Alvin

Reviews

Superhost

73 total reviews

97% Excellent

73 reviews

4.96

2018–2026

Cleanliness 4.9

Accuracy 5.0

Communication 5.0

Location 5.0

Check-in 5.0

Value 4.8

73 reviews

3BR Villa in Playa Grande

Jb

Excellent, 2 months ago

Wonderful Stay at Villa 11. We had a great time and access to the beach was amazing. The onsite staff helped with a tour booking and Alvin was extremely communicative. I loved his suggestions and the house was perfect for our family visiting for the first time. Extra touches like beach towels and fully stocked kitchen made our stay so easy.

Alvin’s, villa is breath taking. I think his villas has the best view of the entire resort. Beach front view , steps from the beach , private stairway leads you directly to pull and bar! Secluded and private Black sand beach! Howler Monkies and all of Costa Rica’s wildlife right above your head. The interior was comfortable and roomy. I have a small family of 4 but this place can easily accommodate 6-7 comfortably! Clean and comfortable. The only thing you should know this villa is a few mile from Coco Beach Central but the roads in the area aren’t that great so you’ll need to arrange transportation and they’re really aren’t a lot of options other than advance arrangement with a tour guide or taxi. I wouldn’t recommend renting a vehicle because of the liability issues. If you’re not familiar with the driving culture, I would say arrange transportation. This place is 5 star! I would definitely recommend. Thank you Alvin for your assistance with connecting me with Daniel and Ariel!

Host Response

Thank you, Jesse, for the wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family at Villa Mariposa. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the beachfront setting, wildlife, and the unique access to the beach and resort amenities. It was great to see you make the most of your Costa Rica adventure—especially landing that impressive roosterfish, which is a catch to remember! We’re also glad that Daniel helped make your stay enjoyable. He is truly one of the best local drivers and guides in the area, and we know he’ll appreciate the recognition. Thank you for taking such great care of the villa. We would be delighted to welcome you and your family back anytime

Great spot…best unit in the community and the villa was beautiful. Would love to stay again.

Host Response

Rich, Thank you for the wonderful review. It was a pleasure meeting you this morning before your departure and hearing about your adventures. I'm delighted that you enjoyed Villa Mariposa and found it to be such a special spot within Bahia Pez Vela. It sounds like you made the most of your stay with your trip to La Leona Falls and your fishing charter—both fantastic ways to experience Costa Rica. Thank you for choosing our villa for your vacation. We would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime and look forward to hosting you again for another memorable stay. Pura Vida, Alvin

I’m reluctant to share because Alvin and his home are such a special gem! From beginning to end we had the most amazing experience here- the condo was spotless upon arrival and had all of the amenities you could need and more. Alvin and the team went above and beyond from the start, whether it was bringing loungers to the beach, arranging any excursions, transport, rental car, or dropping off paddleboards and snorkeling gear right to the doorstep. The condo is stocked with floaties, beach gear, sand toys, beach towels, cooler. The beach, the views, the pool, the home- everything was more than we could’ve hoped for! We felt very secure throughout our stay, with staff providing additional security throughout the complex around the clock. Restaurant was next door, great food, though pricy. We’d highly recommend the beachside massages! Our stay was truly perfect, and we can’t wait to come back!

Host Response

Kelly, thank you so much for your thoughtful review. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, Natalie and the kids. We’re so glad you enjoyed everything from the beach and views to the little extras like the paddleboards and beach setup — our goal is always to make things as easy and memorable as possible from the moment you arrive. I’ll be sure to share your kind words with the entire team. It really is a group effort, and they take great pride in helping create those special moments for our guests. We’re especially happy to hear you felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout your stay — that’s incredibly important to us. Thank you again for choosing our home. We’d love to welcome you back anytime — your spot in paradise will always be waiting. Alvin and Carolanne

This place is absolutely beautiful! This villa is right next to the pool and beach and was perfect for us. The pool bar/restaurant staff were amazing and it was a very quiet, calm, and peaceful environment. The villa was fully stocked with all that we needed and the host helped us arrange transportation from the airport and to the grocery store which was very helpful. 10/10 recommend this place!

Host Response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the villa, the pool and beach access, and the peaceful atmosphere of the property. It’s also great to know the pool bar and restaurant staff helped make your stay even more enjoyable. I was especially impressed with all the tours and activities you managed to fit into your week — you certainly made the most of your time in Costa Rica! We’re glad the villa had everything you needed and that we could help arrange transportation to make your arrival and grocery trip easier. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re welcome back anytime. Thanks again for the 10/10 recommendation!

Beautiful peaceful location to chill and relax. The place has everything you need. Great location to beach and pool with wonderful view.

Host Response

Hi Robert, Thank you so much for the kind review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the peaceful setting, the views, and the easy access to the beach and pool. It sounds like you made the most of your time, especially exploring around Guanacaste! Your favorite spot on the patio is waiting patiently for your return, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime. Thanks again for being such a wonderful guest. Warm regards, Alvin and Carolanne

This villa was incredible. Bahia Pez Villa is truly an oasis. The villa was gorgeous, and the views of the beach were spectacular. We could walk out of the villa directly onto the beach. The pool was deep and clean. The restaurant was excellent. Although it is a public beach, because it is secluded in a cove, it was like having a private beach most of the time. Our kids enjoyed scuba diving at the beach and fishing. It was very safe. The staff was friendly and very responsive. Cesar and Jackie worked at reception and helped us plan activities. There are an abundance of activities to do if interested. Jet skis and fishing boats pick you right up at the beach. For tours, the drivers picked us up at our villa. You could tell that the villa was well loved. There were many conveniences. There was great Wi-Fi, cable, TV, beach towels, and beach supplies, bathroom, products, books and games. We would stay here again and again if we could!

