Hotel at Glance: Villa Caletas

Perched 1,500 feet above the Pacific Ocean, the 4-star Villa Caletas overlooks one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world—a lush Costa Rican rainforest. Almost everywhere you turn there’s a panoramic view of crystal-blue waters and tropical foliage. The views are among the many reasons Condé Nast Traveler readers named Villa Caletas one of the top five hotels in Central America in 2009, 2011, and 2012. For maximum romance, opt for a suite, where a private outdoor plunge pool provides a breathtaking place to unwind under the clear night sky.

• Where you’ll stay: a junior suite, junior suite superior, or suite with a private terrace overlooking the ocean, mountains, or gardens
• See endless ocean views from the infinity pool, which is about a quarter mile over the sea.
• A private beach is about a mile away; you can reach it via a free shuttle or a well-marked rainforest trail.
• The rainforest trail is sprinkled with waterfalls and plunge pools. You might see white-faced monkeys and toucans along the way.
• Watch the sun set over the Gulf of Nicoya from a cove or sun bed on the beach.
• Two fine-dining spots at the hotel include Mirador Restaurant, which serves fresh seafood.
• Recent praise: named 1 of Costa Rica’s top 25 hotels in TripAdvisor’s 2016 Travelers’ Choice awards

Puntarenas, Costa Rica: Scarlet Macaws and Surfing in Popular Ecotourism Getaway

Located along the Pacific coastline, Puntarenas is Costa Rica’s largest province, extending more than 500 miles from the Panama-Costa Rica border up to the Gulf of Nicoya. In Puntarenas, you’re never far from beaches, national parks, and nature reserves, making the area a popular ecotourism spot. The beachside town of Jacó attracts surfers from all over the globe with consistently big waves and good breaks. Just a few miles inland, Carara National Park, an 11,600-acre nature reserve, is home to crocodiles, two-toed sloths, and hundreds of scarlet macaws—a rare sight in most parts of the country.

About 60 miles northeast of Jacó lies the Costa Rican capital of San José, a bustling cultural hub filled with open-air artisan markets and street vendors selling tamales and pupusas (stuffed flatbread). Wandering the streets here you’ll see a confluence of architecture styles—part Spanish, part Moorish—and some of the older neighborhoods still have homes made out of wood and adobe.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the best way to travel to the hotel from the airport? Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is about 50 miles from the property. Ground transportation not included.

2. Is there an additional occupancy fee, or do I have to purchase another Groupon? The Groupon covers two guests. Additional guests 12 or older not allowed; up to two kids 11 or younger stay free.

3. Will I be approached to attend a timeshare sales presentation? Groupon customers are never obligated to attend a sales presentation. If you are approached and decline a presentation, you will not lose the value of your Groupon or have to pay additional fees.

4. Which activities and amenities are included in the resort credits? Resort credits are not included with the Groupon.

5. Are dinner reservations required for restaurants? Is there a dress code? Dinner reservations for the onsite restaurants are suggested and there is no specific dress code. For more information about your dining options, please click here.

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