House in tambor, puntarenas, nicoya peninsula

Castillo Resort nestled in the Costa Rican jungle on the Pacific ocean

Castillo Resort nestled in the Costa Rican jungle on the Pacific ocean

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Exterior
Pool
beach
view of the ocean from the rooftop
pool and dining area at night

Overview of Castillo Resort nestled in the Costa Rican jungle on the Pacific ocean

6.8 out of 10
9 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 23743 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

tambor, puntarenas, nicoya peninsula
  • Popular LocationLos Delfines Golf & Country Club14 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontezuma Falls22 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontezuma Beach38 min drive
  • AirportPunta Islita (PBP)100 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 23)

bungalow (chalet) 3

1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

bungalow (chalet) 4

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 King Bed

cabana (bungalow) - CHALET 2- JUNGLE VIEW

1 Queen Bed

cabana (bungalow)-CHALET 1 JUNGLE VIEW

2 King Beds

guacamaya - POOL AND JUNGLE VIEW

1 King Bed

Iguana -JUNGLE VIEW

1 King Bed

Ocean View Paradise - POOL, JUNGLE, OCEAN VIEW ROOF TOP ROOM

1 Queen Bed

pacifico - POOL, JUNGLE, OCEAN VIEW

1 King Bed

papagayo - POOL AND JUNGLE VIEW

1 King Bed

8 bathrooms

cabana - chalet 1

cabana - chalet 2

guacamaya

Iguana

ocean view paradise

pacifico

papagayo

pool bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Castillo Resort nestled in the Costa Rican jungle on the Pacific ocean

Castillo Tambor (NEW OWNERSHIP as of July 2022) is a Stone Villa nestled within the confines of the Jungle. We are a 5 minute drive to Tango Mar beach. We have many beaches that are a short drive away, part of Villas del Mar and Tango Mar luxury district in Tambor. We are close to (11km) popular tourist towns like Montezuma and Santa Teresa. We are also close to grocery stores (11km), local bars and restaurants. All rooms are private, with a private bathroom, safe, TV and air conditioning. The pool is the ideal place to relax and enjoy a cocktail after a day at the beach.

Castillo Tambor is ideal for a holiday, weddings, birthday parties and private events. We also host yoga retreats and family gatherings.

Castillo Tambor features 9 rooms, 10 washrooms and fits 24 people in beds. We have space for larger groups.

The local adventure company Pura Vida Expeditions CR offers tours of Tortuga island with dolphin and whale watching, fishing, zip lining, bioluminescence, sunset tours at playa Los Vivos, ATVs, horseback riding, Curu national park and playa Quesera with its beautiful white sand beach and crystal water, kayaking, paddle boarding, etc. (for pictures and details see www.puravidaexpeditionscr.com)

We also provide very good rates for shuttle services from Liberia and San Jose Airports. Free pick up/drop off at Tambor Airport is available.

Many updates have been made to the hotel since new ownership began this July 2022. New mattresses in every room, new pillows and bedding. Our restaurant menu has been greatly improved with many new items and Costa Rican dishes. Our back villa has been fully renovated and designed to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Please note, internet connections can be intermittent, which is typical in rural areas of Costa Rica

We are so excited to make your stay with us a beautiful and relaxing experience.

Jerrid & Theresa
Owners of Castillo Resort Tambor & Restaurant

Property manager

Theresa Morphy

Languages

English, Spanish
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Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Pets are allowed in detached Family Bungalow only.

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cóbano

Located in Cóbano, this villa is next to a golf course and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Santa Teresa Beach and Romelia Wildlife Refuge can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Los Delfines Golf & Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Los Delfines Golf & Country Club - 14 min drive
  • Montezuma Falls - 22 min drive
  • Playa Grande - 27 min drive
  • Montezuma Beach - 38 min drive
  • Piedra Colorada - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Soda El Balcón del Mar - 21 min drive
  • Me Huele A Café - 15 min drive
  • Chicos Bar y Restaurante - 21 min drive
  • Cocina De Leña La Cobaneña - 15 min drive
  • Sano Banano Restaurant - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Castillo Resort nestled in the Costa Rican jungle on the Pacific ocean have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Castillo Resort nestled in the Costa Rican jungle on the Pacific ocean pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

Where is Castillo Resort nestled in the Costa Rican jungle on the Pacific ocean located?

