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Indulge in Paradise – Luxury Vacation Rentals for Large Groups in Costa Rica

Jaco Costa Rica Rentals
Indulge in Paradise – Luxury Vacation Rentals for Large Groups in Costa Rica

Indulge in Paradise - Luxury Vacation Rentals for Large Groups [...]
Indulge in Paradise – Luxury Vacation Rentals for Large Groups in Costa RicaJoe Morkel2026-09-02T07:51:53-06:00
Maximizing Returns: Property Management for Vacation Rentals in Costa Rica

Jaco Costa Rica Rentals
Maximizing Returns: Property Management for Vacation Rentals in Costa Rica

Maximizing Returns: Property Management for Vacation Rentals in Costa [...]
Maximizing Returns: Property Management for Vacation Rentals in Costa RicaJoe Morkel2026-09-02T07:50:24-06:00
Paradise Found: Renting a Luxurious Beachfront House in Costa Rica

Vacation Rentals Jaco
Paradise Found: Renting a Luxurious Beachfront House in Costa Rica

If you are looking for a tropical paradise for your [...]
Paradise Found: Renting a Luxurious Beachfront House in Costa RicaJoe Morkel2023-06-17T14:11:58-06:00
Luxury Houses You Can Choose For Your Group In Costa Rica

Vacation Rentals Jaco
Luxury Houses You Can Choose For Your Group In Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a favorite tourist destination, and rightly so, [...]
Luxury Houses You Can Choose For Your Group In Costa RicaJoe Morkel2022-12-19T10:48:52-06:00
Property Management for Vacation Rentals In Costa Rica

Property Management
Property Management for Vacation Rentals In Costa Rica

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Property Management for Vacation Rentals In Costa RicaJoe Morkel2026-09-02T07:52:45-06:00
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   Deep 
 31 August 2026
 
 
 Verified We had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed the property. The beachfront location was fantastic, with beautiful beach access and everything conveniently located nearby.The staff and hospitality were excellent. The chefs were amazing, the DJ was great, and we really appreciated the security and housekeeping teams for taking such good care of our group.A special thank you to Karolina for providing truly A1 hospitality. She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and taken care of throughout our stay.Overall, the great beachfront location, convenience, and outstanding staff made our stay very enjoyable and memorable. Thank you to the entire team for your hospitality!
  
 
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   Zackary 
 31 August 2026
 
 
 Verified Had a wonderful time. Definitely worth it. Great price for the stay. Would definitely stay again when we come back.
  
 
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   Moncellio 
 25 August 2026
 
 
 Verified Best airbnb i have had in a while It wasnt just the place Brittany was amazing , helpful, proactive , actually seen to make sure we had everything we neededMade us feel at home She deserves a bonusWalter the security was amazing ,alarming , greeting everyone nightly by name Both made us feel like familyHouse cleaning was sweet and swift Maintenance was fast to insure everything worked
  
 
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   Melissa Auxiliadora 
 21 August 2026
 
 
 Verified Una muy buena opción de hospedaje
  
 
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   Lytanja 
 17 August 2026
 
 
 Verified The home looks exactly like the photos. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the pool and outdoor amenities were fantastic. The location was also great, with many restaurants within walking distance.Our host was amazing! She was extremely responsive to all of my questions and incredibly helpful throughout our stay. She arranged transportation to and from the airport and even scheduled a private chef for our group. The chef was excellent and made our stay even more special!I highly recommend this Airbnb and would definitely book again.
  
 
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   Yolima 
 11 August 2026
 
 
 Verified Beautiful place. Many rooms, very clean, amazing restrooms, felt like home!
  
 
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   Mayson 
 9 August 2026
 
 
 Verified Great place right on the beach! Karolina is so incredibly helpful with local recs and making sure your trip is exactly what you want. Can’t wait to go back!
  
 
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   Jason 
 9 August 2026
 
 
 Verified Space was amazing, with a. Beautiful pool. A couple AC units stopped working and they replaced that day. Our host Karolina was super responsive and booked tours for us. Overall a great experience. We loved having a pool table as well.
  
 
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   Shad 
 8 August 2026
 
 
 Verified We loved staying at this AirBnB. Brittany was our contact and she was amazing! She arranged transportation and several excursions for us. She kept in contact at key moments to be sure we were being taken care of by maintenance, transportation, and excursions. If she's assigned to you, you'll be in good hands. The AirBnB was huge, clean, and provisioned (pots, pans, etc). It is an easy walk to the main street and the beach. There was 24hr security and we felt quite safe.
  
