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Hotel Villas Gaia

3.0 of 5
Playa Tortuga Costa Rica, Playa Tortuga, Costa Rica
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Zomergem, Belgium
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

I think of Hotel Villas Gaia as a little paradise on the Southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. It was the most likable we've been to. The people who work there are very friendly, especially the owners, a Dutch couple. The restaurant has very nice typical food served with care. It's also open every day and from early till late.... More

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Wageningen, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Of all the hotels we've seen in Costa Rica, this was the most fantastic one. The location on the Southern Pacific Coast is great. From here we explored the whole region: Corcovado, the mangroves from Rio Terraba, Isla del Cano and many more places.The staff was very helpful to organize the trips (even when we changed plans). We loved our... More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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24 reviews 24 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

The room was very basic but it did have an air conditioner! The bed was also comfortable. The porch had a great view...we stayed in villa 12. The food at the restaurant was very good. The included breakfast made it a great value. We enjoyed being in the forest and watching the monkeys play in the tree tops.

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Tambor, Costa Rica
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

We stayed at Hotel Villas Gaia for one night while in the area. It was "okay". The grounds arre nice. The woman who greeted us and took us to the room who I think was the owner seemed to be speaking by rote. She seemed tired or like she wished she was somewhere else. Then we were told that we... More

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VillasGaia, Propietario at Hotel Villas Gaia, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Dear guest, I am sorry to read that you were disappointed with the expected view. Your room is the most wanted one of the hotel as it has some view from your balcony. Hotel Villas Gaia does not promote itself as having ocean views from the rooms. All casitas/rooms are nestled in a jungle setting (see our website) The ocean... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2013

I am only now getting around to writing this... and quite surprised at the negative experience Riah M had... since we a) loved it; b) thought it matched the website expectations; c) stayed for 8 days. Staff, particularly in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner, were friendly, helpful and attentive. Food was outstanding; fruit and coffee at breakfast were standouts,... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

We stayed three nights at Villas Gaia. The room was nice and very clean. We had a great view into the rainforest and saw both capuchin monkeys and iguanas on our first morning. The staff is really friendly and helpful in all respects. The hotel offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and free wifi in the restaurant. Playa Tortuga is in walking... More

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Rimbey, Canada
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3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2013

We stayed at Hotel Villas Gaia for 2 nights in February and were very happy with our casita. In addition, we received great service and the food in the restaurant was delicious. We spent a lot of time in the pool and really enjoyed the setting. We especially enjoyed seeing white-faced capuchins by the pool one morning. They were shy... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2013 via mobile

It's ok not to give extra for the price you paid, but if they promise somethig to give an then they just take it back after you pay it's not good at all, everything else was not really bad. So If you are looking something cheap, basic salks, dont care about service... you wont have any problem here..... BTW DON'T... More

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Destin, Florida
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7 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

Villas Gaia is perfect for those who want the very basics....like a bed and shower. Ours did not have air conditioning. However, if you're out for the experience of the forest setting you'll love the Villas Gaia. I must admit the folks here are quite helpful and very pleasant. The food is very good and reasonably priced. No internet in... More

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Toronto, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2013

did not stay here but the lunch and terrace was lovely! The chicken in curry and pineapple was delicious- the service and cleanliness quite high by CR standards. We did not stay here but had a look at the pool...looked like a nice place to stay near Playa Tortuga

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Additional Information about Hotel Villas Gaia

Also Known As:
Hotel Villas Gaia Costa Rica/Playa Tortuga
Address: Playa Tortuga Costa Rica, Playa Tortuga, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Osa Peninsula > Playa Tortuga
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 B&Bs / Inns in Playa Tortuga
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hotel Villas Gaia offers a home base to experience the wild beauty of Costa Rica's southwest Pacific coast. One of the most biologically diverse regions on the earth. Strategic location on the new scenic coastal road. Convenient access to Ballena Marine National Park, Caño Island Biological reserve, Corcovado National Park and the most extensive mangrove ecosystem of Central America. Hotel Villas Gaia is 12 colorful bungalows (casitas) separately nestled in a jungle setting offering privacy and comfort. ... more   less 
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