Leonardo
Reviews
Superhost370 total reviews
72% rated 5★
370 reviews
4.63
2015–2026
Cleanliness 4.7
Accuracy 4.7
Communication 4.8
Location 4.9
Check-in 4.8
Value 4.6
370 reviews
Augusto
Excellent, 2 months ago
Our days in Santa Teresa were fantastic, and much of that was thanks to our stay at Cale Casitas. The apartment was very nice. It had good air conditioning and everything you need to relax for a few days, enjoying the beach just a few steps away. I would definitely stay at Casitas again on my next visit.
Bailey
Excellent, 3 months ago
Everything was clean and the host was responsive when we had small trouble getting into the lock box! Would stay here again as it is walkable to the city and beach access is just right across the street!
Milena
Excellent, 6 months ago
We stayed at Leo’s place for several weeks and were very satisfied. We particularly loved the apartment's location in the heart of Santa Teresa and the friendly communication with Leo and Lupe. We will be happy to come back!
Maja
Excellent, 6 months ago
Both Leonardo and Lupe were so nice and so helpful throughout our stay. Leo was very communicative and always provided quick responses and was prompt in helping, as was Lupe. Highly recommend this home!☺️ Very cozy place to stay, and everything worked properly with the Wi-Fi, kitchen, bathroom, etc. The only issue we had was a few cockroaches, but Lupe and Leo were quick to help.😊☀️ Very close to the beach, and the place is right next to a café called Anis, which in my opinion served the best food in the ENTIRE Santa Teresa area.🤩
Alejandro
Excellent, 6 months ago
Very conveniently located and with good facilities
ירון
Excellent, 6 months ago
A really good location, and Leonardo was always available and friendly and answered every question. We enjoyed every moment.
Shahar
Excellent, 7 months ago
Amazing stay! Perfect location, clean, and the host was incredibly kind and responsive. Everything was smooth and exceeded expectations. Highly recommend!
Georgina
Good, 7 months ago
Leonardo was a lovely, helpful host. Lupia was also amazing and helped when I couldn't find a taxi. My room was at the back so was quiet and the place was a stones throw away from the beach! Just a heads up there is no AC, but there are fans, which was okay. Bed was also very comfortable. Would stay again.
Anne-Sophie
Excellent, 8 months ago
Leonardo is a thoughtful and available host. We loved discovering San Teresa and the surrounding area, the place was perfectly located. We'll go back one day!
Valentina
OK, 8 months ago
Our stay was 6 days in the Swell house of the complex - the smallest of all. Pros: the Airbnb is very conveniently located if you don't have transportation, meters from the main beach. The bed was very comfortable, the bathroom was very good and it was quite well equipped. Cons: next to the complex there are other Airbnbs/hotels/hostels and the music and noise can be heard very close! Also, being on the bottom floor and the ceiling being wooden, absolutely all the noise from the people upstairs could be heard; footsteps, falls, conversations. Another thing that caught our attention is that we did not see that the cleaning service was included - although it is very useful, it was not clarified and we were surprised to enter and see that someone had entered, without notifying us. Lupe is very friendly and helpful.
Ralf
Excellent, 8 months ago
great place to stay in Santa Teresa, a bit away from the biggest hustle and bustle
Josefine
Excellent, 9 months ago
We stayed with Leo for 6 nights and enjoyed it to the max! Really lovely little apartment, very central and close to the beach! There was everything you needed to make some easy food and Lupe came by and kept the place clean every day!
Kenneth
Excellent, 9 months ago
The perfect room, it has everything you need for a short or long stay, very clean, A/C, very comfortable bathroom, very comfortable bed and the terrace is the best.
Pedro
Excellent, 9 months ago
Amazing place, always clean! Relax. Leo is available anytime you write to him. The impeccable houses, well located 200/300 meters from the beach.
Lucy
Excellent, 9 months ago
Leo’s place is wonderful; well situated close to the beach and cafés and he was super helpful and kind to help me when I needed to go to the medical centre! Thank you for a great stay.
Brittany
Good, 9 months ago
It’s okay. Nice host. The room is a little cramped but it was reasonable for the price.
