Entire luxury hotel and staff - Dramatic sea views - Ciudad Cortés

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Housekeeping

Explore the area

Ojochal, Puntarenas

Ventanas Beach5 min drive
Tortuga Beach7 min drive
Playa Tortuga7 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

2 King Beds

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

Bedroom 9

1 King Bed

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Dining Area

About this property

Entire luxury hotel and staff - Dramatic sea views

Our guests frequently use the word “magical" to describe their experience at El Castillo. Part of it is our stunning ocean view, elegant surroundings, and exclusive island beach, but mostly it is our people. They help you to feel welcome and at home. There are only 9 rooms in this luxury boutique hotel and restaurant with a staff to room ratio of two to one. The reviews on TripAdvisor are some of the best in the world.

The hotel is normally Adults Only, but when you rent the entire hotel you are allowed to bring children. You also get the entire staff when you rent the hotel!

There are 2 Luxurious Spa Suites, 3 Ocean View Kings, 2 Ocean View Suites, and a Garden Room with a king bed. All are tastefully decorated and the Ocean View Rooms offer dramatic panoramas of the Pacific Ocean through French doors. Guests appreciate the king-size four-poster beds, full baths, and expansive, wood-beamed ceilings.

There is a large infinity pool on the main level and a jacuzzi and spa room.

A two course plated breakfast is included every morning poolside while you enjoy a dramatic view of the ocean.

Some of the room amenities include:
• King-size bed with 300-thread count, organic cotton linens
• Beautiful curtains for privacy and light/temperature control
• Rain shower
• Private patio
• Plush bathrobes and towels
• Signature El Castillo bath and body amenities
• Complimentary WiFi
• Air Conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Laundry service
• Private minibar and wine cellar
• Coffee machine
• Safety deposit box
• Daily cleaning service

When you rent the entire hotel, the restaurant inside the hotel stays open to the public. It adds vibrancy to the hotel and it is fun for our guests to see the look of surprise on visitors faces when they see the incredible ocean view for the first time.

Property manager

Scott Dinsmore

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Housekeeping

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ciudad Cortés

Located in Ciudad Cortés, this lodge is by the sea. Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Topolandia and Parque Reptilandia. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ojochal, Puntarenas

What's nearby

Ventanas Beach - 5 min drive
Playa Ballena - 6 min drive
Tortuga Beach - 7 min drive
Playa Tortuga - 7 min drive
Uvita Beach - 14 min drive

Restaurants

Ballena Bistro - 8 min drive
Mirador Los Manglares. - 4 min drive
Fusion Restaurant & Bar - 2 min drive
Térraba - 14 min walk
Stan's Café - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Entire luxury hotel and staff - Dramatic sea views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Entire luxury hotel and staff - Dramatic sea views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Entire luxury hotel and staff - Dramatic sea views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Entire luxury hotel and staff - Dramatic sea views?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Entire luxury hotel and staff - Dramatic sea views located?

Situated by the sea, this lodge is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Playa Garza and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tortuga Beach and Playa Tortuga. Ventanas Beach and Marino Ballena National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Scott Dinsmore

My wife Barb and I live in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We love to travel and Costa Rica is one of our favorite places in the world. I was the President and CEO of a mid-size information technology company for 18 years before I retired in April, 2015. In July of 2015 we purchased the El Castillo Hotel and Azul Mediterranean Restaurant. A lot of people said I was crazy buying a hotel in another country without any hotel and restaurant experience. They were probably right, as it was truly an emotional buy based on passion. But it turned out to be a great experience and has brought a lot of joy to my wife, children, and two granddaughters. We have fun visiting, reading the reviews on TripAdvisor, and best of all, getting to know the staff.

Why they chose this property

We originally found El Castillo a few years back when I was looking for a hotel to purchase for our employees and their families. The idea was to have four employees and their families stay in luxury in a location they might not have been able to afford on their own for three weeks a year. The employees would work and not be charged for vacation time. What an incredible way for everyone to get a chance to know each other better and build trust. In the end it did not work out to purchase the hotel for the company. However, about the time I was going to retire I noticed that El Castillo was still on the market. I was so excited that I went to Costa Rica a few months later with my son and bought it.

What makes this property unique

The initial attraction to El Castillo was the magnificent structure and the dramatic view over the infinity pool of Garza Island and the Pacific Ocean. It is fun watching visitors walk into the hotel for the first time and see their jaw drop. But it is much more than the view that makes El Castillo special – it is having some of the best restaurants in Costa Rica within 5 to 10 minutes and having endless outdoor adventure activities close by. It is also our newest addition - an exclusive island beach. Combine all of this with the most caring, interesting, thoughtful staff I have ever encountered and it creates a magical experience for our guests. The hotel exists for one reason – “you” our guests. Thank you for considering El Castillo.

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