Bahia Pez Vela Resort

I can't begin to write about how much we loved this place. I am so grateful we didn't stay in a big resort and found this place. We were in villa 9. It was perfectly lush, beautifully decorated, and so close to the restaurant, beach, and main pool. We also had our own pool, which was so fun to swim in at night. It's an amazing value for the size and quality of the villa. The restaurant had great food and staff. Kevin at the bar is the best and a great resource for recommendations around town. Coco is close but you will need a driver or a car. I would also suggest a stop on the way from the airport for food, etc. for the kitchen. It is in close proximity to the Rincon de la Viejo area and the Liberia airport. We were able to split our trip up, first half in the rainforest and second half at the beach without a lot of time spent driving. We used private transfers and didn't have to deal with a rental car. The only recommendation for the villa would be more lounge chairs. There were three of us but only one lounger and some chairs. I would love to buy a place there and visit regularly! Thank you for a wonderful, relaxing stay.

6 members of our family stayed in Villa #13 at Bahia Pez Vela for 4 nights/5 days. We booked and paid for "3BR Deluxe Beachfront w/Private Pool" to accommodate our 82 -year-old great-grandmother and our 3.5 year-old granddaughter. More on that later. The PROs: *Driver/transport was excellent: able to stop at mercado and purchase fruit, snacks and milk for the condo. *Spacious 3 bedroom unit, well furnished, comfortable and clean. *Kitchen and bathrooms extremely well stocked with all amenities. *Beach towels, plentiful *Washer/Dryer and all appliances worked like a charm. *Property grounds were gorgeous, with lots of birds, howler monkeys, iguanas, etc. to watch and enjoy *Restaurant had large portions, easily splittable, of local cuisine as well as some universally enjoyed foods, e.g., burgers, pasta. The Ceviche of all types was spectacularly good! The breakfast papusa was delicious and easily shared by 2-3. *The main pool area included a separate shallow pool for kids (important for us), and was right off the restaurant. *Loungers were widely available and shade was plentiful both near the pool and on the beach. *The beach was clean and the sand was nice. The tide pools available to explore during low tides were interesting and fun. *Snorkeling was better than expected, especially on sunny days which helped light up the darker sand of the area and highlight the many, varied fish, ray and crab species. *Chef was willing to prepare dinner with tuna we caught fresh on a fishing tour! The $15/pp charge for the sides served family-style was very reasonable. *No pressure to purchase, or hawking of alcohol, but when we chose to indulge, the drinks were stout and well-made. *Massages were really good! Rosa and Anna came to our Villa and set up out on our balcony. The price was very reasonable and the service exceptional. *The view from our terrace at Villa #13 was stunning, and the terrace itself incredibly large and inviting. We had an outdoor sink/grill area and well-kept hot tub, which our granddaughter considered her very own pool. There was comfortable outdoor seating for 12. The CONs: *No real hiking opportunities: no marked trails to self-explore. *The distance from anything other than this hotel would require a vehicle if you wanted to do more than rest and relax. *No musical entertainment, or entertainment of any kind. (Some local enrichment opportunities, or local musicians could add much to this experience.) *Sketchy reservation system. I mentioned above that we had booked a "3BR Deluxe Beachfront w/Private Pool." We received an update after we paid our deposit letting us know they had booked someone else in the Villa and they offered us a downgrade at a cheaper price. We explained that getting the Villa we'd booked and paid for was important, given the age and abilities of some family members. They did not offer to reinstate us in the Villa we'd booked. While visiting on the beach with a lovely woman from MMassachusetts I discovered s

We stayed at Villa #6, Villa Toucan. The villa was spacious and the kitchen was well equipped. The back patio was lovely for having coffee and watching the birds. The villa is only a 1 minute walk to the pools, restaurant and beautiful black sand beach. We definitely plan to return for another vacation.

I found Bahia Pez Vela using Trip Advisor, and I am so thankful I did. My husband and I stayed there for 10 days during our first trip to Costa Rica, and it was the perfect place to unwind, relax, and explore the Guanacaste Province. I will remember my early morning walks with the howler monkeys and birds in the background, the beautiful flowers and many butterflies, and the warmth and helpfulness of the staff there for many years to come. We hope to come back again someday. Thank you, Bahia Pez Vela!

Our resort was simply beautiful, from our room and pool to the overall property. The food at the restaurant was wonderful, as was the service. Cesar at the office took great care of us, and all of his tour recommendations were top notch. Our entire vacation in Costa Rica was fantastic, and I can’t imagine having a better spot as our home base. Highly recommend.

We had a wonderful stay at beautiful Panorama Villa Dos! The beach, pool, restaurant, view, and staff were the best! We also loved our Rio Celeste Tour with Costa Rica Unique Tours and our fabulous guides Carlos and Jenner!