Theresa
Excellent, 9 months ago
Leo was very attentive and took care of the AC problem promptly. He’s friendly, hands-on, and offers a great deal. The location is excellent—near supermarkets, lots of restaurant choices, and just 5 minutes from the beach!
Vera
Good, 10 months ago
We had a lovely time in Santa Teresa and were satisfied with the accommodation overall. Since the ceiling is only made of wood and there were also guests upstairs, it was really very loud. Every step was audible. That was not intended, but you should take note of it before the stay. The trash cans were emptied every day and the facility was very nice and well maintained. We were also able to rent a surfboard for $10. Overall, the place is smaller than expected from the photos.
Caballero Florencia
Excellent, 10 months ago
The accommodation is exactly as shown, Lupe keeps the entire complex clean on a daily basis and is very helpful. It also has boards and rental bikes which makes the stay and amenities very complete. Thank you
Sam
Good, 10 months ago
Leonardo was very responsive, I arrived 10 minutes after my reservation, his directions were clear, he was very patient because I couldn't find it even though I was parked in front, fatigue surely 😁 The accommodation is very beautiful, it looks like a doll's house, it is small but very functional and super well decorated. Small downside as it is open you hear everything coming from outside but it is original.
Jourgen
Excellent, 10 months ago
Excellent
Anacristina
Excellent, 10 months ago
Beautiful beach town stay cozy, spotless, and perfectly located. Lupe, the cleaning lady, was incredibly helpful and so sweet. She really made the stay feel extra welcoming. Highly recommend!
Vivien
Good, 11 months ago
The place was ok but the place Santa Teresa is not recommended. Loud, dirty, too expensive...a single construction site.
Chloé
Excellent, 1 year ago
Cute and good location
Sophia
Excellent, 1 year ago
I had a great stay! The place was clean, comfortable, and just a short walk to the beach, which made it super convenient. The area felt safe and relaxing, and everything I needed was nearby. Communication with the host was smooth and easy. I’d definitely stay here again!
Luís Felipe
Good, 1 year ago
Very nice place close to the beach :)
Beatriz
Excellent, 1 year ago
Our stay at the accommodation was amazing, the space is clean, organized, has all the necessary kitchen utensils, and has an amazing location close to the beach. Communication with the host was great too, always willing to respond quickly and help, Leo is a 10. I highly recommend
Nicola
Excellent, 1 year ago
We had a very nice stay in Santa Teresa, the airbnb is super close to the beach, clean and has a lovely garden and area to sit outside. We could always ask Leo if we needed help and Lupe was very attentive. Just as a heads-up though: the flat is surrounded by lots of plants and trees, so we did have some crabs and insects inside the house sometimes. And you have to pay some extra money for the washing machine.
Lori
Excellent, 1 year ago
Outstanding in every way! Beautiful and excellent location. Host was very attentive and always went above and beyond. Cozy bed, cold AC, very clean and so walkable. 2 minute walk to beach and great food surrounding it. Easy parking. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Tomer
Excellent, 1 year ago
Excellent apartment. Great location and quiet, except that there is no AC everything is excellent
Carolina
Not good, 1 year ago
The apartment is very centrally located and all the restaurant the beach spots are easy reachable by foot. Nevertheless me and my friend felt very uncomfortable and had to leave the apartment becauae of the smell. It smelled very moldy, and we were at risk of getting sick. The bed was clean but there were dead bugs in the kitchen and bathroom. If you are looking for a central apartment and are fine with the smell this is a suitable apartment. I want to say that the host was very friendly and helpful.
Chloe
Excellent, 1 year ago
Cute little spot, good location, would stay again.
Daniela
Excellent, 1 year ago
The place is very well located, close to the beach. Thank you very much Leo for your attention!
Leah
Excellent, 1 year ago
Perfect little spot for exploring Santa Teresa. Very clean, amazing service and couldn’t be more central.
Moa
Excellent, 1 year ago
Couln’t have asked for a better stay in Santa Terese. Exactly what it said it was, but better. Close to beach. Cozy. Extremely friendly and helpful host. Recommend in every way!