Host Response

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay and experienced Bahia Pez Vela as the oasis it truly is. It's great to hear how much you loved the villa, the beachfront setting, the pool, and the sense of privacy the cove provides. We're especially happy that your family enjoyed the activities right from the beach and that our team at reception helped make planning easy. Your kind words about the villa being well loved mean a lot to us. We also loved interacting with Christine and truly appreciate her taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We hope to welcome you and your family back again in the future.

Amazing location, steps away from ocean and pool. The concierge, Cesar, was so accommodating and helpful in booking excursions. Alvin helped arrange transportation to and from the airport which made travel easy and stress free. The home was so nice, was lovely to have so many common areas to hang out w family. Kitchen was very nice and we made most of our meals at home. The first morning we woke up to a sea turtle laying her eggs on the beach, it felt like stepping into a documentary. Lots of great bird watching and iguana sightings frequently. Also, we have football fans in the family and it was a wonderful surprise to be able to easily catch a couple nfl games on the tv at night without having to do anything technical. Overall, amazing place and amazing experience.

Incredible villa, little remote but an awesome location with a great beach access

Host Response

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the villa, the peaceful setting, and the easy beach access. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your kind words about the cleanliness, accuracy, and communication. We also loved seeing how much you made the most of your stay—enjoying a sunset cruise, jet ski rental, the Heliconias Rainforest, Waterfalls, Sloth and Chocolate Tour, and an adventurous day at Guachipelin. It sounds like a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!

We absolutely loved staying at this villa! The location is breathtakingly beautiful. Having a private beach just steps from the property was great. We also loved the pool and onsite restaurant. Alvin and the resort manager were both incredibly helpful with planning our stay. The resort manager booked transportation and a private boat tour for us and Alvin gave me updates on the weather prior to our visit. Some people say the resort is a bit remote but that worked out well for us. We had no problem getting Ubers to local restaurants and enjoyed the serenity of this property.

Host Response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the villa and enjoyed the beauty of the location. The private beach, pool, and Soluna restaurant really do make the experience special, and it’s great to know they were highlights for your family. I’m glad the weather updates helped and that our resort guest manager could take care of your transportation and boat tour— Cesar’s fantastic at making everything seamless. We agree the peaceful setting is part of what makes Bahia Pez Vela so unique, and it’s great to hear it suited your plans perfectly. And thanks for mentioning the ease of using Uber—that’s helpful for future guests.

Alvin’s villa 11 was absolutely beautiful. It was the perfect setting for our family get away. The house was lovely and fully equipped to handle our family of 6. The beach felt like our own private retreat and was perfect for swimming and snorkeling. The pool has an amazing view and always felt wonderful. Alvin was responsive to any and every question. He is definitely a five star host! I recommend his property wholeheartedly for your family vacation in beautiful Costa Rica!

Host Response

Thanks so much for the beautiful review! I’m really happy to hear that Villa 11 worked out perfectly for your family. It’s great to know you enjoyed the beach, the pool, the local activities and everything the villa has to offer. I’m always here to help, so I’m glad I could make things easy during your stay. You were fantastic guests, and I’d love to have you back anytime. Pura Vida Alvin and Carolanne

3BR Villa in Playa Grande

Jennifer

Excellent, 1 year ago

Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed our time at Bahia Pez Vela, Villa 10. The house is lovely and the view breathtaking. We spent a lot of time on the porch enjoying the view. We really enjoyed having the beautiful black sand beach just a few steps away, as well as the pool and restaurant right next door. The restaurant on the property Soluna Beach Bistro has many delicious options and the staff is very welcoming and helpful. We also enjoyed checking out some of the restaurants in Ocotal Beach, which is just 5 minutes away. Don't miss out on Father Rooster's. Take advantage of the the wonderful massage and facials available at the resort, which we were able to get on our patio. Also, make sure to enjoy the kayak rentals and you can also have jet ski rentals brought to the private beach. Thank you Alvin and we look forward to visiting again someday. I long to be back there already!

Host Response

Dear Jennifer, Thank you so much for the lovely message! I’m really happy to hear you and your family had such a great time at Villa Mariposa. Sounds like you made the most of everything—those patio views, the beach, the infinity pool, Soluna’s great food, spa treatments, even kayaking and jet skis! That’s what it’s all about. It was a pleasure having you, and you’re welcome back anytime. I hope you get to return soon—paradise will be waiting! All the best, Alvin and Carolanne

3BR Villa in Playa Grande

Douglas

Repeat guest

Excellent, 1 year ago

Great place to stay! Alvin hello with every detail and the location is awesome!

3BR Villa in Playa Grande

Douglas

Repeat guest

Excellent, 1 year ago

Best host I have ever stayed with!!

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