Located in Barrio Las Playitas, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Puntarenas Beach and Puntarenas Marine Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!
This duplex is a 1 minute walk from the warm beaches of Puntarenas and a 5 minute walk from the Tourist Promenade (El Paseo de los Turistas). It is the "Perfect Retreat" for a couple or a small family. Very close to restaurants, bars, live music, supermarkets and other services. Enjoy the natural flora and fauna of the rainforest, including iguanas, tropical birds and an indoor aquarium. There are plenty of attractions nearby including small cruises, carnivals and night clubbing. This home is a SELF CHECK-IN.
This intimate home has a bunk bed [two single beds], a full-size bed and a single bed, as well as 2 sofas, a breakfast table, tile floors, a cozy patio, washer and dryer and a small but well equipped kitchen. The house is equipped with an A/C unit, but there are also multiple fans throughout the home, which create a cool, breezy and tropical environment.
*Notice -Although the house does not have hot water, the showers have tepid water and are refreshing when returning from a hot or humid day.
The house is 5 minutes walking distance from the closest bus terminal, and has easy access transportation to buses, taxis and ferries.
Puntarenas can be hot, rainy and humid. And though we clean out drainages and fumigate regularly, please expect to run in to occasional outdoor pests like crickets, water bugs, lizards, geckos, ants and roaches, etc. They may attempt to enter the house through the patio (where the bathroom is located) so please be advised to keep the back windows and patio door closed as much as possible to avoid their presence in the casita.
No Garage: Please be aware the house does not have a garage. However, guests can park right in front of the home. It’s a friendly neighborhood.
For Secured Parking: There is a car wash (200 meters West of the AirBnb) on Avenida 2 and in between Calle 16 & Calle 14 that will rent secured parking for 2000 colones (about $3) a night.
*Notice: this house is equipped with video surveillance inside the gated entrance for security.
**There is bedspace for only 5 guests. We allow up to 8 guests. If your party is larger than 5 people, you will need to bring an air mattress or provide your own bedding accommodations.
***Notice for guests: It’s an additional $10 for cleaning for each week (7 days) booked.
****PETS: Pets are welcome! It is a non-refundable fee of $5 per pet.
This house is gated and is equipped with a surveillance camera in the entrance and with a lockbox for retrieving the house key. There is available street parking infront of the home and locals describe the area as safe to park. However, private parking can be requested and arranged. It is $5/night.
One minute away is the beach front. It’s furnished with tables and chairs, hammocks and benches for everyone to enjoy. Bring a towel and a drink and make yourself at home!
By booking your stay at this duplex, you fully agree to abide by the following house rules:
1. Do not attempt to enter premises before 2PM. If your arrival was sooner than expected, please contact us to ensure there are not already guests present. We may be able to accommodate you. 2. Please do not dispose of toilet paper, tampons or food down the toilet as it will clog it up immediately. Use the trashcan. 3. Absolutely no smoking inside the house. The front gated area is okay, keep the front door closed though while you smoke. 4. Maintain the house as tidy as you found it. 5. This house is equipped with video surveillance inside the gated entryway for protection. 6. Please report any additional guests not included in your original booking. It is a $5 charge per guest after 5 guests. 7. Please ensure windows and doors are closed when using A/C and turn off A/C when not in the home. Sometimes the use of fans is sufficient.
Please ensure the following when you checkout: 1. Gather all personal belongings 2. Close/lock all windows and doors 3. Turn of A/C 4. Turn off all fans 5. Turn off all lights 6. Make sure all equipment is turned off and/or stored (tv, stove, coffee pot, etc) 7. Return key to lock after you lock up the front door and the front gate.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.
Note from host: Smoking is permitted only in front and back patio.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 800 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
3 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Note from host: You are responsible for all pet damages and mess.
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Bring own bedding/crib for 2 years and under.
Important information
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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! Puntarenas
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Barrio Las Playitas within a 10-minute walk of Puntarenas Beach and Puntarenas Marine Park. You'll also find Puntarenas Pier and Puntarenas Cathedral less than a mile away.
How much does it cost to stay at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!?
As of Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! on Jun 14, 2025 start from $75.0, excluding 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.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!?
At this beachfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring kitchens.
Does Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tambor (TMU), which is 26.8 mi away (125 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is around 27.2 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!?
Yes, every accommodation at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! comes with a deck.
Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! Reviews
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2/10 Terrible
Richard D.
Jan 4, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Garbage everywhere, extremely dirty house, mold in the shower.
Everything was dirty in the property, from the shower curtain full of black mold to coffee maker and fans. Streets are full of garbage outside, smell of sewages and garbage is everywhere. In the shower we found worms and spiders. They even did not have the cutesy of cleaning the dishes, we had to re-wash everything before use. It was horrible. We decided to leave for a hotel the last 5 days of our trip.