Federico
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great location and comfortable place, definitely recommended
Sarah
Excellent, 1 year ago
I’m going to get straight to the best thing about this place: its location. It’s perfectly situated, surrounded by the best restaurants and right in front of the beach. That makes all the difference. When you visit Santa Teresa, it’s less about the wildlife and more about the beach and nightlife. We had spent our trip exploring the jungle, so we really appreciated coming back to the lively energy of this town. The place itself is cozy, with a small outdoor table and a little kitchen. The bed is comfy. The layout is a bit unusual—there’s a door by the bed that doesn’t fully open and a window on the side that can’t be opened—but it’s not a big issue. Just a heads-up: we stayed for the weekend, and the neighbors played music really late, so we had to use earplugs. You can also hear people in the apartment above quite well.
Nathalie
Repeat guest
Excellent, 1 year ago
The happiness of staying at Leo's again! These homes are impeccable and so nice! And Leo is a great, charming and welcoming host! His brave and positive energy spreads and makes your stay wonderful! Thanks again! Nathalie and Ludo
Victor
Excellent, 1 year ago
We had a great stay at this little apartment in Santa Teresa! It was very clean, super centrally located, and just a short walk (300m) to the beach. The area felt safe, with all restaurants and bars within walking distance. The cleaning lady was lovely, and the overall price-to-value was excellent. Highly recommend!
Nathalie
Repeat guest
Excellent, 1 year ago
Léo is an amazing host! The best! Warm, friendly, adorable! What a pleasure to stay in these homes! For our second stay here in Swell, we loved this time spent, every moment here. Swell is really very pleasant, we felt extremely good there, the terrace bathed in tropical plants at the end of the alley is precious and very appreciated! Thanks for this trip once again Leo! And thank you Lupe for preparing the accommodation so impeccably! Nathalie and Ludo
Nathalie
Repeat guest
Excellent, 1 year ago
Leo is an absolutely exceptional host, and adorable!!!! Kind, communicative, and considerate! Loved our stay in this little paradise! The apartment is lovely, so nice, bright, quiet, and close to everything, in the most beautiful place in Santa-Teresa. The environment is soft and thriving. And everything is clean and neat. What happiness! Thanks to Leo and Lupe for their wonderful hospitality and human warmth! We felt so good! Like at home and elsewhere, we're coming back! 🫶🏼🌞✨ Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Nathalie and Ludo
Pj
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great location, beautiful spot, feels like staying in a fancy surf shack.
Manon
Excellent, 1 year ago
We had a great time in Avignon! The accommodation open to the outside was nice, quiet and perfectly located. A stone's throw from the beach and in the heart of Santa Theresa, staying at Calé offers a truly soothing and rejuvenating experience on the Nicoya Peninsula. The accommodation is accessible with a city vehicle and the street offers free parking. The host is super responsive and very accommodating. Thanks for the welcome:) I would highly recommend it!
Susanne
Excellent, 1 year ago
I had a great stay here. It is super close to the beach trail access for the best surfing. Leo was super helpful and rented me a surfboard for a great price. The location is also close to many restaurants.
Keira
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great place near the beach and cute restaurants.
Celine
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great location. Right across from the beach! Stayed here for 2 nights, would definitely book again :)
Marie-Claude
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great accommodation, very comfortable and well-equipped! It was really cute. Santa Teresa is not a very family-friendly city but no complaints about the apartment! We also received several restaurant suggestions and tips for getting back on the road.
Host Response
Thank you Marie,always welcome with us!
Martín
Excellent, 1 year ago
Everything perfect,good location,clean,friendly and the room as in the photos
Gerry
Excellent, 1 year ago
Simple accommodation in a fantastic location. Right beside beach. Restaurants / Shopping nearby. All very walkable
Melissa
Excellent, 1 year ago
We had an amazing stay at this Airbnb. It looked even better in real life than on the pictures! Location was convenient, near everything. But the place itself was quiet and private. We would have loved to stay longer, it had all the amenities for a longer stay. Communication was great too. Very friendly! You can rent surf boards here and do your laundry. A perfect stay! Thank you so much!
Jeremy
Excellent, 1 year ago
Great location, clean and good value and very friendly host. Highly recommend.
