Javier
Reviews
Superhost106 total reviews
96% Excellent
106 reviews
4.92
2024–2026
106 reviews
Robert
Excellent, 1 week ago
Great place with amazing volcano views. The house has everything you need for sunny and rainy days (TVs with Netflix, prime,etc) - especially the heated pool was made it a fantastic stay. The house is very close to a super market, restaurants and all other attractions of La Fortuna. Perfect for one or several nights in the Arenal area.
Rakesh
Excellent, 2 weeks ago
This is easily the best vacation place ever!! The location with views of the volcano are stunning and we were able to take walks to see the volcano up close. The heated pool was the best feature as we returned back from our excursions. The home itself is modern and spotless clean. Finally, the host was always available to advise or fix any issues that came up. I hope to be back as it is a gem in the truest sense
Yasmine
Excellent, 3 weeks ago
I cannot say enough amazing things about our stay! From the SECOND I inquired, our host was incredibly helpful and responsive. I planned our girls’/birthday trip myself, but he made everything else effortless! He recommended amazing restaurants, helped arrange transportation to and from La Fortuna, and connected us with a private chef and in-home massages. Every recommendation was professional and on time, and the chef was AMAZING! The house was BEAUTIFUL, modern, spotless, and the volcano view was breathtaking! 😍 We had one small issue, and almost immediately after messaging him, someone arrived to fix it. Anything we needed was handled so quickly it almost felt like a robotic house 😂. The location was perfect, with restaurants nearby, cafés within walking distance, and Off Road ATV literally next door. He truly went ABOVE AND BEYOND and made our first La Fortuna experience amazing. I would 100% stay here again! 🇨🇷🌋❤️
Host Response
Dear Yasmine, Thank you so much for such an incredible and heartfelt review! It truly means the world to us to know that we could help make your girls’ birthday trip and your first experience in La Fortuna so special. From the very beginning, it was our pleasure to help with restaurant recommendations, transportation, the private chef, massages, and all the little details that allowed you to simply enjoy your celebration. We're especially happy that you loved the villa, the beautiful volcano views, and the location—and your “robotic house” comment definitely made us smile! Our team works very hard behind the scenes to respond quickly whenever our guests need us, so hearing that you felt so well taken care of is incredibly rewarding. Thank you for trusting us with such a special trip and for your incredibly kind words. We absolutely loved hosting you, and we would be thrilled to welcome you back to Arenal for another unforgettable adventure! Javier
Mike
Excellent, 4 weeks ago
Incredible place, would definitely come back!
Host Response
Dear Mike, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had such an incredible stay and that you'd choose to come back. Your kind words mean so much to our team and motivate us to continue providing memorable experiences for our guests. It was a true pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Arenal for another unforgettable stay! Javier
Zachary
Excellent, 4 weeks ago
The place was incredible Just as described Javier and Diego extremely friendly We loved it and will be back
Host Response
Dear Zachary, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the villa was exactly as described and that you had such a great experience. Your kind words about our hospitality truly mean a lot to us, and we’re so glad we could help make your stay memorable. It was a true pleasure hosting you, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to Arenal for another unforgettable stay! Javier
Allison
Excellent, 4 weeks ago
We loved the house and pool! The location was wonderful, and it was great to have restaurants and stores so close by. Perfect place!
Host Response
Dear Allison, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the house and the pool and that you enjoyed our convenient location with restaurants and shops just nearby. It's wonderful to know the villa was the perfect place for your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Arenal for another memorable vacation! Javier
Karena
Excellent, 1 month ago
This location is amazing! The view of the volcano is killer. It was convient to our activities and to town. They were kind enough to also include extras - shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, laundry detergent, and even coffee! Almost next door is the best place we ate at while in La Fortuna - Raul Castano. The food was amazing and it had the same great view. The hosts of this property were super responsive and super helpful with any questions/concerns we had. The beds were firm and comfortable. The heated pool was a great place to relax at the end of the day while feeling like you're in a private paradise. Would stay here again!
