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Villa Solana

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A pathway leading to a modern building with a glass entrance, surrounded by greenery and stepping stones.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pergola, and a potted plant.
An outdoor gym with a pull-up bar and a bench, surrounded by greenery and flowers.
A golf course with a single golfer on the green, surrounded by dense trees.
An aerial view of a beach with clear blue waters and a curved shoreline.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 16 guests with 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub and offers ocean views from multiple vantage points. Enjoy the patio for outdoor relaxation and access to nearby golf courses. Explore attractions like Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Mansita Beach.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Avellanas Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Villa Solana

Summary:

Villa Solana is an exquisite modern Italian style home with a seamless open air design. The glass doors open to the infinity pool and patio lounge areas creating the ideal indoor and outdoor setting.

This home is located in the quiet beach side neighborhood of Golondrinas inside the gated community of Hacienda Pinilla. Just 3 minutes walk to the beach.



The Space:

Beautiful villa with spacious interiors washed in natural light.

5 bedrooms and is set up for 15 guests. The 5th bedroom does not have a private ensuite bathroom, it must use the shared bathroom in the main house.

Fully equipped modern Italian kitchen

Two TV living room spaces

Rancho with ping pong table

Garden terraces

Large Infinity pool

Ice bath and Sauna

Indoor and outdoor dining experience

Outdoor BBQ kitchen

Soccer field

Air conditioning in every room

Daily maid service included.



Bedroom Accommodations:

1st Bedroom - 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom ( 2 people)

2nd Bedroom - 1 Queen bed (2 person)

3rd Bedroom - 1 Queen bed, 1 Single bed, 1 toddle bed (4 people)

4th Bedroom - 1 Queen Bed (2 people)

5th Bedroom - 1 king bed, 1 queen bed (4 people)

Sofa Bed - 1 Queen bed (2 people)



Guest Access:

This home is located 100 meters from a private beach in Hacienda Pinilla. Walking distance to Playa Mansita at JW Marriot.



Wwe have a corporate beach club membership for our guests to enjoy the exclusive Hacienda Pinilla beach club membership!



Rates are based on up to 10 guests. An additional fee applies per guest after the 10th person, up to the maximum occupancy of the property. Please make sure to include the total number of guests in your booking to receive an accurate quote.



The Neighborhood:

Villa Solana is located within the gated community of los Golondrinas inside the Hacienda Pinilla beachside and golf resort community



Set in the incredible Beachfront community of Golondrinas we are just a stroll from the private white sand beach of Playa Bonita . As a guest of Villa Solana you will have access to the incredible amenities here within Hacienda Pinilla including the



3 PRIVATELY ACCESSED BEACHES

Playa Avellanas - Beach club - World-class surfing and white sand

Playa Mansita & Bonita - Explore the Tidepools

Playa Langosta - World-class surfing, great fishing & white sand



BEACH CLUB

Beachfront infinity pool, tiki bar and restaurant, spa, soccer and volleyball courts, fitness center, and sun up to sun down the lifeguarded beach at Playa Avellanas. There is a $5 entry fee per person.



JW MARRIOTT HOTEL

Hacienda Pinilla is home to the J W Marriott hotel, as a guest of Villa Solana you have access to the numerous restaurants on offer.

You can also purchase a day pass for use of the JW pool and amenities.



GOLF COURSE

18 hole par 72 beachfront golf course



TENNIS COURTS

3 hard court tennis courts with onsite instructor



HORSE STABLES

Explore the 4500-acre ranch that is Hacienda Pinilla. Guided horseback tours are available at any time, the tours can be customized to fit your group from 30 mins to 2 hrs the ride takes you through the forest and then along the secluded beaches and river mouths all here within the ranch.



MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS

There are both Amateur and pro trails

The pro trails are 30kms running all throughout the ranch

The amateur trails are 15kms

These trails are also great for hiking and exploring the 4500 acres.



SURFING

Hacienda Pinilla has to be one of the best locations in Costa Rica to base your surf trip. With 6 waves just on Playa Avellanas and private access to the beach breaks of playa Langosta you don't even need to leave the ranch, but if you looking to explore the area, the famous Playa Negra reef breaks are just 10 minutes south and the river mouth and beach breaks of Tamarindo just 10 minutes to the north.



Getting Around:

Renting a vehicle to get around the neighborhood is highly recommended. The home has a covered carport.



