Welcome to the Jungle Palace! A private retreat surrounded by wildlife, and nature. A large spacious home with amazing features. 4 private bedrooms, great social space, designer pool, outdoor lounge areas, and an excellent location! Surfing beaches, downtown shopping and restaurants, hiking trails and tours. It's all a short drive away. So whether you want to explore the nearby jungles, hit the town, or just relax with a cocktail by the pool, we invite you to experience the Jungle Palace! The space Location, Location! The Jungle Palace is conveniently located a 2 minute drive or short walk to Playa Hermosa for dining and big wave surfing, a short drive up the mountain side for amazing views (4x4 recommended) Also great for hiking! 10 minutes to Jaco Beach, tours, shopping, & El Miro, 15 minutes to Esterillos Oeste, 35 minutes to Tarcoles Crocodile tours, 40 minutes to Punta Leona for snorkeling & crystal clear waters, 45 minutes to Bijagual waterfall, 1 hour to Manuel Antonio, Under 2 hours to Uvita, 2 hours to Monteverde, 2 hours to Nauyaca waterfalls & 90 minutes to the Airport. The list goes on and on - A great place to see a big variety of what Costa Rica has to offer! The casa boasts 15’ ceilings and large arched windows that offer plenty of natural light in the kitchen and living area. Two bedrooms on the 1st floor, one with a full size bed & desk and another with bunk beds. The 2nd floor consists of a Master bedroom with a closet, a King size bed, 1 day bed/couch and direct access to the bathroom. The other bedroom also has a king size bed, & 2 day bed/couches. There is 1 bathroom on each floor, both with large walk-in showers & towels have been supplied. Fully equipped Kitchen, electric stove & bar seating for three. Step out to a large roof covered porch with dining area, seating, and arched openings with views of the pool, rancho, wildlife and greenery. There is also an outdoor roof covered gas BBQ grill for those grill masters! Though not a full gym, the Jungle Palace does have a pull up bar, dip bars and 25 lb. dumbbells with space outside to get a workout in. Each bedroom has its own AC unit, there is AC in the living room as well. Please: turn off the air conditioners when not in use. The living room has a smart 55” 4K TV (+ cable) to log into any of your steaming services & another Smart TV for the kids/bunkbed room! Wifi can be accessed in the living room/outside dining area, kitchen or designated work space & our extenders spread the wifi throughout most of the home and pool side. Working on vacation? Our Wifi speed is 200mbps! Our goal is to be as helpful and available as each group requires. We can offer a full service concierge experience and help set up local activities, tours, chef services, massage, transportation, while also giving as much privacy and space as possible, to give each group the experience they are looking for. Beautiful Playa Hermosa is famous for world class surfing and its sloping black sand beaches right at the edge of the jungle covered mountainside. Abundant wildlife can be observed from multiple nearby hiking trails. This house has an excellent location because of its proximity to town, beach, and mountain. Also it offers a unique privacy with a jungle feel yet there is a new convenience store just steps away outside the front gate. Perfect mix of everything! Guest access The Jungle Palace has a gated entrance, plenty of parking and ability to self-check in. You will have the entire home & pool to yourself. There is a casita near the entrance which may be either owner occupied or rented but the properties are separate & only share the entrance. Matt the Property manager at the Jungle Palace and is here for you during your stay Matt is able to assist if you have any issues on the property or are simply in need of some excellent recommendations. Other things to note Being in the jungle: The property requires plenty of landscaping. Depending on the length of your stay, it is possible that our landscaper could visit to clean the property and/or pool. Vehicle: A car is recommended but taxis and other transport is also available. Road is fully paved to the house. There are absolutely NO unregistered guests allowed. No exceptions. Security: There are security cameras in and outside of the home. During your stay inside cameras are proactively turned off, outside cameras may remain on to help protect these policies, the house, our belongings and yours. ~~~ Beach/Bikes & Surf ~~~ Beach chairs have been provided. Bicycles & surfboards can be rented at a local shop in Jaco about 10 minutes away and can be a good option if you’re without a vehicle or wish to do some surfing. There is also an indoor surfboard rack at the palace if bringing your own. **Playa Hermosa has powerful waves and currents, please be aware** ~~~ Towels ~~~ Towels are for the house & pool, please do not bring any house towels to the beach. ~~~ Pool ~~~ We hope you love relaxing and cooling off at the pool, but please no glassware as accidents do happen. We have provided plenty of reusable plastic cups. There is also some kids toys available for use. ~~~ Smoking ~~~ There is no smoking inside the house. Please use an ashtray when outside. There’s no excuse for littering. Throwing butts over the fence or leaving in the rocks will result in a $200 fine. ~~~ Trash ~~~ It’s recommended to put compost in a separate bin (provided under the sink) and can be dumped over the driveway wall to prevent unwanted flies. There are trash cans under the sink as well and when full, there are multiple large trash bins outside in the driveway storage area. ~~~ Electricity ~~~ We love the planet and hope you do too. Please turn off AC and lights during the day or when not in use. Please keep doors and windows closed when using the AC. There are remotes for each AC unit. ~~~ Accidents ~~~ We fully understand that accidents happen, please let us know so we can fix or replace something if it breaks. We appreciate honesty. ~~~ Dogs ~~~ There are a couple of little dogs that often visit the palace, they’re friendly & fairly shy but may come say hello.

