Xinia

Excellent accommodation and service. The views are spectacular. A perfect place to clear your mind.

Amazing view, peaceful and spacious

Communication with Xinia was excellent. She helped us resolve some issues we had at the time.

This was the last stop on our 10-day CR vacation and it was the perfect way to end the trip. It was so nice to spread out and feel that spacious air in the penthouse after a week of being in more quaint spaces. GORGEOUS 180+ degree view of the lake. My favorite part was wandering downstairs for meals and drinks at the first floor restaurant that were all so delicious. Everyone we met were so kind… from -Nixon, who greeted us at check in, to -Tyler, who chatted with us quite a bit in the app and helped us link up with -Kooky, our driver for exploring town, to our sweet waitress in the restaurant. Even their dogs befriended us! Jacko joined us for a walk and Lucas kept us company at dinner. This last experience made it so hard to leave this beautiful country. Absolutely would return! WOW.

Xinia’s place was amazing. First and foremost is the view, absolutely stunning and breathtaking. Seeing the lake from that perspective, with the sunset and sunrise was incredible. The place was also extremely clean and quiet and we had no issues at all with anything during our stay. Checking in was really easy and the staff at the restaurant were very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend and we can’t wait to get back there and stay again.

The place was as described. The view is in fact a million dollar view. You will not get this view, along with direct lake access, anywhere else. The top level penthouse is more homey than modern/luxury but do not let that steer your decision to rent here, it's well worth it.

The views from this property are absolutely breathtaking and were the highlight of our stay. The panoramic views of Arenal Lake and the surrounding mountains and volcanoes felt like stepping into a postcard. The peaceful setting and natural beauty alone make this place worth visiting. Our check-in was ultimately made possible by George at the restaurant. He was kind, professional, and helpful in getting the check-in process sorted out. We were very grateful for his assistance. The restaurant was another highlight of our stay. The food and service were excellent.

This was a great spot! We wish we had more time to stay. The top penthouse was huge and beautiful! The views are worth the price of admission. Highly recommend booking a fishing tour with Tyler too!

Beautiful view of the Lake and located on top of a wonderful restaurant. Everything was very clean.

Beautiful view! We were lucky and arrived at sunset! Absolutely gorgeous

I wish I could stay here for a month! This place was so comfortable and has a million dollar view. Wonderful, delicious restaurant downstairs and friendly staff.

The views are absolutely breathtaking. The apartment is surprisingly spacious and can comfortably accommodate a larger group. Everything was thoughtfully arranged by the hosts, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

The view is a knock out, especially the sunset. It’s an exceptional and unique venue. The restaurant downstairs was terrific as was the recommendation for breakfast at Cafe con Amor. We wish we could have stayed longer!

Everything was excellent. Very beautiful.

Spectacular view!

The setting was stunning. Sunsets across the lake. The climate perfect. We opened the doors to the patio when we arrived and only closed them when we left. No bugs and Goldilocks temperatures. The unit itself was as described and more than adequate. The staff at the location went above and beyond (Jerry-rigging wires to start a dead battery for example). The adjacent restaurant high quality and a good location. Highly recommend a stay.

We (2 people) spontaneously booked this penthouse apartment for one night. The apartment is extremely clean, nice, and you immediately feel comfortable. The location right on Lake Arenal, with the huge terrace and the perfect view, is fantastic. We had a rainy day and then just enjoyed this lovely apartment to the fullest. The food at the restaurant right next door was also very good. We will be happy to come back.

A place that's too nice to go as a group, with a beautiful landscape and a quiet and friendly atmosphere.

nice place, beautiful view. Very, very expensive restaurant prices.

Perfect place on a perfect lake. Price for the quality are great. Would stay again ina heartbeat. Very quick response hosts.

a wonderful place

We didn’t actually stay here. They double booked our room, and offered us a better accommodation the day of our check in. It would not accommodate our family, and we had to opt out. They were very gracious in trying to accommodate us, and they gave us an appropriate refund when it did not work out. We hope to visit them next time.

The unit was absolutely gorgeous with an amazing view.

