Santa Teresa Luxury

Activities & Services in Santa Teresa

Surfing
One thing we recommend to our guests at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes: go surfing! Young or old, you should try surfing at least once. From the first lesson you will experience the thrill and rush of catching a wave. Experienced surfers, check with us for board rentals and surfing conditions. Surfing Santa Teresa, Costa Rica brings you to famous surf spots like Playa Santa Teresa, Playa Hermosa and Montezuma with stellar surf conditions all year long and no crowds. Whether or not you came to Santa Teresa for surfing, you won’t want to miss the thrill of seeing – or surfing – these world-class beaches. Check with your personal concierge to arrange your surf experience.




Yoga
Be inspired by the dreamy downbeat vibe of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica where slowing down, breathing deeply, and losing track of time lull you into letting go of life’s stresses. Want to relax into Zen-like bliss with a professional massage? We bring the best local massage therapists, who come from all over the world, right to your Santa Teresa vacation home rental to spoil you with healing, relaxing, and rejuvenating treatments. Or, we can set up an appointment for you at one of Santa Teresa’s luxury spas, where you can indulge in natural body care and esthetic treatments. Unwind in a private yoga session just for you at home. Or join a beachfront yoga class or a Pilates class at one of the local yoga centers or top resorts in town. We work with the most professional international instructors in the area.
Montezuma Waterfall
Hiking to Montezuma Waterfalls is an especially popular activity in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. The famous waterfalls – three separate cascades along the Montezuma River – are noted for hiking, swimming in the refreshing pools, and simply relaxing and enjoying the picturesque natural beauty. Ask your personal concierge at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes to arrange a trip for you to Montezuma Falls. Your personal guide will take you on an easy 40-minute drive to the quaint village of Montezuma and lead you on an informative nature hike to the waterfalls.







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Canopy Zip Line Tour
Zip lining is one of the top adventure tours in Costa Rica, and zip lining in Santa Teresa is an unforgettable experience. Soar through the jungle on safe and strong steel cables using professional equipment – and maybe spot a monkey or two as you fly over the tree canopy. Ask your personal concierge at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes to help you book a thrilling zip lining tour. Experienced bilingual guides will lead you on an exciting zip lining tour with the highest safety rating. No experience required, and zip lining is fun for the entire family. The views alone are worth the trip.


Sportfishing
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica is one of the world’s top sportfishing destinations and boasts over a dozen IGFA world records. Depending on the time of year, although catches are year-round, you can fish for sailfish, blue and black marlin, mahi mahi, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, red snapper, roosterfish and much more. Ask your concierge at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes to help you plan and book an offshore or inshore sportfishing trip. You’ll have a fluent English-Spanish speaking expert fishing guide who not only will take you fishing, but after you catch your fish, will cook it for you at your vacation home rental. What could be better!
Tortuga Island Tour
Famous for its picture-perfect white sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters, Tortuga Island, Costa Rica is the quintessential tropical paradise. Protected in the Nicoya Gulf from currents, it is an ideal spot for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking. You also can hike the forested hills or go on a canopy zip line tour. Ask your personal concierge at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes to help you organize a day trip to Tortuga Island for the ultimate tropical paradise tour of your dreams.




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Horseback Riding​
The long, white sand beach of Playa Santa Teresa, by the shimmering Pacific Ocean and lush green jungle, is perfect for horseback riding. Explore the remarkable palm-fringed shore at sunset – what better way to enjoy the sensational colors and sights of the day’s end! Nearby places like Montezuma, Mal Pais, Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, and other beaches are equally wonderful for horseback riding. Check with your personal concierge at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes to arrange an unforgettable Santa Teresa horseback riding experience for you, your friends and family.


Stand Up Paddling
The clear, calm waters by Santa Teresa, Costa Rica are ideal for stand-up paddle boarding, aka SUP (Stand-up Paddling). Paddle boarding is a great whole-body workout and the perfect way to explore the amazing coastline of Santa Teresa. Ask your personal concierge at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes to arrange paddle boarding for you and your friends and family. Your tour guides, including Costa Rica’s national SUP champion, will help you learn the easy sport and ensure you have lots of fun.