## Welcome to the Jungle Palace

Discover a private sanctuary surrounded by lush wildlife and nature. This spacious home offers four private bedrooms, generous social areas, a designer pool, outdoor lounge spaces, and a prime location. Whether you want to explore nearby jungles, enjoy the town, or unwind with a cocktail by the pool, the Jungle Palace invites you to experience it all.

## The Space

The house features 15-foot ceilings and large arched windows that fill the kitchen and living areas with natural light. 

- **Bedrooms:**
  - Two bedrooms on the first floor:
    - One with a full-size bed and desk
    - One with bunk beds
  - Second floor:
    - Master bedroom with a king-size bed, closet, day bed/couch, and direct bathroom access
    - Another bedroom with a king-size bed and two day bed/couches

- **Bathrooms:**
  - One bathroom on each floor, both equipped with large walk-in showers and provided towels

- **Kitchen:**
  - Fully equipped with an electric stove and bar seating for three

Step outside to a large covered porch featuring a dining area, seating, and arched openings overlooking the pool, rancho, wildlife, and greenery. There is also a roof-covered gas BBQ grill for outdoor cooking.

While not a full gym, the property includes a pull-up bar, dip bars, 25-pound dumbbells, and outdoor space for workouts.

Each bedroom and the living room have air conditioning units. Please turn off AC units when not in use.

The living room offers a smart 55-inch 4K TV with cable and streaming capabilities. There is an additional smart TV in the kids’ bunk bed room. Wi-Fi is available in the living room, outdoor dining area, kitchen, and designated workspace, with extenders covering most of the home and poolside. The internet speed is 200 Mbps, suitable for working remotely.

## Location

The Jungle Palace is ideally situated just a two-minute drive or short walk from Playa Hermosa, known for dining and big-wave surfing. A short drive up the mountainside (4x4 recommended) offers stunning views and excellent hiking opportunities.

Nearby destinations include:

- 10 minutes to Jaco Beach, tours, shopping, and El Miro
- 15 minutes to Esterillos Oeste
- 35 minutes to Tarcoles Crocodile Tours
- 40 minutes to Punta Leona for snorkeling and clear waters
- 45 minutes to Bijagual Waterfall
- 1 hour to Manuel Antonio
- Under 2 hours to Uvita
- 2 hours to Monteverde and Nauyaca Waterfalls
- 90 minutes to the airport

This location provides access to a wide variety of Costa Rica’s attractions, combining jungle privacy with proximity to town, beach, and mountains. A convenience store is just steps outside the front gate.

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive use of the entire home and pool. The property has a gated entrance and ample parking with self-check-in available.

There is a separate casita near the entrance that may be occupied by the owner or rented, but it is completely separate from the main house, sharing only the entrance.

Matt, the property manager, is available throughout your stay to assist with any property issues or provide recommendations.

## Amenities and Features

- Gated entrance with plenty of parking
- Designer swimming pool with kids’ toys and reusable plastic cups (no glassware allowed)
- Outdoor roof-covered gas BBQ grill
- Air conditioning in all bedrooms and living room
- Smart TVs with cable and streaming access
- High-speed Wi-Fi (200 Mbps)
- Pull-up bar, dip bars, dumbbells, and outdoor workout space
- Beach chairs provided
- Indoor surfboard rack for guests bringing their own boards

## Additional Information

- **Vehicle:** A car is recommended for convenience, though taxis and other transport options are available. The road to the house is fully paved.
- **Security:** Security cameras are installed inside and outside the home. Indoor cameras are turned off during your stay; outdoor cameras remain active for safety.
- **Landscaping:** The property requires regular landscaping. Depending on your stay length, the landscaper may visit to maintain the grounds and pool.
- **No unregistered guests:** Strictly enforced with no exceptions.
- **Smoking:** No smoking inside the house. Please use ashtrays when outside. Littering cigarette butts will result in a $200 fine.
- **Trash:** Compost and trash bins are provided under the sink. Compost can be disposed of over the driveway wall to reduce flies. Large trash bins are located outside in the driveway storage area.
- **Electricity:** Please conserve energy by turning off AC units and lights when not in use. Keep doors and windows closed while using air conditioning.
- **Accidents:** Accidents happen; please notify us if anything breaks so we can repair or replace it.
- **Dogs:** Friendly, shy neighborhood dogs may visit and say hello.

