pottery
8) Three independently controlled split level A/C units (living room, and both bedrooms)
9) Hermex safe (combo set by guest)
10) Deadbolt locks on all exterior doors
11) Wall mounted hairdryers in both bathrooms
12) Covered, secured parking a few steps from the front door
13) linens and towels provided
14) Snorkeling equipment included (adult and children sizes)
15) Free cruiser bicycles: two bikes w/baskets
16) Binoculars
17) Beach canopy/sun shield: ZiggyShade
18) Beach chairs, beach towels, coolers
19) Washer, dryer, iron and ironing board
20) swimming pool toys: Kick boards and inflatables
21) 2 military style cots available for small children (upon request)
22) Pack & Play for infants/toddlers (upon request)

Our condo is the only 2 bedroom rental unit with a screened rear patio. In the evening guests can relax and listen to the ocean surf without being bothered by insects attracted by the overhead light. The ability to use the patio day or night greatly increases the condo's living space.

Outstanding swimming and snorkeling: Playa Ocotal is one of Guanacaste's quietest and cleanest "Blue Flag Beaches". The ocean surf is very gentle. Travel guides recommend Playa Ocotal to outdoor enthusiasts who want to snorkel from a Guanacaste beach. Snorkelers drive many miles to explore the rock formations at both ends of Playa Ocotal Beach. Playa Ocotal's best snorkeling is directly below Los Almendros. On most days, you can see numerous species of colorful tropical fish including angel fish, game fish, eels, octopi, puffer fish, rays and many more, in Playa Ocotal's tranquil waters.

Playas del Coco is Guanacaste's fastest growing beach community. The town is a 5 minute drive from Los Almendros. A taxi is fairly inexpensive to town. Coco has modern grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, ATM machines, many restaurants, ice cream shops, many bars/pubs, souvenir shops, and an emergency medical facility. You’ll even find small grocery stores and family restaurants on the way to Coco from condo.

Excursion planning: Playa Ocotal is a great location from which to initiate day trips. I can provide you with trusted tour operators so you can make reservations for fishing, diving, snorkeling, sailing, rafting, tubing, zip lining, massages, hiking, bird watching, hot springs, rain forest tours, volcanoes, canopy tours, and horse back riding. There is multiple dive companies located in Coco for any scuba enthusiasts.

Father Rooster's restaurant is one of Ocotal's most popular restaurants and it is located about 100 meters from the entrance of Los Almendros. It is located right on the beach and is open for lunch and dinner. It is a great place to enjoy a delicious tropical drink, enjoy a meal and take in the fabulous sunset.

Transportation: A car is nice to have but not a necessity in Costa Rica. Taxis from Los Almendros to Coco are fairly inexpensive Bilingual tour operators provide affordable transportation from Los Almendros to Guanacaste tourist attractions. Taxi service is available to and from Liberia airport. Golf carts are another great travel option.

Bicycles: We provide our guests with two cruisers. Both bicycles have a basket and a comfortable saddle seat.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

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
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please turn off the air conditioners
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 3102758530

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Sardinal, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Rocio's Kitchen and Ericka's Fruit Stand. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Playa Ocotal, Provincia de Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Ocotal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Coco Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 7 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 16 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 17 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Teresita - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zi Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coconutz Brewhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Caveja - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included 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 Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal condo building is steps from Ocotal Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

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

Great stay!

The property was everything we could hope for. Close to the beach and stunning views. Mark was quick to respond to questions and we could tell he wanted our stay to be great. Would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark g.

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

Great place and great location

The condo was clean and well equipped. We especially appreciated the snorkel gear and sand toys. Super close to an awesome beach with lots to discover.Mark was extremely quick to respond and provides a lot is detailed information about the stay. All in all it was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Simply Amazing

Everything about our stay was phenomenal. The staff were friendly and helpful, the condo was clean, spacious and had amazing views, and the beach was incredible. This was an amazing beach location for our family. Our communication with Mark was great. He provided all the information we needed and more. He helped us connect with a driver as we opted not to drive while in Costa Rica. Any questions we had were responded to promptly. I highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mark is an amazing host and the location on the beach could not be more beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

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

Awesome location & all the extras

The views are spectacular. A monkey sighting was a wonderful surprise. All the extra equipment is a huge bonus. It's a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect — better than 5 stars!We had an amazing stay at this condo. The location was unbeatable — just a short walk to a beautiful beach with fantastic snorkeling right off the shore. The swimming was great, and our family especially loved the rock jumping! There’s even a restaurant right on the beach, making it feel like a true paradise.The condo itself was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. It was perfect for our family of four. We really appreciated the extras, like snorkeling gear and kayaks, which made it easy to enjoy the water every day.Mark was an outstanding host — incredibly communicative and helpful from start to finish. He answered every question promptly and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay.If we could give more than 5 stars, we would!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

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

Great condo and host

We really enjoyed our stay. The condo is well equipped and the view is amazing. Mark was super helpful recommending tour operators and restaurants in the area. We will definitely stay again if we get a chance to return to Costa Rica.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent view and easy access to the beach. Condo is secluded and peaceful. We loved the snorkeling equipment!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

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

Wonderful

Loved the condo! The view was amazing and very spacious. Our favorite thing was the snorkeling along the rocks just in front of the condo. The host was helpful and informative. Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great Condo

Came down to visit a couple of friends. Great location, right on the beach. Rented golf cart to get back and forth around area. Saw monkeys off deck 3 of the mornings.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon V.