Cabo Blanco & Curu Natural Reserve
This small national park at the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula is a beautiful place to hike in tropical forest to see birds, monkeys and other wildlife. One trail leads to a secluded white-sand beach where you can swim. You will also be amazed by Costa Rica´s biodiversity in Curu´s Wildlife Refuge Nature Reserve.
Scuba Diving​
Scuba diving in Costa Rica is world class and attracts divers from all over the globe to explore the clear, nutrient-rich waters filled with an impressive diversity of marine life and volcanic rock formations. There are high-quality dive shops in Santa Teresa where you can rent dive gear and take professional diving courses with qualified and experienced instructors. Ask your concierge at Santa Teresa Luxury Vacation Homes to help you arrange a diving and snorkeling trip to see for yourself the beautiful underwater marine life of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica.









Dine Out At Santa Teresa Restaurants​
Some of the best restaurants in Costa Rica are in Santa Teresa, thanks to the international community that lives here. Top chefs from all over the world live in Santa Teresa, giving rise to a growing gourmet foodie scene. From grilled octopus and the freshest sushi to wood-fired pizzas and beef braised in chili and coffee, you will find food with flair. Latin American, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Asian, European, tropical fusion, vegan and vegetarian, and of course traditional Costa Rican – it is all here. Healthy, fresh, organic, and local produce are popular trends. Ask your personal concierge to recommend the type of restaurant you’re looking for and get ready for an unforgettable dining experience. Connect with the locals at sunset happy hours around town. Make dining-out part of your vacation memories
Concierge
Friendly and bilingual in English-Spanish, your concierge loves to share the wonders of Santa Teresa and give you insider tips to experience the Costa Rica that most tourists miss
Dine In with a Private Chef
Hire an international private chef to shop, cook and do the cleanup while you delight in mouthwatering dishes. Spoil yourself with the ultimate treat.
Relax Refresh Unwind
Be inspired by the dreamy downbeat vibe of Santa Teresa, where slowing down, breathing deeply, and losing all track of time lull you into letting go of life’s stresses.

Come to Santa Teresa, Costa Rica for world-class surfing, sportfishing, snorkeling and scuba diving, hiking, and nature and adventure tours. Visit organic farms and some of Costa Rica’s best restaurants in Santa Teresa’s growing foodie scene.

Explore the spectacular diversity of the Nicoya Peninsula. Every day is full of fun and adventure in Santa Teresa. Plan your activities with your personal concierge at Cala Luxury Vacation Homes. We’re here to make your vacation extraordinary.

Transportation
Our personal concierge can arrange your transportation to your fabulous vacation home rental.

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"If you want to have the perfect vacation in Santa Teresa Costa Rica you absolutely must stay at Casa Milya. This place is amazing!!! Clean comfortable accommodating & perfectly located. I stayed there & can’t wait to go back. The people were amazing. Took care of everything we needed. Fantastic vacation spot! Absolutely perfect 👌"
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Shully AmzalagCasa Milya
"Casa Milya is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Its design is very original, comfortable and cozy. The house is perfectly equipped and not a single detail is missing. At the time of our arrival they welcomed us with a basket with fruits, chocolates, wine and more super cute things that made us feel welcome. "
Lucrecia Trillo
Lucrecia TrilloCasa Milya
"I was very surprised in a very good way! Above my expectations! this place is Amazing! An unforgettable experience. The best sunset view from the mountain next to the pool and location is very close to the beach. Cute Animals running around I saw ducks, peacocks & birds it is unreal. Wow!!. I am Speechless! Thank you Emilya Tal for such a wonderful hospitality and personal guide. Would defiantly stay again. "
Marco Nahmias
Marco NahmiasCasa Aria
"Loved the property and Santa Teresa! Beautiful property just steps from the beach! Perfect location with bars/restaurants on either side of you, and right in the middle of town--great for walking to shops, stores, restaurants."
alice mVilla Bonita
"Only a few steps from the beach and from great places to eat and drink. There was no reason to leave the area during our stay, although we really enjoyed our ATV trip to Montezuma. Our concierge was responsive and arranged our needs. Also nice to have three full bathrooms and AC."
Benjamin SVilla Bonita
5/5 Ah-mazing!