## Beach, Bikes & Surf

- Beach chairs are available for guest use.
- Bicycles and surfboards can be rented at a local shop in Jaco, about 10 minutes away, a good option if you don’t have a vehicle or want to surf.
- Playa Hermosa is known for powerful waves and strong currents; please exercise caution.
- Towels provided are for use inside the house and pool only; please do not take them to the beach.

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Helen was absolutely INCREDIBLE!!! She made the trip so seamless and easy. Mad us feel right at home and answered all our questions happily. Recommended so many amazing tours and restaurants. So grateful to have had her during our stay!

We had an amazing time. We had visits from monkeys every morning and afternoon. I would highly recommend this location. We will be back.

My family and I absolutely loved every bit of what your home had to offer. The house is in a perfect location close to Jaco, with a convenient mini market right at the base of the driveway and easy access from the SJO airport compared to many other Airbnbs. The home was spotless, spacious, and beautifully designed with a luxurious yet cozy feel. The property felt incredibly safe and private, surrounded by nature, and we even had families of monkeys visit us and enjoy some fruit we shared. Laura was amazing and went above and beyond to make our stay seamless. She helped us arrange private drivers, in-home massages, and local excursions. Her attentiveness made a huge difference in our experience. We truly appreciate all the effort that went into helping us have the best vacation possible. We would love to return one day and highly recommend this home.

Matthew was a great host!  Very responsive and beautiful surroundings.  The monkeys come out in the morning; we saw a cool lizard and you can hear plenty of birds.  The top floor of the house/terrace you get a view where you can see the mountains and rainforest.  The pool was awesome and refreshing.  Overall, great stay.  we would definitely stay again and would recommend to anyone else coming here.

🌴🌺🍍🐠🦜🍹🏝️🍋‍🟩🦩🥭🏖️ Staying at The Jungle Palace was an absolute blast! The place is huge, super private, and surrounded by jungle, so it really feels like your own paradise. The house itself is gorgeous with tons of space for everyone, but the real stars of the show were the monkeys 🐒🐒🐒. At first we thought the listing photos showing monkeys had to be exaggerated, but nope—they were everywhere! We even got to feed them, which was such a cool and unforgettable experience. Every morning felt like an adventure just stepping outside. On top of that, the property had everything we needed and was really well kept. Big shoutout to Laura, the manager—she was amazing, super responsive, and made everything easy for us from start to finish. Matthew and the team really set up something special here. If you’re looking for a fun, unique, and wild place to stay near Jacó, this is it! We’ll be back soon!! ♥️

The pictures did a lot of justice the house was not spacious for a large group, the pool is small, the ac did not work upstairs, the house was dirty.

We had a beautiful family trip and truly enjoyed our time at this home in Costa Rica. The house itself is just as pictured—spacious, uniquely designed, and set in a stunning, serene rainforest environment. We especially appreciated the peaceful location and the natural surroundings. That said, there were a few cleanliness issues that made the stay feel a bit less polished than expected. The pool was quite dirty and didn’t appear to have been cleaned recently, and many parts of the exterior could use a thorough power wash. Inside, we noticed dusty faux plants in the bathrooms that clearly hadn’t been cleaned, which took away from the otherwise beautiful interior. On a brighter note, Laura, the concierge, was very helpful and arranged an in-house massage that was absolutely divine—one of the highlights of our trip! Overall, we had a great time and loved the setting and the layout of the house. With a little more attention to deep cleaning and upkeep, this place could easily be great

This was the absolute perfect home base to explore  this part of Costa Rica. The house was stunning, exactly like photos and descriptions. Pool area was an unbeatable oasis and we did get lots of monkey visits! Comfortable beds, amazing bathrooms with great water temp and pressure, stocked kitchen and awesome patio space for meals and hangouts. Corner store literally at the end of our driveway was so convenient. Laura the concierge was amazing, so responsive, helpful friendly! I couldn’t be happier with the experience and will be recommending Matthew’s place to anyone I know visiting the area.  I would absolutely stay here again and hope I’m able to return soon!

This place was a gem. It felt like we had a concierge on speed dial — every question, ride, activity, or last-minute request was answered like magic. Woke up every morning to the sound of nature and unreal views — not a bad way to start the day. The house was tucked just far enough from the beach to feel private, but close enough that getting there was a 2-minute breeze. Spotless, well-designed, and just had a great vibe. Would 1000% come back — already missing it.