Incredible lake view. Large terrace and plenty of space inside. Perfect?

What a hidden gem. The 180 degree view was spectacular. Xinia and Tyler communicative. The kitchen was well equipped and the bathroom was nicely designed with a large shower and plenty of hot water. The beds clean and comfortable.The balcony was spacious and inviting with a spectacular view. We were delighted to view a full rainbow. I would highly recommend this location.

Great place! The hospitality we received was phenomenal. They deviled us pizza from the restaurant downstairs and upgraded us to the penthouse for no additional charge when there was a problem with our unit. The location is remote. The big cockroaches in the building is my only complaint. But everything else made up for it.

The place is so peaceful and beautiful. Gorgeous view of the lake and the restaurant below has amazing food. The place has everything you need and was great for one night on the way to Monteverde, wished we had more time to spend.

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In the bathroom there was hair that made the water not drain easily Other than that everything was fine

What a great experience Everything was beautiful, the view of the lake, the apartment was great and the restaurant downstairs, let's go, crazy pizza, 5 stars without hesitation and for the service too I'll be back for sure. The only thing we didn't like was the dogs barking during the night but with earplugs everything was perfect 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

The view from our room was wonderful, the balcony the best part! Comfortable bed, plenty of space. We ate at the restaurant, which was great. Beautiful view from the restaurant also. Cute dogs on the premises, but you may hear barking during the night. All in all, very fair price and a good stay for the night.

A very beautiful place

Can’t say enough about this hidden gem. Originally we were going to stay 2 nights and then move on but we loved the place so much we stayed and made it home base for an additional 4 days. Breathtaking views of Lake Arenal especially at sunset. The food was SPECTACULAR and the service even better. You can order food from the restaurant and they will bring it right up to your room. Jorge was the highlight of our trip! He was funny, attentive, and just a vibrant energy to be around. He always had a smile on his face and extreme friendly. They have 3 dogs on the property and Luka was by far our favorite. He loved to join us for our little walks. We had been in CR for about 10 days before we arrived here and Cindy was kind enough to allow us a laundry service for a very small fee. Can’t express how much we appreciated it. This place truly is a must stay. Loved everything about it and can’t wait to go back. Thank You for everything!

Quiet, a spectacular view, everything was clean and excellent service!

Excellent hosting! The truth is that the place was much nicer than I expected, the room or rather the entire accommodation is quite large. There are many things to do around it, and the value for money is very good

Awesome place with beautiful views. Restaurant downstairs has excellent food and drinks.

Great place ! Thank you for having us

Incredible, everything perfect.

The unit was very clean and had the most amazing view of the lake! The restaurant below had great food and service and they also offered to deliver up to the unit. I would highly recommend for a relaxing getaway !

My family enjoyed our stay. Spacious, clean, peaceful, and beautiful view off the lake. The restaurant 😍 5 star. The view and food left us speechless.

Incredible views, very comfortable beds, quiet location, easy check in, and great restaurant next door. We were visited by hummingbird on the porch! We would have liked to stay longer than one night. Next time… Thanks!

Exelente place. Very well located with unsurpassed views of the Lake. The apartment is very comfortable and clean. Cindy and Tyler are always very attentive to our queries. Very good hosts. I would definitely be back.

Great Place

Waking up to such a beautiful view of the lake was definitely the highlight of this place. I really enjoyed our stay. Cindy and the staff were very friendly and honestly have nothing negative to say about this place. Cindy was an amazing host making sure that we were pleased with our stay. Thank you Cindy for being so quick to respond to our questions and concerns. I do have a video of the amazing view in my Tik Tok @iamyanigarcia for more details of the room.

The views! Incredible. Great restaurant downstairs. Lots of different birds. It’s a great stay!

The host made sure our check-in was easy, and the view of the lake was remarkable! The rooms were clean and welll kept. If youre interested in fishing there is a boat that can pick you up at the water, minutes away from the rental (ask the host about this!). The restaurant on the property was the best food we had eaten our whole trip so be sure to check that out too!

