If diversity was a destination on earth, then Costa Rica would be its capital. The lush Central American country is one of the most biodiverse places in the world. Think of unending white sand beaches, gushing waterfalls, verdant rainforests, misty mountains, and wildlife. It’s no surprise that this idyllic land offers luxury in dollops in the form of luxurious villas. Exhilarating views, sumptuous interiors, and private pools are just some reasons why you should be staying in luxury villas on your Costa Rican holiday. In that case, plan your trip to the Rich Coast and scroll down for a list of the top luxury villas in Costa Rica.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Art Villa, Uvita (from USD 2369)
Part of a boutique resort, this exquisite villa rental is exactly what you need when you are looking to relax in the lap of luxury.
A 4x4 is needed to access it, and the resort can help arrange the same for guests. This luxury home in Costa Rica is located on a hillslope and the height offers some of the best views of the Pacific. All glass walls allow guests to fully immerse themselves in the tropical surroundings of the resort.
The house opens onto a multi-layered terrace with an infinity pool overlooking the ocean and the dense forest. The villa does come with a kitchen, but you might not even use it as the booking is inclusive of breakfast and the resort restaurant is available for all other meals. Guests enjoy access to a 100-ft (30.48-m) water slide, a sauna, and an indoor-outdoor play area for kids.
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waking up to the beautiful view and pool every morning was pricelessthis villa is beautiful and unique with very large rooms and common areas with minimalistic architectureCleanliness:
we returned from one of our atv excursions super muddy and anything short of clean of courseRead more reviewsHost:
i contacted our host johan who was nice enough & willing to schedule a taxi pick upbeautiful villa with very helpful staffpetra and filip were excellent hostswow if the place didn’t have enough going for it the owners and staff are also fantasticsuper helpful and responsive
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2. Boho Villa, Playa Hermosa (from USD 1286)
Enjoy Costa Rican hospitality with full housekeeping and concierge service at this luxe villa with a private pool in Costa Rica. This modern multi-level house makes extensive use of glass walls to filter natural light as well as the dense jungle surroundings into the villa. The rooms of this Airbnb vacation rental flow seamlessly into one another and offer plush and comfortable interior spaces that evoke a sense of tranquility.
The pool deck runs the entire length of the house and is an exceptional place to relax with a swing, sun loungers, and even a daybed to choose from. In the evening, slide open the glass walls and make the patio an extension of the living and dining areas for your own little private party in the jungle.
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the view is amazing the pool is super nice the outdoor patio is super relaxingRead more reviewsHost:
excellent service from knowledgeable professional friendly proactive and caring peoplethank you for being an incredible host the villa and the service exceeded all our expectationsthank you so much for hosting my birthday here; the girls and i had a fantastic time
3. Beautiful Balinese-style property in Tamarindo (from USD 3790)
Imagine an expansive Balinese abode with a touch of luxury and exoticness in the middle of Costa Rica–that’s Casa Alang Alang for you. Nestled on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean in the vibrant beach town of Tamarindo, this is one of the most luxury places to stay in Costa Rica. The stunning seven-bedroom property features Indonesian building materials, bringing a slice of Bali to Costa Rica. Begin your day by tucking into a delectable breakfast prepared by the housekeeping staff. After a session in the on-site gym, you can relax on the hammock or the sun loungers by the pool. Aside from a full kitchen and a comfortable living room, you’ll also find seven homey bedrooms for a blissful sleep. Wrap up the day by digging into a delicious barbecue dinner on the terrace with ocean views.
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no words to describe the zen comfortable and beautiful interior and exterior of this villaRead more reviewsHost:
the house staff were all great and we enjoyed getting to know everyonethe staff were all kind hard working and made our stay extra specialvilla and it's staff rate a perfect 10
4. Exquisite estate in Herradura (from USD 2706)
Tropical Costa Rican and traditional Mediterranean styles blend beautifully together at this luxurious five-bedroom estate at Los Suenos Resort. This estate has a large pool by the beach and has a whole slew of amazing luxuries that makes it special to stay. To begin with, it has six huge rooms, which make sleeping a luxuriously blissful experience. Relax on the thatched palapas by the pool while sipping drinks from the pool bar, which is a unique experience. You’ll even find an outdoor hot tub, a barbecue, and even a yoga area. Prepare some delicious meals in the full kitchen and dig into your creation in the alfresco dining area.