My friends and I spent the last five nights at Matthew’s property and thoroughly enjoyed the home and environment from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. The house and backyard pool layout are very unique and well laid out for a good time shared with friends. I highly suggest considering Matthew’s property for anyone looking to enjoy their own slice of paradise in Playa Hermosa!

Amazing stay. Host was incredibly helpful with booking local activities!

We loved our stay at the Monkey Palace! Laura, the concierge, was very responsive in scheduling shuttles to and from the airport. As soon as we arrived there were monkeys there to greet us. The house and location was beautiful and the beach and restaurants were close. Overall we had an amazing time and would love to visit again.

We had a wonderful time staying here in Costa Rica! Would definitely recommend and would stay here again. The concierge was very responsive and helped us book whatever we wanted. Also, we had a private chef cook for us and that was 100% worth it.

Great experience, looks just like the photos.

I recently celebrated my birthday in Costa Rica and stayed here for three days. For starters, Matthew was great with communication and worked with me when an issue came up on my end. He made sure my birthday trip was a good one. Laura was our point of contact upon our arrival and we have nothing but good things to say about her. The Villa was spotless. Honestly, it was cleaner than I expected. If we had a problem or just a question, she was available to help. Sadly I didn’t see any monkeys on property but Laura did tell me to put bananas out. I’m sad that I waited until the last day to ask about that. Lol. There is a corner store close enough to walk to, although I wouldn’t recommend walking there at night. It may have been perfectly fine, but we were super cautious of our surroundings and there were several men hanging around outside of the store every time we went. Overall we had an amazing time at this beautiful villa and when I return to that part of CR, I’ll book here again!

Great place.  Great location. Tons of  amazing restaurants nearby.  2 main bedrooms upstairs. 2 bedrooms downstairs.  Living rm had ac.  The pool was great. Very secluded. We didn't see any of our neighbors while staying.  Had a troop of monkeys come and visit. The kids loved it. It was really cool.  Keep bananas on hand incase the monkeys show up.  All and all great place. Would definitely stay here again.

The jungle palace is an amazing place! Perfect spot outside of Jaco and made some amazing memories! 10/10 would stay here again!

Had an amazing stay at this beautiful location!! Laura was extremely helpful with all accommodations

Such an amazing stay! Waking up to birds and monkeys every day is unbeatable. Laura was amazing and organized a ton of activities for our group as well as a private chef. And having the little mini mart at the end of the driveway was perfect. Would definitely stay again!

Jungle Palace is a perfect description.  When out by the pool you have total privacy due to the vegetation.  My family of 10 just spent a week there.  Kitchen is well-stocked and roomy for several cooks at the same time.  Beds were comfy and bathroooms clean.  The pictures show the space accurately.  The market is truly at the end of the driveway a block away which we visited often to pick up odds and ends.  This is an amazing home!

It's a very cozy house to spend time with the family and children. Our 5 children were happy in the pool and movie nights in the living room, which was very nice to spend together.

Es una casa muy acogedor, para pasar en familia con niños. Nuestros 5 niños fueron felices en la piscina y noches de película en la sala que estaba muy agradable para pasar juntos.

Our ten night stay at the jungle palace was amazing. Everyday we saw monkeys and that was a highlight of our trip. We saw so much wildlife and the beautiful landscaping and surrounds made it so peaceful. Great locations for the excursions we did. We could walk to the ocean, walk to restaurants and a new coffee shop had just opened down the road so that was a fun morning walk. Laura was amazing in helping us plan activities, car rental and anything we needed! We had 8 adults and the place gave everyone their own space.

beautiful villa for our two families to stay at, with a fully stocked kitchen and very comfortable beds.

We really loved our stay! The house was super cool, set back, and private. I liked it better in person than in pictures actually! Laura, the concierge, was just wonderful. Responsive and so helpful and set us up with a fun filled long weekend. There was a little dog we called Lucy (it was a boy though) that came to see us everyday twice a day. I miss Lucy! If you stay here and see Lucy say hi and give him a piece of steak for me :)  I definitely recommend this beautiful villa and would stay here again.

This is by far the best airbnb stay I’ve ever had! Dont even think twice! It’s close to everything. Mini market 30 seconds away! Monkeys! They have monkeys it was unbelievable! It was just two of us in this huge beautiful mansion! I only wish I brought more people to experience it with us

The MBR air conditioner had to be replaced while we were there and after the workers left 2 of my wife’s valuable necklaces were missing. We found one of them stuck in a hole in the concrete beneath the bed and the other was never recovered. Matthew showed up immediately, but said there was nothing he could do. There was constant construction next door which stole our peace and quiet, the landscaping could have been much much better kept, and there wasn’t enough toilet paper supplied so we ran out days before our trip was over. To say my family was extremely disappointed would be an understatement.