Everything was beyond incredible. The property managers were on point and available anytime we needed anything! The home is so perfectly located. Everyone in our 8 person group was very pleased! We walked to shops, bars, restaurants and most importantly, the beach!
Karen SVilla Bonita
Wonderful!!

The home was even nicer than the pictures! We were greeted upon arrival and given a quick tour. They had coconuts and fresh fruit for us! Not fancy, just perfect! Plenty of room for the 8 of us! Home, yard and pool were very well kept. The location was perfect. From the two huge wooden rocking chairs on the large covered veranda you could see through the yard to the ocean which was literally a 2min walk. The kitchen was my favourite part. Big windows on three sides and could see the ocean while washing the dishes. Drinking water was provided which was a bonus! The coloured lights in the gardens at night gave it an beautiful ambiance even at night! Plenty of sitting areas all around the yard!! The staff were friendly and effecient!! Can't wait to go back!!
Lisa PVilla Bontia
A dream vacation

Villa Bonita was the perfect vacation home for our family. We were a group of 9 (including a baby and a 5 year old) and the house had plenty of space for all of us. Most of the days were spent in the outdoor area, either swimming in the pool or cooking in the outdoor kitchen. We enjoyed being in the heart of it all and became quite proficient in the local shopping scene. We had our favorite breakfast place, supermarket and amazing restaurants. Dani and Emiliya were the perfect hosts! They were super responsive when we needed them but gave us plenty of privacy and space...so much that by the end of our 8 days we felt like it was a second home. We loved being steps away from the beach, going for daily walks, collecting shells, enjoying the surf and the sunsets. There is plenty of sight seeing around but we were mostly content to just lazy about and relax at the house and the local town. Looking back it truly felt like a dream and we see ourselves visiting again. There is just something special about Santa Teresa and Villa Bonita. Thank you so much for an amazing vacation.
Kefi GVilla Bonita
Amazing beach front house, we spent a wonderful weekend with the family. The service was great, and Bianca and Gabriel were wonderful helping us with everything we need. We will definetly come back!
Christel ACasa Milya
La casa perfecta para vacaciones y relajarse durante unos días, disfrutamos de principio a fin. Todo en ella está tan bien acomodando y distribuido que parece increíble estar en un lugar así. Gabriel es una persona sumamente amable y está al tanto de todas las necesidades que se tengan como huésped antes, durante y después de la estadía, no hay que preocuparse de nada, solamente de disfrutan de ese lugar tan espectacular. Vielka la chica de la limpieza es un ser humano tan maravilloso que sientes que es parte de tu familia. Pasamos unas vacaciones perfectas frente al mar y en un lugar de ensueño, espero realmente poder regresar pronto. Gracias de verdad!
Marcela HCasa Milya
We had the BEST week here. This place is worth every penny. The owner and staff are super friendly and so is the security guard and cleaning people. I'll be back here every year from now on.
Erick RVilla Bonita
Loved the property and Santa Teresa! Beautiful property just steps from the beach! Perfect location with bars/restaurants on either side of you, and right in the middle of town--great for walking to shops, stores, restaurants.
ALice MVilla Bonita
Great location and service. Only a few steps from the beach and from great places to eat and drink. There was no reason to leave the area during our stay, although we really enjoyed our ATV trip to Montezuma. Our concierge was responsive and arranged our needs. Also nice to have three full bathrooms and AC.
Benjamin SVilla Bonita
Ah-mazing! Everything was beyond incredible. The property managers were on point and available anytime we needed anything! The home is so perfectly located. Everyone in our 8 person group was very pleased! We walked to shops, bars, restaurants and most importantly, the beach!
Karen SVilla Bonita
