Villa Lani is a brand new villa, 4 bedrooms/4.5 baths with ocean views from every bedroom, kitchen, living room, and pool area! It is a 3-story luxury house nestled into the cliffside just above Playa Guiones. You can see the surf break as you sip your coffee, and walk to the beach and restaurants in Guiones. The villa has a beautiful saltwater pool with a bbq and dining area. You will enjoy a concierge service and access to Nalu Studio's fitness classes at a special rate. The space The villa features luxurious modern design by award winning architects at Studio Saxe. Villa Lani can accommodate up to 14 people with 3 master bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms and one bedroom big enough to sleep all the kids with 2 bunkbeds and 2 trundles! Perfect for 2 or 3 families looking to vacation together! Built with sustainable tourism in mind, this villa has full solar and recycles the water from the house to water the beautiful gardens inside and out! Villa Lani is equipped with a natural bug repellent system allowing guests to enjoy the indoor/outdoor spaces comfortably. It also features a water filtration system throughout the house so you can avoid buying all those plastic bottles of water and enjoy drinking the water right out of the tap in any room! The expansive top floor welcomes you to gather with your friends and family and enjoy breathtaking views while dining or just lounging in the living area. The pool deck features another dining area with a grill and space to cook up a meal. When you need to cool off, just jump into the saltwater pool or lounge on the side and enjoy the sunset! Guest access This villa has the best of both worlds, walk to the beach and restaurants in Guiones as well as the stunning ocean views!

## The Space

Villa Lani is a brand-new, three-story luxury villa featuring four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms. Every bedroom, along with the kitchen, living room, and pool area, offers stunning ocean views. Nestled into the cliffside just above Playa Guiones, the villa provides a perfect vantage point to watch the surf break while enjoying your morning coffee.

Designed by award-winning architects at Studio Saxe, the villa showcases a modern and elegant style. It can comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests, making it ideal for two or three families vacationing together. The layout includes three master bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom, plus a spacious bedroom designed for children that contains two bunk beds and two trundle beds.

Built with sustainable tourism principles, Villa Lani operates fully on solar power and recycles household water to irrigate the lush gardens both inside and outside the property. The home is equipped with a natural insect repellent system, ensuring guests can comfortably enjoy the indoor and outdoor living spaces. Additionally, a comprehensive water filtration system is installed throughout the villa, allowing guests to drink tap water safely and reduce plastic bottle waste.

The expansive top floor serves as a gathering space where friends and family can dine or relax while taking in breathtaking ocean views. The pool deck includes a dining area with a barbecue grill, perfect for preparing meals outdoors. The saltwater pool offers a refreshing way to cool down, and the surrounding lounge area is ideal for watching the sunset.

## Location

Villa Lani offers the best of both worlds: it is within walking distance to the beach and the restaurants in Guiones, while also providing spectacular ocean vistas from the property.

## Amenities

- Saltwater pool  
- Outdoor dining area with barbecue grill  
- Concierge service  
- Access to Nalu Studio's fitness classes at a special rate  
- Natural insect repellent system  
- Full water filtration system throughout the house  
- Sustainable solar power and water recycling system  

## Guest Access

Guests can easily walk to Playa Guiones beach and nearby restaurants while enjoying the villa’s stunning ocean views and luxurious amenities.

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Lani Makai Nosara - Ocean View and Walk to Beach - Villas for Rent in Nosara, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

We had a great time. The house is in a perfect location. We were a party of 9 and had plenty of space. The views from the living are better than what you see in the pictures. If this place is available I advise that you rent it.

We had a great stay in Nosara and would definitely come back. The house was exactly what we were hoping for—clean, comfortable, and a great place for our family. One of the best parts of our stay was the concierge service. They were always quick to respond and made everything so easy. They helped us arrange transportation, set up an incredible private chef for dinner one night, and shared great local recommendations for restaurants, beaches, and things to do. Every suggestion was fantastic. Having someone local to help with the details really made our trip stress-free and let us enjoy our vacation. We highly recommend staying here if you're visiting Nosara!

