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.
Located in Tárcoles, Hotel Villa Caletas is in a rural area and near a private beach. Jacó Beach and Carara National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hacienda las Agujas and Neo Fauna. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and skydiving. Visit our Tárcoles travel guide
12358 - 1000, Puntarenas, Tárcoles, Central Pacific 5 miles before Jaco
What's nearby
Playa Agujas
13 min drive - 8.1 km
Jacó Beach
16 min drive - 15.7 km
Auto Mercado Herradura
7 min drive - 4.9 km
Hacienda las Agujas
8 min drive - 7.7 km
Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park
10 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
87 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks
9 min drive
The Hook Up
16 min drive
Restaurante Carabelas
13 min drive
La Ostra
6 min drive
Coco’s Restaurant & Bar
14 min drive
About this property
Hotel Villa Caletas
Upscale boutique resort near Marina Los Sueños
Free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace 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 facial, Ayurvedic treatments, and a manicure/pedicure 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 an art gallery on site, designer stores on site, and a garden. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge)
A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and a gift shop
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
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
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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
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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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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
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?
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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Reviews
Hotel Villa Caletas Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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
It is one of the most beautiful and romantic spots in Costa Rica. The stunning views are legendary. But there is a lot of stairs and incline, so be prepared. But don’t miss this beautiful place.
It offers spectacular views, good food, and polite customer service. It also has a good spa offering and an amazing yoga spot. You can see a lot of wild animals. The infinity pool is amazing and it offers an incredible view.
This is one of Costa Rica’s original luxury hotels and a member of the Small, Distinctive Hotels family. Like a castle perched high on a mountain top overlooking Herradura and Javi - Sunsets and dining here are some of the best in Costa Rica. Come here for the views and history, and dining!
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.
Even though it was completely booked, it felt the opposite. Private, secluded and friendly, not to mention breathtakingly beautiful at every turn, we felt like we were one of only a few there. Food and atmosphere was top-notch. Service was exceptional. Would love to return with my entire family one day!
a this is always a perfect place. The rooms are palatial. Everything is spotlessly clean. If a hotel can be perfect this one is. Spa services are great. Food is great. Location is beyond compare. The views are breathtaking. Staff is great. its worth every penny.
Amazing views, super nice staff, great dining and great spa. However, the hotel needs to be renovated. Furniture in common areas is old. Rooms and bathrooms could be in better conditions.
Just stayed one night. We have been there in the past to enjoy the view and lunch with friends . First time overnight. Room wasn’t comfortable old furnishings and not even close to getting your money’s worth. I guess it is all about the View.
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.
The Villa Caletes is one of my favorite places. The setting and views are amazing. The hotel is exquisite- with architecture matching some of the most luxury inns in the world. It does not disappoint in this regards. I was somewhat disappointed with the bed this time. I could feel and hear the springs. I will be back for the view but might stay elsewhere.
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.
Very beautiful location. The views from this property are stunning. We had a private hot tub with our room and that was great to have. The restaurant was nice, a little pricey and they didn’t offer a free breakfast. Parking is also a little awkward and it’s not within walking distance to anything. We had a car and were able to come and go without a problem. But the property itself, gorgeous. The rooms were clean and beautiful and the staff were all very friendly! Would definitely recommend.
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.
I booked this room based on the amazing review but I overall had a mixed experience !
Positive- the good part of this property is the location, it’s very near Jaco beach and around bunch of restaurants . The views from the room and restaurant is amazing and you would really njoy the sunsets .
We also loved the architecture it was really nice, the lobby, room decor and the terrace. The room cleaning staff was meticulous and made nice cute design of towels each day for us.
Negative-
1. It seems we arrived during a wedding event . I would expect a 4 star hotel to plan accordingly . However we had to park quite far from the reception as the parking was full . Note we were not super late to check in we had arrived, around 4 pm. Secondly we were told they could sit us for dinner only after 8 pm due to the wedding . We had booked months in advance they should have planned better.
2. During dinner we were told that there is nothing vegetarian except 1 salad. In today’s date for a 4 star property not having any vegetarian option was really disappointing. The person who took the order also did not offer anything like a pasta with no meat or something. We are global travelers and in our experience, such restaurants ( where there is nothing vegetarian ) - generally they offer to cook the same dish but without meat, here they did nothing ! Very disappointing !
We ended up getting good food from Jaco which was cheaper :)
3. Maintenance of the property is poor - while the architecture is
Place was very clean and nice, but that’s about it. Hot water didn’t work so we took cold showers. Asked one guy and told him what room we were in and he said he’d let them know. Never got fixed. Water for the toilet ran at all times. I tried to fix it because I was still waiting on them to fix the shower but that didn’t happen, so I gave up and just let it run. I’ve been going there for years to the pool and pool bar and never had an issue. I had read some reviews about bad service but I didn’t think it would be that bad. I was wrong, it was horrible. The dining was not good, food quality or service. I wasn’t even going to leave any kind of review until I finally had enough today. My wife went to the pool bar to order us some drinks and no staff was there. Waited 10 mins and still nothing, so she went upstairs to the bar by the restaurant. The bartender told her he’d be down there in a few. 22 minutes later, still no bartender. Went back upstairs to order drinks, and she finally came down with a beer that was barely chilled, was more warm than chilled. So I went upstairs and the other bartender was apologetic but at that point I wasn’t happy. It’s frustrating paying a premium at what seems like the nicest place in Jaco area and have that bad of food, service, etc. I will never again go there and I've been going there since 2017. Sad to see such a nice place be such a disappointment.