We had a great stay! The place was beautiful! The pool was amazing. And seeing the monkeys topped it all off!

We had a lovely stay in  playa Hermosa! Saw Monkeys by the pool twice a day, every day! And a few iguanas that were hanging out by the pool. Butterflies and humming birds. Bedrooms were nice and cool once we got the A/C running. Beds were comfy, area to eat outside was perfect.  Local restaurants at Playa hermosa were great!  House could use some TLC but overall a great place to stay!

We had an awesome week at the Jungle Palace. Everything was as described and it was great having such a responsive host. Highly recommend, we will be back!

We had a very nice stay. The place is really nice, with great location and very comfortable. The house could use some fixes and updates (small repairs on details).

We booked this home in hopes of seeing monkeys unfortunately we didn’t get to see any but we did see Iguanas which was pleasant. The day we arrived the pool had an excessive amount of chlorine and tarnished my James Avery bracelet. When this issue was addressed with Matthew accused me of “price gouging” and his demeanor changed, felt a little unprofessional. There are workers next door who work during all hours of the day and night so outdoor privacy was limited. We booked the chef services costing $60 per person for 4 people a total of $240. For this price we expected individual steaks but we shared 2 steaks and 6 lobster tails as our protein. The steak had so much fat on it when we divided up the steak strips we each only had about 4-5 slices. Although the chef was very kind he notified us that he didn’t choose the food. Laura was very accommodating and answered all questions. Some accommodations request cash so make sure you have enough cash prior to booking.

As always, a perfect peaceful stay….. great service, my entire family enjoyed our time there and as always the pool is a big hit! The wildlife is very abundant, monkeys, iguanas, macaws…. you name its all there …… my favorite place to stay when I come to Costa Rica 🇨🇷🇨🇷also anything I need they take care of everything , just like that 👍🏻it is completely taken care of !!!! when I come home, I miss my home away from home 😎🏠

Beautiful home and location, it worked perfectly for our families with young children.

Amazing house in a great location, convenient to beautify beaches / restaurants and walking distance to a local grocery store.  Laura was a great communicator / very flexible and accommodating. We couldn't have asked for a better trip!

Cannot recommend this place enough. We visited for a girls’ trip and had an amazing time. Sunrise from the rooftop deck, lots of relaxing around the pool, regular visits from monkeys and other wildlife. The convenience store at the end of the driveway had all the essentials and Jaco was a quick, easy drive. Would definitely go back!

We spent 5 nights here. Wow!! What a beautiful place with everything you could want in Costa Rican house and vacation. Pool was fantastic. Bedrooms were as described. Kitchen was great. Outdoor areas were great. The one and only opportunity for the entire property was the living room sitting area. The concrete couches left a lot to be desired. We had Monkeys visit us 4 days! Stunning views. Overall, fantastic all around.

We loved our stay at Matthew’s Villa! So much wildlife to enjoy, monkeys playing in the pool every day, iguanas and macaws all over the place. We even enjoyed the neighborhood doggies who came to say hi every day and were just the sweetest. Location was awesome, a small store just a minute down the driveway. The property was shared with another small home but we never saw or heard them so it was absolutely no bother. There was some construction next door but we didn’t find that to be a bother at all. AC worked amazing, we had everything we needed to cook meals when we wanted and having the ability to laundry was a big plus! Wish I never had to leave!!!

Matthew,s home was the most awesome I have stayed in, they were so easy and with my 10 guests a nite for 7 days, it made that challenge a breeze! Best New Year’s Eve celebration with all my cousins   And a great new start for us all for 2024! The pool was the biggest hit along with all the monkeys, iguanas, macaws, birds, butterflies, endless beauty, definitely worth the price for such a perfect location. All 70 people over 7 days had the best time of their lives, dreams were made true for us all!!!! Will definitely stay again, my new favorite place in Costa Rica

We had a fantastic stay in this house, beautifully and excitingly  located in the jungle, yet just a few minutes to the beach. Each day we saw monkeys and Macaws and other birds and animals - truly amazing. During the day we’d go out for adventures or to the beaches and it was always lovely to come back and chill at the house at night. Our host and his colleague  were outstanding - super helpful, friendly and proactive - helping with local recommendations, bookings, advice etc. We’d love to come back - thank you.

The house was incredible!  We loved the monkeys!!!!  It felt like home as soon as we arrived.  Laura arranged a private chef and bartender upon our arrival.  This was worth every penny!!!!  Jesus the bartender had all the drinks we requested ready in hand as soon as we walked through the door.  It was awesome!  The chef made an incredible seafood paella (highly recommend)!  The service overall was impeccable!   Our group could not decide on a few excursions before arriving in Costa Rica.   I literally contacted Laura the day before we arrived and she managed to book the excursions with no advance notice with perfection.   She offered so much to do in the area.   She went above and beyond and never hesitated to accommodate our group.  Everything was absolutely perfect.  Thank you, Laura for making this an incredible experience for our first time in Costa Rica.   Can't wait to return....

