Tucked in the jungle at the end of a cul-de-sac in an exclusive part of Manuel Antonio and surrounded by spectacular jungle and wildlife with fantastic views of Manuel Antonio National Park and the Bay, this 6,000 sq. ft., 6-bedroom/6 1/2 bath villa offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself into the tropical jungle and fine beaches of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, providing comfortable, private and spacious accommodations for large groups of guests. The space All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with all toiletries included, AC and amazing tropical views. Internet and WIFI are available throughout the house. Casa Castillo is located just a few minutes from the Manuel Antonio National Park and beaches and is easily accessed from both, the San Jose and Quepos airports. The center of Manuel Antonio with several fantastic restaurants, shops, art galleries, pharmacy and a bank is within 10 minutes’ walk from the villa. Famous Manuel Antonio beach is within 10 minutes’ drive and also accessible by public transportation. Numerous tours and activities are available nearby. Casa Castillo is a very private home visited daily by local wildlife. Photographers will not be disappointed: Capuchin, Howlers and Squirrel monkeys, sloths, macaws, toucans, hummingbirds, and colorful butterflies are part of life at this villa. Starting in August and lasting through December, Manuel Antonio is on a migration path for humpback whales. Sometimes one can see the whales from the upper terrace of Casa Castillo. The villa was updated with modern amenities in the Fall of 2021 to provide enhanced privacy and comfort for guests. The main architectural details and the character of the house were preserved and updated with works of local artists and craftsmen to showcase the true beauty of Costa Rica and talents of the people, allowing the guests fully experience the “Pura Vida” lifestyle. Guests have access to the entire property and private pool. The house is accessed by a private, steep 40-yard-road (4x4 vehicles are required). The road can be also accessed by a, 105 steps, railed stairway. The parking area, equipped with sensor lights, accommodates up to 3 vehicles. Your trip and stay to Casa Castillo can be arranged by our concierge Alexander, stress-free, starting from arranging transport from the airport to the house, pre stocking your pantry for your arrival, arranging chef’s service, tour activities, and any medical needs, including prior to departure Covid testing, if required. Come enjoy all that Costa Rica has to offer! Guest access GETTING TO THE VILLA By Air: We recommend you fly into the Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José (SJO). If you want to take a domestic flight to QPX the Quepos Airport (15 minute flight) check for local connections at the same airport. Consider there is a luggage allowance in domestic flights. There are options to book a charter flight, ask your concierge for a quote. From the Quepos Airport we can help you organize a private shuttle to your villa. Private Ground Transportation: Contact us for information on a private shuttle. The driver will meet you at the airport's exit upon your arrival. The drive takes about 2.5. Hours straight, but the driver may stop along the way at your convenience for sightseeing, grabbing a bite or grocery shopping. By Rental Car: The drive from San Jose to your Villa at Manuel Antonio, is not just easy but also scenic, contact us for recommendations on car rental companies and driving directions.

## Overview

Nestled in the jungle at the end of a cul-de-sac in an exclusive area of Manuel Antonio, this 6,000 square foot villa offers stunning views of Manuel Antonio National Park and the bay. Surrounded by lush jungle and abundant wildlife, the villa provides spacious, private, and comfortable accommodations for large groups with six bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms. It presents a unique chance to experience the tropical rainforest and pristine beaches along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.

## The Space

Each bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom stocked with toiletries, air conditioning, and breathtaking tropical views. The villa features internet and Wi-Fi access throughout the property.

Casa Castillo was updated in the fall of 2021 with modern amenities to enhance guest comfort and privacy while preserving the home’s original architectural charm. Local artists and craftsmen contributed to the décor, showcasing Costa Rica’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. Guests have exclusive access to the entire property, including a private pool.

The house is reached via a private, steep 40-yard road that requires a 4x4 vehicle. Alternatively, there is a 105-step railed stairway. The parking area, equipped with sensor lighting, accommodates up to three vehicles.

## Location

Casa Castillo is just minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park and nearby beaches. The center of Manuel Antonio—with restaurants, shops, art galleries, a pharmacy, and a bank—is within a 10-minute walk. The famous Manuel Antonio Beach is a 10-minute drive away and can also be reached by public transportation.

## Wildlife and Nature

The villa offers a very private setting frequently visited by local wildlife. Photographers will appreciate sightings of capuchin, howler, and squirrel monkeys, sloths, macaws, toucans, hummingbirds, and colorful butterflies. From August through December, humpback whales migrate through the area, and guests may spot them from the upper terrace.

## Guest Services

A dedicated concierge, Alexander, is available to ensure a smooth and stress-free stay. Services include arranging airport transfers, pre-stocking the pantry, organizing chef services, booking tours and activities, and managing medical needs such as COVID-19 testing before departure.

## Getting to the Villa

### By Air

- The recommended international airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José (SJO).
- Domestic flights to Quepos Airport (QPX), about a 15-minute flight, are available from San José. Note luggage restrictions on domestic flights.
- Charter flights can be arranged through the concierge upon request.

### Ground Transportation

- Private shuttles can be organized to meet guests at the airport exit. The drive to the villa takes approximately 2.5 hours, with optional stops for sightseeing, meals, or shopping.
- Rental cars are an option for those who prefer to drive. The route from San José to Manuel Antonio is scenic and straightforward. Recommendations for car rental companies and driving directions are available upon request.

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Casa Castillo, 6 Bdr, Manuel Antonio, Ocean View - Villas for Rent in Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Excellent staff that was very accommodating and helpful

Mauricio and his team were amazing. Responsive to our large group for all our needs. The view is awe-inspiring, the animals a delight, and the driveway and a small adventure in itself. We would love to come back.

The place has an incredibly funky layout with an intimidating, angled driveway, and we absolutely loved it. It is quirky and very old school Costa Rican, with a strikingly gorgeous view where you really feel like you are part of the jungle. We cannot say enough about the view and the responsiveness of Mauricio and what a great time we had.   Just be prepared for the driveway!!

