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Villas Kalei

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Grande Beach

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Del Restaurante Cafe del Pueblo, 200 Metros Norte, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪85 min drive‬

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  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator, Garden View (Coqui) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator, Garden View (Coqui)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Playa Grande

Villas Kalei places you 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Grande Beach. This 3-star hotel has 4 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ventanas Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 28 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 42 min drive - 14.6 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Agua Salada - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Villas Kalei

Hotel with free parking, near Grande Beach
Villas Kalei features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a terrace.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and designer toiletries. Furnished patios, dining areas, and microwaves are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 2019
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CRC 33
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for CRC 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: CRC 33 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: CRC 22 per stay
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CRC 10.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - Guanacaste
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • Tax ID number is Guanacaste.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Villas Kalei.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Villas Kalei Hotel Playa Grande
Villas Kalei Hotel
Villas Kalei Playa Grande
Villas Kalei Playa Grande
Villas Kalei Hotel
Villas Kalei Cabo Velas
Villas Kalei Hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Villas Kalei?

This hotel is located in Cabo Velas, close to Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. You'll also find Grande Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Villas Kalei?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Villas Kalei have a casino on the premises?

No, Villas Kalei doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Villas Kalei?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:30 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Villas Kalei a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Villas Kalei?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Villas Kalei have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Villas Kalei doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Villas Kalei allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Villas Kalei.

Does Villas Kalei have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Villas Kalei?

The closest major airport to Villas Kalei is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 7.4 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is around 27 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Villas Kalei?

Yes, every guestroom at Villas Kalei comes with a furnished patio with some featuring garden views.

Villas Kalei Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved how nice the owners were; so inviting. The grounds are amazing; gorgeous, clean, great flow. The glass bungalows are breathtakingly beautiful. I can’t believe we found this place. It is definitely a 10/10. Claudette & Lorraine
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful and immaculately cared for
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not have imagined a better place to stay on our trip to Costa Rica. The owners of Villas Kalei were extremely kind humans who truly cared about their guests and their experience. The property itself is gorgeous and a perfect mix of private and communal. There are a family of monkeys who are extremely fun to watch climb at the tops of the trees. Villas Kalei is also walking distance to amazing restaurants and the beach! You will not be disappointed with this property and the service you receive here! A must stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we loved everything, quiet, comfortable, secure. a serine environment. totally enjoyable .loved this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is gorgeous and brand new.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Villas

Villas Kalei are so beautiful and we loved everything about it! Beautiful touches in the rooms, excellent food close by and very peaceful. Very close to playa grande which was our favorite beach to hang out. The owners are so kind and very helpful in recommending places for food/activities. Definitely recommend for a relaxing getaway. There’s also a group of monkeys that hang out in the trees around the property so that was fun to see. Hope we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is tranquil and beautiful. It is within walking distance of restaurants. Seeing the monkeys in the trees added to the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You can’t go wrong staying here.

I informed Jeisha and Marcos that I typically only leave reviews if my experience is really good or really bad. My experience on their property was WAY better than I expected. I thought the pictures were cute but honestly the instant I stepped on the property I knew I made a good decision. The property was very stylish, very clean, good location, and the owners were SUPER PERSONABLE. I felt very comfortable on the property and enjoyed having some time to speak with them both. A part of me doesn’t want to share any info because I want it to be “my place” that I stay when I’m in CR. However, this place needs to be applauded. No complaints outside of the fact that I only spent a few days. I’ll be back for sure. Thanks Marcos and Jeisha.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place to stay in Playa Grande!

Wonderful cozy place to stay in Playa Grande. Clean rooms/cabins with nice design touches (outdoor shower, big sliding doors that open up the rooms). It’s a newer property so everything is in new condition. Just 4 cabins on the property. Pool was great! Jeisha and Marcos are such kind, welcoming hosts. Close to the beach for daily surfing and near a few great local spots like Pots and Bowls, Casa Inti, and a gym. Stay here if you’re visiting Playa Grande!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is absolutely gorgeous! Very unique. Loved the way the grounds were laid out with every villa having a private mini yard/place to sit outside with hammock and outdoor shower! Very peaceful. The shared grounds were very well kept up. We loved the shared kitchen and that it was outside. Again, very unique! The owners were so very pleasant and welcoming and shared their knowledge of the area and recommended places to see and based on their recommendation of a tour company, with a few emails, all our excursions were taken care of. If you stay here, you should have a car. While you can certainly walk to places near by, there isn't really a town. It was our first time in the country and I was nervous about driving so did not get a car. After being there, it was my only regret. This is a place to stay if you prefer your vacations to be away from the hustle and bustle of crowds and a lot of people.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with modern villas!! Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highlight of Our Trip to Guanacaste, Costa Rica