Other Things to Note:

HIGHLIGHT FEATURES

• 3-minute walk to the beach – with direct access to Playa Bonita’s calm tide pools and snorkeling spots

• Large Swimming pool

• Wellness room with Ice Bath, Sauna and workout area

• An amazing outdoor uncover BBQ grill area

• Rancho with ping pong table

• Exclusive Neighborhood with beach access

• Located within 3 minutes walking distance from Mansita beach

• Daily housekeeping service

• Backyard Private Soccer Field and outdoor fire place

• Corporate beach club membership for our guests to enjoy the Hacienda Pinilla beach club amenities

• Concierge Team available to help you curate your experience

• Ebikes available at the house





Villa Solana SERVICE

• Having daily housekeeping is a great way to ensure that your stay is comfortable and stress-free.

We provide daily cleaning services, we will fit into a schedule that best fits our groups' needs.

You can enjoy your vacation without worrying about cleaning up after yourself or taking care of household tasks.

Additional housekeeping or breakfast preparation help hours can be pre-arranged for an extra fee of $50/day



• The Beach club membership will give you access to all the amenities you need for a perfect day at the beach, including chairs, umbrellas, and a gym.



MOST POPULAR TOURS

• Catamaran Sailing trip

• Rio Celeste Tour (Light blue cristaline river water, Hiking, Sloths sighting, Waterfalls)

• Diamante Eco Adventure Park (Zip line, Animal Sanctuary including Sloths, Atvs)

• Cañon de La Vieja Tour (Hot Springs, Volcanic mud, horseback riding, tubing, hanging bridges)



Hacienda Pinilla Activites

• Horseback riding

• Tennis

• Golf

• Bike trails



NEARBY ADVENTURES

• Canopy Pinilla

• Avellanas Surf lessons

• La Senda Holistic Events

• The Black Stallion Ranch Tour





VILLA SOLANA DESIGN

Villa Solana is a 5-bedroom luxury home that accommodates up to 15 guests.

Our layout is spread over 2 floors and allows multiple families to all have space and privacy within one home. The distribution is as such,



- Master bedroom, 1x King (upstairs)

- Second bedroom, 1x Queen (upstairs)

- Third bedroom, 3 Single beds, and a trundle twin bed (2 twins together making a full/queen size bed) (upstairs)

- Fourth bedroom, 2 twins together making a king-size (downstairs)

-Fifth bedroom (Detached bedroom), 1 King Bed, 1 Queen bed bunk, and an Office desk.



Our property is designed for relaxed family vacations. We hope that the love and attention to detail that our owners have put into this property makes the perfect setting for that family looking to relax and enjoy their vacation by the beach in Costa Rica

The latest addition to this house is a wellness center with modern ice bath, Sauna room and outdoor workout space.



NO SMOKING of any kind in the property, penalty will apply.

NOT a Party house.



Enclosed carport for one car and parking for 2 cars on the driveway.

2 Outdoor Showers, one at carport area to clean surfboards and second one in the back of the house by the ping pong area.

Wi-Fi throughout the house with fiber optic internet.

Sonos sound system



Our aim is to provide you with a hotel experience within a private home setting.



We provide DAILY HOUSEKEEPING



Whether it is In house catering, sunset cruises, adventure tours, or even tips to secluded beaches our team has the local knowledge to assist in planning the ultimate tropical experience.



• Rates are based on up to 10 guests. An additional fee applies per guest after the 10th person, up to the maximum occupancy of the property. Please make sure to include the total number of guests in your booking to receive an accurate quote.



* Cancellation & Refund Policy



Cancellations made 60 days or more prior to check-in receive a 100% refund, less non-refundable payment-processing fees (approximately 3.9%).



Cancellations made within 60 days of check-in are non-refundable.



*** Please note that we want all of our guests to enjoy their stay at Villa Blanca. This home is located in a private, gated community with mainly full-time residents and families. There is a VERY STRICT no-noise policy outside between 10p-6a. This is NOT a house to host a party or event. This home is great for groups of adults and families who respect the neighbors and rules of the community. If you plan to bring a big group to have a party, or large event, or make excessive noise, please reserve another property as the noise will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave and without a refund.***



Interaction with Guests:

Here at Villa Solana, our aim is to give you a luxurious hotel feel in a private home setting. We provide daily cleaning services Monday through Saturday with your rental. We can work into a schedule that fits your group's needs.