Host Response
Dear Karena, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning volcano views, the convenient location, and all the little extras we provide to help our guests feel at home. It’s also wonderful to know you had a great experience at Raúl Castaño and that our recommendations added to your trip. We’re especially happy that you found the heated pool to be the perfect place to unwind after your adventures and that our team was able to assist you throughout your stay. It was a true pleasure hosting you, and we would be delighted to welcome you back to Arenal for another unforgettable vacation! Javier
Donna
Excellent, 1 month ago
Our family of 4 loved Javier's place. It was clean, had everything you needed and was exactly as described. Having the pool was great too after a long day of exploring! Would definitely recommend!
Host Response
Dear Donna, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your family enjoyed the villa and that it had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. It's great to know the pool was the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring everything Arenal has to offer. Thank you for your recommendation. It was a true pleasure hosting your family, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future! Javier
Bahij
Excellent, 1 month ago
Loved the stay. Hosts are very responsive and helpful. Place was clean and as described.
Host Response
Thank you so much for your kind review, Bahij! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and that you found the villa clean and exactly as described. It also means a lot to know our team was able to provide the support you needed throughout your visit. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Arenal for another wonderful stay! Javier
Jason
Excellent, 1 month ago
We have no complaints. Javier was very helpful with recommendations and made it easy to access the condo. Very clean and nice. Pool was great. Instructions were clear. It was a little foggy and rainy at times, so hard to see the volcano that was literally right in front of us. (Clearly, out of anyone’s control). Would highly recommend!
Host Response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Jason! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great stay and that Javier helped make your arrival smooth and enjoyable. It’s also wonderful to know you enjoyed the villa, the pool, and found everything clean and easy to use. While the volcano likes to hide behind the clouds from time to time, we’re glad you still had a memorable experience. Thank you for your recommendation—it truly means a lot to us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Arenal for another stay! Javier
Lyncee
Excellent, 2 months ago
We enjoyed our stay very much. Very beautiful home with an amazing view. It is also right next to a restaurant and convenience store which came in handy. Would definitely recommend.
Host Response
Dear Lyncee, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that you loved the villa, the amazing volcano views, and the convenient location. Having a restaurant and convenience store just a short walk away is something many of our guests appreciate, and we’re glad it made your stay even more enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Regards, Javier
Cameron
Excellent, 2 months ago
Javier and Diego were great hosts and super friendly, the house was perfect for me and my girlfriend and we loved our trip, highly recommend!
Host Response
Dear Cameron, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you and your girlfriend had such a great trip and that the villa was a perfect fit for your stay. It also means a lot to know that you felt well taken care of by Javier and Diego throughout your visit. Thank you for your recommendation and kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you both, and we would love to welcome you back again in the future. Regards, Javier
Robert
Excellent, 2 months ago
Javier’s place met all of our needs. Very clean and comfortable. The heated private pool was awesome and what made the unit worth the extra cost. One thing to be aware of is the AC is connected to the key fob, so when you leave the AC turns off and you may return to a warm damp unit. Typically cools down fast but worth letting other know about.
Host Response
Dear Robert, Thank you very much for your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that the villa met your expectations and that you found it clean, comfortable, and enjoyable. We’re especially happy that you enjoyed the private heated pool, as it is one of the features our guests appreciate most. We also appreciate you mentioning the smart energy-saving system. The air conditioning is connected to the key card as part of our sustainability efforts and to help reduce unnecessary energy consumption. Fortunately, the units are designed to cool the villa quickly upon your return. Thank you again for your valuable feedback and for choosing to stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Regards, Javier
Nilpesh
Excellent, 2 months ago
Great location and view of Arenal. Home was as described. Host always responsive.
Host Response
Dear Nilpesh, Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location, the beautiful views of Arenal Volcano, and that the villa met your expectations. We also appreciate your kind words about our responsiveness, as providing timely assistance to our guests is always a priority for us. Thank you for choosing to stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future. Regards, Javier
Tyler
Excellent, 3 months ago
Great location to do adventures around la fortuna area
Host Response
Dear Tyler, Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location and found it convenient for exploring all the adventures and attractions that the La Fortuna area has to offer. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly hope to welcome you back again in the future. Regards, Javier