Mauricio made us feel well taken care of and very welcomed. Lots of care went into making sure we felt comfortable and had fun!

One of the best places I’ve ever stayed. Beautiful ocean view with lots of wildlife. Saw two kinds of monkeys, iguanas, toucans, and other birds without even leaving the property. Alex arranged a chef, who made a delightful meal. Clean and well cared for. I would definitely stay there again. Very comfortable for the eight of us, and we left one bedroom vacant.

The airbnb 1000 character limit is no where near enough to begin to describe how amazing Casa Castillo is.  The location is perfect.  Seeing and being so close to all the monkeys, toucans, parrots, and iguanas was something our family will never forget. Our kids are already asking to go back. The host Mauricio was amazing at scheduling excursions and the Chef for us. He is incredibly responsive and answered any of the questions we had almost immediately.  As noted in other reviews, the driveway is quite steep and would recommend a 4x4 if driving. And the tour company vans for the different excursions would not come down it so walking to the top to meet them for pickup was required. For us the stairs were not a problem, but between the driveway and 4 levels of the house it could be an issue for anyone mobility limited. Overall we could not have been more pleased with Casa Castillo and would highly recommend it to anyone considering a trip to beautiful Costa Rica.

The house and the surrounding wildlife are beautiful. Mauricio and the staff are easy to communicate with.

Was an amazing place, very spacious Marucio was very communicative very helpful and thoughtful. The Airbnb looks just like the pictures beautiful view you can hear some of the animals located close by! Absolutely loved this place.

this house is incredible! but be warned, the walk to get in and out of the property is quite intense so only book if you're physically able to do lots of stair. when you first walk in theres 2 bedrooms with smaller beds and then there's stairs going up and down, downstairs is the jungle suite which is huge and private (like a finished basement). Once you go upstairs from the main entrance there's a huge living area which is open air, screened in, a large kitchen open concept, 2 bedrooms with private bathrooms. there's another beautiful staircase leading to the penthouse, you go outside to get to the penthouse to the open deck up top of the house which has beautiful views. the pool is located to the side of the house which can be accessed by jungle suite or front door. Mauricio was a great host, replied quickly. Sent very affordable shuttle options, booked our group of 11 a Catamaran trip the day we arrived. house keeping and private chef was also great! Highly recommend!

We had a lovely time at this Airbnb. We were a group of three families with kids ranging from 8 months to 12 years old. It fit the needs of each family well. The lowest level room/apartment was great for families with older kids, the kitchen level bedrooms (2) worked great for myself, my husbands and our 2 year old since they were so close to each other. The upper balcony room was great for the family with the 8 month old. Only  complaint was that the housekeepers didn’t leave a broom and dust pan for us to clean up messes (such as broken glass) and that we weren’t able to do our own laundry as needed. The broken glass only happened once during a dinner cleanup, but with little bare feet running around it posed a significant problem when the housekeepers were off for the day. It would have been nice to do our own laundry on Sunday (housekeeping’s well deserved day off) before leaving early Monday so that we didn’t go home with as much dirty laundry, but honestly, this is just nitpickin

I cannot say enough about this AirBNB. I loved the Villa itself, it was huge and every floor had something unique about it that made it so special to all of us. The pool was very nice, and was spacious and had a little indoor area to make drinks and for food, etc. The house it-self had everything you could ever need, good A/C, huge kitchen, huge rooms, and it was fitted to your needs. The Concierge Mauricio was a life saver, we went to him with anything we ever had to ask ranging from dinner recommendations to calling us taxis at any time of day. The cleaners came everyday and helped with keeping the general areas tidy as-well as doing laundry if needed. Pool was cleaned everyday in the morning so the pool stayed fresh. There is so much wildlife around this house. The second we stepped into this house we saw monkeys, anteaters, toucans and a lot of other animal life as-well. I would recommend this house to everyone! Do not let the big hill deter you, it is not a deal breaker!

Location, location, location!!! Quiet, peaceful, private, lush, and lots of animals to view. We saw different types of monkeys, deer, toucans and other birds right off the back deck and the ocean view was spectacular. The house was huge and very clean and comfortable. We had a chef come one night and he made us a fantastic meal. Mauricio was super responsive to my texts and was able to help us with taxis and connect us to someone on the beach who set up chairs and umbrellas for us. The town was fun with lots of restaurants and shopping. You just needed a car to get out of the gated community we were in since we were at the end. The driveway to the house is extremely steep and quite a workout. The main living area is open, so there is no air conditioning. There are big fans that are supplied plus ceiling fans and all of the bedrooms have air conditioning. We loved everything about the house, the restaurants and the beach and would certainly come back again.

What a fabulous time we had at Casa Castillo!  Our first intro to CR could not have been better!  We will be back for sure!

You probably won't ever stay somewhere with more beautiful views. The design is unique and spacious for sure. We enjoyed the monkeys, the toucans that hung out in the bathroom window and the pool was a hit. The stairs...well, they are steep and there are 100 of them. It is also probably the steepest driveway you will ever see lol. I think as long as you dont plan to come and go 5 times a day, it isn't bad. We didn't have a car so we met the shuttles at the top. Mauricio saved the day at check in and out and moved our luggage down the hill and back up. Only two things stand out worth mentioning. One, there is a patio set on the top floor/balcony. It is a table with an umbrella and four chairs. These chairs should be tossed because three kids sat in them and all got what looked like to be fiberglass in the back of their legs. We had to remove the pieces with tweezers which was not fun. Secondly, the oven doesnt work very well...just don't plan to roast a chicken :)

Casa Castillo was incredible. The highlight was the monkeys in the trees while we were swimming in the pool. The house was the perfect size for our group of 13 and had something for everybody, ages 1 to 78. The hill to get to the house is no joke and a 4x4 is a must, but it’s well worth it. Also, the house is laid out over 5 floors, so some people may be walking up three flights of stairs in the morning. Just keep that in mind when picking bedrooms. Regardless, everything was wonderful and we can’t wait to go back.