Amazing listings in the mountains of Calle Hermosa and close enough to the town of Jaco. Beaches are walkable both Hermosa and Jaco and lots of wildlife to see along the way.

The jungle house was conveniently located to Playa Hermosa Beach as well as a quick drive into Jaco for restaurants and shopping. Concierge service helped us book a chef’s dinner prepared at home that was delicious and also helped book a zip lining / horseback riding/ waterfall experience!! We made the drive down to Quepos for Manuel Antonio with no trouble at all. Great place to stay!

Such an amazing experience! House is even better in person! Yoy really feel like you are in a jungle.  Laura and Matthew are amazing hosts, will go above and beyond to help you plan your dream vacation. Can't wait to come back! Thank you for having us!

We were a family of 10 ( 8 adults & 2 children) and we loved the pool and the intimate location! Monkey, iguanas and daily side tours make the place magical for young and old! A few missing amenities in the kitchen, but we got by quickly and the host ( Laura) was very responsive. We absolutely recommend for groups like ours. Pura vida!

Nous étions une famille de 10 ( 8 adultes & 2 enfants) et nous avons adorer la piscine et l’emplacement intime! Les visites des singes, des iguanes et des aras à tous les jours rendent l’endroit magique pour les grands et petits! Quelques équipements manquant dans la cuisine, mais on s’est débrouiller rapidement et l’hôte ( Laura) était très réactif. On recommande absolument pour les groupes comme le notre. Pura vida!

The house was exactly like the photos. Weather turned out great even during the rainy season. Pool was a nice feature with the daily monkey visits. Laura, his concierge, was very helpful on bookings and suggestions.

This place was so relaxing, and yet lots to do outside of the palace if you wanted to venture out. The local store was convenient at the end of the driveway, and the monkeys were great!

Absolutely beautiful place. Love seeing the wildlife around. We really enjoyed staying here, and Matthew was an amazing host and was helpful in every way possible. Thank you!

Nice place in great location. Cameras inside was a little weird though.

We had a wonderful stay here. The place is beautifully tucked in amongst the jungle with monkeys playing in the trees and surrounded by other wildlife. Matthew is a great host, very responsive and helpful. Definitely recommend.

Had a great stay in Playa Hermosa! It was perfect for 10 people, very comfortable. Laura, the concierge, went above and beyond for us. We had a full itinerary including airport transportation. The whole trip went seamlessly! The house had everything we needed. There’s a convenient store right next door for things like ice. Restaurants and bars in Playa Hermosa are a 20 min walk away. Jaco is a short 10 min drive. We did see monkeys, iguanas and geckos. The dogs would visit us everyday and were really sweet.

Wonderful house! It’s a little hidden and a decent walk to the beach, but it’s so quiet and beautiful that it’s completely worth it. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again! We absolutely loved the private pool and back porch for meals. Everyone was very responsive and helpful.

Matthew's place was beautiful and relaxing. The location was great, especially with the mini Mart at the end of the street, it was a great launching point for Jaco and the national parks.

We had the most amazing time at this house! The pool area was so fun for our kids to play and the house was perfect! As well as spotless! And we saw tons of wildlife from the back yard. I highly recommend this home!

Very responsive. Easy to set up any activities and transportation.

Perfect for a serene girls' trip in a beautiful setting. The house and pool were excellent and close to Jaco's activities.

The house is as advertised, fun and clean and great location.  Concierge Laura was a great help, always, and a huge plus to this airbnb. Daily visits from the small Capuchin monkey family (only 4) were fun to watch. Everything was really great, except for the construction on the house next door, and for the early morning party (only once) at the house on the other side (thought that girl was a Howler Monkey!), but those are temporary and could occur anywhere and not a big deal. The Jaco Beach and Playa Hermosa areas are a lot of fun with many great beaches and many great restaurants, we had a blast and would absolutely do it all again and we very much look forward to another stay at the Jungle Palace!

Very nice 👍🏼 place and very clean we love it 🥰

Great place, my kids loved feeding the monkeys bananas!

This house is amazing. It's really well equipped. We were 7 people in the house and had a great vacation. We would definitely come back here if we are going to Costa Rica.

Dette hus er fantastisk. Det er virkelig veludstyret. Vi var 7 mennesker i huset og havde en fantastisk ferie. Vi ville helt klart komme tilbage hertil hvis vi skal til Costa Rica.