Additional housekeeping or breakfast preparation help hours can be pre-arranged.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

- At Hacienda Pinilla we have a noise restriction after 10 pm. You can have moderate music after that time. - Please ensure all doors and windows ...

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3188106vb
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 cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park.
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Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mansita Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Playa Langosta - 11 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Avellanas Beach - 22 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 39 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baulas Snack Bar - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪La Berrakera - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪La Fontana - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Solana pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Solana?

As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Solana on 21 September 2026 start from NZ$4,222, 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 Villa Solana?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Solana?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Solana located?

This family-friendly Tamarindo holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course, Mansita Beach and Playa Róbalo. Playa Langosta is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The house was awesome. The daily house cleaning was very nice. We enjoyed the nearby beaches. There were some road closures during our stay that made travel to activities more difficult.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay, loved the house, and appreciated the daily housekeeping service. It's also great to know you had the chance to explore and enjoy the nearby beaches. We understand the road closures made getting to some activities more challenging, and we appreciate your patience. While those closures were outside of our control, we're glad they didn't take away from your overall experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Hacienda Pinilla for another stay in the future! 🌴☀️ The Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything we hoped for. We had resort like living for the week with lots of amenities onsite and near by. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Thank you so much Ryan for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that the property was everything you hoped for and that you enjoyed a resort-like experience during your stay. It's great to know that the home's amenities and the nearby attractions helped make your vacation memorable. Thank you for your recommendation—it means a lot to our team. We truly enjoyed hosting you and would love the opportunity to welcome you back for another stay in the future. Pura Vida, The Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Probably one of the most beautifully designed homes we've ever stayed in through Vrbo. Structurally solid as well. It's the kind of place you never have to leave to have a good time. Management is incredibly accommodating and prompt in responding. The only issue was that maintenance was slow to address a few issues. Main problem was the light over the stove was never repaired - probably not an issue for most but as a couple of are serious chefs in the kitchen it was a little troublesome. Would definitely come back or try some of their other properties.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for your kind words about the home and our team. We're thrilled to hear that you considered it one of the most beautifully designed homes you've stayed in and that you enjoyed your experience. We also appreciate your feedback regarding maintenance. We apologize that the light above the stove wasn't repaired during your stay, especially since it was important to your family's cooking experience. Your comments have been shared with our team so we can continue improving our response times. Thank you again for staying with us. We'd love the opportunity to welcome you back to this home or one of our other properties in the future. Pura Vida🌴☀️ The Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Tamarindo and would highly recommend this property.The home was absolutely beautiful and exactly as described in the listing. Everything was very well maintained, and the host guidebook was very helpful in explaining how to use the electronics, appliances, and other features in the house, which made our stay especially comfortable.The concierge team was exceptional. They were incredibly helpful with everything we needed—from directions and restaurant recommendations to reservations, transportation, shopping, referrals, and general questions about the area. No matter what we asked, they responded very quickly and always made things easy for us.We also arranged for someone to come in and help prepare breakfast, which was such a wonderful addition to our stay. The entire house staff was kind, welcoming, and extremely helpful.The combination of the beautiful property, wonderful staff, and excellent concierge service made our time in Tamarindo truly enjoyable. I would absolutely recommend both this property and the area to anyone planning a trip to Costa Rica. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable stay and that you loved both the home and your time in Tamarindo. It means so much to know that the house, guidebook, concierge service, and wonderful house staff all helped make your stay comfortable and memorable. Our team truly enjoys helping our guests with every detail of their trip, so we’re especially happy to hear that we could make everything easy and stress-free for you. Thank you again for your kind recommendation. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we would be absolutely thrilled to welcome you back to Costa Rica anytime! Pura Vida🌴☀️ The Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. As advertised. Management team was always on point.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2026
Hi Jordan, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad to hear the house met your expectations and that our management team was always on point. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Pura Vida! 🌴✨ Vida Pinilla
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property and impressive location