This family-friendly Cóbano villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Romelia Wildlife Refuge and Playa Grande. Los Delfines Golf & Country Club and Montezuma Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

6.8
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews" "

4.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Check-in

3.4/10

Communication

2.6/10

Location

2.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t Dismiss Your Taxi
Executive summary: • This is not a resort • There is no bungalow • There is no cabana • There is no Internet • There are no services • This is not close to anything • There hasn’t been a good review in 2 years • Moldy, dark, mildew, no services and completely misrepresented Long Story: About a week before New Years Eve, the biggest holiday in Costa Rica, we found ourselves needing to find a hotel near the airport the day before our flight home. We had several options at that time, but after seeing the pictures of Castilla “Resort” as it is named, and seeing that all the surrounding hotels are really expensive, we really thought we got lucky. We made the terrible mistake of not thoroughly reading previous reviews. We won’t soon be making this mistake again. Upon arriving, we were a little disappointed to be led to a dark corner of the property. It was a bit of a jumble and nothing like we expected, but we’re not picky and we just needed a place to sleep. After the taxi left as well as the person who gave us our room key, we started to realize that we really should have gone into the room and checked it out before letting everyone leave. The room was dark and smelled overwhelmingly of mildew and bleach. I think there’s something in the tropics that makes you think you can always just open up a space and let it air out As I looked further, I realized that this more resembled a prison cell than a room to stay in. The ceiling was covered in black mold spores, while the corners and edges of the ceiling where dark stained with water penetration. It had obviously been painted over to hide the issue, but now was covered in mold in mold spores once again. Also, it wasn’t possible to stay in the room for too long due to the overwhelming smell of bleach and or chemicals. I looked at the one window in the room, thinking I could open it, but again, it was more like a small cell window covered in jungle on the other side. After just a few minutes, my wife and I both realized that we would not be able to spend a night here. It was only at this point that we realized we had been cut off from leaving in addition to everything else. There was a large family renting the main building for the holiday. It was very awkward to stand in the middle of a vacationing, holiday family event by the pool trying to connect to the Internet and somehow hail a taxi to who knows where. After an hour or so, we did eventually manage to connect back with Sonia and she did send a
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

Les C., Belleville , Ontario

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
there is no beach that u can enjoy that u can walk to and it said free breakfast nope we paid
if it wasn't for Frank and Anna and there help it would of been a complete bust
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Rose C.

Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Unique place with great potential!
The property is very pretty and the set up around the pool is great for family gatherings. Check in needs some improvement, no English speaking manager is on site after the maid shows you your room. Even a board providing restaurant details, wifi passwords, and perhaps a phone to contact the owner with any questions, would help improve the initial 1st impression and reduce stress and frustration of the client. Location is far from any restaurants, stores, etc, so not recommended for anyone without a car Beach is not easily accessible on foot, but the pool was lovely You must make reservations early in the day if you want to eat at the restaurant as it is run by a lovely couple that are there on most evenings other than Tuesdays...no food options on that day. The owner had a wonderful dinner catered by her staff for us on Tuesday evening at our request. The bar is only open if the couple renting the restaurant are on site in the evenings...otherwise you are on your own for drinks or lunch Wifi was sporatic and sometimes turned off, making it even more isolated for the guests trying to set up any tours or outings. Overall as the planner for a group of 10, I found this part of our tour through Beautiful Costa Rica extremely stressful as I was continuously problem solving and self managing...not what I expected to do on our vacation. I truly hope the owner finds a manager that can stay onsite, answer the guests questions and ensure that their needs are met, allowing her to manage her other workload. This place could be a treasure with a little better communication and visable management. Thank you to Frank and Anna for the amazing food and to Sonia's staff for the delicious fish dinner. Wishing Sonia the best of luck in future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Gil P.

Castle to myself
The only reason I give my stay a 4 of 5 is because I had the entire place to myself. The staff was outstanding and the food and service was perfect. I felt like family rather than a guest.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Scott W.

Appropriate for our needs
Overall I would give it 3 stars. Accommodations were adequate but could be improved. It is a prior home with conversion to B&B. I personal like the rustic appeal and privacy. The Home is situated in a quiet and safe area that is within 30 mins drive of town and local beaches and tour activities. Despite the few needed upgrades it was an economical and adequate location to rest after exploring costal beaches and towns close by. A rental car is recommended if you are wanting to see other areas. If you are wanting to be within walking distance to swim and sun beaches explore other options. Overall it was adequate for our first time in Costa Rica.

About the host

Hosted by Theresa Morphy

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Welcome to our boutique hotel, we hope that this place can be your home away from home. We are so excited for your trip to begin!

Your hosts Jerrid and Theresa moved to Tambor with their two children and have fallen in love with Costa Rica and all it has to offer. We want to give more people like us a chance to visit this gorgeous place and fall in love just like we did.

Why they chose this property

Unique in its kind, this Villa sits in the most tropical and picturesque part of the jungle in Costa Rica. Our beach is pristine, volcanic, by the Pacific Ocean. We are close to major tourist towns like Montezuma and Santa Teresa, and we are also close to many bars and restaurants and Tambor Bay with its beautiful beach. The property is surrounded by a private park with howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys, wild life, mango trees, beautiful flowers and palm trees. You can experience all of Costa Rica in our beautiful location Villa Castillo.

What makes this property unique

Located in Villas del Mar/Tango Mar complex, the finest and most luxurious development in Tambor.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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