 
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   Shane Powers 
 3 August 2026
 
 
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Stayed here with 6 friends as a graduation gift from my parents, and it was a 10/10 experience from start to finish. This place is perfect if you want a mix of nature and nightlife. We were close to so many scenic spots, and also right by great bars and clubs, the best of both worlds. Our host was phenomenal. She booked tours for us and was available for absolutely anything we needed. My favorite part of Jacobay was the soccer goals and the Footvolley court. The pool was gorgeous too. Beds were comfortable for all seven of us and the bathrooms were spotless. Highly recommend for any group looking for an unforgettable trip.
  
 
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   Daniel F 
 2 August 2026
 
 
  We had an amazing time staying at Casa Playa del Rey! From the moment we arrived, everything was beautiful and well taken care of. A special thank you to our concierge, Karolina. She was absolutely incredible! No matter what we needed—recommendations, reservations, transportation, or any questions—she was always quick to respond and made everything so easy. Her attention to detail and genuine kindness truly made our vacation even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend Costa Rica Elite to anyone looking for a relaxing, stress-free getaway. We can’t wait to come back!
  
 
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   Aron Elston 
 1 August 2026
 
 
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The condo was amazing and the view is spectacular.  Also, Karolina, our concierge made the trip so convenient, made sure we had food in our fridge, helped arrange our outing and was always available. I’ve already shared with several friends as the value for the stay is exceptional.
  
 
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   Katia 
 31 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Un alojamiento hermoso, amplio muy bien distribuidor, ambiente tranquilo y familiar lo repetiría mil veces mas
  
 
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   tyler kaufman 
 27 July 2026
 
 
  Our stay was absolutely incredible! The property was even more beautiful than the photos—immaculately clean, comfortable, and surrounded by stunning Costa Rican scenery. It had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our vacation, and the location was perfect for exploring the area. Karolina was an exceptional host from start to finish. She was warm, responsive, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a fantastic stay. Her local recommendations were excellent and made our trip even more memorable. If you’re looking for an amazing place to stay in Costa Rica with a host who truly cares about her guests, this is it. We can’t wait to come back.
  
 
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   Jaime 
 26 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Fabulous stay! Brittany was amazing. Went above and beyond to accommodate us. She communicated within minutes and provided excellent recommendations! The Chef made a cake to celebrate a birthday and it was delicious! Highly recommend all the services they offer. The location is just around the corner from everything! Of your thinking about booking at, I would 100% recommend it.
  
 
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   Alexander 
 25 July 2026
 
 
 Verified If you are looking for a nice and calm beach house, this would be the place! Beautiful black sand beach which massive waves! Lots of surfers out there! Definitely not a beach for little kids or people trying to play in the ocean. Pool is beautiful and the views from upstairs are great as well. Lots of parrots flying around and other wildlife. There are many restaurants about a mile away and you are about 4 miles from downtown Jaco if you are looking for night life. Overall very awesome!
  
 
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   Diwani 
 25 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Our hostess, Karolina was amazing! The airbnb was spacious, clean, easy to operate, and most of all cozy. All our questions were answered in a timely manner and we were so close to town, traveling back and forth was not issue. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
  
 
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   Roshe 
 20 July 2026
 
 
 Verified The staff was amazing! Brittany our host did an amazing job of communicating and providing an answer to any ask. We had a big group with a lot of moving pieces and she kept the details aligned to ensure a carefree vacation. The house keeping staff did an excellent job of keeping the place organized, no matter how early we were ip, the place was spotless.
  
 
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   Thomas 
 20 July 2026
 
 
 Verified This was an amazing stay! Everything was clean and prepared. The view is beautiful. Restaurants and activities are close. Gate security does a fantastic job. Karolina was the best host I’ve ever had. She set up all excursions and transportation. Extremely responsive, and even helped me after my ATV accident. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Ashay Kawli 
 15 July 2026
 
 
  
  
 
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   Kristel Adriana 
 14 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Absolutamente todo es como lo indica el anuncio, sin dudas volveríamos a hospedarnos en este lugar!
  