This place was an absolute paradise! We had daily morning visits from a troupe of capuchins and a pair of macaws, as well as iguanas and some friendly neighborhood dogs. The house was beautiful and had everything you would need to be comfortable. The coordinator (Lau) was incredibly helpful with booking activities (including massages at the house and a private chef, who made a DELICIOUS meal) and making sure we had everything we needed. What a luxurious stay!

The palace was truly a magical oasis. We stepped out of our car and immediately saw a family of macaws fly overhead. My husband and I stayed here with our 2.5 year old son and it was so amazing we barely left the house. A family of capuchin monkeys came to visit us daily and we hand fed them bananas. The pool was beautiful just like the photos. I especially loved that one side of the pool was shallow enough for our toddler to play by himself and the other deep enough to swim! The internet was fast and reliable. Both Laura and Matthew were friendly responsive and helpful. We even had a private chef cook us a celebratory dinner for my husbands birthday the food was phenomenal. A mini market was conveniently located right at the end of the driveway. Just a few minutes from playa Hermosa restaurants. 15 minutes from downtown jaco. I can’t say enough good things about this place it was by far our favorite Airbnb ever.

Beautiful, quite and relaxing retreat close to Jaco Beachn (5min), Carara National Park (20min), and Manuel Antonio National Park (45min).  Located in a quiet neighborhood half a mile off the costal roadway, this home is a great place for families (not for children who have difficulty with stairs) to enjoy after a long day of hiking, surfing or touring the area.  Laura, the concierge, was very communicative in the days leading up to our arrival, met us for our check-in, toured us around the property and was always available to help us arrange activities, recommend restaurants and answer any other questions.  We visited for a week with our two children (19 & 22) who loved the house, the pool, and, of course, the white faced capuchin monkeys who would visit every evening.

The Jungle Palace was the perfect home for our family of five (2 adults and 3 kids) with all the amenities needed to make for an enjoyable and memorable stay. Close to local eateries, the beach and a few minutes drive from Jaco but tucked away enough to truly experience the natural surroundings and wildlife (daily visits by the "neighborhood" monkeys!). The outdoor areas of the home were perfect for the family to connect, share meals and enjoy some pool time. The local mini-market was convenient for picking up snacks, drinks and local produce. Communication was top-notch, Matt and Laura were very responsive and made sure we were taken care of.

Everything from the check in accurate description of the location was perfect. Communication was excellent from start to finish thank you for everything!

Matthew and his team were fantastic! From the beginning of the booking till we arrived his Conceierge Laura we perfect - Laura helped us with groceries- day trips and a wonderful personal chef that made for a very special family evening!

Great host and wonderful place. I cannot wait to return.

The Jungle Palace is a unforgettable experience!! The location and nature beauty is just perfect. We saw monkeys and all types of different birds including macaws and toucans. The water for showers was always hot. There is also a mini market that has everything you need that is only a 2 minute walk away. Matt and Laura are awesome! Laura coordinated a private chef and bartender services that had welcome drinks on our arrival. The food and drinks were amazing!

So, this is BY FAR my favorite Air BnB to stay at. From the time we arrived to the time we left, it was so amazing. Laura and Matthew were the best host Ive ever had. They were so informative and helped us with booking excursions and breakfast for the days we wanted. The communication was EXCELLENT, Ive never had host so eager to help and respond so quickly. If I needed anything at all , I could just message them and they would get back expeditiously.  I would 10 out of 10 recommend this home to anyone looking to stay near Jaco beach or hell, just stay here even if you would prefer a different beach. The location of the home was perfect, and right outside the home is a market a few feet away(which was also perfect) . I cant wait to come back !

The house is lovely and just like the pictures, big and spacious. We enjoyed the pool and being close to but not in town. We saw monkeys climbing through the trees around the house on 4 days during the week!

Jungle Palace truly is a magical place. We pulled into the driveway and before we even got out of the car we saw a group of 10 monkeys jumping across the jungle canopies and eating berries from the trees! Once we stepped out of our car a flock of 6 red macaws flew directly overhead. We had only been there for less than a minute and we were already having magical experiences with the Costa Rican wildlife. That evening we headed to Playa Hermosa for a sunset surf session. At the beach we were greeted by more red macaws. But the true magic moment was when we came in from the surf and a sea turtle nest was erupting on the beach. We watched hundreds of baby sea turtles hatch and make their journey to the ocean. It was beautiful.  The location of the house is perfect and the design is really cool. It really does feel like a palace. The bedrooms are big, the bathrooms are clean, and the living spaces are the perfect accommodation for a large group. The pool and patio space are dreamy. It was lovely to spend afternoons sunning in the pool and watching monkeys and other wildlife in the canopies. The kitchen had everything you would need to cook  meals. Or if you wanted a privately cooked breakfast, lunch, dinner, Ms Laura could set you up with an in house chef. The chef's menu is amazing. Truly and all inclusive trip with options for fishing, eco tours, etc.  I have been visiting Costa Rica since 2004 and this was by far my favorite experience. The most comfortable and accommodating AirBNB I have stayed at, not only in Costa Rica, but maybe in the world. I look forward to visiting again! Thank you Matt and Laura for making our stay so amazing!