Excellent stay! It exceeded our expectations! There was no need to contact the host during your stay. Everything was and worked as it should. Beautiful views from the "Ático" room.

Wonderful place

Amazing view! Beautiful location - we enjoyed our stay.

Excellent location, food, view. Super Recommended

Our unit was spacious and beautiful, with a fully equipped kitchen and amenities. Our patio had a nice view of Lake Arenal and we had a view of the Arenal Volcano from our kitchen. The restaurant in the facility is excellent. I highly recommend it and will book it again the next time I’m in the area.

We stayed in the penthouse and it was very large and well furnished. The view over the lake from the large balcony is amazing. The place is a little isolated down a dirt track with the very small town some 1.5km away. Supermarkets are very limited in items, especially fresh food, so if you want to self cater plan ahead and maybe shop in La Fortuna en route. Kitchen is well stocked to self cater. Beds are very comfortable and fans and open windows keep the room cool enough to sleep. No toiletries other than hand soap provided. There is a restaurant on site but we thought it was very expensive, with breakfast $18 per person and the cheapest main meal in the evening being pizza starting at $16 and going to a whopping $33 - how a pizza is justified at that price is beyond me. However the view from the restaurant is lovely. Alternative restaurants do exist in the town with Moya’s Place having live music (average food) and Restaurante La Casa de Dona Celina being the best value.

the location is on a peninsula by the water I.e a thrown rock would splash. lots of birds and nature, nice area. road up is a bit bumpy so I would pay extra for a 4x4 bit not muddy or terrible.

Incredible view and restaurant

Wonderful view of Lake Arenal from the 3rd floor patio! Food downstairs was wonderful - worth the price!

We arrived late and after we unpacked we were hungry. We ordered take out from the restaurant and delivered the food to us. Very friendly

This place had amazing views of Lake Arenal! The bed was comfortable, the shower was good, the food at the restaurant was great (although we only had dinner there)! Be sure to bring what you would need to make coffee because you won’t want to run back to town. The people were great and we absolutely loved Luca (the dog)!

Bluebay Penthouse made our trip to Lake Arenal and the rainforest even better. The house is over Tinajas Restaurant where the food and drinks are amazing. The staff is so friendly. Cindy and Tyler, our hosts, helped so much with tour advice. We could have slept more people, but the place was great for a romantic getaway for two as well. The views from the main porch are to die for. We didn't stray far from the place because it was so beautiful. There were screens on the windows so we let the fresh air in with no worry of insects. A great trip.

Definitely come back stay here again.

Absolutely recommended! Everything was a great fit from the first contact to the check out. The apartment is a dream and as described. Contact with the host is incredibly fast. Cindy inquires about your well-being every day. On request, there are also tips for tours in the area. We would book again anytime!!

absolutely gorgeous view and the food downstairs at the restaurant was outstanding!!! We just wished it was going to be open for breakfast as well everyday like we thought it was going to be!

Cindy's place was super nice. Huge window front and lake views from everywhere. We thoroughly enjoyed the sunsets on the terrace. The apartment is super clean and the towels are changed daily and it has been swept, and trash cans emptied. We never had that before. There are extra 5 stars for that. A restaurant under the apartment has super good food. We would come back here anytime.

My girlfriend and I loved our stay. The location was everything you could hope for on the beautiful Lake Arenal. The restaurant down stairs was fantastic and the sunset you get from the rooms or the restaurant are phenomenal! I highly recommend staying here is will definitely be a return stay when we find ourselves back in Costa Rica!

Breathtaking view, spacious room, great service!

Pros - the apartment is exactly as described. The lake views and breeze are clutch for cool air at night and to keep away the bugs. The patio is private. The restaurant downstairs fed us every night we got done with our day’s activities, and we loved every dish we ordered. The sun rises over the volcano and sets over the lake. Both views were spectacular! The shower is oversized with plenty of hot water. We didn’t use the kitchen, but it looked stocked with coffee and cookware. Cons - The cons are out of the hosts’ control. Light sleepers might have a hard time with random dogs barking throughout the night. The windows have to stay open for the breeze (which we loved). Also, if you are spending most of your time in La Fortuna, the drive gets old, but, after a day around a lot of people, the drive was worth the tranquility. The road is narrow and curvy so not for someone who gets motion sickness in cars. 5 stars for my partner and I!