5. Luxurious abode with infinity pool in Santa Teresa (from USD 264)
Luxurious and tropical living doesn’t get any better than in this phenomenally lavish house in Santa Teresa. Its private infinity pool boasts once-in-a-lifetime views of the ocean, and the poolside sun loungers are the ideal place to unwind on a lazy morning. This private villa in Costa Rica is surrounded by a lush jungle, which makes the setting all the more bucolic. Inside the house, you’ll find a living room overlooking the pool and a full kitchen right beside it. Stairs lead to two bedrooms where the evening light streaming in from the balcony is the ideal setting to enjoy a glass of wine.
Top guest reviews
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great wifi and fully loaded kitchenthe pool and ocean view are also beautiful with amazing sunsetsview and pool is absolutely stunning and camila is a super hosti would like to see a booklet in the house with all the wi-fi suggestions rules etcthe house is great too and the view in the infinity pool is amazingCleanliness:
super clean relaxing and scenicthe place was exceptionally clean- clean all your food up after every mealthe place itself was very cleanwhich my friends and i cleaned up so the house maids wouldn’t have toHost:
camila the manager was awesome and the french owner was very niceour host met us to give us the keys and was very responsive to any requests or needscamila is a great hosttips from camilla are perfect and she is a fantastic hostgreat place great host amazing viewRead more reviewsLocation:
would definitely come to this location againthe house and location were absolutely beautifulpretty cool place and remote but there are neighbors right on the side of youthis is largely due to the elevation of the location which is perfect to mention the driving componentcasa la niña is a magnificent place to stay in santa teresa
6. Gorgeous getaway in Manuel Antonio (from USD 408)
Sitting right in the heart of the resort town of Manuel Antonio is this fabulous four-bedroom villa, which is also one of the high-end homes around. So, no matter where in the house you stand, you can have the most incredible and sweeping views of the mainland and the ocean. Several balconies allow you to take in views while enjoying a cup of the finest Costa Rican coffee in the morning after having a dip in the pool. The partly shaded barbecue area is the best place to hang out with your travel buddies while devouring a delectable dish. Retire to the plush rooms at night, all of which come with heavenly ocean views.
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the pool and ac were awesome to cool off in the heatthe pool was a delightwe loved the pool and the balconies to sit out and chatCleanliness:
comfortable and very clean house with a very nice poolwe had a fantastic experience at this clean well-stocked housethe house and pool were clean and we enjoyed our stayit was so nice to have tamara come to clean daily and do laundry upon requestthe home was extremely clean and comfortableHost:
natalia the property manager was available and helpfulthe host natalia was incredibly easy to communicate with and gave all types of tips and suggestionsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful villa super close to the townthis house was in a great location10 minutes max drive to manuel antonio national park and espladilla beach which we lovedwe loved this placeloved the guided tour and seeing all the wildlife at manuel antonio national park
7. Grand Tuscan villa with a full-time chef in Samara (from USD 750)
Italian style comes to Costa Rica in this opulent, ocean-front Tuscan villa in Samara, which is the pinnacle of luxurious living in the country. If you don’t mind splurging on a tropical vacation, then we’d highly recommend this villa, which has a full-time chef! If you still want to cook, you’ll love cooking up a storm in the spacious chef’s kitchen. Right next to the kitchen is the marvelous outdoor terrace with alfresco seating and a barbecue grill. It’s the perfect place to dig into a lip-smacking meal and enjoy views of the lush gardens and the ocean beyond. Even the three bedrooms feature superb ocean views.
Top guest reviews
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the rooms are air conditioned & have a ceiling fanthe bedrooms are a nice size and each has air conditioning and a private bathroomthe kitchen is well appointed and the common areas have comfortable furnituremy kids loved the pool and view of the oceanthe pool and out door living space is amazingCleanliness:
villa amore is striking it is kept impeccably clean and the grounds very well maintainedthis house was amazing pool was wonderful everything was very cleanit is very pleasant to come to a beautiful/clean place and have very nice people waiting for youthey did a fantastic job the villa was clean and well maintainedHost:
alex was very helpful with restaurant suggestions & with any other questions we hadjenny and alex were very helpfulthe property care takers alex and jenny were greatthe owners george and isabella are very responsive and the onsite staff alex and jenny are terrificthey are just wonderful hosts made us feel very comfortable and like it was our own homeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great - easy access to beaches restaurants and activitiesit is well appointed and comfortable and in a beautiful locationwe loved our stay and highly recommend this location world class property and super responsive management
8. Ravishing resort in Uvita (from USD 508)
If you’re a large group of family or friends looking to take a vacation in Costa Rica in style, then look no further than this exceptional four-bedroom villa on a private estate in the coastal town of Uvita. What makes it fantastic is that it comes with on-site staff, including a housekeeper and cook, so you don’t have to worry about making meals. Besides sweeping bedrooms and an upscale kitchen and living space, the highlight of the villa is the outdoor area. Splash about in the uniquely shaped pool, one of the area’s largest, and enjoy wonderful meals al fresco. During evenings, fire up the barbecue and dig into flavorful fare while enjoying views of the ocean.