 
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   Nestor 
 13 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Buena ubicación, muy cómodo y atención oportuna. Recomendado
  
 
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   Cesar 
 12 July 2026
 
 
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   Juan Diego 
 12 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Excelente lugar ,la estadía fue genial
  
 
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   Viral 
 11 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Great stay. Felt safe. 2 mins from Main Street. Would stay there again and again.
  
 
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   Herman 
 11 July 2026
 
 
 Verified Bonita piscina
  
 
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   Akinyemi 
 9 July 2026
 
 
 Verified We had a fantastic stay and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The villa was beautiful, spacious, spotless, and perfect for our group. Everything was exactly as described, and the amenities made our trip even more enjoyable.A special mention goes to Brittany, who was incredibly accommodating throughout our stay. She was always available to answer any questions or help with any concerns, although we honestly had very few issues because everything was so well organised. Her communication, hospitality, and attention to detail really stood out and made us feel welcome from start to finish.We would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Costa Rica and wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Thank you for helping make our trip so memorable!
  
 
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   Laura 
 6 July 2026
 
 
 Verified We loved staying in the Jaco Bay Towers! The Penthouse was amazing and my large family of 15 was VERY comfortable. The pool was gorgeous and we liked being able to walk to town easily. Costa Rica Elite was so helpful and responded within minutes!
  
 
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   Michelle Hughes 
 5 July 2026
 
 
  We had an amazing experience with Costa Rica Elite and I would highly recommend them for anyone interested in traveling to Costa Rica!  Our extended family of 17 people (4 siblings and our families) stayed in an amazing house right on the beach in Jaco.  Karolina our concierge was absolutely fantastic -- I can't say enough good things about her!  She helped us organize several outings and activities, worked with us to bring in private chefs for a few meals (a total gamechanger!), recommended restaurants, coordinated transportation from the house to the airport for a few family members who needed to leave early, and checked in on us every day.  She was responsive, organized, efficient, truly kind, and helped make this a wonderful trip for our whole family.  The whole team -- Karolina, Walter the security guard, Vicki with housekeeping -- were wonderful to work with.
  
 
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   Casey 
 30 June 2026
 
 
 Verified Brittany and her team were great , I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.
  
 
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   Jacob 
 28 June 2026
 
 
 Verified Great stay! Love the more quiet location with a pool right near the beach!
  
 
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   Veronica 
 22 June 2026
 
 
 Verified Excelentes anfitriones
  
 
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   Brannon Yeldell 
 21 June 2026
 
 
  AMAZING experience all around! We had a group of 14, several 18yr old boys. The house was perfect, had A/C in every room, great pool and hot tub, right on the beach for lounging, surfing, local bars, restaurants and town all within walking distance. Karolina was the best host! She quickly responded and handled anything needed throughout the whole process. From recommendations, scheduling excursions to daily questions, couldn’t be happier! Would definitely stay with Costa Rica Elite again!
  
 
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   Kristin 
 21 June 2026
 
 
 Verified Perfect for a large group and multiple families.
  
 
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   Kevin 
 21 June 2026
 
 
 Verified By far one of the best Airbnb I have stayed in. Location was great. What made the Airbnb experience so good was Brittany our host. She checked on us everyday, coordinating transportation and excursions for our group. She was a pleasure to work with and she was super nice. Definitely would recommend to friends in the future.
  
 
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   Noel 
 15 June 2026
 
 
 Verified Great place to stay, awesome pool and hot tub..!!
  
 
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   Andrew 
 14 June 2026
 
 
 Verified This was an amazing location to host a boys trip. Special shout out to Walter and Brittany for being outstanding support throughout the stay. Would recommend this prime location to anyone.
  
 
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   Joseph 
 12 June 2026
 
 
 Verified Great place which is close to everything and is walkable. Only concern is the couches which were not in good shape, which needs to be replaced.
  
 
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   Marc Griner 
 7 June 2026
 
 
  Great place with plenty of room and very clean and organized! Karolina, our concierge hostess with the “mostest” was the best part! She went above and beyond to make our stay a blend of fun and relaxation! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Walid Adham 
 7 June 2026
 
 
  Great experience in Costa Rica. Our host Karolina was super attentive and took care of us perfectly!
  