Amazing place!!! The view was stunning.  The house had a fully stocked kitchen which was fantastic when cooking meals in the mornings and evenings.  The pool area was perfect every afternoon after surfing.  The staff was lovely and easily coordinated a golf cart for the week.  This was probably the best airbnb we have booked!

We had a fantastic stay at the Lani property in the Nalu portfolio. The most breathtaking, 180° panoramic Vista of the Pacific that is amplified by the expansive lanai style sliding doors that open up the entire back half of the home. Guiones is a short walk as is the beach. The Nalu fitness studio is fantastic and they offer a 50% discount for any other classes if you’re staying on property. We did the Pilates and yoga classes several times and they were wonderfully done and the instructors are awesome. I will say that if your stomach sleeper, the beds are quite soft… Some people will complain and say the beds are cheap and that’s not the case. All of the furnishings there are the highest quality but the beds are soft so you just have to know that and if that’s going to be an issue for you, then I would look somewhere else.  At the end of the day, we absolutely loved our stay here and we’ll most definitely be back.

We stayed one week at Lani Makai Nosara and it was amazing! The accommodations were exactly like the pictures. The place was built in 2022 so very new. The house also had everything we needed including lots of beach towels, beach chairs, cooler for the beach etc. and also a gas bbq. The walk to the beach is 15 min and is quite manageable but the stairs to and from the house are very steep so going down is not too bad but going up is strenuous and a work out. The views of the ocean and sunsets are amazing! Another cool thing about this home is the views of the ocean but it’s also surrounded by the jungle so lots of wild life ie birds and howler monkeys. One thing to be aware of is the noise of traffic. The house is situated on the side of a hill above the main road in Nosara so the noise from motorcycles drowns out the noise of the waves and birds. One suggestion to the owners; better signage and instructions to find the home. We would book this place again!

Incredible view. Beautiful terrace. Would always come back. It was great!

Exceeded all my expectations. Helped with setting up a private chef, musician and mixologist for my birthday. Couldn’t have asked for better accommodations and communication. 100 out of 10 for stars!!!!!

Really nice place with great view and in a good part of town. Would definitely recommend staying here to anyone going to Santa Teresa. The host (Fiona) was really nice and helpful. The cleaners also did a great job during the midweek refresh.

Views were spectacular.   House very clean, modern and well appointed.   Whole family loved the house, the views and the pool.

Home and stay was beautiful!!! Will be coming back again!

Beautiful house and beautiful ocean view!

This home made our experience in Nosara so special!! It was incredibly comfortable, had all the necessary kitchen items and toiletries. The view was unbeatable and the beds were so comfortable! Can’t say enough good things about our time here. Would go back in a heartbeat.

Nalu is a lovely property situated on a hill above Nosara. It's private but close to the town and the beach. The house is modern, the bedrooms were comfortable and the A/C in the bedrooms worked very well. The hosts were helpful with driving instructions, providing suggestions for things to do/places to eat and were very responsive when we reached out to them. We would happily stay here again. Consider renting ATVs to get around town & go back/forth to the beach. It's a convenient, and fun, way to get around.

This house is absolutely gorgeous, immaculate, spotless, and beautifully designed. The décor is stunning and the tall ceilings make the entire space feel so luxurious. The beds were incredibly comfortable, and we slept so well. Steve, the host, was amazing. He was extremely responsive and helpful. Anytime we had a question, he replied immediately. Their concierge team was fantastic as well; they sent great recommendations and even arranged our golf cart rental and alcohol delivery before we arrived. We would 100 percent stay here again. We feel so lucky we got to experience this home. So sad to leave!

This was probably the nicest Air B&B we've ever stayed in. Everything was immaculate and the views from the house were spectacular. The host was very nice, and even offered concierge service to recommend restaurants, excursions, and more. I read a review, which mentioned the benefit of having a golf cart, and while it's definitely easy to walk to town using the outdoor stairs, I highly recommend a golf cart. We had a six-seater, as there were six of us, and it was perfect. I would highly recommend this beautiful house for your stay in the Nosara area.

