Located in Cabo Velas, Villas Kalei is in a national park and near the beach. Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Diamante Eco Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grande Beach and Tamarindo Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Monkey Park. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby. Visit our Playa Grande travel guide
Del Restaurante Cafe del Pueblo, 200 Metros Norte, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308
What's nearby
Grande Beach
7 min drive - 3.2 km
Las Baulas National Marine Park
7 min drive - 3.2 km
Conchal Beach
29 min drive - 10.8 km
Tamarindo Beach
46 min drive - 18.8 km
Flamingo Beach
48 min drive - 19.4 km
Getting around
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
78 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Brisa Mar
23 min drive
Rural
19 min drive
Nari
23 min drive
Tamaonda
23 min drive
Agua Salada
22 min drive
About this property
Villas Kalei
Hotel near Grande Beach
Located close to Tamarindo Beach, Villas Kalei provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Beach towels, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as furnished patios and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
Separate dining areas, eco-friendly cleaning products, and communal kitchens
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
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Built in 2019
Communal living room
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Blender
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Separate dining area
Shared kitchen access
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Toaster oven
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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CRC 33
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for CRC 10.0 per stay
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: CRC 33 (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Housekeeping fee: CRC 22 per stay
Crib (infant bed) fee: CRC 10.0 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - Guanacaste
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Property is also known as
Villas Kalei Hotel Playa Grande
Villas Kalei Hotel
Villas Kalei Playa Grande
Villas Kalei Playa Grande
Villas Kalei Hotel
Villas Kalei Cabo Velas
Villas Kalei Hotel Cabo Velas
Frequently asked questions
Does Villas Kalei have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–10:00 PM.
Is Villas Kalei pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Villas Kalei?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of CRC 33 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Villas Kalei?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Villas Kalei located?
Situated in a national park, this hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Grande Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tamarindo Beach and Monkey Park. Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Flamingo Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Reviews
Villas Kalei Reviews
10
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I absolutely loved how nice the owners were; so inviting. The grounds are amazing; gorgeous, clean, great flow. The glass bungalows are breathtakingly beautiful. I can’t believe we found this place. It is definitely a 10/10. Claudette & Lorraine
Expectations were perfectly amazing ! Everything well taken care of .. on point welcoming and perfectly endless vacation .. thank you for the hospitality.. Recomendable to all
We could not have imagined a better place to stay on our trip to Costa Rica. The owners of Villas Kalei were extremely kind humans who truly cared about their guests and their experience. The property itself is gorgeous and a perfect mix of private and communal. There are a family of monkeys who are extremely fun to watch climb at the tops of the trees. Villas Kalei is also walking distance to amazing restaurants and the beach! You will not be disappointed with this property and the service you receive here! A must stay!
Villas Kalei are so beautiful and we loved everything about it! Beautiful touches in the rooms, excellent food close by and very peaceful. Very close to playa grande which was our favorite beach to hang out. The owners are so kind and very helpful in recommending places for food/activities. Definitely recommend for a relaxing getaway. There’s also a group of monkeys that hang out in the trees around the property so that was fun to see. Hope we will be back!
I informed Jeisha and Marcos that I typically only leave reviews if my experience is really good or really bad.
My experience on their property was WAY better than I expected. I thought the pictures were cute but honestly the instant I stepped on the property I knew I made a good decision. The property was very stylish, very clean, good location, and the owners were SUPER PERSONABLE. I felt very comfortable on the property and enjoyed having some time to speak with them both. A part of me doesn’t want to share any info because I want it to be “my place” that I stay when I’m in CR. However, this place needs to be applauded. No complaints outside of the fact that I only spent a few days. I’ll be back for sure. Thanks Marcos and Jeisha.
Wonderful cozy place to stay in Playa Grande. Clean rooms/cabins with nice design touches (outdoor shower, big sliding doors that open up the rooms). It’s a newer property so everything is in new condition. Just 4 cabins on the property. Pool was great! Jeisha and Marcos are such kind, welcoming hosts. Close to the beach for daily surfing and near a few great local spots like Pots and Bowls, Casa Inti, and a gym. Stay here if you’re visiting Playa Grande!
This place is absolutely gorgeous! Very unique. Loved the way the grounds were laid out with every villa having a private mini yard/place to sit outside with hammock and outdoor shower! Very peaceful. The shared grounds were very well kept up.
We loved the shared kitchen and that it was outside. Again, very unique!
The owners were so very pleasant and welcoming and shared their knowledge of the area and recommended places to see and based on their recommendation of a tour company, with a few emails, all our excursions were taken care of.