We had an amazing stay at Casa Castillo and Costa Rica!  What a great vacation for us and the kids.  Will definitely be coming back!

The house, location and service were all truly amazing!

We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Castillo. The pool is tucked away into the canopy a bit, which we ended up appreciating as it gave more respite from the heat.  The taxi drivers know the house well because of the steep driveway that only a few drivers without 4x4’s will attempt; the walk is serious so if you’re walking wear something you’re willing to sweat in!  The housekeepers do a fantastic job and somehow you barely see them.  We would definitely stay there again!

The casa exceeded expectations. We enjoyed watching the monkey families and all the related activity from the pool. The house was as described including the many stairs and driveway that required a 4x4.  We were a large group and could spread out.  Kitchen was very well equipped.  Housekeeper was wonderful.  Mauricio was available every step of the way to answer questions and make arrangements.

This was a gorgeous rental. Mauricio was helpful at getting some activities set up. Karen was at the house daily to do laundry towels and bedding, but was very discreet, and her services were much appreciated! This property was absolutely beautiful Internet, super private location. Definitely need a four-wheel-drive vehicle to come up and down the driveway. This was such a great stay!

Mauricio was very responsive and flexible with our group...Thank you for all of the help durring our stay and thru the hurricane.

Our family of 8 stayed here and had a wonderful time. The airbnb was very private and we saw lots of wildlife daily (monkeys, macaws, toucans, hummingbirds). We really enjoyed hanging out in the pool and enjoyed private chef services one evening which was delicious. Staff is present at the Airbnb daily. Communication was through another messaging service which was fine, but Airbnb recommends communicating through the Airbnb app. Check in was easy with us meeting Mauricio at a nearby spot and following him to the Airbnb. However, we were not informed we needed to meet elsewhere until about an hour before we arrived. Mauricio sent me a message on the messaging service that morning asking when we would be checking in which I did not see until about an hour before due to not having service/wifi. It would have been nice to receive check instructions at least the day before. We would recommend this place to others and stay here again.

We enjoyed our stay in the villa. It was beautiful surroundings, clean and very comfortable. We were wowed by the views.  Pool was lovely and we got surrounded by many monkeys that came to play with us. The negative is the steep driveway, however we knew about it so it was not an issue. Would definitely stay again

Thanks to Mauricio, this stay was impeccable, the staff is present but discreet. The view is breathtaking, the pool very pleasant and beautifully planted and populated by adorable Capuchin monkeys! Great stay, exceptional villa Small downside on the location of the parking lot which, without 4x4 is a slightly experienced driver, would have become very difficult. Aside from that, 10/10!

Merci à Mauricio, ce séjour a été impeccable, le staff est présent mais discret. La vue est à couper le souffle, la piscine très agréable et magnifiquement arboré et peuplé par d’adorable singes capucins! Super séjour, villa d’exception Petit bémol sur l’emplacement du parking qui, sans 4x4 est un conducteur un peu expérimenté, serait devenu très difficile. En dehors de cela, 10/10!

A group of 9, we had a terrific trip!  Many animals from the house- all three types of monkeys, three fingered sloth, toucans daily and many more birds.  Used the chef services 4 evenings and loved every meal.  Mauricio helped us go on many activities that we thought were top notch .  Be prepared for the 100 steps out of the property!  If you have anyone in the group with knee or other issues it is significant, very few drivers can come down to get you at the house.

This house was a great house and we enjoyed our stay. The driveway was just a pain from the beginning. We had 8 people in a van that we could not take down the driveway. I would not rent this house again unless I rented an SUV with a large engine and 4 wheel drive. Having said this, everything else about the house was perfect and Mauricio was very accommodating and was very good at communication.

We had a phenomenal experience staying here! The home was amazing. From the house/pool, we saw multiple sloths (2 and 3 toed), monkeys (white faced, howler and squirrel monkeys), toucans, macaws and so many different lizards- big and small! Mauricio was our host and he made the best recommendations, made reservations and helped with anything we needed. He was super quick to respond and always helpful. We have one member of our party who has multiple severe food allergies and he found us so many amazing places to try (Cafe Milagro was our absolute favorite though). Karen is the daily housekeeper and she is wonderful! We would go back without any hesitation and are extremely grateful for the amazing memories the 11 of us were able to make here. ¡Pura vida!

A group of 7 of us from the United States stayed at this house in April 2023 because my little sister was getting married nearby. The house is truly a castle built in the middle of the Manuel Antonio national park. It is absolutely stunning with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. You will see iguanas, sloths, about 30-40 monkeys, lizards, and more right from the heated pool of the house. We have stayed in a lot of nice Airbnbs over the last dozen years, but none holds a candle to Casa Castillo. In addition, the daily house cleaning and maintenance is fantastic and everyone is super nice. Then, there is Mauricio who manages the property. He was basically available 24/7 for weeks leading up to our arrival in Manuel Antonio and set up our every need. He regularly secured taxis for us and, on occasion, even drove us where we needed to go when it was more convenient than getting a taxi. I cannot recommend this house enough for your stay in Manuel Antonio!

Casa Castillo is a very unique property. Be prepared for lots of steps and no AC in the common areas. The pool was a hit with the entire family, as it had a fridge, bar, and bathroom nearby. Monkeys visited daily. A mischievous one would break into the house by tearing through the screen. David was around for any needed repairs. Our housekeeper did laundry for us daily and provided any requested supplies. We took advantage of Chef services for three evening meals. How wonderful to have delicious meals prepared and served for a relaxing end to busy and exhausting days of hiking, ATV riding, zip lining, and enjoying the park and beaches.

