Art Villas

A unique and beautiful stay - pods are cosy and warm with no a/c. Woke up early naturally due to nature sounds, we didn’t mind! Breakfast was great with loads of choice but there’s not a restaurant for lunch or dinner. We opted for the ordering a pizza $16 to then be charged $35 the next day to include the delivery fee! We had our own car so if we’d of known about delivery we would’ve got it ourselves. It’s a way up the steep hill, 4x4 was good for us.

The most wonderful and amazing place I’ve ever stayed! It’s different, it’s not a luxury hotel- it’s so much more and so much better! The website describes it perfectly. It’s a drive up a mountain, not much different than mountain roads in West Virginia. There are creatures, and birds galore! Tuscans, Tanagers (scarlet and blue) humming birds all over. Definitely get the Merlin bird ID app. It’s great for identifying. There are spiders and frogs, we found them fascinating! We swam, played ping pong and foosball… all while watching monkeys and birds. We stayed in the Art Villa. My daughter and Son in Law, three beautiful kids 15,13,11 and me the Grammy! We all loved it! It sits on a mountain so there are steps all around the area, too many for me to run up but not hard. The pool, rooms and bathrooms were wonderful and very clean and tidy. The view, the gardens and the wildlife made it extraordinary. One of the things we all commented on that took this trip over the top for us, was the staff. They were so kind and friendly! Telling us about the area, sharing their own pictures, pointing out monkeys. We loved them ❤️ We loved the breakfast too, it’s the only meal we took advantage of. We ventured out daily to local restaurants, never a disappointment! We did visit the grocery store for some basics, mostly drinks and snacks. The best thing was a local fruit stand, we could have lived on that….so fresh and delicious. This may not be for everyone - if you like crowds and shopping malls, it’s not for you. If you are fascinated by nature and local life you will love it. One thing we would have done differently is the drive from San Jose. It’s long and we did not account for the time to get through customs and get into the rental car. It’s worth making the journey part of your trip. We landed at 12 got on the road around 3, then stopped for lunch which meant part of the drive was in the dark and rain. You do not want to miss the sights in this beautiful country! Go and adventure!

The most outstanding, notable bits about Art Villas, was that although it has a luxurious feel, you feel right at home. We stayed in Coco 3, and were welcomed by the friendly and attentive staff members right away. We only stayed for one night, but could use the amenities well after checkout as well, which was great! The breakfast the next morning was delicious, and the coffee incredible. I’d say the property is just the right size, it is very quiet, and we had the pool to ourselves during our stay. You must listen to the sounds of the birds and other animals in the jungle in the AM, just outer worldly. You need 4x4! Don’t be worried about the drive up if you’ve got a rental that is All Wheel, but it is definitely necessary. The only 2 things I wish ArtVillas had was a better stronger fan in the room. There is no AC. During the heat of the day, it is quite extreme. The only other thing, is that there is quite a lack of privacy. Keep in mind you are Glamping so be prepared to feel slightly exposed in your Coco as you will likely not be closing your curtains as it’s too hot and humid! Would stay again! Thank you to all of the staff! 💚

Original concept. Nice view. We arrived earlier than check-in time and could use the glamping already. The bed net had some holes. It was not a mosquito net. Alba was of great help and very kind. She also helped us reserve restaurants and spa. The other receptionist made us feel unwelcomed. She didnt explain why Amex could not be on the form and when we said we paid everywhere for consumption (all nights prepaid) with Amex, she asked us where we were. Please note we had travelled across for 3 weeks. She also made it a big deal we asked for new pool towels. She should really go do something else. Nobody offered help with the luggage on check-in. The breakfast was good. Tables were dirty.