Julio
Excellent, 1 year ago
Small but cozy place, location is good
Hannah
Excellent, 1 year ago
We loved our stay at Calé's! Great location right in the middle of town! The location is walkable to the north and south ends of town, there is a path to the beach right across the street, right across the street from Ani's for a delicious smoothie bowls and breakfast, and Denga surf shop for rentals! The unit we rented was as advertised, very clean, well kept, and private. We would definitely stay here again - although we might upgrade to a unit with AC :)
Peyton
Excellent, 1 year ago
Our stay was great! The host / team was very accommodating and ensured we were comfortable and all our needs were handled. They were a great help for local recommendations, and arranging transportation. Very responsive too!! The location is PERFECT and across the street from beach access was amazing. This spot had everything we needed for the most amazing week!
Ivan
Excellent, 2 years ago
Great stay! Close to some good food places and the beach. Very clean, spacious, and also quiet and secluded. Stayed there for 2.5 weeks and had to extend.
Giorgianella
Excellent, 2 years ago
I had an amazing stay at Cale's place! The apartment was exactly as described—clean, cozy, and well-equipped with everything I needed. The location was perfect, close to the beach and restaurants. The check-in process was smooth and Cale or Lupe were always available to answer any questions I had.
Estefanía
Excellent, 2 years ago
An exceptional experience! From the moment you arrive, I knew I had chosen the perfect place. Leo was incredibly friendly and responsive. The property was spotless, stylish and modern decor that made me feel at home. Also, the location was ideal: close to main attractions but quiet enough to relax at night. Definitely one of the best homes I've been to. ¡Highly recommended!
Gabriela
Excellent, 2 years ago
The maximum are super comfortable casitas for me and my dog, nature, comfortable kitchen (they helped me change the gas that left), space to dry clothes, the mangos fell from the sky, they lent me a bike, and I was able to explore and enjoy Santa Teresa. I would stay an entire month the pure truth perfect for a person traveling alone, the internet quite well to be that town, I don't use AC and I played it with the fan. The comfortable bed and pillows, and the water in the hot shower, the table to work comfortable too. I felt safe thank you!
Rodolfo
Excellent, 2 years ago
The place is very cute, super safe
Itay
Excellent, 2 years ago
Definitely a recommended place! 1 minute walk from the main beach and close to all the restaurants around. The place itself is very well maintained and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Sarah
Good, 2 years ago
Awesome experience! Calé was a very kind host and the villa is perfect. There were a few crabs and cockroaches inside , but that’s to be expected in the jungle. Otherwise the space was perfect!
Lilly
Excellent, 2 years ago
We had a really great stay! I can really recommend it. The accommodation is super nice and has a great location. Cafés, restaurants and supermarkets within easy reach. Leo was super helpful and the communication was great, we would love to come back :))
Erin
Excellent, 2 years ago
Loved our stay here. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. Such a great location, to the beach and restaurants/cafes. Will definitely come again!
Satya
Excellent, 2 years ago
Clean, great location and wonderful service with the staff!
Kaylee
OK, 2 years ago
A decent stop for a quick stay. The space is in a prime location, but was smaller than expected, and did have a bit of an unpleasant smell when we arrived. There is a fan for air flow, but expect a warm night if it is warm outside. Make sure to prop windows open! An ideal stay for 1 person, maybe not a couple.
Sophie
OK, 2 years ago
The property is well kept and would suit a short stop over for a couple or single person. The location is great and easy access to main areas. A little hard to see the sign and locate in the dark. We struggled without air conditioning in this property, the room is well ventilated with a breeze if you open all the windows and use the fan but be prepared to get bitten (despite the well thought out mosquito net). Serves its purpose for a convenient place for a quick stop in the area.
Leonardo
OK, 2 years ago
We stayed in one of the casitas "swell", the room has a sewer smell, coming from the toilet, it's a bit smaller than what we expected. You can also hear the above floor hard steps, it didn't let us sleep at night. There's no parking spot as suggested in the listing, so you have to leave the car outside in the public street. The location is quite nice, it's 100 mts away from the beach, the street outside of it is quite busy.
Host Response
Hola Leonardo! De nuevo gracias por elegirnos,nos hubiera encantado que hablaras acerca de estos problemas cuando estabas aquí. El olor no te fijaste apropiadamente,viene de la propiedad vecina,se les ha roto el desagüe de las lavadoras y tiran todo al aire libre y queda ese olor tan feo,esperamos que pronto esté arreglado. En cuanto al anuncio no pone que tengamos aparcamiento, tampoco te fijaste bien al parecer. De nuevo gracias por tu comunicación y comentarios.