You couldn’t ask for a better view, it was extraordinarily beautiful ! The weather was a huge mix bag, and made even more extraordinary. The housecleaning and the laundry service was more than I ever expected. The restaurant downstairs was incredible, a little pricey, but I suppose worth every colon. I did read a review early on before I booked Blue Bay penthouse, that the restaurant was a bit noisy on the weekends. I didn’t experience that at all and I was there for one month.  perfect place to stay…😎👍 did I forget to mention that Cindy is an extraordinary person ! I love that word 😋

we arrived late around 7 pm, and the restaurant downstairs was kind enough to stay open so we could have food after driving in the dark and the rain. (The restaurant was also wonderful and they made a great martini!) The view is absolutely spectacular, better than in photos. The space was open and clean. We really enjoyed watching all of the beautiful birds from the balcony.

It is a nice place with the great view:)

We fell in love with this place. The view of the lake and surrounding hills is incredible, and the apartment is spacious, clean and had everything we needed. The big balcony was the place to start the day with a morning coffee seeing the rising sun, and also the place to enjoy the sunset after a busy day of adventure in the area. We also enjoyed the restaurant and had dinner there several days during our stay. The climate at the lake is just perfect, no need for air conditioning and we got to fall asleep listening to the soft breeze. So lovely to spend some days here after the scorching hot coast. And if that wasn't enough, the host Cindy was both friendly and very helpful. Highly recommended!

The apartment is stocked with modern amenities and has great natural light ! We saw so many lovely birds and the view of the lake is beautiful. The staff are thoughtful and the organic restaurant downstairs is fantastic!

What a great relaxing spot!

Amazing place with excellent views. Quite clean and very well put together.

even better when photo , and what to say about the restaurant,we arrived at the closing time "8am" and they stayed open until 9am to serve us:) very nice I recommend it

The view is out of this world! And also the location is perfect for exploring the entire area without being in the middle of tourism. Not to mention the great restaurant on the ground floor that make really great food:-) thumbs up !

The view was stunning & a great location, we loved it. Also a great restaurant attached, plus markets in Nuevo Arenal to get snacks etc. Lots of beautiful birds & local wildlife, but Lucas the resident dog was our most favorite thing about the place 🥰 We would def stay here again.

I planned a 2 week long vacation to Costa Rica, and this was by far the best place I stayed while I was doing the touristy stuff. The views from the deck are absolutely incredible, the hosts were very attentive, and the condo itself was spotless. I hope I can go back in the future.

Beautiful and calm place, where you can relax and be in the nature. The appartment is like it is shown on the pictures with beautiful view over the lake. We would return back!

Fantastic stay to recharge batteries. The place is beautiful and the views are spectacular.

Cindy’s place is clean, spacious, and has the best view of lake arenal you can find. The restaurant downstairs is five star and has the best breakfast and dinner! If you are looking for a place to relax and just enjoy the beauty of the lake, this is the place! We didn’t get to see the sunset very well due to clouds in the evening while we were there but we got to see a full double rainbow that morning!

What a wonderful find. The place was airy, clean and as shown. The host was quick to respond to inquiries. The view is beautiful and peaceful. The restaurant is absolutely delicious with fresh, organic food. On our last day they did our laundry for a reasonable fee.

A+ great suite over looking lake and mountains with great restaurant downstairs. Just book it.

Absolutely stunning view of the lake. We came in the rainy season so couldn't see the volcano but can only imagine how beautiful it must look. We only stayed one night but spent the afternoon on the balcony, overlooking the lake and enjoying a beautiful sunset. The flat is very clean and the restaurant below is delicious and good value.

Thank you

Loved my stay! The restaurant next door was very convenient and delicious! Waking up to that gorgeous view each morning felt like a beautiful dream. Would stay there again and again!