Words can't even begin to describe how amazing this house was. We comfortably fit 9 people in total, with rooms and bathrooms to spare. All rooms had an amazing view - balcony and living rooms views were unmatched. The pool, living room, and balcony were the perfect spot to lounge and gather with family and friends. We saw tons of monkeys, macaws, and toucans!! Catch some sunrises and sunsets on the balcony. Mauricio was the MOST communicative host. Since we booked the house months ahead, he was already helping me choose activities for MA and Quepos. Extremely communicative from start to finish. Our trip would not have been as amazing as it was without his help. Karen, our in house maid, was so kind and made sure to attend to our needs while also giving our group privacy. They embody the kind and welcoming nature of Costa Rica and I can't recommend them enough. We did a private chef dinner to close our trip, super delicious. Compliments to the chef who made the food with love. <3

The Airbnb is gorgeous. So authentic and comfortable. Air conditioning in all rooms which are big and private with en-suite bathrooms. The main area is beautiful and it’s open concept so no air conditioning but makes you feel like your enjoying the costarican climate! The pool was great and there’s an outdoor bar area and bathroom. Squirrel back Monkeys came and visited us at the pool and they were so cute and friendly. There were some other white faced monkeys that want food so put your food away in the Airbnb. There are a lot of stairs! It’s also down a big slope (4x4 not imperative but helpful) We had a few chef nights that were amazing, the food and chefs were fantastic and great company. Mauricio the host was more than could be expected. He was so diligent and helpful. We had communication for weeks before coming and he facilitated all tours and excursions and helped with any local recommendations and reservations. He met us and took us to the bnb. He’s lovely and so responsive.

Our stay was great, facilitated before and during by our main property contact, Alex, and the housekeeper, Karen. We had fabulous meals and outings, all facilitated by Alex, always to be in a clean welcoming home thanks to Karen. The location is stunning on the edge of the Park, but the driveway heart stopping (4WD ONLY). With our car we made multiple daily trips to the beautiful beach a 7 minute drive below the house. Everyone loved hanging by the pool after beach trips to cool off and watch monkeys and other wildlife.

We absolutely loved the castle! The team was beyond helpful. The space was comfortable and clean and the best views in all of MA! We will be back!

Great views and wonderful people. Every person provided us with information regardless of the questions we asked. They also provided cell numbers in case of emergencies. You will need the 4x4 to get to the house. There really are monkeys around, I saw one. The views of the sunrise and sunset are great. The basement bedroom is the best.

Casa Castilla in Manuel Antonio- what a wonderful time we had staying here with our 12 family members, as we celebrated my husband's birthday.  It was our first time to Costa Rica - we were able to experience things we've never done before as a family, and we made a lot of great memories.  We had 4 Chef's meals prepared by the amazing Chef Glenda - each and every dish was exceptional - my family enjoyed this experience so much!   Manager Alexander was very helpful and responsive - whether we needed last minute transportation for us all to a nearby restaurant or adding on a last-minute excursion - Alexander was so attentive, as was housekeeper Karen and groundskeeper David.   We had memorable monkey encounters every day at the villa, like no other tour could have ever provided - on the roof top and at pool side - we saw monkeys, sloths and some beautiful birds - it was everything I could have imagined for our first trip to Costa Rica!  I'd highly recommend Casa Castilla - you won't be disappointed!

Alexander was extremely helpful.  Always made sure that all our  requirements were fulfilled promptly.

This place is absolutely magical! No need to spend a day at the National park because you are already in the jungle. We saw beautiful birds and monkeys every day of our stay. Alex made the entire trip absolutely seamless the entire time. He was always quick to respond and booked everything for our family. Karen, our housekeeper, was phenomenal as well! We can’t wait to return in a few months!

Alex was quite helpful in scheduling our days. Even when I gave him the wrong day for a zipping tour he was able to book one in less then 20mins for us and still have us picked up!! We had a wonderful time and thanks for the birthday bottle!

Absolutely majestic views of Manuel Antonio. They monkeys will come visit daily. 1/2 the house has been wonderfully renovated. Alex provides everything you need. Even secured a private chef for our Family Thanksgiving dinner. Jimmy the Chef was great!!! Short drive to beach. incredible sunrises and sunsets. You won't regret booking here. Oh, and our little Rav4 we rented had no problem getting up and down the driveway.

We had a fun time at Alex’s place. Alex was a great host and he went above and beyond expectations. The home is beautiful and the view is stunning. The pool was refreshing, and the monkeys came out to play with us while we were swimming — an unforgettable experience! The house is old however, and could definitely use some updates/remodeling as there are some things around the house that are very worn or falling apart. Once this place gets some of those updates, I think it would be the perfect place to stay. Also, all the other reviews aren’t exaggerating about the steep driveway. Don’t even try it without four wheel drive. All in all, we enjoyed our stay!

This is an excellent place to spend a couple of days amid the Costa Rican jungle: roomy, tidy, with stunning views and all the amenities that you could potentially long for. Alexander is an excellent host and landlord, always readily available. Communication was easy and seamless. Beware, however, that the access will require you to have an off-road vehicle, as it is extremely steep.

Outstanding accommodations with the host to match! Alexander was on top of all of our need during our stay at the Castle. Can’t say enough about the service and and view of this amazing retreat in the jungle of Manuel Antonio! Thank you Alexander!

Alexander will completely spoil you. The house was clean and filled/surrounded with wildlife. It was the real life version of those things you dream about- you are literally in the rainforest with views of the ocean. Start a work-out program before you go- the house is full of stairs and Manuel Antonio is very rugged in terms of walking. It was completely worth it to collect the memories of these animals and views in such close proximity.

Great location, had a blast at our Quepos stop on our trip. Staying in a castle is a must do... especially when you get visitors like white face monkeys on the rooftop balcony! Alexander was super helpful, kind & responded quickly to all of our needs. Def recommend & will be back!