My 12 yr old daughter and I had 3 blissful days and nights at the Villas Kalei. The design of the Villas, the selection of furniture, the comfortable linens, mattresses...it looked and felt like we were staying in the pages of a travel and design magazine. We spent time in the beautiful pool, prepared meals and played cards in the communal kitchen/dining area, and just relaxed in the villa, which had great air conditioning as well as ceiling fans. Lighting makes a huge difference, and the interior and exterior lighting of the property makes it feel warm, welcome and safe, even in the dark of night. We loved the rose quartz lamp in our Kawai villa. Bathrooms were wonderful, with an indoor and outdoor shower; river rock and polished concrete materials made it seem like a spa. The owners, Jeisha and Marcos, built a special hotel property that reflect an elegant, family oriented lifestyle. We did not have a car, but I was able to take yoga classes each day at the yoga studio a 7 minute walk away, and we dined at nearby restaurants and even had delicious Thai food delivered one night! If you are planning a visit to Guanacaste, put this gem of a place on your radar. You will not regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Villas right near an amazing beach. Wonderfull owners as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vacation bliss

we recently took our first big family vacation (minus our toddler) to CR. My husband and I wanted locations that were comfortable for the kids, didn’t feel like a generic, oversized resort, and that were close to the beach! My husband researches locations like crazy and we ended up wanting to stay near Playa Grande. Everything he showed me was so boring and not authentic. The second he brought up the page to Villa Kalei I was SO excited! The photos online, though nice, don’t do it justice. We immediately felt so welcomed. Jeisha and Marcos were beyond hospitable and helpful. They spent a lot of time patiently sharing the best recommendations - they never seemed bothered or rushed. They were so personable. We saw an iguana, howler monkeys, lounged in the pool, and LOVED the showers. Plus after a long day at the beach the clean and cool room was perfect. Our room fit myself, my 6”2 hubby and our two teenager kids so comfortably- it was so spacious! The whole Having a kitchen outside was wonderful too, especially as I have dietary restrictions that can make eating out difficult. it’s so close to so many beaches, just the perfect home base to check out a TON of the most gorgeous beaches! All in all, wonderful atmosphere, a safe setting, lots of interesting nature, fantastic hosts who are beyond welcoming, and some super interesting villas to rest and relax in! We could not recommend Villas Kalei enough - thank you so much for having us, Jeisha and Marcos!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb

Villas Kalei is a spectacular property. The owners, Jeisha and Marco's superb aesthetic, attention to every detail, and hospitality are unforgettable. You will love it - and them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

New Year’s family vacation.

We had a perfect stay at villas Kalei. Everything about this place was amazing. Very quiet and secluded, but also a few minutes walk to a nearby restaurant, a convenient store and about 15 minutes walk ( 2 mins drive ) to playas grande (beach). The rooms in the private villas are very beautiful and spacious. The outdoor shower was also a plus. Waking up everyday with an amazing view of nature was breathtaking. Our hosts Jeisha and Marcos were excellent and made us feel welcomed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Playa Grande Bungalow

Amazing place! Pictures do not do it justice. Brand new. Probably the best place I've stayed in Costa Rica. Everything was constructed as a person would want to have as an inviting home. Jeisha and Marcos are amazing and so cordial.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Villa Kalei was amazing. It is an absolutely beautiful place in an amazing location to see amazing beaches and Costa Rican treasures like hot springs, waterfalls, etc. Jeisha and Marcos are wonderful hosts. They greeted us warmly on arrival even tho we arrived quite late. They were available during our stay to offer advice on our outings, point us toward the best beaches, restaurants, etc. They even arranged a boat cruise one evening. The villas was stunning. There are 4 homes on the property. Ours was modern, immaculate, and well appointed. We even had a private outdoor shower. The photos don’t do it justice. The pool was lovely, and we took a dip each morning before we headed to the beach, and after dinner before bed. It was quiet and peaceful. I traveled alone with my two teen daughters. I felt very safe and taken care of the whole time. Jeisha and Marcos have something very special at Villas Kalei. I hope you gonand experience it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

LuisChiang, San Jose, Costa Rica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place near Playa Grande Guanaaste. Perfect place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie Pier

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très agréable séjour en famille. Les lieux sont superbes! Nous avons adoré nos vacances.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023