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Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Tamarindo at Ecological Villa Motmot. Relax by the spacious private saltwater pool or unwind on the ocean-view rooftop terrace, perfect for sunsets and spotting colorful birds and howler monkeys. Enjoy a delightful game of boule on the court, indulge in delicious breakfasts prepared by staff, or take advantage of daily housekeeping to keep your sanctuary impeccable.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14557 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

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

Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown

• We are currently offering a 10% discount*, feel free to inquire if it applies to your dates.

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Welcome to Villa Motmot, proudly hosted by Stay in Tamarindo, the villa with a green soul and an exciting story to tell! After supported rainforest protection for over 30 years, the owners created in 2020 this low carbon footprint building. Located in the heart of Tamarindo, the ecological villa offers three terraces, an oceanview rooftop, a saltwater pool and a botanical garden. All just a short walk from Tamarindo downtown and the beach!

Standout Features:

• Oceanview rooftop terrace.
• Spacious private saltwater pool, soft and gentle on the skin.
• 2 kitchens
• Nestled in a garden with over 60 local plant species, supporting the area's wildlife.
• An exterior deck for your morning yoga, immersed in pure nature.
• Walking distance to the city center.
• The villa recycles all wastewater through a sophisticated septic system, using almost no drinking water for irrigation.
• The villa's high ceilings reduce the need for air conditioning by letting warm air rise.
• The multistep filter provides chemical-free drinking water without a softener.
• Organic waste is composted to reduce waste and nourish the lush garden.
• Recycling bins are placed to make sorting materials easy.

SURROUNDING

Villa Motmot is set just behind the busy center of Tamarindo on a hill that affords a 360-degree panoramic view from the home's rooftop terrace.
The property is located about an hour from the Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia (LIR)
From this home, you can easily access supermarkets and pharmacies
Surf breaks up and down the coast making this the perfect home base for your surf vacation!
You'll love exploring Tamarindo's boutique shops and international restaurants

LUXURY SERVICES INCLUDED

Elite Service Standard (Mon-Sat)* – your stay includes:

• Breakfast preparation (you supply the groceries)
• Cocktails and snacks preparation until 2:00PM (you supply the groceries)
• Daily cleaning and laundry
• Adriana, your personal and dedicated concierge

UPGRADE YOUR STAY
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Elite Service Premium
(Minimum 10 guests & 5 nights)

Upgrade your stay for just $29/day and enjoy:

• Authentic Costa Rican Breakfast (Mon-Sat)* – Groceries included
• Roundtrip Private Airport Transfer – Hassle-free travel to and from LIR
• Local Culinary Experience – Savor one traditional dinner (ask for details!)

With our Elite Service Premium, simplify your life with just one click! For only $29 per person per day (+taxes), relieve yourself of the stress associated with organizing key vacation elements. Upgrade your stay with our exclusive service — just ask our reservations agent for more details and request.

HOLIDAYS

Holidays are exciting, but before you book, please check your dates and only select one of the following when making your holiday reservation. Please contact a reservation agent before booking if your dates are different than the following to find a way to accommodate you. Our holiday dates for 2026 & 2027 are:

EASTER WEEK AND THANKSGIVING
• Thanksgiving (November 23 - November 30, 2026/2027)
• Easter Week 2026 (March 29 - April 5, 2026)
• Easter Week 2027 (March 21 - March, 2027)

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS
For any reservations arriving between December 19th 2026 to January 3rd 2027, we have a 7 to 10-night minimum requirement. Specific periods may be required. Please contact us before making an online booking during this period.

MUSIC FESTIVALS
Please contact us before making an online booking during music festivals dates. Restrictions may apply.

Holiday dates are excluded from the cancellation policy because all holiday dates are non-refundable.

THINGS TO NOTE

Additional guest fee
This home accommodates a standard number of guests, with the option for additional occupancy at an extra fee. For further details, please contact our reservations team.