Great and unique house that my family had a wonderful time at.   The amount of monkeys and other animals you can see is staggering for one place.   Internet is not great by any means, but if you are on vacation here you shouldn’t need it.  Overall we loved character and location of house.

Alexander and staff were so accommodating and friendly. Waking up to the wildlife and seeing the monkeys each evening was worth it in itself. A must stay!

This truly is a castle in the jungle. The home is unlike anything we’ve ever seen before, and our only wish was that we had more of our friends on this amazing trip with us to stay in the house!! Don’t be afraid of the driveway. It’s a bit intimidating but with four wheel drive it was no problem. This truly is a Costa Rican paradise and we are already planning our return. Karen the housekeeper was so special to us and took such great care. Alexander went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable at check-in when a local storm caused our power to go our briefly. The home has Donna at amazing amenities, but the best part is literally being in a part of wilderness with the monkeys making their daily visits!! We had a blast and would highly recommend this home to anyone planning to visit the area.

Nice place, kind of big for 6 people but confortable, didn't like that the advertising doesn't say that you actually need a 4x4 vehicle in order to make it in to the house... but the experience in the place was beautiful... we saw Monkeys, Macaws, Sloths rigth on the main terrace wich actually has a breath taking wiew... Recomended

Hi Eneyda  Thank you for the review, I am happy you and your family enjoyed the stay  Funny you mentioned that in the description it does not mention the need for a 4x4  "Hidden at the end of a cul-de-sac in a very private and exclusive part of Manuel Antonio, and accessed by a paved 40yard private road (4x4 only )."  I will make some changes to our description to make this part more obvious to our future clients thank you for the insight

Book this house!!! After weeks of searching, we narrowed it down to this place. This was a perfect, unique spot for our family vacation to Manuel Antonio. We are a family of four with two teenage daughters (13 and 16). The indoor/outdoor floor plan was a first for us and I loved it. The main level has no windows, but is screened in. This provided a nice breeze and the sounds of the ocean throughout the day. The view from the master balcony of Manuel Antonio beach was breathtaking. You also get a similar view from the main level. The kitchen is well equipped, the beds were comfortable, and plenty of hot water in the bathrooms. We spent a part of each day at the beach. The water was very warm and the kids spent hours entertaining themselves. Definitely treat yourself to several coconut waters from Jimmy. We also enjoyed nice dinners at Ronny’s Place and the Jolly Roger. We ordered takeout a few times from Cocina Steakhouse. Now the important details… we saw four sloths on the property, countless monkeys daily, iguanas, and birds. There really wasn’t any need to go into the park. Alexander was available day and night to answer our countless questions and assist us along the way. He set up private surfing lessons with Dante’s Watersports for my kids. They both were riding waves in within an hour. He also set up the Covid tests, which are currently required to enter back into the US. 🙄 Also 4x4 isn’t optional. It’s definitely needed. I recommend this home to everyone with the exception of families with small children and the elderly.

Wow, just stop looking and book it.  The property is awesome, offers great views, indoor and outdoor pool, variety of bedrooms and plenty of space for any size group.  The flow of the main floor is designed to take advantage of the prime location.  We had Monkees join us one day at the pool.  The location is within 5 minutes of restaurants, stores the beach  and Alex is a great host.  He was able to arrange any activities you need--even with little notice, and available by phone at any time.  When returning we would absolutely stay here again.

Hi Mark  Im glad I was able to host your family  thank you for the review

Alexander was great. Very easy to work with, answered all of my questions promptly, and is areally nice guy!

Great accommodation. Interesting architecture, impeccable and with a wonderful pool

Estupendo alojamiento. Interesante arquitectura, impecable y con una piscina maravillosa

This place is a dream come true in Costa Rica! We had a monkey spending half an hour face to face with my kids near the swimming pool and a sloth looking at us at the living room for half a day.

The Castle is a great place to stay with plenty of rooms. Alexander is just a great host and helps you with all your inquiry’s and much more.

This place is absolutely incredible. We were a group of 7 and it was a great size and spacious for all of us. Every room is unique and has something to offer. The communal spaces and views are amazing. If we weren’t in the kitchen and common areas we were in the pool enjoying the wild life. Alex was such a great host, so accommodating, and quick to respond. He also gave us awesome recommendations. Highly recommend this place to a big group!!

This is such a neat house.  I just loved it!  I have never seen a house like this. The pictures don’t do it justice. It is huge and has so many bedrooms to choose from.  Alex is a great host and I was able to get great recommendations from him for restaurants. Also, he set up a waterfall repelling tour for us which was great. The housekeeper came daily and did all of our laundry which was amazing. After 6 days of exploring the country, we had a lot!  I wish I stayed a few more days!

We're a family of 5 with 3 kids between ages of 11-15.  Our main goal for this trip was to be able to see the rainforest animals without roughing it so we wanted an air-conditioned house with a pool in the middle of the rainforest surrounded by monkeys, sloths, exotic birds, etc.

Unique. This place is definitely a one of a kind experience. It was super fun to stay there for a few nights. The main living space was really great. It's open air (screened in) with lots of comfortable seating, a really great (fully stocked) kitchen, and a fun plunge pool. The temperature was always comfortable in there even without a/c. The bedrooms were air conditioned and had open bathrooms in them (half wall covering the toilets and showers). There were plenty of towels and the linens were nice. Having a housekeeper come each day was a nice luxury. She was super sweet and even did our laundry! The balcony was beautiful but didn't have a lot of seating. The view is visible from the main living space and the view is truly breathtaking. We saw lots of wildlife (our favorite part!). We had monkeys visit us on the balcony and a sloth hanging out by the pool. We could hear lots of animals (night and day, haha). Alex was great! He even tracked down an extra key when we accidentally locked ourselves out. He set up a tour for us and was generally wiling and available to answer any questions we had. Things to note: Needing a 4x4 is not a recommendation, it is a definite requirement. The driveway is insane but is definitely doable with a four wheel drive and a confident driver. There are truly lots of steps. There are probable 50 steps from the main front door down to the pool and another 50 steps from the main entry to the main living area. Then there are another 20 or so up to the master bedroom. We did not walk to places, only drove. There are about 100 steps to get to top of the driveway and then another 500 meters up a steep windy narrow "street" to the main road. And then you would have 15-20 minute walk to beach from there. With a car, everything was close and convenient. Another thing to note, the master bedroom has a unique entryway. You actually have to go outside (sometimes in the rain) onto the balcony to access the doorway to the master bedroom. All in all, we really enjoyed our stay and would stay there again.