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the pool is huge and spectacularCleanliness:
it was absolutely beautiful spacious very clean and well-appointedHost:
during our stay the caretakers licho and darling were amazingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of this place it's perfectthis is a cant miss location we will definitely be backeverything in this place it's impressive
9. Stunning vacation home in Santa Teresa (from USD 455)
If seclusion and exclusive living are what you’re looking for, then this boutique villa offers is perfect for you. Located in Santa Teresa close by the beach, the villa has two luxurious bedrooms, one with outdoor seating and another with direct pool access. The place offers plenty of relaxation nooks, such as the open-plan living, dining, and full kitchen area. You even have a private bar in the form of a kitchen island with bar stools. The highlight of the place is the swimming pool with sunbeds to the side where you can laze away.
Top guest reviews
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there is also a well equiped kitchen for those who like to self cater on holidayCleanliness:
super clean home with great feng shuithe beds are comfortable and everything was very cleanHost:
the owner was never rude and the kitchen was well equippedsam was a perfect host who was attentive to our needs and quick to respond to requestswe absolutly loved the villa <3 the owner is very nice and helpfulsam and his assistant elad were both extremely helpful in coordinating excursions dinners and recommending things to do/seeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very goodit is centrally located and an easy walk to a large variety of restaurantsi can not picture many places like the one sam has created
10. Striking ranch-style villa with private beach access in Tamarindo (from USD 1190)
This ranch-style Villa Monoi is just minutes away from Playa Langosta in Tamarindo and has private beach access. It’s perfect for a large group to relax together. It boasts casual-chic interiors with brass, wooden, leather, and wicker furnishings, lending it a plush yet open feel. Aside from having large four bedrooms, you’ll find a wide living room and dining area as well as a fully equipped kitchen. A foldaway glass door divides the room from the the terrace. You can enjoy a dip in the pool or lie on the sun loungers while reading a book. Fire up the barbecue to enjoy a serene evening under the stars.
11. Rustic hideaway with a lovely garden near Tamarindo (from USD 195)
Costa Rica comes alive in this rustic two-bedroom hideaway near Tamarindo. Whether you’re lounging in the open living-dining area or outside on the hammock, every nook and corner of the villa makes for a tranquil relaxing place. Whip up meals in the cutesy but well-equipped kitchen. Then dine al fresco while admiring the view of the garden. The barbecue grill is a great way to get together with friends to enjoy a cool evening outside. No matter where you are in the house, you can catch glimpses of local wildlife and birds that have made the lush surrounding tropical forest their home.
Top guest reviews
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the bathroom is spacious with lots of strong hot waterit was extremely clean well furnished and the kitchen had everything we needed including drinks coffee and spicesnone in the living room but honestly it was fine for usCleanliness:
as for the actual accommodation it was extremely clean and had everything we neededit literally has it all: clean stylish and fully furnished houseclean house and a short walk to the beach as well as several local restaurantsHost:
david is a great hostdavid is a great hostdavid is an excellent hostdavid is a very genuine and helpful hosthe was easily the best host we have ever encounteredRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is an easy 10 minute walk to the beachthe house comfort surrounded by trees very close to the beachthis is a pleasant recently renovated 2-home property on a great quiet location near avellanas beachspent an enjoyable and relaxing few days at david’s place and wish we could have stayed longergreat location if you want to avoid crowded beaches
12. Modern gated property in Santa Teresa
A modern blend of white and wood is what best describes the striking Casa Noa in Santa Teresa, which is featured on Forbes’ list of the 10 most breathtaking beaches ever. This gated property is no less gorgeous and features three bedrooms, all of which provide ocean views. The fully equipped kitchen is a great space to cook meals, which you can enjoy in the dining room, on the alfresco furniture, or even on the sun loungers by the pool. On lazy afternoons, curl up on the hammock or enjoy a picnic on the private lawn. When daylight fades, enjoy a delicious dinner by the barbecue.
Santa Teresa, Puntarenas, Costa RicaTop guest reviews
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highly recommend enjoying the afternoon views/sunset by the poolRead more reviewsHost:
the host is super helpful kind and with the most positive vibe wich makes the experience even better
An extravagant Costa Rican vacation
Costa Rica is a travel destination where you should definitely splurge, especially when it has such excellent choices of stunning, lavish villas with gardens, pools, and captivating views of the ocean. Whether you’re traveling as a couple, as a family, or with friends, these top 10 luxury villas in Costa Rica will make your beach holiday truly special and memorable.
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