An absolute dream! This villa in Nosara was everything we hoped for: stylish, spacious, and surrounded by tropical tranquility. The location is unbeatable: just a short walk to the beach, great restaurants, and boutique shops in one of the most charming and laid-back towns we’ve ever visited. The host was incredibly welcoming, and the security made us feel completely at ease. We can’t wait to come back!

Beautiful home with a spectacular view! The entire Nalu team was really accommodating and kind (especially bc we made a super last min booking). One note is that the Villa is very close to Route 160 (the main “highway”) so you can hear cars and scooters zipping by at all times even late into the night. Sharing if you are sensitive to noise like me!

Nalu was amazing .. the perfect way to spend a week in Nosara.  The check in process was extremely smooth and Mari from Nalu went above and beyond to ensure are experience was top notch.  Her restaurant recommendations were amazing along with the private chef Maria and the ATV tour with Jose was an absolute highlight.  We are already talking about a return trip.  Thanks to the Nalu team!!

Nalu was incredible and we were all so sad to leave. The views are absolutely stunning, and the house itself is so nice and clean. Kitchen is well stocked, pool is beautiful. You definitely should have some sort of transportation, we loved having a golf cart. If you’re walking to town it is a very steep walk down a staircase (but it’s landscaped and lit up at night) and is a very good workout going up! You just cross the Main Street at the bottom of the stairs and then it’s a quick 10 minute walk to the center of everything or the beach! Their drop-in workout classes across the street are also awesome (Pilates, strength training, yoga). Cannot wait to return!

Great place to stay.  Especially, for a group of people.  Location was extremely convenient. Views were amazing. Better than I hoped for.

We loved staying at Villa Lani. Our family had an unforgettable vacation.

Nos encantó alojarnos en Villa Lani. Nuestra familia pasó unas vacaciones inolvidables.

This house is amazing! The views are breathtaking. The house is clean and comfortable. It had everything our family needed . We particularly enjoyed the pool. We were able to walk to town and the beach. Nalu was very helpful with recommendations for transportation and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay so much!

Perfect place to stay in Nosara. Great view of the ocean and walkable to beach. Clean and private house.

One of the most beautiful Airbnb's I have ever stayed in with amazing views and great amenities. I recommend staying here and will likely try to come back myself. Thanks for the fantastic time!

Our experience truly lived up to the pictures and the hype. We encountered no issues at all during our stay. The team at Nalu is exceptional—a full-service group whose knowledge, expertise, and genuine concierge service made our trip unforgettable. Mari was absolutely wonderful, coordinating every detail from the months leading up to our arrival right through to our departure. Every single recommendation she provided was spot on. The Nalu studio at the bottom of the hill was a delightful bonus, allowing me to enjoy some fun boxing workouts while the kids had a blast with gymnastics. And I must say, the pool is even larger than the photos suggest—it was a perfect spot for relaxation and fun. We can't wait to come back!

Nalu is one of the nicest Airbnb’s I have stayed out. The views & location were perfect. The home was stunning. Our host was so helpful and accommodating. I would love to go back again one day for another visit.

The place was incredible, a walk to the beach and plenty of restaurants in the resort area. View from the house is amazing. All of the “master” bedrooms were pretty much the same which makes it seem like 3 masters exist. Overall great place

Fantastic stay at the Makai villa. The beds are very comfortable and we slept great. Having 3 full suites are great and the kids room allow for 6 of them to have their own bed (2 pull out trundles). Very clean. Parking for 2 cars although you could probably squeeze another around the corner. The pool was great and had an out door cooking grill that we did not use. Beautiful deck to overlook the sunsets and mornings. Only downside, it's a little tricky to find. You don't just follow the instructions on google maps. Instead you have to enter driving up the hill. We walked down twice when we were just going across the street. You can do it more often than we did but driving made more sense most of the time. Also, word of advice, if going to Nosara, just go through Nicoya from Liberia, NOT trough the northern drive as it's a rocky, bumpy dirt road where you have to drive 20kph for long stretches and have to essentially drive across a river. If it rains and you have a car, good luck!

Beautiful home with the most amazing views. The home was very comfortable for our family of 10. We had a wonderful time. Nalu was very responsive when I asked questions and Jade met us at the house when we arrived. Perfect vacation.