What an experience. This house is right in the middle of everything in Manuel Antonio. Gorgeous view of the ocean and you get the feeling that you're staying in a castle. Will definitely need to rent a 4x4 next time as you can't drive a regular vehicle to the front of the house. The walk up the hill can be a bit much for older people but I love the exercise.

Oh my goodness. I don’t even know where to begin. If you’re looking at places to stay in Manuel Antonio.. THIS IS IT! The location is perfect. You’re near the national park, beautiful beaches, amazing restaurants and coffee shops. And don’t even get me started on the view at this place! The pictures really don’t do it justice. When we first arrived, we were worried about the steep stairway to the house.. it was intense and we almost regretted our decision booking Casa Castillo. But once we stepped inside and met Alex, we knew we picked the right place. Alex treated us like family from the very start. He booked all of our excursions (book through him if you plan on doing anything) and even called for our cabs every single time we needed one. There was a house keeper who came daily and did our laundry which was such a nice perk! I would have definitely packed lighter in hindsight. Monkeys would come to hang out by the pool and on the balcony around 4 pm every day. It was the coolest thing ever! We saw more wildlife on our balcony than we did at the national park! Seriously. This place is beautiful and unique and you won’t be able to stay anywhere like it. Book! You won’t regret it. Pura Vida! :)

Casa Castillo was beautiful and had an amazing view. Centrally located in Manuel Antonio. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. Alex was super helpful in suggesting food and activities. The bedrooms were all air conditioned and very comfortable, but with the open air concept, the common areas were not air conditioned, so they tended to be pretty hot and sticky. The kids loved the indoor and outdoor pools. Several monkeys came right to the patio.

Even better than the pictures! Situated in a wonderful part of the town and extremely close to Manuel Antonio national park and many beaches. We had a fantastic stay, saw squirrel, howler and white faced monkeys all around the outside of the house. AC in bedrooms is great - no AC in main living area but with fans and windows at top of house open it is not necessary at all. It was a truly special vacation in an incredible castle. Hope to return someday soon!!

Hi Andrew   I am glad you had a good stay   The second paragraf of the description is quite clear about additional charges and giving you more than a 50% discount on the additional rate was very fair on my behalf also in your booking Status the visit was supposed to be only 6 guest and not 9

This was the BEST PLACE and location that we found and they made it extra special for myself, husband and family. They were on time with keys and run through of the house before, answering text responses to help us with discounts on tours including getting us into Manuel Antonio jungle tour the very next day with private tour guide and helping us get our car un-stuck off of a hill it was on at 11pm at night! Lol. Alex is a great guide and very informative. The location is a house with tons of monkeys in trees early morning and afternoon feeding within arms reach, iguanas, parrots and many others and beautiful ocean view on top deck. Alex even helped us to get on a whale catamaran booze tour which was an incredible experience!!! Will definitely returns and tell everyone to do the same!!!

This place is nothing short of magnificent.  The views... the wildlife....  We loved every second we were in Casa Castillo.  We only regret not staying longer!  

Casa Castillo is incredible - the view from the rooftop patio and living room windows is breathtaking.  Daily maid service was fantastic - plenty of clean towels for the pool - tiny indoor pool is great for a quick cool-off.  Power is a little sketchy during storms, internet is a little slow and only works on the main floor, but we didn't mind.  And yes, there are LOTS of stairs both in and outside the house.  No joke about needing a 4x4 to get up and down the driveway - our pizza delivery guy got stuck and had to get a tow to get out.  

Casa Castillo is simply fantastic. We saw monkeys every day, had an amazing view, the service was spectacular. It was a little hard to find at first but Alex met us at the end of the road by the 4x4 sign and the driveway was “Epic” According to my 6 year old. Hope to come back soon!!!

Better than the pictures! This place has so much to offer!! First night there we caught monkeys playing on the terrace, gorgeous views of the beach and convenient to drive to any nearby points of interests. Alex (property manager) was also very helpful in assisting us with any questions. Highly recommend for any stay!

This castle house is exactly as you would think...fun!  It’s not a standard house by any means.  The rooms are all different with different features and benefits.  The common rooms are AWESOME!  Great views, fun indoor pool, great bar, 2 fridges, and a deck that could hold a wedding.  You WILL see monkeys and sloths, it’s almost a guarantee.  The monkeys can be loud and will definitely snatch stuff you leave on the deck but they were so fun to watch.  We saw sloths, white-face capuchins, tiki monkeys, howler monkeys, iguanas, tree frogs, geckos, butterflies, toucans, and agoutis all from the deck.  We also saw a hedgehog crossing the road one night.  You are IN the jungle so expect some bites from bugs and/or ants, noises (bring earplugs),  and a general “wild” feel.  The house is as described and Alex is an OUTSTANDING host...he was available at almost all times and booked all our trips with all the right companies.  He gave great advice and was a pleasure to work with.  The house cleaner was also very nice and made little critters out of the towels everyday the children loved!  All in all, our favorite vacation in a magical place.  Book the Casa Castillo if you’re looking for adventure in the jungle of Manuel Antonio, a VERY magical place you may not want to leave.

Alexander was a pleasure to deal with and more than helpful in every way! I highly recommend the space and Alexander!