Loved the property and the people running this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the property and had a great experience with our team. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime! Pura Vida!🌴✨ Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a truly magical vacation at Villa Solana. The house is gorgeous and the outside is even better than pictured, with so many options to keep kids entertained. The property management was very responsive and helpful with any and every question we had before and throughout our trip. Our housekeeper Gabriella was also wonderful and had the house looking beautiful every day. We will most definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2026
Thank you so much, Liz, for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a magical vacation at Villa Solana and that the home—and especially the outdoor spaces—exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful to know the kids enjoyed it as well. We truly appreciate your feedback about our team’s responsiveness, and we’ll be sure to pass along your lovely comments to Gabriella—she’ll be so happy to hear them. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we would absolutely love to welcome you back again in the future. Pura Vida, Vida Pinilla
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay with 12 of us over spring break. The communication from the host was excellent throughout the process! The house was very pretty. We loved the pool. We took advantage of the local chefs (Garrett and Gaston both fantastic!!) and enjoyed the house. We went to local beaches, Lola’s, Il Rustico and KonTiki pizza as well. The beds and pillows were a bit too firm for many guests…only issue we heard of. Close the doors always…we found a scorpion or two while there. Oh…the monkeys are amazing!! Right in the trees on property. Thank you again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a lovely spring break stay with your group and that you enjoyed the home, the pool, and the overall experience. It’s great to know our team’s communication made a difference, and we’re so happy you had a fantastic time with our chefs—Garrett and Gaston will be thrilled to hear your kind words! We also appreciate your feedback regarding the beds and pillows, as well as your notes about keeping doors closed—being surrounded by nature definitely brings some unique wildlife encounters, and we’re glad you got to enjoy the monkeys right on the property! It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Pura Vida 🌴 The Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was great

Best stay in Costa Rica
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2024
Thank you for your review Blaire! We hope you had a great time at Villa Solana. Pura Vida, Reservations & Concierge Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Property keep up very nice loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2025
Thank you for your nice review! It's fantastic to know that Villa Solana was perfect for your group. We hope to have you back :) Pura Vida, Reservations & Concierge team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible house!!

Absolutely the best VRBO experience ever! The house was perfectly set up, the team was spot on with every request. Amazing vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Thank you Steve so much for taking the time to share your experience at Villa Solana and leave us a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful stay. We hope to have you back and host you again :) Pura Vida, Reservations & Concierge team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with plenty of room for our 2 families. Each room has it's own bathroom (2 kings with en suite, 2 additional bedrooms upstairs with their own bathrooms in the hallway, and the casita has a bathroom as well that doubles as the pool bath). The kids had a blast in the pool, on the soccer field and with the ping pong table. The husbands loved the cold plunge and sauna. We rented golf carts to access the close by beaches but our favorite was Playa Negra, a short drive away. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 November 2025
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your families enjoyed the house and all its amenities. It’s wonderful to know the kids had a great time between the pool, soccer field, and ping-pong table — and that the cold plunge and sauna were a hit with the husbands! We’re also glad the golf carts made it easy to explore the nearby beaches, and we couldn’t agree more — Playa Negra is truly special. Thank you for the recommendation! We’d love to welcome you all back anytime. Pura Vida 🌺
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Let me start by saying that we absolutely loved the Villa and all it had to offer. The house was fabulous, clean, well maintained and perfectly suited for a large group like ours. We enjoyed all the extras, sauna, cold plunge and the e-bikes were a definite hit! Karla was amazing, we really appreciated everything she for us. The only down side was the problem with the alarm and the lack of internet for the last 3 days.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
Hi Jessica! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the villa and that the amenities—especially the sauna, cold plunge, and e-bikes—made your stay even more enjoyable. We're also happy to hear Karla took great care of you; we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. We truly appreciate your patience with the alarm issue and the unexpected internet outage during your last days. We understand how inconvenient that can be, and we are working with our providers to ensure this doesn’t happen again. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back soon! 🙏✨ Reservations Team Vida Pinilla
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

AMAZING STAY

Our stay at Villa Pinilla was incredible! The perfect balance of relaxation and wellness. The house itself felt like a private retreat, with a beautiful lap pool, rejuvenating sauna, and an invigorating cold plunge that made every morning feel like a reset. It’s just a short walk to the beach and a quick fun bike ride (the house provides awesome Murf Electric bikes) to some of the best surf in the area, which made it easy to spend the days in and out of the water. The staff were attentive, and genuinely made the experience feel effortless. We left feeling healthier, happier, and already planning our next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxury

Beautiful 5 star house. High end accommodation in every respect. Great pool. Wonderful housekeeper. Manager was very reponsive to our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2025
Thank you, Michael! We're thrilled you enjoyed the home and had a 5-star experience. It’s great to hear you loved the pool and that our team was able to make your stay even better. We’d love to host you again in the future! 🌿✨ Reservations & Concierge
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Villa Solana

Beautiful house, wonderful support from the Vida team, and tons of fun exploring the area. We loved Ethel! Couldn’t have been a more perfect trip! Thank you all!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The most beautiful vacation home!!!