Beautiful cozy home with extremely friendly service ... We are an extended family of 7 who enjoyed Villa Bonita so much we hope to return! It had everything we needed; comfortable beds, 4 full baths, well stocked kitchen, outdoor grill, patio seating, large dining table, gorgeously landscaped fenced in yard, outdoor shower, pool, lounge chairs, and stunning view of the ocean and beach. The extremely friendly and efficient people who manage the property were amazing! ... I've never stayed in a cleaner vacation home. Our groundskeeper daily cleaned the pool, lounge chairs, walkways, outdoor shower, grill, and removed whatever had fallen from the trees. He even changed a flat tire so one of our rental cars could be driven until the tire was repaired. The property's coded gate and night time security guard helped us feel safe, never concerned about our belongings either. Banana Beach Restaurant located next door was a fun place to relax and enjoy pleasant local live music and cocktails plus tasty food. Many restaurants, shops and markets are close to Villa Bonita, very short walks in both directions. Thanks to all of you for helping us have a such a blast that we miss Costa Rica, Villa Bonita and you so much already!
Teresa J
Very comfortable stay. Friendly staff Would recommend. Great location and the privacy we were hoping for. Every place we desired to go was within walking distance. Perfect 👌🏻
Ruan W
A dream vacation Villa Bonita was the perfect vacation home for our family. We were a group of 9 (including a baby and a 5 year old) and the house had plenty of space for all of us. Most of the days were spent in the outdoor area, either swimming in the pool or cooking in the outdoor kitchen. We enjoyed being in the heart of it all and became quite proficient in the local shopping scene. We had our favorite breakfast place, supermarket and amazing restaurants. Dani and Emiliya were the perfect hosts! They were super responsive when we needed them but gave us plenty of privacy and space...so much that by the end of our 8 days we felt like it was a second home. We loved being steps away from the beach, going for daily walks, collecting shells, enjoying the surf and the sunsets. There is plenty of sight seeing around but we were mostly content to just lazy about and relax at the house and the local town. Looking back it truly felt like a dream and we see ourselves visiting again. There is just something special about Santa Teresa and Villa Bonita. Thank you so much for an amazing vacation.
Kefi G
Still Paradise! This was our second stay at Villa Bonita in two years. We loved it so much last summer, we had to come back. Villa Bonita is nothing short of paradise. Everything is taken care of by the awesome staff, allowing you to completely relax not have a care in the world. Janet the cleaning lady is extremely professional and courteous, and is a master at towel art! Emilya is always available to help with any problems, the pool is always clean, the beach is a twenty second walk away, and Banana Beach restaurant and bar is right next door. My 20 year old nephew came with us this year and found it difficult to leave the front porch. It was too beautiful and serene. He definitely wants to come back to Villa Bonita! Thank you Emilya for running such a great operation. You are definitely a step above all of the other rentals I have visited!
John DoePatrick E
Villa Bonita , amazing vacation! Excellent vacation!!! We stayed at villa Bonita for one week, the perfect place for family , it’s on the beach , few steps from banana beach, the beach is beautifully the restaurant is great , good food and great service, The villa is very clean very spacious, great housekeeping and facilitys services, beautiful kitchen with all the equipment that needed, great pool, in every room there is shower and toilet,ac and beautiful furnitures. the owners are amazing people,very helpful ,any thing you need they make it happened. The villa location is in the center very close to all the restaurants, food stores, and beach facilities. Definitely I will return for another’s vacation at villa Bonita ,,, highly recommend!!! Enjoy your time at villa Bonita!
Sharon A
Paradise! This space is incredible!!! Me and my family stayed at the villa andfor a week and we had the time of our lives! The staff was so helpful and was able to arrange for tours to Tortuga island, Cabo Blanco and horseback riding on the beach! The pool and landscaping are stunning and each room is spacious and unique. The beach in front is one of the best in the area, good waves for surfers, restaurant and hammocks to relax. I would absolutely stay here again!!!”
Amir B
