Encantada Ocean Cottages

–Excellent location - show map
+89 photos
Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a private beach area, Encantada Ocean Cottages is located in Esterillos Este Beach. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. Extras include an outdoor seating area, a safety deposit box and a laptop safe. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk, and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, horse riding and fishing. Free parking is featured. This property is 90 minutes’ drive from San José City Centre and from Juan Santamaría International Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ruth
Germany Germany
“We loved the place and the setting at the beach. The staff was super friendly (great barkeeper 😉) and the rooms are really nice! The food is really nice, too! You can book yoga, massages and surfing lessons directly with the accomodation.”
Ronald
Netherlands Netherlands
“Very nice and cosy accommodation with direct beach acces and very good vibe. The gardens are wonderfully maintained and the pool is Paradise.”
Emmie
Belgium Belgium
“Encantada was the perfect place to finish our 2 weeks in Costa Rica. After lots of fun and adventure we could relax and enjoy being pampered. The cottages are cute, staff is great, excellent yoga. The beach is almost empty in low season. Perhaps...”
Dr
Germany Germany
“Beautiful, very well-kept and super-clean property. Perfect location, very friendly staff, and careful gardening. We visited with a group of friends (several families with small kids) and really enjoyed our time at the beach, around the pool, and...”
Margarete
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“The staff was very friendly and very welcoming l. Little issues were attended and solved immediately in a very professional way. The location couldn't be better, right on the beach. The pool was a saltwater pool and had the perfect size. The...”
Theresa
United States United States
“Encantada is a little gem on a beautiful beach. The staff were all helpful and friendly, the food was great, and the location is amazing. We had the cottage with a view of the ocean - one of our best rooms out of years of travels.”
Gill
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Love hearing the crashing of the waves on the shore! The ocean cottage is fab with its little deck looking at the ocean. Boho vibe, beautiful planting, like a little oasis. Comfy bed, great pillows, good showers! Easy to find and fairly close to...”
Christine
Canada Canada
“The small, boutique resort was quaint, intimate, comfortable, and picturesque. It was ideally located on a beautiful, long, sandy beach. The staff were all amazing, friendly people who provided excellent service with big smiles. The gourmet...”
Esther
Netherlands Netherlands
“Seen more wildlife than in Manuel Antonio from the deck and house. The hosting couple was really friendly. Breakfast and lunch menu's are good. A rental car is preferred in this area. Given the low season there were not much taxi's. Luckily the...”
Turo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff was among the friendliest and most helpful I have ever met. On arrival we were personally welcomed by the manager on the parking area who ensured a car not belonging a client was removed out of the way. We got an immediate tour around...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Encantada Ocean Cottages

Company review score: 9.5Based on 122 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We fell in love with Costa Rica on our first trip and moved here in August 2013. We have since made it our mission to create a simple, clean, relaxing environment with a family feel for our guests to fall in love with Costa Rica just as we did.

Property information

Seven clean, spacious and simple ocean front cottages on the expansive, secluded, chocolate sand beach of Esterillos Este. Rent an individual cottage or the whole property. Great for groups and retreats or to simply relax in paradise.

Neighbourhood information

Playa Esterillos Este is located about 25 minutes south of the town of Jaco and 25 minutes north of Manual Antonio National Park in the Central Pacific region of Costa Rica. Esterillos Este is still very underdeveloped which makes it a quiet and relaxing place to get away from it all. The beach is great for surfing, body boarding, shell collecting or long private walks. We are also close to many tours for guests who want to venture out which we can schedule for you at the front desk.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Encantada Bistro & Bar
  • Cuisine
    American • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Encantada Ocean Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Encantada Ocean Cottages in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.