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Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Pool
Outdoor dining
Pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18510 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Playa Chiquita, Limón Province
  • Place, Playa Chiquita
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Cocles
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Punta Uva Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX

Welcome to Zen Resort, where the rainforest meets the beach on beautiful Playa Chiquita! ​ The Zen Resort is just a 200 meter walk from the ocean and right in the heart of Playa Chiquita. There are restaurants just steps from the property so there is no need to drive. This exotic tropical villa is located in lush, enclosed gardens next to one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. Our location is perfect for guests who love the beach and want the complete convenience of restaurants and a great grocery store just steps away. The Zen Resort is custom made and professionally decorated. The large house, Zen Villa, has sliding French doors in the living room and bedrooms that open to a covered patio that brings in the tropics. There is a covered outdoor living room giving you the option of lounging or dining alfresco. Monkeys, sloths, toucans and parrots are frequent visitors to the gardens. There is a beautiful open-air Bali style bathroom adjacent to the master bedroom and a separate full bathroom and second shower. The master bedroom has a king bed and sliding doors that open to the pool area. The second and third bedrooms have queen beds and share a huge bathroom with shower. All bedrooms have air conditioning units for a restful sleep. If you are looking for a luxury house for rent in Costa Rica that is private, beautiful and luxurious, the Zen house is the right choice for you. Zen Resort has two additional villas that have their own infinity pool, kitchen and a huge luxury bathroom. Each villa (Bodhi and Nirvana) has 2 bedrooms with queen beds and a loft in one of the rooms.

The Villas and the Zen House can be rented individually or all together and have 7 rooms. It's the perfect place for large groups, family trips, couples trips and more! With an almost unlimited variety of activities available including world-class surfing, yoga, fishing, horseback riding, sailing, snorkeling and tropical adventures, everyone will have a fun time.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Dangerous animals allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-21:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25
  • Late check-in fee: USD 30

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Cahuita is home to this villa. Punta Uva Beach and Cahuita National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Finca La Isla Botanical Garden.
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Map
Playa Chiquita, Limón Province

What's nearby

  • Playa Chiquita - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playa Cocles - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Black Beach - 11 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Selvin's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪La Nena - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panadería Francés - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Noa Beach Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Sol del Caribe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 25.

How much does it cost to stay at Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX?

As of 25 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$1,773, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Zen Villas – Your Private Luxury Resort 18PAX located?

Situated in Cahuita, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Chiquita and Punta Uva Beach. Playa Cocles is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramzi K.

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

Most amazing place

Just a short walk from the most beautiful virgin beach, this place is amazing. Huge main house that is gorgeous, large property, super well maintained and clean. Hosts are super responsive and concierge service catered to all our requests. We even had a baby sloth visit us!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne c.

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

Very Nice Place

We had a wonderful tome and the house was great we only had a few minor hiccups with the ac in one bedroom and the safe not opening but Emma was all over it and quick to respond and have the issues resolved. Their concierge service was also wonderful. We were there for my wife’s 50th bday and they decorated the main house prior to our arrival. Everything about this place was great there were monkeys and sloths right on the property. Would definitely return here
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria P.

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

Holiday vacation

Zen Villa and the Bodhi and Nirvana houses were lovely. The grounds were lush, tropical and well maintained. Overall the property was absolutely beautiful. However, the bedding in the Nirvana and Bodhi houses need attention. We could hear howler monkeys, birds and even saw a sloth in the property, very cool. Emma was responsible and a pleasure to deal with. The house was cleaned by the property management 3 times during our stay which was a plus. The beach was a short walk away and absolutely beautiful, shaded and inviting. We stayed for two weeks during Christmas and New Years. We had five adults and five kids. While the location of the property was convenient for walking to restaurants and the grocery store across the street, it was also very much in the middle of a lot of activity and bustle. We happened to be there the weeks between Christmas and New Year’s and the fireworks in the surrounding area were going off day and night throughout the entire week. The “bombetas”(mini bombs), a type of firework, were so loud that they would absolutely startle us each time they went off, the children were frightened and had trouble sleeping. Unfortunately due to the fireworks there was nothing tranquil or Zen about our stay. There was absolutely nothing that we could do about the surrounding noises. If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful stay, during the holidays keep this in mind. Otherwise, the property and pools were dreamy
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Exceeded expectations

This trip was a year in the planning. We had 14 people and rented Zen, Bodhi and Nirvana - the entire compound. Management - Paola, Elena and Emma - were quick to answer questions and concerns leading up to this trip. And once we were there Emma and Elena were always a quick whatsApp text away. Zen was an excellent base camp for our group. There were a handful of restaurants in walking distance. The grocery directly across the street held everything we needed. The beach was a short walk away. And if we didn't feel like leaving we had our own resort. We discovered first, a sloth up in the tree next to Zen Villa and then a very young sloth on the path next to Zen. Absolutely amazing! We did wake up to the Howlers in the mornings but did not see any at the compound. We renting bikes for the week and all took various rides - mostly to Puerto Viejo. Or, just to the beach. Elena set up various excursions for us. Canopy tour, Waterfall hike, day trip to Panama, horseback riding, fishing... Everything was top notch and she was there every step of the way making sure we were satisfied with plans and activities. She also set us up with a chef for a dinner. Again, top notch. Very satisfied. I can't say enough about the customer service attached to this rental! This is our third trip to Costa Rica, first time on the Caribbean side and when we come back for our 4th trip I will be searching out Caribbean Vacation CR and their rentals again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Beautiful Property

Great property for large groups. House is near many restaurants, shops, and beaches. We saw monkeys, sloths, and toucans in the gardens.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Paula Buffile & Emma Gallardo

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Languages:

English, Spanish
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