Wow, what an amazing home! I love that this huge house is available to smaller groups for a reduced price. We had 3 out of the 6 bedrooms available for our use during our stay. Plenty of room for all 7 of us to spread out and enjoy all the home had to offer. Gorgeous, sweeping views of the jungle & ocean from almost every room, outdoor pool, and expansive upper deck! We had visits from squirrel monkeys one day, followed by capuchin monkeys the next. We could hear howler monkeys all the time but never caught a glimpse. The beds & furnishing are comfortable and the housecleaner does a great job of keeping the home super clean. The stairs and driveway are NO JOKE though! If you are unable to navigate a lot of stairs, this is not the house for you! There are many steps to get to bedrooms, the outdoor pool, the main deck, and down/up the driveway (if you don't have a 4x4). The neighborhood felt VERY safe w/ 2 security guards at all times & neighbors walking to the main street at all hours. Great location to the beach, restaurants, and night life.

Steep driveway but Alexander is there to help with a quad at check in and check out!

The property is amazing and strange. You can hear howler monkeys in the morning and occasionally throughout the day. A group of monkeys came to visit us while we were chilling next to the pool. There was an air conditioner broken when we checked in and the iron didn't work but Alexander fixed both of these problems very quickly when brought to his attention. This is a great space for parties.

Wonderful location, walkable. Gorgeous place and we all enjoyed our time here.

Casa Castillo was absolutely beautiful! Spacious, all the amenities to make our trip absolutely perfect.The balcony's, the views, the pools, everything was well maintained, clean and perfect. Bedrooms and living spaces were great. Great kitchen with everything you need to prepare a great meal or have a chef come in and prepare it for you! We had Chef Glenda come in one night, she was awesome!! Her daughter Tiffany assisted and helped make the night memorable! Our group was made up of 8 adults and 1 toddler. The home is not child proof but we were able to make it safe for Baby Otto. He had an awesome time too! Check out Otto sees the world blog! The location was great, near the beaches, near Manuel Antonio, some great restaurants at the corner of the street. Amazing places to view the sunset over the Pacific. We had Monkeys come visit and many birds. The pictures do a good job of showing the place off, but being there is the real treat! Alex our host was incredibly helpful, from helping plan our trip to Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio, to setting up excursions, recommmending restaurants, and even having his lovely wife baby sit Otto! I can't say enough about the home, our host or Costa Rica! If Costa Rica is not on your list of places to visit, you need to consider adding it! Great time! Thanks Alex!

Casa Castillo is the perfect place to stay in Manuel Antonio. We travel often all over the world, and this is a place we want to return to. The castle is so unique. We were nervous about the steep driveway everyone was commenting on, but we had a 4WD and had zero problems. We also walked up and down it just fine with 3 kids (all 5 and under). The castle is walking distance to restaurants, grocery, and souvenir shops. There is security near the top of the driveway as well which is nice. During our stay we were provided coffee, shampoo, fresh towels daily, etc. Nothing was left forgotten. Both pools are great, but if you have small kids like we do, you will need to keep a very close watch on them because there is no good way to block off access to the indoor pool. Tip: Don’t leave the balcony door open, or a monkey *might* come inside, and that monkey *might* steal your ritz cracker.

Really a place with a special vibe, all the ambiance and the decor of the house is great. We had a great time.

Realmente un lugar con una vibra especial, todo el ambiente y la decoración de la casa es genial. La pasamos super bien.

Casa Castillo is amazing! Our group of 6 adults (3 couples) had a great time. Alex is a very accommodating host and always quick to respond. Our outings were awesome and the guides he hooked us up with were very knowledgeable and lots of fun! It was our first time in Costa Rica and we all just fell in love with the country. I will agree with every other comment in that the driveway is no joke steep. Prepare to hike it and sweat.a.lot.

Casa Castillo is amazing, eclectic and awesome! The ocean views are stunning, rooms are very cool and we had a sloth and her baby to visit with by the pool everyday and daily visits from monkeys! There are lots of stairs so this house is not for folks that are experiencing physical challenges and the driveway is steep for sure so rent a 4 wheel drive! Alexander is helpful and accommodating, an excellent host. I would highly rec this place!!

Casa Castillo is an incredible place to stay when you are in the Manuel Antonio area. It's a very short drive to the park and all the restaurants in the area, and if you want to do the 'hike' is walkable to some nice cafes. Alexander your host is an invaluable resource and is so willing to assist you in your stay. Use him to help plan your excursions, dining or for suggestions for any other activities in the area. The house itself is very large, spacious rooms, clean and with gorgeous views! The pool is a wonderful place to relax and feel like you are remote even though you are in a neighborhood (though houses are all high-end). The great room has a beautiful view and a unique feature of a small pool that you can take a dip in. Each bedroom has its own bathroom however those bathrooms are in the rooms, there is just a half wall separating. Everything is very clean, the housekeeper Emma does a great job. Note the following about the house, though these comments are not meant to detract in any way. The house is eclectic in a unique and very fun way. -There are four levels, you are going to be going up and down stairs. - The main level does not have air conditioning (though all the bedrooms do) but with the screens, the fans and the pool it is very comfortable even when hot outside. - Lastly, the driveway is very, very steep. If you have a good vehicle with low drive, no problem when its dry but if its raining you will need 4WD. A wonderful place to stay, unique in so many ways (monkeys do come to the pool) and a host that will bend over backwards for you. It was a high point of our stay in Costa Rica!

Casa Castillo was an incredible place to stay and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to stay and enjoy Manuel Antonio. The house is amazing and the pictures truly do not do it justice. All of the rooms are great and the main living area of the house is a wide open common area that makes for a great spot to hang out with your group. That being said it is the only part of the house without AC so it can get rather warm, but there are many fans which do help to keep things cool. Overall this was no big deal for us and didn't get in the way of us having a great time. 