Great stay! Location was perfect and so beautiful

Thank you all so much for our amazing 10 day stay! It was our first time in Nosara and our friends we were with are building right around the corner! So we will be back! Nosara is magical!  Pura Vida!

Our main contact (Jade) was very nice and easy to work with. Enjoyed our stay in Nosara but wish I would have done better research before booking the home. The good: -Great views of the ocean, private and accommodating host (Jade). The not so good: -Beds are horrible and uncomfortable. Master bed was two twins pushed together (crack down the middle) and pillows were awful. -On arrival, AC was off and unbelievably ho, had to wait hours for the home to cool down. This was a rough start. -Many amenities not functioning properly. They asked me to reset breaker, clean dryer trap ect... not the renters job in my opinion. -Indoor furniture is incredibly uncomfortable. Living room couch/chairs feel like outdoor IKEA... almost unusable... super odd. -Not family friendly. Many levels and very steep walk to the beach. -Home looks lovely in pictures but furnished cheaply. Not worth the $$, wish I would have looked harder for a better place.

A big home , great for a large group. Beautiful sunsets and a nice pool.

Clean, beautiful dwelling with lots of space and amazing views. The pool was awesome. Host was very helpful and attentive. Communicaiton was a breeze. Some minor feedback: There is no desk or place to work. Only an issue if you have to crack a laptop and need a quiet space to concentrate. Dishwasher was problematic. Had to reset breaker a couple times, and contact host to ask about error codes. Recommend replacing. Minor detail: would have been great to have some coffee beans to get us going on our first morning.

Thank you for your feedback Christopher! We fixed the dishwasher.  Also, great idea on the coffee beans, thanks! Hope to see you back soon!

Everything it advertised and more…this place will be everything you could ask for a dreamy Costa Rica stay.

Our group had a lovely stay at the Makai Villa! The views were unreal. Waking up with the view of the ocean every day from our bedroom window was spectacular. I would recommend a 4 wd car for transport to location! Jade with Nalu was very responsive and helped with anything we needed!

My friends and I loved this home! Jade was extremely welcoming and accommodating - anything we needed (even if she didn’t have it in the house) she provided for us. Jade is a gem! Incredible view, clean space, great location and walkable. Due to the rain it was better for my friends and I to rent ATV’s when traveling around town - and it made for fun adventures and memories. So happy we chose this place and I’d definitely stay here again :)

Was beautiful, looked exactly like the pictures and would highly recommend staying here!

We had a great time during our stay at Nalu! The property was amazing and the views were absolutely stunning.  Whenever we had any questions there was someone always available to assist.   The beach is walkable from the house and there are a ton of great restaurants in the area.   Highly recommend staying here :)

Great house with amazing views. Was welcomed by the host and given a tour of the amenities. Very clean and comfortable and well taken care of. Perfect solution for larger groups!

We had a great stay at Nalu’s place! It was perfectly located, and enough place for a group of 8 people. A couple of downside, the AC in the masteroom wasn’t working the first night but they fixed it the morning after. We wanted to use the BBQ it was not working - My thought is that the gas has not be refilled. Also, 3 differents levels and a lots of stairs, will not recommand for a group with kids. However the villa is beautiful the view stunning - The person that takes care of the villa and arrivals is really nice and helpful. Much recommanded

Hi Alais,  thank you for staying with us at Makai Villas! Im sorry you ran out of gas, we wish you informed us of this and we would have brought you a new gas tank immediately.  We just refilled it and put an extra tank on the side just in case this should ever happen again. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the house and the beautiful ocean views! Hope to see you back here soon.

This place is even more beautiful in person. Jade was a wonderful host! Literally went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay. I cannot recommend this place enough. I’m already thinking of when I can come back!

Such an amazing place. I treated my friends to a stay here and it was such a pleasure to see their surprise and delight in the beauty of this home. It was the most peaceful and beautiful end to our stay in Costa Rica. With views that are BEYOND amazing, a minimalistic style that helped us all finally feel disconnected and at peace, you really can’t ask for anything more. Jade was wonderful and so kind.

BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE The Nosara house is beautifully constructed and is high on the hill providing sweeping views. The four bedrooms with multiple beds provided ample space for our group. The living area on the top floor overlooks the expansive forest with the ocean on the horizon. The house had a pool to cool off on a hot day and the location of the house has a direct hiking path that is a relatively short walk to get to the Nosara surfing beach. Our daughter surfs and walked to the beach every day with her surfboard. The house is in a very private area that can be tricky to find but the rental management company escorted us up to the house. We would recommend you drop a pin at the house to find your way back to the house after a day of activities and also recommend renting a 4-wheel drive to get up to the house, especially in the rainy season.

Awesome spot in the hills above Guiones. Best view in the town & increíble house. Highly recommend.

Beautiful home! This home was gorgeous. Amazing views and layout. We enjoyed our stay so much. The house is very well equipped, we ended up cooking and had all the supplies to do so. The beach is beautiful and you can walk to it. We had a wonderful time. The only minor issue is that the access is a little hard, but if you have an SUV you should be fine. The host Jade was super sweet and very helpful. Will definitely come back.

This was our first visit to Nosara and we couldn’t have been more pleased. Nosara is such a beautiful town - a really chill surf vibe. The house is GORGEOUS- even better than anticipated. The views are INSANE!  The house was fully stocked and very spacious- we only had 2 families, but there was definitely enough room for 3 families (12 total).  I would probably not recommend this home for families with super young kids/babies as it is 3 levels but it was fine with our kids ages 6-10.  Our kids loved the bunk room and the infinity pool was stunning.  While you did have to go up a pretty tricky dirt road (you need 4x4) it was relatively close to a cute downtown area and local beaches. Our concierge was outstanding. She was super responsive and gave great recommendations for local surf, restaurants, etc.  She was so helpful and really helped us navigate our trip. If you are considering visiting Nosara, look no further than this home - you will not be disappointed!

Perfect Host and place Great time with Family!!

We loved our stay here. With 6 adults and a bunch of kids, this was a unanimous 5-star experience. The communication and hosting was fantastic, but it was the house and location that was truly spectacular. The home is incredibly well built, architecturally stunning, and very accommodating with beautiful hard wood furniture and a very well appointed kitchen. We couldn’t help but relax and unwind with a view from all three levels. Previous reviews talked about challenges with temperature on the 3rd floor, and those are clearly resolved with a big A/C unit and cool retractable blinds. This place is epic, and we hope to have the opportunity to return someday.

Our stay at this Airbnb was a superb experience. The host was exceptionally accommodating, providing clear instructions. The place itself was pristine and well-appointed, showcasing a tasteful decor that made it feel like a cozy retreat. Additionally, the location was an absolute advantage with its close proximity to main attractions. This Airbnb truly felt like a home away from home. An unforgettable stay, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone planning a visit to the area.

We loved every minute of our stay. The house is beautiful, clean, modern, full of natural light and perfect for our family. The view, the pool, the conveniences… it was all amazing! Stay here!

Makai Villa was amazing!!  The views & rooms are just as pictured — loved waking up & enjoying the scenery.  Location is high on hillside followed by gravel down to house but with ATV / oversized golf-cart no problem for a comfortable driver.  Jade is super helpful & easy to work with.  Would definitely recco this property & can’t wait to come back!

The place was beautiful, comfy and very well located. The beds and the pillows could improve a little to get match standars of the house But overall it was beautiful, highly recommend and will come back

Our stay in Casa Lani was amazing, the view was stunning, breathtaking sunset. The house was ready, clean and as advertised. Jade was amazing, always willing to help us and respond to our questions/requests. We loved our stay in Nosara. The only catch, the road just down the house can be noisy at times, several trucks and buildings nearby. But otherwise, everything was perfect!

Notre séjour dans la Casa Lani a été incroyable, la vue magnifique, coucher de soleil à couper le souffle. La maison était prête, propre et comme annoncée. Jade a été incroyable, toujours prête à nous aider et à répondre à nos questions/demandes. Nous avons adoré notre séjour à Nosara. Le seul hic, la route juste en bas de la maison peut être bruyante par moment, plusieurs camions et constructions aux alentours. Mais autrement, tout était parfait !