*Except on Costa Rican holidays.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Smartphone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,000 square feet

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

A 1.5% additional fee will be charged for transactions made with an American Express (AMEX) card after completing the booking process.
A Security deposit is collected or held during your stay by Autohost. Find more information in our Rental Contract.
Home or Property Manager is not liable for amenity loss due to power outage or bugs from wildlife in Costa Rica.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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 is also known as

468086
Newly Built Vacation Villa With a Green Soul!

About the neighborhood

Located in Tamarindo, this vacation home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Tamarindo travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Playa Tamarindo in Costa Rica
    Tamarindo Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Vista aérea de playa Langosta, Costa Rica
    Playa Langosta
    9 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Conchal Beach
    Conchal Beach
    38 min drive - 18.0 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    38 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sharky's Sports Bar
    11 min walk
  • Nordico Coffee House
    10 min walk
  • Chiquita’s
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks Tamarindo
    14 min walk
  • Cafe Tico
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown 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 Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Jon Y.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a group of 11 people comprised of teenagers to grandparents. The house was extremely clean, the house manager was friendly incredibly nice and responsive and the housekeeper cooked a good breakfast each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

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

Beautiful house

We had a lovely stay at villa motmot, the house was plenty big enough for our group of 10. It’s basically a duplex that can connect on the bottom floor, so there are two living spaces. The roof was a great place to hang out while the sun set and the pool was very nice to get a break from the heat outside. Maria was lovely, it was great to have the floors cleaned every day and all the other daily cleaning she did. It definitely made our vacation more relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bill d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice Home and the management was very attentive to our needs
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Beautiful property

Great property for entertaining and relaxing with friends and family.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Amazing large house with excellent location to Tamarindo

We had a group of 11 friends that rented the house and had an amazing time! It was large enough to give everyone their own room and space. The pool was clean and refreshing, amazing views from the roof and a close walk to town. Working with the Stay in Tamarindo team was very easy and convenient. Adriana was a great manager, Cristina was a very helpful concierge and Maria a wonderful housekeeper! Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Amazing Place!

This house is fantastic. The yard is a tropical paradise on its own. The house is spacious clean and well appointed. Just a short walk to the heart of town. The best part of our stay were the property managers who bent over backwards to help us line up activities, get groceries, rental cars, covid tests for the return trip and everything we could have possibly needed. We highly recommend it and would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Spring Break 2023

Beautiful home with plenty of room to spread out. Great pool for morning swims and late afternoon relaxation. Wonderful rooftop, with beautiful views, was our spot to hang out after dinner. Concierge - Cris and Adriana were fantastic and helped with anything we needed! Our housekeeper Maria was so kind and very attentive to the home. Highly recommend MotMot!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

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

Paradise

Our stay at Villa Motmot couldn’t have been more perfect. From the time of booking until the day we left, things were pretty much seamless. Our concierge Cris and Adriana took care of every little detail, and Maria our housekeeper was fantastic. We’re a group of 40’s and 50 something’s that love to cook and entertain so the kitchen being well appointed was a treat. We arranged to have some provisions (beer, water, coffee, fruit etc) delivered before our arrival and everything was there neatly put away. The rooms and decor are very well done. Beautiful showers with great water pressure, and the beds, linens, and towels were luxurious. This was our second time in Tamarindo, and we would certainly stay in a Stay In Tamarindo property again. Another note, rent golf carts. They are the best way to get around. They will drop them off and pick them up for you. No hassle! Nicole
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Nicole C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Villa, Great Location, Service Needs Some Work

All in all, we had a wonderful vacation...some hiccups and kinks to be worked out as I know this property is new to VRBO. Check-in and out were easy and seamless. Andrea was great and responsive to our needs. One of the villas lost water for close to 15 hours which created an issue. Angela was responsive and the issue was fixed by mid-morning the following day. The property is beautiful and comfortable, great layout for an extended family vacation. The kitchen could use some attention, beware neither villa has a stove! If you plan on cooking a lot neither villa is particularly well equipped for cooking big meals. The location is great but you MUST have transportation to make your stay more enjoyable. Lots of poor communication and balls dropped by the concierge and we were out of transportation. The concierge was sub-par for this property, slightly disorganized and a lot of backtracking, we were disappointed. She stepped up her game while we were there but the last thing I wanted to do ON the trip was go back and forth with the concierge, it should have been done prior to our arrival. For the cost of the villa, nothing should be sub-par, I would expect slightly better service. Also very disappointed with the transportation company that they recommended we use, Paradise Rentals. Avoid them if possible. We stayed for 7 nights which meant housekeeping came only once during our stay. Again, given the cost of the villas, housekeeping should be offered every other day as well as linen service. Despite our best efforts the floors, in particular, were VERY dirty...the last thing you want to do on vacation is clean floors and towels. All in all, any of our complaints and criticisms are manageable and I'm confident the property managers will improve over time. We made the best of our situation, we loved the villas and the location...the attention to detail and customer service need a little work. And those villas should NEVER lose water. Thankfully we had both villas and could use the other side but if we were in just the one villa it would have been a huge issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021