Our group had an amazing trip to Costa Rica. THE HOUSE: Casa Castillo is a beautiful home that feels both very secluded in the jungle canopy while also just a few minutes walk away from the main transit stop. The home was perfect for our group but please note that the driveway is very steep and will only accommodate the best of 4-wheel vehicles/rental cars. There are a few parking spaces at the top of the driveway hill but we still recommend a 4-wheel drive vehicle to ensure your group can do any/all activities you desire. The kitchen was fully equipped and easily allowed us to cook and serve meals for our large group of 12. THE HOST: Alexander was an AMAZING host and really went the extra mile to ensure that all of our to/from travel coordination, lost bags, minor air conditioning mishaps and group activities were either addressed immediately or ran amazingly smooth. He truly embodies the pura vida lifestyle and all of his assistance really enhanced our groups experience. THE DESTINATION: It was the first time in Costa Rica for the entirety of our group and I can speak for all of us when I say that we will absolutely be returning in the near future.

Alex was an amazing host! We called him on numerous occasions, for a multitude of things, and he came through every time. He is like superman, there in a single bound ever time we needed something. He even went to the extreme of helping us get a medical prescription on the Good Friday Holiday when everything was basically closed. He was only a phone call away and answered every time we called.  We also had Alex set up tours for us while we were there. He arranged something for us everyday, sometime two outings, and everyone of them went perfectly, from on time transportation to awesome guides and hosts. We even got stuck downtown one day and he was there almost immediately to arrange transportation.  In regards to Casa Castillo, the house is absolutely beautiful with breathtaking views from the different levels. The top level overlooking Manuel Antonio is absolutely amazing.  The house has both a small indoor pool and a large outdoor infinity pool. Both are an awesome way to cool off after a full day of exploring. We have no idea if this happens every day, but the three days we were in the outdoor pool, we were greeted by a group of Capuchin monkeys stopping by to cool off on the edge of the pool. They meandered through like they owned the place, and then moved on. It was totally amazing!  Between the house and Alex's amazing non-stop service, you can not find a better place to spend a week or two. In closing, don't let the comments about the hill scare you. It is a steep hill, but it is roughly 40-50 yards and not that big of deal. On days you are too tired a 4x4 taxi was always available for about $10 to or from town, or if you need assistance getting groceries or luggage in or out, Alex was always there to help.   You will not regret booking at Casa Castillo!

Alex was a great host! He was only a phone call away and answered every time we called for questions and concerns. He also booked a bus to pick us up from SJO to the house and back for a fair price. The place was always clean, there is a maid who came in during the day (although note she's off on Sun). The house is absolutely beautiful with a breathtaking rooftop view! We had the whole house to ourselves as there were 13 of us. Kitchen was fully functional and we were able to cook meals when we didn't want to eat out. There's a book with helpful information and Alex was able to book our tours and they pick us up from the house for a fair price. Each room or area had a bathroom but be aware some bathrooms are completely wide open, like toilet/shower with no door, wall or curtain. The room door has a lock so just inform your roommate when you plan to shower. There are AC units in all the bedrooms, some rooms you have curtains to retain the cool air. The main living area is not air conditioned so it can feel warm at certain times during the day but it's the only area that has wifi. We also had a great timetable the outdoor pool and there is even a little indoor pool in the main common area, note that it is a little deeper but nice to dip your feet in. the rooftop patio with a view was also a great spot to hang out especially during the evening to watch the sun set. Its near the main Manuel Antonio street. My best tip is take the bus over a taxi for daytime activities. The bus stop is a 10 min walk to the street from the house and only cost 310 colones (that's less than a dollar). You can get to Playa Espadilla and the Manuel Antonio National Park. There's also numerous restaurants and bars on the Main Street too, some walkable.   My biggest disclaimer, there is a HUGE STEEP HILL to climb to get in and out of the house and you must walk it unless you have a 4x4 because that's how steep it is. Alex did use his 4x4 to get our luggage to the house but otherwise you take yourself. It is not an easy climb so I wouldn't suggest it for elderly. I may even say watch out with children bc it would be a nasty fall, but there is a newly paved staircase too. I would estimate 300m long. It was always our daily pre-workout and it isn't fun. Given our group consisted of 25-35 year old healthy adults so we could do it, it just wasn't expected.   Either way this house was AMAZING. I would still highly recommend it as long as you can make the hill as it is truly a beautiful home with a great host.

We had a large group (15 adults) stay at Casa Castillo and it was an amazing time. Alex was very accessible and made the stay that much more enjoyable. We had a very late check-in and he was there waiting for us, and we called him various times throughout the trip with questions or requests and he always picked up the phone and was super helpful. The house itself was amazing, the photos do not do it justice. Amazing pool, the views are fantastic, and the overall house layout was perfect for our huge group. There is a very steep driveway down to the house, so for most of the activities we just walked to the top of our driveway, not a huge deal but just something to be aware of. Great vacation, would use Alex as our host again in the future! 

We had a fantastic time at The Castle. Alexander, the host, was very helpful and we love the view, the balconies and the pool! Highly recommended for family groups. Thank you Alex!

I plan adventure trips all over the world and can say that this was the fanciest place we have ever stayed in. The pictures on Air BNB cannot come close to doing this place justice. Every person in our party of 13 were beyond impressed. It is a luxurious villa, and the pools are really nice to cool off in. We saw more wildlife from the deck and pool than we did in all the hiking around Manuel Antonio. There was a monkey show beyond belief the first day with howler, (endangered) spider monkeys, and cappuchin present on the back porch. And to top it off, the best views of the three toed sloth was a few feet above our head from the pool.   Alex was more than accommodating as a host, facilitating for a delivery of dinner and beverages upon our arrival, and helping to set up a mangrove kayaking tour. Definitely will come here again.

Description was right on for the house. Alex was great and made us feel welcome, despite having some travel difficulties which caused us to arrive way later then expected. The neighborhood was easily accessible, if you were willing to walk up some steep hills!

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