AMAZING STAY WITH AMAZING SERVICE!!!! This is my second time coming to this resort because of how wonderful it is. The service is outstanding, the property is beautiful and everything extremely well kept. Recommending this place to everyone!!!!
Yifat E
Fantastic property and service! The house is just fantastic! The service, amazing! We were two families travelling together (5 adults + 4 kids) and Emilya had organized for a folding bed to be installed in one of the bedrooms. The house was cleaned every day (new towels, garbage bag emptied,...) but we spent most of our days and night outside. The property is perfectly organised with stylish furniture and it was always easy to find a place to relax. The kids enjoyed the pool while we were preparing dinner. The kitchen was very well equipped and we were welcomed with a fruit basket. The location is very close to the beach. We've rented surfs at the Banana Beach club just beside the house for few days and we had great time in perfect waves. The personnel was able to instruct us about the best place to surf and the best time to catch "beginners waves". In order to get a "no rock" beach you need to walk roughly 5 minutes toward Playa Carmen. The short walk worth it in order to a have the peace of mind when the kids are in the water. Do not hesitate to rent Villa Bonita! It is paradise...
Pascal L
Best trip villa Bonita Villa Bonita was one of the best vacation rentals I have been to. We were 2 families, and we really felt at home! The staff were so friendly, Emilya has really amazing workers. Daily cleaning was so fun, we didn’t have to worry about dishes at all. The location next to Banana Beach is perfect!! We didn’t even know the restaurant before but ended up spending all our time there and at the house. Thank you Emilya for a lovely vacation, super recommended!
Asnat M
Clean, well maintained, excellent customer service We had a blast while staying at Villa Bonita. Everyone was very helpful and responded to our questions and needs ASAP. The house and property were very clean, with daily maid service. Proximity to the beach and grocery store was perfect. A few very minor suggestions: We had a lot of trouble getting in the front door until someone came to assist us. Maybe specific instructions with the key would be helpful. Also, it would be nice to have more light in the bathrooms as we had trouble seeing to put on our makeup. Very easy fixes. Overall, it was perfect and we would definitely stay there again! Thank you!
Teresa B
Fantástico!! Un lugar mágico... Estuve en Villa Bonita con mi familia, la casa muy cómoda y hermosa con una decoración exquisita. Experiencias increíbles como comprar pescado fresco en la zona y cocinarlo en el BBQ De la Villa, disfrutar de las muchas actividades cercanas a la Villa. El servicio de mantenimiento y las chicas encargadas Hagit y Danielle muy anuentes a ayudar y velar q todo estuvieran bien en todo momento. El área donde se encuentra la casa con un mantenimiento nítido y además hermoso, sus jardines, la cercanía a la playa y la playa en si. Fácil acceso al lugar, se encuentra de todo lo q se necesita y más. No es la primera vez q vengo a Villa Bonita pero cada vez la experiencia es mejor, hay una magia en este lugar!!!!!
Aileen V
Villa Bonita is beautiful! The rooms are clean, bright, and beautiful. It is so nice having an outdoor kitchen area and grill. The property is excellently manicured, and it is very private given the location. We had seven people stay with us and each one said that they would come back in a heartbeat. Hagit, Danielle, and Emilya are the absolute best people to work with. They constantly checked in, asked us what we needed, and delivered very quickly and in a friendly manner. It is truly the best service we have ever had on a trip abroad.
Gary K
