LIFE AT A DIFFERENT PACE

Where the days finally slow down

Costa Rica's Pacific coast runs on its own clock. Mornings start early with the sound of the jungle waking up, afternoons stretch out by the pool or the surf, and evenings settle into something unhurried. A private villa here means the pace of the trip is entirely yours to set.

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DESTINATIONS IN COSTA RICA

Where will Costa Rica take you?

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FEATURED VILLAS ACROSS THE REGION

Distinctive homes across Costa Rica.

A first look at the homes and settings that shape this region.

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WHY COSTA RICA

What makes this coast distinct.

Costa Rica's Pacific coast is shaped by its landscape, its seasons, and its pace.

  1. A shorter flight than it feels

    Costa Rica's Pacific coast is closer than most people expect, with direct routes from major US gateways landing guests in the jungle by afternoon.

  2. Wildlife is part of daily life, not an excursion

    Howler monkeys, scarlet macaws, and sea turtles show up around the villa itself, not just on a planned tour.

  3. The ocean sets the schedule

    Surf breaks, tide pools, and sunset timing shape the day more than any itinerary would.

  4. A softer kind of luxury

    Open-air living, natural materials, and a slower pace define the villas here more than formality or scale.

An open-air villa lounge beside a pool and trees overlooking the coast in Costa Rica
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Guanacaste, one coast with many characters

Guanacaste pairs established communities with genuine beach access, making it an easy starting point for a first villa stay in Costa Rica.

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Travel inspiration

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THE VILLA LUXE WAY

Your Costa Rica Stay, Personally Tailored

One point of contact from the first Destination comparison to the final details.

Tell us who is traveling, how you want the trip to feel, and what matters most. Your Costa Rica specialist will match you with the right villa and help shape the details around your stay.

  1. Tell us what you would like

    Share your dates, group size, and a sense of how you want your days in Costa Rica to feel.

  2. We narrow it down together

    We match you with villas suited to your preferences.

  3. We handle the rest

    Arrangements are set before you arrive, with plenty of room to adjust the details once you're settled into your villa.

Costa Rica, personally planned

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