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

Great experience - even better place

It was a great location with a breathtaking view; the condo was well equipped with everything you could possibly need during your stay. Mark was always willing to help out on anything we might have needed. I highly recommend; you will not regret this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Relaxing and clean getaway

Our stay was incredible , clean and absolutely everything we needed for beach/snorkelling was already there in the condo. Very quiet location with pools in the area to enjoy. We even seen a howler monkey from the pool and many birds Highly recommend this property, the host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Beautiful Stay

We started our vacation for 4 nights here at this condo. Everything was just as described. We loved snorkeling a few feet away and we were grateful for the equipment that was at the condo. It is well furnished and has everything you need for a beach vacation. We loved our stay and will be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory A.

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

A wonderful stay

We spent a wonderful 9 nights in this nicely appointed, beautifully located condo. I was very surprised at the variety of snorkeling gear that was made available, plus copious amounts of other nice beach gear available to us. This spot is wonderfully quiet and peaceful, but very close to Coco when you want to go in for a little night life. There was plenty of cookware for us to enjoy the fresh fish and other meats available at the local markets, something this semi-foodie family loved.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

A little slice of heaven

Located on a beautiful beach the condo provided us with everything we needed and more including visits by the howler monkey family who entertained us on a regular basis. The beach was fabulous and it was just a short cab ride to town where there is an abundance of supermarkets and restaurants. Thank you Mark and Cheryl for sharing your bit of paradise with us.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a great property! We loved the condo. The view from the balcony was amazing. The extras the hosts keep in equipment made it easy to do so many things. We loved the property and the security, office and grounds staff were wonderful. The neighbors were all super friendly, too. Definitely did not disappoint!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus H.

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

Perfect in Every Way

Our stay was perfect. The host was so attentive to everything from giving information about the place to info about the area. We would love to stay there for much more time. We loved the amenities and used them for snorkeling etc. The wildlife viewing from the windows was fantastic. The views will be in my memory forever. I can't say enough good about this stay. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Beachfront base to explore Costa Rica

Beautiful place to explore the costa rica beaches and nw area. Mark’s suggestions and communication was fantastic. He connected us with a superb travel guide who showed us much of the area/ even a trip into Nicaragua. This place has most of the gear you will need making it easy to explore without having to buy/rent things. A definite gem.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Beautiful as always

This is our second year staying in Mark's condo. We love his codo, the views, and the people. Mark is excellent at communicating. Carlso and the other staff were always helpful. Miseal made sure we were safe. We used Memo for airport transfers and tours. We can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry G.

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

Great location, great vacation

Thank you Mark and Cheryl for opening up your condo, this has been one of my best vacations. This is my first time to Costa Rica and I’ll definitely be returning. Loved the people, the culture, the food, the weather and exploring the various sitesYour condo was very comfortable and has everything one could possibly need. mark provided great information and quick response to any questions I had. It made getting established a lot easier.Your recommendations to use Memo to book any adventures was great advice, especially liked the river tour. Visited a number of beaches and Ocotal is still one of my favourites and probably the best so far for snorkelling. Heading home with great memories.I’m going to miss the early mornings and sunsets on the Lanai, you never get tired of the view especially at sunset.Looking forward to returning.Pura Vida
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy and Russell S.

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

Just what we needed

This property suited our needs perfectly! We were looking for a laid back relaxing time in the sun to rejuvenate after a hectic season. But even if you are looking to do all things beach in costa rica, these hosts are prepared for you! The view is amazing, the showers hot and the pools warm. Kitchen is stocked with everything and a good quality! You cant go wrong staying here for whatever you need!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

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

Muy Hermosa! We can't wait to come back!

This was our first trip to Costa Rica. We toured different areas of Costa Rica for first few days of our arrival (La Fortuna and Bijagua). Our stay at Mark and Cheryl's property was perfect! The view, the beach, nearby amenities were perfect for the last 4 days of our one week stay. We can't wait to come back and stay longer next time! Definitely want to spend more time in this area. Coco was good to visit for some great Happy Hour specials and good food and entertainment. The pools and Father Roosters close by were a great option too. Great communication and information from Mark, like others have said the condo is perfectly equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W., Whitehorse, Yukon

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

Great property and responsive owner

We had a fantastic time at el Ocotal. We loved sitting on the porch at night and listening to the waves. The beach is great for swimming and snorkeling. We had considered a place in Coco beach but we were very glad we came here instead - it’s much quieter, has a better swimming beach, and is better for families. The unit was clean, had all the beach accessories we needed, and Mark the owner was very responsive and gave us quick answers to all our questions. The staff at the complex are very friendly and security was always onsite and doing patrols. We highly recommend Marks place and would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara L.

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

Relax away from the crowds

We loved our stay at this condo. We ended our stay here and were looking to relax. This place fit the bill. It was a short, if a little steep, walk to the beach. A few times we were the only people on the beach. At its busiest it was never crowded. We hit the markets and took advantage of the well stocked kitchen. Father roosters was great for the occasional drink or dinner. The facilities pools were very nice. All the things you might want for the beach is provided. We had a great stay and highly recommend this if you are looking for a nice clean and quiet beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc B.

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

Perfection!

Perfect place for a getaway. Host goes above an beyond to make sure your vacation has EVERYTHING you need. Bikes, kayaks, snorkeling gear OH MY! You will also get an detailed itinerary of EVERYTHING you could possibly want to do in the area. Even if you want to do nothing, the secluded black sands beach is a 5 minute walk away. Couldn’t possible ask for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024