We had an amazing stay. The views were beautiful. The house was modern and very comfortable. The pool area and outdoor patio/grill was a nice touch for dinner in one night. We would definitely stay again. Our host Jade was very helpful and accommodating as well!

This house was wonderful! It was much larger than expected and the views were incredible! We loved our time here swimming in the pool and waking up to the sunrise over the ocean. We would definitely come back!

This house is exactly as it looks in photos and in person the views are even better! Previous review mentioned no upstairs AC but there is now ans a bug shade over one of the windows which really helped.  It was very comfortable temperature and beautifully decorated. Highly recommend you book Chef Lindell for dinner- his food was upscale Costa Rican and probably the best we had the whole week but all of our meals in Nosara were fresh and tasty.  This house is tricky to get to but Jade was available the whole time to guide us sense we arrived at night it was a little harder for us to see the house but once we did it was easy.  We rented a van and it was fine on the bumpy roads.  I highly recommend you get a 4 wheel drive or quad rental but not a golf cart- as the small street in front of the house is steep.  But you can walk to the beach and to town easily but it is steep uphill on the return. Overall Nosara and the home exceeded our expectations!! Don’t miss sunset by the pool!

Makai is a dream vacation home. Gorgeous view of the ocean, very comfortable living space, well designed house, and a fantastic host. It's the perfect place to take in Nosara and all it has to offer. Ending each day with a swim in a pool overlooking the sunset was perfect as well, with a gas bbq right next to it. We'll be back! Thank you Makai

Amazing location, amazing property and walkable to beach and restaurants - checked all the boxes!

Our stay at Villa Makai was amazing. Between the priceless views out onto Playa Guiones to the ease of walking into town to surf / grab food, it will be hard to find many other options in Nosara that beat this combination of convenience and privacy. The villa is located directly above town and you can access it via stairs or driving around to an entrance up the cliffs. The villa has just finished being built so everything is in pristine condition. The design of the villa is modern and it comes well equipped with appliances. The wifi was strong and held up to multiple people being on video calls at once. Also the infinity pool was perfect place to hang out in the afternoons when the sun comes directly onto the property. Management will be adding sun covers to the top floor soon to help with the heat during the afternoon. We genuinely loved our stay here and are already inquiring about renting the property again next year.

We enjoyed our stay! The house was beautiful and very well stocked! The kitchen layout was fantastic and had everything you could possibly need. Nice touches on the interior as well:) Jade was fantastic, great communication!

Villa Makai is absolutely stunning! In a perfect position for incredible views of Playa Guiones beach and incredible sunsets. The home is brand new, fully equipped, and luxuriously appointed. Modern design and the indoor/outdoor living with a private pool were a huge plus. Check-in was a breeze, and Jade, the concierge was an absolute gem. She made our stay with her  on point recommendations and her warm hospitality. She referred us to an amazing chef, if you have the opportunity to have Lindell cook for you, I wouldn't pass up the chance! A few things to note, main living room and kitchen are impossibly hot during the afternoon/early evening, which made it difficult to make use of any common space as a family during the hottest part of the day. A vehicle should be considered as walking up about 190 treacherous steps in the heat becomes tiresome multiples times a day. The house and it's coveted position are wonderful and we enjoyed our time immensely.

This is a beautiful house!Probably the nicest in Costa Rica.Jade,the property manager,is amazing.The view of the ocean was incredible.There were 9ft walls of sliding glass doors that opened fully to make the indoor/outdoor one space on the top floor.With the sliding doors open,there were cool breezes, glorious sunrises & sunsets. The house has everything you will need.We kept the sliding door open during the day to keep the heat reduced,but from 1:30 to 5:30 it was inhabitable to be on the top floor as there is no air conditioning.The air conditioning is in the bedrooms. Privacy & security are an issue on the pool side.Jade said they were working on this.We had technical malfunctions the last two nights;the 9ft wall of sliding doors would not open,so the house was overheated all day.We were not able to enjoy the main feature of the house.Also the balcony door in the master bathroom wouldn't open,then the electronic blinds got stuck & failed to work.We suggest:Tinted windows & more fans

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