 
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   Bailey Morrow 
 4 June 2026
 
 
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I cannot say enough about the outstanding customer service we received! My fiancé is currently staying there for his bachelor trip, and I decided at the last minute that I wanted to surprise him with some decorations. Despite the short notice, Brittany and her team went above and beyond to make it happen. Being on the other side of the world, I wasn't sure how smoothly everything would come together, but Brittany's communication, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail made the entire process effortless. The care and hospitality she showed throughout were truly exceptional. Thank you so much to Brittany and the entire team for helping create such a special surprise. I highly recommend them and am incredibly grateful for everything they did!
  
 
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   Drew Palacious 
 4 June 2026
 
 
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One of the best experiences I’ve ever had. The accommodations were exactly as described, but what truly made this stay exceptional was the outstanding hospitality. Shortly after booking, Brittany reached out with helpful information and took a genuine interest in our trip. Once she learned we were visiting Costa Rica for a bachelor party, she went above and beyond with recommendations for restaurants, activities, transportation, and excursions, even helping coordinate bookings and checking in throughout our stay. It felt like we had both a host and a concierge, which added an extra level of care and intentionality to the entire experience. Having worked in hospitality for over 12 years, I can confidently say the service was top-notch. Thank you to Elite Realty and Brittany for helping make our trip memorable. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Mike 
 3 June 2026
 
 
 Verified Overall, we had a good stay. The location was great and within walking distance to the strip, which made getting around very convenient. The host was very attentive, proactive, and quick to respond whenever we had questions or needed assistance.The property was mostly clean, though one of the bedrooms had an unpleasant odor upon arrival, and one of the curtains had fallen down before we checked in. Aside from those issues, the stay was comfortable and met our needs. We appreciated the host’s communication and hospitality throughout our visit.
  
 
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   Keon 
 2 June 2026
 
 
 Verified You get what you pay for. Premium villa with premium service. Brittany was a fantastic host, the house keepers and chef was great as well. Great location stepsnform the beach and right off the main strip. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
  
 
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   Luis 
 25 May 2026
 
 
 Verified The house is very nice and the communication with the host was excellent
  
 
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   Masood 
 25 May 2026
 
 
 Verified Great place. No issues
  
 
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   Yanki 
 24 May 2026
 
 
 Verified Absolutely amazing stay! The penthouse was beautiful, spotless, and the views from the 10th floor were unreal especially at sunset. The location was perfect, peaceful, and close to everything we needed. The host was responsive, professional, and made the whole experience smooth from check-in to check-out. The apartment itself felt luxurious, modern, and very comfortable. Waking up every morning overlooking Jaco was honestly unforgettable. Would 100% stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and upscale getaway.
  
 
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   Drew 
 24 May 2026
 
 
 Verified One of the best B&B experiences I’ve ever had.The accommodations were exactly as described, but what truly made this stay exceptional was the outstanding hospitality. Shortly after booking, Brittany reached out with helpful information and took a genuine interest in our trip. Once she learned we were visiting Costa Rica for a bachelor party, she went above and beyond with recommendations for restaurants, activities, transportation, and excursions, even helping coordinate bookings and checking in throughout our stay.It felt like we had both a host and a concierge, which added an extra level of care and intentionality to the entire experience.Having worked in hospitality for over 12 years, I can confidently say the service was top-notch. Thank you to Costa Rica Elite and Brittany for helping make our trip memorable. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Eddie 
 18 May 2026
 
 
 Verified This place was amazing for me and my party. The place looks just like the photos. The house host, Britney was amazing, Fast response, whatever we needed from local recommendation to local guides to airport transfers. She was ON POINT! The house has a security guard and a daily service lady. They were amazing ensuring our security and daily cleaning. I would 1000% recommend this Airbnb! Best one we ever stayed. We will return for sure!
  
 
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   Andrea 
 18 May 2026
 
 
 Verified Hicimos la reservación por una situación que estábamos teniendo en otro airbnb y nos urgía cambiarnos, a las 3 pm reservamos y a las 6 ya estábamos entrando, realmente el servicio para algo que fue tan rápido, fue excelente, la comunicación con Karolina super fluida y fácil, a pesar de la premura fue como si hubiéramos reservado con mucho tiempo de anticipación.El apartamento estaba super limpio, a un cuarto no le servía el aire acondicionado y en menos de 30 minutos ya estaba resuelto, la cocina impecable, todo estaba super ordenado y muy muy cómodo para tantas personas, éramos 11. Definitivamente nos volveríamos a quedar si volviéramos a planear ir a Jacó. De verdad agradecemos el servicio y la colaboración que tuvieron para que el check in y todo fuera tan fluido.
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