Best Rental Ever We tried to drive around (not recommended at all) since we missed the ferry from Puntarenas and ended up going through a life changing adventure that put us about 4 hours late of our expected arrival time. Hagit left us the key and came by in the morning to say hi and see if we needed anything. Every bit of the stay was awesome, the daily maid service, the pool guys, water delivery, Hagit checking in on us, you name it and it was taken care of. We felt very pampered. I wish we had stayed at Villa Bonita our second week in Costa Rica, but we moved to a house in Playa Hermosa and the difference slapped us in the face. No maid service, no paper towels, no soap, no trash bags, stained sheets, cat hair on the pillows with 6 cats trying to raid our house, etc. It made us miss the luxury of Villa Bonita. If you are thinking of booking here and are hesitant, don't be. It will be the time of your life. We met the neighbors staying at the beach front villa next door and they told us how much better our place was, so much so that their kids played at our villa more than their own. Better pool, better AC, more privacy in the pool and just plain nicer. Emilya, Hagit, you run a top notch operation and I really hope that we can stay in your Villa Bonita again in the future. My three boys had the time of their lives. Thank you!
Patrick E
Excellent place for family time Fueron 5 noches excelentes, un tiempo en familia dcercania al mar excelente, sus jardines y piscina para el disfrute de los niños increible, confortable la casa en todos sus espacios y servicios, mucha tranquidad, comodidad, y seguridad, los servicios del pueblo excelente no hya que preocuparse de nada hay de todos restaurantes, bancos, supermercados tiendas farmacias, las playas estan muy cerca Mal Pais, Montezuma, playa Carmen, todo perfecto aun a pesar de la lluvia. Gracias Emilia por tu amabilidad y atencines para nuestro confort.
Maria D
Villa Bonita Wedding Un lugar precioso con una atención excelente. Realizamos nuestra boda el pasado Abril en Villa Bonita, donde tuvimos unas fechas inolvidables tanto por el lugar como por todo el personal de Banana Beach quienes fueron muy especiales con nosotros y nuestros invitados. La Villa está súper equipada y es bastante cómoda. Todo muy limpio! La comida de Banana Beach deliciosa! Es un lugar súper recomendado al frente de la playa para realizar una pequeña boda. Aqui les compartimos algunos momentos de nuestra Boda Villa Bonita!!!!!
Grettel M
The best place to stay in Santa Teresa This place was beautiful. The home itself is air conditioned and the beds were comfortable. The covered patio and the cabana were cozy. We had so many places to relax in outside. The pool was wonderful and was cleaned at least twice while we were there. The daily maid service was nice. She changed our towels out each day and made the beds. The beach is right there to walk to and watch the sunset each night (highly recommended!) but the house has a fenced yard so it feels very private. The homes are in a gated location with a security guard who patrols at night so we felt very safe. Hagit arranged tours to Tortuga Island and surf lessons. She also checked in with us often to see if we needed anything or how our excursions went. She also recommended restaurants. The owner, Emylia, rented ATVs for us, which you must do in advance because they are very popular there. The roads are dirt roads so you need a land rover or ATV. I read some reviews that talked about the outdoor kitchen. That is not a negative feature at all. It's attached to the house and easy to access. I also read about the music from the restaurant but that didn't bother us. It wasn't really loud, didn't go all night, and we were tired at the end of the day anyway. Our friend, who is from Costa Rica, helped us find this house. He said it's the best in Santa Teresa and he was right! This was the best family vacation we've every had.
Theresa W
Villa Bonita was amazing!! I was so lucky to spend 5 nights in Villa Bonita at Banana Beach Bungalows in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. The Villa was gorgeous, comfortable, and private. With our own pool, beautiful large shaded patio, and comfortably air conditioned rooms, we were always able to stay cool in the hot and humid March weather. The Villa was located only steps from the Banana Beach bar and restaurant, serving amazing drinks and food on the beach. The most appealing feature for me was the location of the Villa only steps to my favorite surf break in Santa Teresa. Each day the Villa was cleaned by friendly staff, and the owners & managers checked in daily and were available to assist with any questions or needs that might arise. I definitely recommend these accommodations to anyone seeking a peaceful, beautiful beachfront vacation. The Villas easily accommodate families with small children, and the owners are very family friendly. I hope to stay here on many surf trips in the future!!
Rose A
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