The house was amazing and service was great. 10/10.

great location about at 12 min walk from the beach! felt very safe! mini mart right next door that’s good for convenience shopping. very helpful and kind hosts!! highly recommend!

This was the best Airbnb decision I’ve ever made!!!! Laura the house host will make the trip accommodating and one to remember! I had dinner upon arrival with a private chef , transportation to and from airport and to all excursions and town outings! She’s in communication with you at all times! And is a SWEETHEART. Highly recommended!!

Matthew and Laura were very welcoming and responsive to all of our questions! The house was very nice and spacious for our family of 10. We loved sitting outside and watching the wildlife. We saw monkeys, macaws, iguanas, toucans and a coati. Easy access to the beach and other excursions!

Where do I begin ! I literally searched hundreds of spots and areas to ensure I have the best vacation! And Matt’s place was so perfect. The vibes , the area (no more than 10 mins from Jaco), the accommodations, the rawness and genuineness I experienced were through the roof. I literally wanted for nothing. Laura is such a gem. Laura was so organized, professional, caring, and just all around awesome !!! Matt’s place was private , spacious , safe, and comfortable! It’s near a nice market for ones needs (even the people who work in the market was so amazing). My experience was through the roof, and if you’re looking for an area to be surrounded by the jungle to see monkeys and birds etc, with a touch of accessibility look no further. Trust me! Thanks MATT , LAURA, EMARI, and countless others who truly made my birthday trip worth wild. UNTIL NEXT TIME!

Matthew’s place was amazing! It was right by a store and everything he described it to be. His communication was effective and our trip was great. Thanks Matthew

Matthew was by far the most amazing host I have ever had. He set up excursions, airport transfers, transportation and gave great recommendations for places to eat and things to do! And don’t get my started on the actual Airbnb. It was even better than the photos. We loved it! We got to see monkeys in the trees. The view was spectacular. I would definitely stay here again and I highly recommend Matthew’s Airbnb and Matthew as a host! We were very close to Jaco and so it was only about a 15 minute drive to go eat.

wonderful stay at Matthew place from check in to check out and they made sure we had a pleasant stay. watch out for random animals walking through the property from dogs, iguana, monkeys, and even saw a few racoons.. no snacks but was hoping to see one lol... I would definately recommend this place to all, only down side for this place was the that the pool would need to be clear of bugs and even saw racoon poop in the pool one day as well and since it's covid time.The red taxis to Jaco town were rediciousely priced since no Uber was able to run after 9Pm.

Great place! Very comfortable, we really enjoy our stay.

Our entire family loved the house.  We were even lucky enough to see monkeys.  Private but close enough to Jaco. The small convenience store just down the driveway was also great.

Large, spacious house with a good location. Quiet place and away from hustle and bustle but also very close to beaches. I recommend it.

Casa grande, espaciosa y con buena ubicación. Lugar tranquilo y alejado de bullicio pero también muy cerca de las playas. Lo recomiendo.

Matthew’s place was such a great house. The location was amazing. Laura was so helpful and great with communication. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting to get a little get a way trip.

Great house with monkeys coming through the backyard trees a lot. Convenience store right next door -- very convenient.

Great willingness to resolve situations, very friendly and trusting guests.

Gran disposición para resolver situaciones, muy amable y confía en los huéspedes.

Nice place, comfortable, spacious, with everything you need! We really enjoyed it!

Lindo lugar, comodo, espacioso, con todo lo requerido! Lo disfrutamos mucho!

This is very lovely place, very private and nice. The mini market by the door is very convenient. Two bedrooms downstairs are very small to keep in mind. But was absolutely suitable for our kids. Overall good cottage

The place is wonderful and has everything you need for your pleasant stay. Will come back again! ☀️

Good facilities, the place is as shown in the photos.

Buenas instalaciones, el lugar es como en las fotos.

Excellent location, very safe place and perfect to enjoy the area!

Excelente ubicación, lugar muy seguro y perfecto para disfrutar de la zona!

The house is spectacular, very comfortable, very good service from the host.

La casa es espectacular, muy cómoda, muy buena atención por parte del host.

Great place to be. Near playa hermosa. Great privacy

Perfect place perfect house Matthew was great will def be coming back

Matt was great and responded so quickly.  He always had helpful tips and even took us into the town to show us where to get things and his favorite spots.  Awesome trip!

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