Our favourite stay in Costa Rica! We stayed for four nights in Coco Pod 4 as part of our honeymoon. I had read the information about the place beforehand so knew what to expect in terms of glamping and no air con. It was really warm when we stayed. The fan did a good job. I appreciate Aircon wouldn't work in a coco pod due to the open nature of it. And it is the open nature of the pod that makes me love it. I loved our pod and found it to be private. I love the connection to the outside and jungle. It's really special. In the mornings I loved opening up the curtains/screens opposite the bed to watch the jungle wake up. On one morning we awoke to the sounds of howler monkeys. The place was beautiful. I loved every space. I loved watching the birds in the trees and toucans flying past. I miss the pool! Outside our pod was a net we could lie on and watch the stars - we saw shooting stars! Loved the trampoline for a bit of fun. From outside our pod and down at the "wing" we saw agoutis and a coati! We didn't even see these animals in our tours in the national parks! We also availed of massages which were phenomenal (you can pay by cash or PayPal). Breakfast was delicious. Shout out to the king of eggs! If you're near the dining area you will hear the staff preparing it from 6am. However I would say in Costa Rica we were awoken this time almost everywhere as this is when nature wakes you up! The staff were friendly and helpful. We were sent information in advance via WhatsApp. From talking to staff it would seem they love to work there and are treated well by their boss. I think this is an important aspect when choosing somewhere to stay. We needed a 4x4 to get there. However I note they were working on the road whilst we were there and as we left, the road was already better than when we arrived. (There's a great coffee shop at the end of the road. Best coffee in Costa Rica). Unpopular opinion maybe- I would put a ban on playing music. We were there to hear nature and not guests' terrible choice in music at the pool. 😂 In sum we really loved this place and were sad to leave. I would love to return with friends and try the Art Villa at the top.

The most beautiful and complete accommodation I’ve ever stayed at. Located in the middle of the rainforest (with ocean view), stunning detail for design and an amazing crew. I highly recommend this place if you enjoy the sound of nature, great vibes, comfy beds, stunning sunsets and delicious breakfast.

I spent 4 nights at the Art Villas with a group of 15 people for my 40th birthday and it completely surpassed my expectations. The property is INCREDIBLE. The photos can't do it justice. We stayed in the Art Villa and 3 of the Coco Pods. The property is gorgeous and very thoughtfully designed. The staff was incredibly helpful in planning our stay and then making sure everything was perfect while we were there. I want to particularly thank Andrew, who was a true gem.

This place is situated in the mountains not far from the beach. The view is something out of a movie. The look and feel of the space is really nice! I truly enjoyed staying there. There is definitely a sense of peace that you can’t find elsewhere. Now it does have some noticeable “wear and tare” but that could be expected. And there are some things to be veryyyy mindful of: #1 Costa Rica’s biodiversity also means BUGS. If you are fearful of bugs, it will be hard for you to sleep. It’s not like they are crawling all around you, but there are some friendly critters. The bigger ones are easier and slower to get out (grasshoppers, larger very beautiful moths, etc). So at night I’d just make a quick round of clean up around the room, getting rid of the bugs out the door and keeping the light off as to not draw the attention of more bugs. The glass doors to the outside have large gaps so closing the door helps to some degree, but there’s still openings. We saw a small lizard come in twice and one time a bird definitely flew inside when we had the large back doors open. So be very mindful that your are indoors but outdoors :) #2 the drive — getting there is a piece of cake. I thought the 3.5 hour drive from The airport was going to be hard after a 5 hour flight. But the drive keeps you glued to the window. It’s definitely an experience and you catch some great views! Now once you make it to the villa, that’s a whole different ball game. You are going up a steep hill, so 4wheel drive is absolutely necessary. And not just that, if you don’t have a skilled driver making this trip, I’d suggest not driving yourself. Unless you park at the bottom and use their drivers to get up the hill, that could be an option (I did not inquire about this with management but I thought it be a good suggestion). We took one of the airport vans to the villa and going up and down was slightly nerve wrecking but fun too. But they have drivers as well to assist. These men have driven up and down that hill numerous times and have better skill to know that road. #3 the pods, villa and kitchen are pretty close together. Our first night staying in the villa we might’ve been slightly noisy (out of pure excitement and astonishment at being in this beautiful place) with that being said, the pods are very close to the villa, as is the pods to eachother. The kitchen is also right below so someone is bound to have some sort of noise concern. Even though we are all there for some peace, I also still can expect some noise here and there. So if you’re expecting complete 100% privacy, I would say maybe this isn’t the place for you. The villa is on its own floor and the level below it is the common shared space areas (gym) with stairs leading down to the pods and kitchen. #4 bring some extra food, snacks and drinks. If you are used to ubering to solve your hunger, this is not the place for that. I’d suggest making a store run for your stay. Other than those things to be mindful of, this place is awesome. I slept like a baby. Experienced amazing views. Enjoyed great company in an aesthetically appealing space. The art is beautiful. The energy there is exactly what I needed. You could get some really great photos too. And everyone is very nice and kind. The staff were truly pleasant.