Casitas La Playa

We loved the proximity to the ocean. Our kids enjoyed swimming in the natural pools just steps from the apartment. Silvana was a wonderful host and gave us loads of local tips. She showed us the howler monkeys on the tree next to our apartment and we also saw the resident sloth. Following Silvana’s tips we hiked the coast up to Punta Uva beach and it was a beautiful adventure for our family of 5- stopping of to play in the waves along he route and hike through gorgeous nature. We spotted a macaw and capybara on our travels! Silvana provided the drinking water for our stay which was a great plus too. This is a lovely spot to stay especially if you enjoy nature and all the sounds that some with it!

Right by a very nice beach. Sloths and howler monkeys were around. We had what we needed for kitchen and linens. Very friendly and helpful owner. Not that far to walk to town for restaurants and other facilities.

Our hosts Silvana and her husband were so kind and accommodating. They helped us with everything, from finding tour guides/locals for certain activities to helping us cook our fish we caught in the morning! Silvana was very easy to communicate with in person and on WhatsApp. They have done a great job with the grounds/gardens and you will see plenty of hummingbirds in the morning on your semi-private patio. I always felt safe on their grounds and they have the cutest pets!! The location was phenomenal with a minute walk to a very unique and beautiful beach. The walk into town is 15-20 minutes depending on your pace or a $5 tuktuk ride. EVERYONE (shuttle drives, tour companies, uber and tuktuk drivers) knows 'Rocking Js', which is next door, so it was super easy getting a ride. It's $10 uber to Punta Uva and $14 uber to Manzanillo. You can definitely bike to Cocles and rent bikes for cheap at Rocking Js (like $5 daily, not even). All prices I provided were in USD. The beach alone is worth it to me and the photos only project a fraction of the beauty of this place. It is perfect for anyone, from solo to couples, and friends and families so long as they enjoy being outdoors or looking for peace and tranquility. The natural pools make for a relaxing and safe environment, as the waves break on the natural rock. It is so fun to explore the tide pools. There is plenty of space to sprawl out even with the patrons from Rocking Js. If you are lucky and remember to look up, you may even spot a local sloth! I think this place captures the true essence of 'Pura Vida' and I'd like to return here someday, but when it's cooler. :) We stayed 4 nights here and highly recommend this place for easy going and like-minded travelers. It is not for the picky traveler but this is where the locals stay with their families, so it felt like an authentic experience. Tough it out and you will be rewarded with a once in a lifetime experience.

There is no AC but there are fans. The hotel is eco focused so you cannot flush the TP in the toilet either, but Silvana offered housekeeping mid trip. Noise wasn't so much an issue for me but my friend said you can hear plenty of vehicles and wildlife, though she was sleeping with the shutters open in the loft. If you are a sensitive sleeper, remember to pack ear plugs. I was personally exhausted from activities, so I ended up sleeping through all the noise.

The room is basic but clean and big. It has a nice kitchenette, and you can hear the waves nearby, 2 min walk. The lovely Italians owners are there to help you with whatever you need. There is an Italian restaurant next to the accommodation. The centre is 15 min walk along the beach

It would be nice to have more shelves to place my own stuff.