Marissa (Yun)
Excellent, 2 years ago
Perfect location. Very close to the beach, restaurants and super markets. The owner is very communicative. Love the cleaning lady who comes very day. Will definitely comeback!
Felix
Excellent, 2 years ago
Great place, central location!
Emily
Excellent, 2 years ago
Great location on the strip of Santa Theresa, lots of restaurants and beach access. The room is comfortable, and the patio is nice. Would recommend if you want to be in the heart of everything!
Laura
Excellent, 2 years ago
This Airbnb’s location is PRIME. Right in the middle of Santa Teresa, next to the best restaurant and bars and a 1 min walk to the beach. I will say that because you are right in the hustle and bustle, it can get a little loud at night but nothing unbearable! You can just hear cars on the street which I’m used to from living in a big city back in the states. The apartment was small and cute and simple, had everything you would need including a full kitchen with all appliances and dishes needed to cook, as well as AC in bedroom. Leo came over and introduced himself as we checked in and he was great. Offered to send restaurants, activities, etc to ensure a fun and relaxing stay. Overall incredible Airbnb with an unbeatable location! Will definitely stay again.
Catalina
Good, 2 years ago
The best was the location, we were very close to the beach. There was also good communication with Leo and Sra Lupe, both very friendly. They cleaned and changed sheets/towels upon request. The place was simple and smaller than we expected, the bathroom had no door and was in front of the kitchen, so there was not much privacy. Lastly, there was noise coming from the upstairs apartment, the ceiling was wooden and was heard when walking, so we woke up and couldn't sleep well. Despite that, we had a nice experience.
Robert
Excellent, 2 years ago
Great place to stay. Super close to everything. To the beach, to great restaurants, and anything else you want. Highly recommend staying here.
Julien
Good, 2 years ago
The apartment is particularly well located, 2 minutes from the pedestrian beach entrance along the Ani's restaurant (to be tried), close to other restaurants very well, and correct in itself. The room is pretty, but has two flaws (in my opinion): Slight openings in the shutters and door on the garden side, and the kitchen window without shutters (overlooking storage, but still), which feel like you are visible from the outside, and break the privacy of the place a little. And potentially noisy: especially since (for the downstairs bedroom) only the floor separates from the floor. As long as the tenant above is very mobile or has a heavy footprint, we take advantage of it.
Ignacia
Excellent, 2 years ago
Amazing experience! I went with a friend and she was perfect. The size of the casita well, considering that in that place one is all day in the beach or outside the room. The kitchen equipped with everything you need, the comfortable bed. Nice bathroom. They made a change of sheets and towels every two days approx, which was very nice. Featuring a very nice terrace for breakfast or eating. The place is quiet and really close to the beach, it is a thing to go out and 50 meters there is a passage to the beach. Lots of good restaurants and cafés nearby. The only thing that can be uncomfortable without the noises upstairs, you hear it quite a lot when they walk or move things, other than that all amazing!
Jaimy
Excellent, 2 years ago
Great place to stay! Walking distance to beach and restaurants. Highly recommend
Lynn
Excellent, 2 years ago
This place was the perfect oasis for the much needed rest and relaxation I needed. Leo and Lupe were both so kind, helpful and accommodating.
Guillaume-Alexandre
Excellent, 2 years ago
Calé casitas is a pleasant place to put your suitcases in Santa Teresa. the place is stylish and comfortable to stay in. Just cross the street to get to the beach. Thank you to Lupe for the welcome.
Esther
Good, 2 years ago
Great place very central, very convenient but comfortable. Thank you
Elin
Excellent, 2 years ago
Close to everything and fresh stay, would recommend everyone this home
Tania
Excellent, 2 years ago
small but functional space, location can't be beat!
Vera
Excellent, 2 years ago
We had an amazing stay! For one week we were in the middle of Santa Teresa, everything was walking distance and the apartment was super clean and cosy. Since restaurants are a bit pricey here, it’s fantastic you have the opportunity to cook yourself or make a nice smoothie in the morning before go surfing!