This house was absolutely gorgeous!!! It blew us away and we’re used to staying at 5-Star hotels. Ethel was the absolute best! She kept the house so clean everyday and made some amazing food. The location was great! Overall I couldn’t recommend this place more! The pool and back yard was breathtaking!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words and glowing review! We are thrilled to hear that your stay at our vacation home was nothing short of exceptional and that it exceeded your expectations, even as seasoned travelers accustomed to 5-Star hotels. We take immense pride in providing our guests with a truly remarkable experience, and your feedback reaffirms that we're on the right track. It's heartening to know that our efforts to create a welcoming and luxurious environment resonated with you and your family. Ensuring our guests feel comfortable and pampered is our top priority, and your feedback reinforces our commitment to delivering an outstanding stay. Ethel will be happy to hear your kind words about her services. We're lucky to have her as part of our team. I'll be sure to pass along your compliments to her. I'm glad the location worked well for your vacation needs. The proximity to attractions and amenities is something we carefully considered when selecting this property, and it's fantastic to know it met your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family and Friends Getaway

We were a group of 17 and the house provided plenty of space for all of us. The house was beautiful and very well maintained. Carla’s breakfasts were amazing and the perfect way to start each day. The beach club was a lot of fun and we really enjoyed all of the amenities. Everyone had a blast on the e-bikes. We also appreciated the group chat to immediately address any questions. The ATV experience was the favorite event for the kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you so much, Carole! We’re thrilled to hear your group had such a wonderful time and that the house, breakfast with Carla, and all the amenities—including the e-bikes and ATV adventure—helped make it a memorable trip. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and we’re so glad the group chat helped make everything run smoothly. You’re welcome back anytime—Pura Vida! 🌴☀️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our party of 12. Very spacious and comfortable. The outdoor space was amazing and the kids loved the pool. I’d definitely recommend the grocery delivery - very nice option. Joel and property management were wonderful to work with. Very responsive and helpful. Our flight out was canceled and they were kind enough to find us a property to stay one more night and organize the transportation from and to the airport - all within twenty minutes of our request. We’d happily stay at Villa Solana again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thank you so much, Kim! We’re thrilled to hear that Villa Solana was a perfect fit for your group and that everyone enjoyed the space — especially the pool and outdoor areas! It was truly our pleasure to assist, and we're so glad we could help make your extended stay seamless after the flight change. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’d absolutely love to welcome you and your family back anytime. Pura Vida! 🌴✨ The Vida Pinilla Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Incredible house, neighborhood and staff

We had such an incredible stay here and couldn’t recommend it more. From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded expectations. The house was absolutely spotless and clearly very well maintained. It truly felt like every detail had been thought through—there wasn’t a single thing we needed that wasn’t already there. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the utensils, cookware, cups, bowls, and everything else you’d expect (and more), which made it really easy to settle in and feel at home. Beyond the basics, the amenities were amazing—e-bikes for exploring, plenty of games to keep everyone entertained, and standout features like the sauna and cold plunge that made the stay feel like a luxury wellness retreat. The outdoor space was just as impressive. The pool was beautiful and perfect for relaxing, and the soccer field was such a fun bonus—especially for the kids, who spent hours out there playing. It’s not often you find a place that balances relaxation and activity so well for all ages. The beds were extremely comfortable, and we all slept great every night. On top of everything, the staff was fantastic—friendly, responsive, and genuinely helpful throughout our stay, which made a big difference. One thing we really appreciated was how safe and secure the property felt. It gave us complete peace of mind the entire time. Overall, this place checks every box—clean, well-equipped, fun, relaxing, and thoughtfully designed. We would absolutely stay here again without hesitation.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great stay

Overall, we had a great stay at Villa Solana. The team was quite responsive and the amenities were wonderful. The only issue preventing me from 5-star rating was a water issue that occurred on two days, leading to either no water or no hot water in some bathrooms. Eventually, a maintenance crew was able to replace a pump after a couple days. Other than that inconvenience everything was great!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect in Everyway Family Vacation!