If you stay here, you should have a car. While you can certainly walk to places near by, there isn't really a town. It was our first time in the country and I was nervous about driving so did not get a car. After being there, it was my only regret.
This is a place to stay if you prefer your vacations to be away from the hustle and bustle of crowds and a lot of people.
My 12 yr old daughter and I had 3 blissful days and nights at the Villas Kalei. The design of the Villas, the selection of furniture, the comfortable linens, mattresses...it looked and felt like we were staying in the pages of a travel and design magazine. We spent time in the beautiful pool, prepared meals and played cards in the communal kitchen/dining area, and just relaxed in the villa, which had great air conditioning as well as ceiling fans. Lighting makes a huge difference, and the interior and exterior lighting of the property makes it feel warm, welcome and safe, even in the dark of night. We loved the rose quartz lamp in our Kawai villa.
Bathrooms were wonderful, with an indoor and outdoor shower; river rock and polished concrete materials made it seem like a spa.
The owners, Jeisha and Marcos, built a special hotel property that reflect an elegant, family oriented lifestyle. We did not have a car, but I was able to take yoga classes each day at the yoga studio a 7 minute walk away, and we dined at nearby restaurants and even had delicious Thai food delivered one night!
If you are planning a visit to Guanacaste, put this gem of a place on your radar. You will not regret it!
we recently took our first big family vacation (minus our toddler) to CR. My husband and I wanted locations that were comfortable for the kids, didn’t feel like a generic, oversized resort, and that were close to the beach! My husband researches locations like crazy and we ended up wanting to stay near Playa Grande. Everything he showed me was so boring and not authentic. The second he brought up the page to Villa Kalei I was SO excited! The photos online, though nice, don’t do it justice. We immediately felt so welcomed. Jeisha and Marcos were beyond hospitable and helpful. They spent a lot of time patiently sharing the best recommendations - they never seemed bothered or rushed. They were so personable. We saw an iguana, howler monkeys, lounged in the pool, and LOVED the showers. Plus after a long day at the beach the clean and cool room was perfect. Our room fit myself, my 6”2 hubby and our two teenager kids so comfortably- it was so spacious! The whole Having a kitchen outside was wonderful too, especially as I have dietary restrictions that can make eating out difficult. it’s so close to so many beaches, just the perfect home base to check out a TON of the most gorgeous beaches! All in all, wonderful atmosphere, a safe setting, lots of interesting nature, fantastic hosts who are beyond welcoming, and some super interesting villas to rest and relax in! We could not recommend Villas Kalei enough - thank you so much for having us, Jeisha and Marcos!
Villas Kalei is a spectacular property. The owners, Jeisha and Marco's superb aesthetic, attention to every detail, and hospitality are unforgettable. You will love it - and them.
We had a perfect stay at villas Kalei. Everything about this place was amazing. Very quiet and secluded, but also a few minutes walk to a nearby restaurant, a convenient store and about 15 minutes walk ( 2 mins drive ) to playas grande (beach). The rooms in the private villas are very beautiful and spacious. The outdoor shower was also a plus. Waking up everyday with an amazing view of nature was breathtaking.
Our hosts Jeisha and Marcos were excellent and made us feel welcomed.
We stayed at Villas Kalei for three nights, and we enjoyed every minute there.
The athmosphere, the area, the villas (which were way beyond our expectations) and the hosts. We felt so welcome and safe the whole time.
Amazing place! Pictures do not do it justice. Brand new. Probably the best place I've stayed in Costa Rica. Everything was constructed as a person would want to have as an inviting home.
Jeisha and Marcos are amazing and so cordial.
My stay at Villa Kalei was amazing. It is an absolutely beautiful place in an amazing location to see amazing beaches and Costa Rican treasures like hot springs, waterfalls, etc. Jeisha and Marcos are wonderful hosts. They greeted us warmly on arrival even tho we arrived quite late. They were available during our stay to offer advice on our outings, point us toward the best beaches, restaurants, etc. They even arranged a boat cruise one evening.
The villas was stunning. There are 4 homes on the property. Ours was modern, immaculate, and well appointed. We even had a private outdoor shower. The photos don’t do it justice. The pool was lovely, and we took a dip each morning before we headed to the beach, and after dinner before bed. It was quiet and peaceful.
I traveled alone with my two teen daughters. I felt very safe and taken care of the whole time. Jeisha and Marcos have something very special at Villas Kalei. I hope you gonand experience it!