Michelle
Excellent, 2 years ago
This was our top Airbnb stay in CR! Such a vibe! Perfect location to be close enough to everything in Santa Teresa but still felt private and secure! This space was so CLEAN - everything felt brand new. The design was lovely. The space had all the amenities we needed!! Cale was so helpful and gave great local advice. Would absolutely love to stay here again!!
Megan
Excellent, 2 years ago
We really enjoyed our stay here. The location was perfect. We were a short walk from the beach, bars, restaurants, and the grocery store. I highly recommend eating at Muzza, which is a pizza place just a few doors down. Leo was amazing! He was so welcoming and a very effective communicator. He was incredibly helpful and accommodating. He offered us some great recommendations and advice throughout our stay. You won’t be disappointed if you book this place!
Els
Excellent, 2 years ago
Lovely lovely place. Very nice to stay here. Neat, stylish.. Highly recommend x
Rita
Good, 2 years ago
Perfect location. We used Cale’s place to stay for a night until we met up with the rest of our party.
Julia
Good, 3 years ago
We had a good time :)
Millie
Not good, 3 years ago
Leo was very good at communicating back and forward with me after a couple of issues we had, he was friendly and very helpful. The housekeeper is so lovely and helped us a lot. The place the exactly how described and looked very nice inside, however nothing was really practical as we want to use the kitchen. We stayed 4 nights and by the end the smell of pond water came from the bathroom and kitchen. This is a perfect place to sleep for a couple of night but we didn’t find it practical.
Karoline
Excellent, 3 years ago
Agreements were great & we had everything we needed in the small apartment. The proximity to the beach is great and perfect for the sunset. 😇
Travis
Excellent, 3 years ago
Great little spot close to the beach and nice restaurants.
Ginny
Good, 3 years ago
Perfect location if you want walk to the beach and eat great. Cabin was super for me. Everything i need was there. Very charming place. And Cale was super friendly. He helps me when i was need help. Thank you for that. Super host :)
Host Response
We will be very happy to have you at Cale casitas again!!
Alex
OK, 3 years ago
Nice and calm place. Just keep in mind there is no parking area
Silke
Good, 3 years ago
Lovingly and comfortably furnished apartment with terrace, beach within walking distance. We felt very comfortable. Communication with the host went smoothly.
Bruna
Good, 3 years ago
Great location, faithful location description, great communication with host and cleanliness every day of the chalet! Good internet!
Jakob
Good, 3 years ago
The apartment was located nicely and central, but tugged away from the noise. The outdoor area was nice and shaded. The indoor wasn’t too well kept and was only separated from the overlaying apartment by their floorboards which meant it was really noisy from up there, you literally heard everything. A few days when it was raining it was splashing through the windows onto the bed so we had to move the bed in the middle of the night.
Jessica
Excellent, 3 years ago
We had a lovely stay here! Perfect location right by the beach and lovely restaurants/cafes/bars. The communication was great too and the apartment had everything we needed. Would recommend :)
Ashlee
Excellent, 3 years ago
This was my second time in Santa Teresa and my boyfriend and I were very happy with our little home for our long weekend in ST. The bedroom area was smaller than expected but was not an issue since we were mostly out and about. It was a great location, many restaurants and shops within minutes of walking. The place itself was set back in the building so it was peaceful and quiet. We loved relaxing on the patio. We could sometimes hear music from the nearby restaurant at night, but usually it was live and lovely. This place is right on the main (only) road in ST, so if you don't to climb and descend hills several times to get to and from your place, stay here!
Nathalie
Repeat guest
Excellent, 3 years ago
Thank you for this beautiful stay in the prettiest part of Santa-Teresa (playa Santa-Teresa) The place is very nice, adorable, and we really enjoyed it! The small private terrace is very cute and a lovely and very nice outdoor space! Léo was a great host, and very responsive, and Lupe welcomed us very warmly. Right across the street, access to the beach to surf or admire the splendid sunsets. You can rent boards right on the beach. We'll be back! That was a very nice stay thank you so much! Nat and Ludo
Douglas
Excellent, 3 years ago
Loved the space!
Liam
Excellent, 3 years ago
Nice little casita. Friendly staff. Would stay again.