Villa Caletas

Villa Caletas is possibly the most beautiful hotel in the world. The rooms, especially in the Zephyr Palace, are to die for. The cobblestone architecture, the views, the food, and, just being there, is an unforgettable experience. My wife and I started going there in 1999 when her group QuinTango played for the Costa Rica music festival. Since then we’ve been back as a couple, as a music group (most recently end of August 2026), and we even sent our children there for their honeymoons.

I was privileged to stay at Villa Caletas as a "fan and friend" of Quintango, a special chamber music group that plays tangos. The Zephyr Palace is a beautiful place for cocktails, a concert, or a wedding. Our tour as groupies of Quintango finished at Villa Caletas, our most amazing hotel. Situated in the mountains of Puntarenas, it overlooks a rainforest with scarlet macaws, coati, yellow billed toucans, monkeys, and a thrilling view of the Pacific Ocean. We had delicious open-air breakfasts. Service at the restaurant was stellar, and they would remember us and our room # and preferences. Lunch and dinner were great; they accommodate special diets. The view from our bedroom was an extraordinarily breathtaking view of rainforest, with ocean and mountains beyond. Every day when we returned from our forest adventures, we were greeted with a spotless room, fresh water, and pillow art. There is an infinity pool next to the serenity spa (full service and first rate) and yoga retreats. The front desk staff, concierge, bell boys and restaurant staff were all friendly and very helpful. A special thanks to Laura, Concierge, who recommended our nature guide Yostin, a young man with a special gift for tracking small birds and other wildlife. We enjoyed our stay at Hotel Villa Caletas, and hope to return for our 50th wedding anniversary!

Hotel Villa Caletas is magical. My room was superb with artistic flourishes, large comfortable bed and linens, beautiful artwork and architectural details, huge bathroom and balcony overlooking the rain forest and Pacific Ocean. The staff was helpful (I only speak English) and friendly. The onsite spa was lovely, and I had an invigorating massage. An absolute treat to stay at Villa Caletas.

I have loved Villa Caletas since my first visit in 1999 when my music group performed there as part of an international festival. I just returned (my 4th visit - and QuinTango's 4th performance there) and every visit it is more fabulous.. Driving up that winding driveway I felt the same excitement I feel when coming home! Spectacular, romantic to the max, divino, inspired AND inspirational. Every detail of this hotel reflects love and immaculate taste. I stayed in the African Room at the Zephyr Palace -- to die for gorgeous. Ho tub on a terrace with the stunning view of the Bay of Nicoya, access to a private infinity pool and the hotel's spa and gym. authentic African antiques and art. It felt more like being a guest in a magnificent home than staying in a hotel. Every member of our party (we were 25) was thrilled with their accommodations -- no two rooms were alike. It was an adventure, it was joyful, the staff were always ready to help, the golf carts were easily available by calling the concierge. On arrival we had cocktails at El Rancho -- amazing hors-d'oevres (ceviche, guacamole, quiche) and tropical drinks. We had a final dinner for 26 - everyone loved the food. But the most wonderful thing we had was a concert in the Champagne Room preceded by cocktails at sunset by the infinity pool at Zephyr Palace. It was an evening that will live in everyone's memory forever. Tangos, sunset, the impeccably designed and maintained concert setting (or wedding setting!). I am already looking for any excuse to return to my favorite hotel - Villa Caletas. Fred, the general manager, and Jose, the special services manager, were outstanding in helping us make this visit perfect. There could not be a more perfect place.

Everything about this place is magical! The pictures do not do it justice. The rooms were immaculate and uniquely decorated. The views and grounds were gorgeous. I can't tell whether there was more to see inside the hotel/rooms displays of art and design or outside surrounded by breathtaking nature. The staff were very kind and friendly. We had a great time and would recommend it to anyone.