Villa Solana exceeded our expectations, the house, the pool, the service! The pool, long walks along the beach, wave jumping in the ocean and the sunsets!!! It was hard to leave the resort area (some of us didn't). Our family of 7 adults had THE most amazing time. The house was spacious enough for everyone and yet drew everyone together to play games, swim and share meals. This was by far our best family vacation ever. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

We enjoyed Villa Solana very much. The pool, sports field and ping pong table offered a lot of opportunities to get out with the kids and play. Hacienda Pinilla is an amazing development and has much to offer with golf, horseback riding and the beach club to name a few. We took many walks down to the beach with was only a couple hundred yards from the home. The home was meticulously cared for and showed very nicely.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2023
Thank you, Terry, for this great review and we are very happy to know you all had a wonderful time in Villa Solana, trust to see you all again in the near future for your next time off and come to have the nicest time with your family in the summer paradise enjoying the beaches, amenities, and nature within Hacienda Pinilla or even exploring out side the community on a full day tour or doing siling trips. We will be here to assist with anything we can, Pura Vida, Vida Luxury Villas/Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay overall. The property is beautiful and worked perfectly for two families traveling together (4 adults, 2 boys, and 2 girls). There was plenty of space, and everyone loved the amenities. The soccer court was a huge hit, the pool kept the kids entertained for hours, and we enjoyed several evenings with private chefs cooking in the well-equipped kitchen. The sauna was also a nice bonus.One of our favorite parts of the trip was the beach. It’s incredibly wide, never felt crowded, and was perfect for long walks. We especially enjoyed walking down the beach to Lola’s and the beach club.The biggest downside was the concierge experience. While they were responsive, booking services was unnecessarily complicated. For example, hiring a chef required downloading an app and linking a bank account instead of simply providing a credit card.We also booked a boat trip through the concierge and were told transportation was arranged. After a one-hour drive to the marina, we discovered the boat had never been reserved because a waiver and payment were still outstanding in an email that landed in my junk folder. No one followed up via WhatsApp, despite coordinating transportation. It was frustrating and resulted in several wasted hours.Overall, the home and location were fantastic, but guests paying for properties at this level expect a more seamless concierge experience and better attention to detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you and your group enjoyed the home, the spacious layout, the pool, soccer court, sauna, and especially the beautiful beach. It’s wonderful to know that Casa Cielo Azul provided a great setting for your families to create lasting memories together. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the concierge experience. We sincerely apologize for the frustration surrounding the boat excursion. Our providers require completed waivers and payment before confirming reservations, and in this case, the outstanding documents unfortunately prevented the booking from being finalized. For future guests, we always recommend booking activities and services as far in advance as possible, especially during peak travel periods such as Spring Break, when availability is limited and providers often have additional confirmation requirements. This helps ensure a smoother experience and allows us to proactively follow up on any missing information. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will continue working to improve our communication and booking processes to provide the seamless experience our guests expect. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. We truly enjoyed hosting your family and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Costa Rica in the future. Pura Vida! 🌴✨ The Vida Pinilla Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just WOW!

Upon entry to the property we were welcomed by upscale scents and a wonderful staff that showed us the property and made sure to answer any questions and give us recommendations.The house and grounds are gorgeous and everything is well thought out and planned. Rooms were spacious and the AC was nice and cold.We opted to have Carla make our breakfast daily and it was so worth it. She was amazing!Only complaint was the sauna and cold plunge weren’t operational but that wasn’t a deal breaker. Kids loved the e-bikes and the local beach was amazing at low tide.Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you so much, CK! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your stay was such a "WOW" experience from the moment you arrived! It means the world to us that you enjoyed the home, the thoughtful details, and especially the warm welcome from our team. Carla will be so happy to hear your kind words—she truly loves making each morning special for our guests! 😊 We're sorry about the sauna and cold plunge not being available during your stay—we're actively working on getting those back up and running soon. In the meantime, we’re so glad your crew had fun with the e-bikes and that you got to enjoy the beauty of the beach at low tide. 🏝️ Thanks again for the high recommendation. We'd love to welcome you all back anytime! Pura Vida! ✨

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