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At Casa Hakuna Matata, you're immersed in a tropical rainforest paradise just 150 meters from Playa Carrillo beach. Enjoy ocean breezes and views, an open space design with comfortable living areas, a unique pool courtyard surrounded by nature and monkeys overhead.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 83100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free villa has laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The villa has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this villa offers private pools and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Safety rules apply for children due to pool

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Puerto Carrillo, this villa is on the waterfront. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jungle Butterfly Farm and Safari Surf School. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Puerto Carrillo travel guide
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Playa Carrillo, Guanacaste Province

What's nearby

  • Couple walking towards sea, rear view
    Carrillo Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A view of the beach in samara, costa rica
    Samara Beach
    8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • The beautiful Playa Barrigona, Costa Rica
    Playa Barrigona
    31 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Guiones Beach
    Guiones Beach
    40 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Menschenleere Strand, Playa Pelada, Costa Rica
    Playa Pelada
    50 min drive - 38.9 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB)
    81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Las Olas Beach Club
    14 min drive
  • Sheriff Rustic
    13 min drive
  • Soda La Plaza
    8 min walk
  • Gusto Beach Club - Samara
    13 min drive
  • Roots Bakery & Café
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Carrillo Beach and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Samara Beach. Playa Camaronal and Playa Islita are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Stunning Oceanside Hidden Gem, an Unmatched Vacation Experience Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rican Paradise

Our family enjoyed our stay at Erik’s home. The home was immaculate. The. Views from the backyard were amazing. Erik and his staff were accommodating and available when we had questions. Our kids loved the tunnel in the pool. We loved our stay. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cabrina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

Our stay at Casa Hakuna Matata was so memorable. The hosts made everything so easy. The accommodations were extremely comfortable and the pool and ocean views were unlike anything I’ve experienced before. The people and restaurants were wonderful, and the local access to grocery stores provided everything we needed. We were able to horseback ride, deep sea fish and surf. It was such a great vacation. Our family be returning again as soon as we can
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded All Expectations

Hi Eric. Thank you for giving us the opportunity of enjoying your home. It exceeded all of our expectations! The sound of the surf, nights in the pool gazing at the stars, the comfort and beauty of your home, Carrillo beach (the best kept secret in Costa Rica), barbequing fish and hotdogs at the beach and finally your exceptional team who took such good care of us! Thank you! We will return. Five plus star rating. Bill and Julia
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

james b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay- highly recommended

We were two families of adults ranging in ages 18-60. Hakuna Matata was an outstanding place for us to stay. It had something for everyone in our group-- great pool that was the center of many of our afternoon activities after morning excursions swimming/morning walks along Playa Carrillo, surfing at nearby Playa Camarones with 3-5 foot waves, trips into Samara for food/farmer's market, and for me (a budding ornithologist) to sit nearby in the early am and identify and film amazing birds such as the motmot, Acari, green parrot, and monkeys. I have been fortunate to stay in many vacation homes and this is my top 2 for house pools. The house itself was great. Kitchen was well equipped and we cooked breakfast and dinners most of the time as two of our party really enjoy cooking (we got great ingredients at fair prices from the Saturday farmer's market which starts at 7am--- not 8am). each main room had its own AC which was needed as it is hot in this part of Costa Rica. Wifi was quite good and used by some in our party as remote work was necessary. There were boogie boards, chairs, and umbrellas which made heading out to the beach comfortable and enjoyable. We had an issue with a door knob and Fred showed up quickly and remedied the issue. Highly recommend Hakuna Matata--- great location, great amenities, at the end of a quiet street in Playa Carrillo area, walkable to the beach but it is a trek down a hill and up a hill. Great for beach goers, splendid sunset seekers....
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional property, great host, outstanding maid service.

The home is very unique, special and very well appointed. The pool, ocean views, gardens, jungle and overall experience are truly 5 star! Every aspect of our stay was more than we could have asked for. Carrillo beach is one of the top 5 beaches in Costa Rica. Thank you Erik, Flor, Fred, Efrim and team!!
Stayed 45 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unforgettable view

The PM Fred and owner Erik were both great. The pool, views and wildlife in the yard are all unforgettable. Beautiful jungle pathway just up the road down to the port where you can snorkel (depending on the tide) and collect shells with the kids. Casa Hakuna Matada is a magical place and we would like to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022