I'm from NY so I thought the prices were ridiculously cheap. You can definitely stay elsewhere for cheaper, but here you get a clean, safe (they even have a night watchman), comfortable room with a pool, mini fridge and the best pancakes I've ever had (seriously- you have to order the banana/chocolate). The breakfast is complimentary and you can have... More

This hotel is located on the corner of a block that overlooks the main church in town. Only a couple of blocks from main bars, restaurants, shops etc and about 4 blocks from the beach. American owner was really helpful and made every effort to make sure we were happy. Breakfast was included and a good standard. Free tea and... More

I have visited this hotel four times, since 2001. The last visit was in November 2011 and I will be coming back for sure. The hotel is located in a quiet neighbourhood, has big clean rooms with good bathrooms and the staff and American owner are very friendly and helpful. I like it especially because it is an excellent deal.... More

We will be back at the Villa Isabella for the fourth time in January. We love it here. Amazing breakfasts (thanks Mike) just lovely times lazing on the front porch in a hammock, great rooms (we stay in condo 1A). And the place is run by two humanitarians. Ask Jane, one of the owners, to tell you about all the... More

There are literally scores of places to stay in this great beach town, ranging from bare minimum hostels to a top notch resort. I've stayed in many of them over the years. Villa Isabella is definitely in the top 5% with regard to amenities, but it beats them all for value. It offers hotel rooms and 1 or 2 bedroom... More

My husband, son and I spent 3 nights at Hotel Villa Isabella in July and we were very satisfied with the accommodations. The first room that Mike (the owner) showed us was not quite spacious enough for the three of us so he moved us into another, bigger room without any problem at all. The complimentary breakfast each morning is... More

A return visit to Villa Isabella finds improvements including a new kitchen, larger lobby area, and a Vonage phone for calls to the US and Canada. Earlier improvements added a pool, dining area, and wifi. The staff continues to be friendly and attentive. Breakfast continues to be delicious. Although mostly Spanish-speaking, the staff is accustomed to English-speaking guests and is... More

With a young family, you are always looking for child friendly accomodation and we found it in Villa Isabella. Kids always insist on staying there and on chocolate pancakes for breakfast... More

From the moment we stepped onto the veranda with its elegant yet comfortable array of rattan rocking chairs and hammocks nestled in the lush, tropical garden setting we felt safe, happy, and secure. My mom and I were taking a brief 72 hour trip out of our home in Costa Rica to fulfill the visa requirement of leaving the country... More