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The Red Palm Villas: Traveler Reviews

Santa Teresa main road, Santa Teresa 90248, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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New York City, New York
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“The nicest place to stay in Santa Teresa”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2013

I did an exhaustive amount of working trying to find the ideal place to stay in Santa Teresa and after staying at Red Palm (Honeymoon Suite) and being in town I can say this is the best place to stay in Santa Teresa. My wife and I and two children (6 and 9) were in town for a wedding and had a blast. The people working at Red Palm were very nice and accommodating.The package included surf lessons and a guided nature walk (the guys at Olingo were great). The beach is beautiful and what blew us away was how great the cuisine was in Santa Teresa. They keep things quite simple and fruits and fish were extraordinary. Breakfast next door (included) at Milerepa was very good (although a little slow but no worries). Red Palm is on the north (quiet) side of town.. near Florblanca and some others. Seems like this is where all the higher end places to stay. You definitely need an ATV or car to get around. we had two ATV's and the kids had an absolute blast riding with us. The only issue to be aware of is that it is VERY dusty on the roads.. they water some of them down but it was dry season and the roads are not paved. There are a number of markets any many good restaurants. Our favorite was Brisas Del Mar and I would recommend also going to a local Costa Rican "soda" to try traditional Costa Rican cuisine which is quite good. Santa Teresa has more of a American/European vibe than traditional costa rican town as they are drawn to the fantastic surfing and beaches. I recommend you DO NOT drive to the Nicoya pensinsula as the roads are super sketchy. Best was to go is fly Sansa (which owned by a big airline) to Tambor and get a taxi (or have someone pick you up) and drive you to Santa Teresa

Back to the honeymoon suite it was well appointed especially when you think you literally are so far away from a major city, they had a huge quasi outdoor shower, the main bedroom is air conditioned and quiet. If you sleep upstairs it is much louder (jungle noises birds etc) but the ocean waves drowns some of that sound away. Interestingly, we were adopted by the two red palms dogs (Cisco and ?) and they would follow us around to lunch and breakfast and they were very sweet with my children (and even better they barked at anyone they strayed into red palms. On that note we felt very safe there I think the main thing to worry about is petty theft of small items when you are out on the beach but again we felt very safe and secure at Red Palm (which frankly was a concern for me before arriving).

I also recommend heading up to Playa Hermosa (about a 5-10 minute drive).. beautiful huge beach with generally mellower waves. The surf lessons and nature tour were great, Red Palm was great, and Costa Rica in general blew us and our kids away with all the potential activities, great food or just an opportunity to chillax on the beach! Highly recommended!

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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USA
1 review
“A Great Honeymoon Location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2013

The Red Palm Villas is surely the best honeymoon location. My husband and I visited the place last January, 2 days after our marriage in New Jersey, and spent 10 days in the hotel. Well, it was honestly a gift from my husband. He had experienced visiting Costa Rica before, thus, he wanted me to experience how breathtaking the place is. At first, I was quite having second thoughts because I have never heard about Costa Rica's beauty. We even had a fight as I really wanted to visit Europe. He told me that I will surely love the place as soon as we arrive, and yes, indeed, because when I checked out the picture by visiting their site and trip advisor before booking, I was already fascinated and became excited about the trip. I am not really into nature, but when I saw how God created this paradise, I definitely looked forward to the trip.
It was indeed a fun experience as they have provided us various activities such as horseback riding, snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing and some trips in the nearby forests. We even spent a day on the spa and had a relaxing massage. I love each meal as they served us fresh seafoods (yummm!) I can say that The Red Palm Villas value their clients well which is why they always ensure that everyone will enjoy the place... And honestly, I fell in love with this great hotel. I hope we could revisit the place once again, and be able to receive the best services they have given us. I hope they could maintain the place as it is really splendid!
Definitely, all the other guests left honest reviews. I would certainly suggest this hotel to my relatives and friends who would like to have a relaxing vacation. Thank you The Red Palm Villas for such a wonderful experience. I hope you will continue providing the 5-star services we have experienced.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ontario's Highlands, Canada
1 review
“Treated Like Royalty”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2013

If you are like me you have become a little skeptical of hotels and resorts whose reviews just seem too good! So it was with some apprehension that we arrived at The Red Palm Villas. The good news is that it is all that that the reviewers say it is. Set in tranquil and beautiful gardens surrounded by nature, flowers, wildlife, and on maybe one of the best beaches left in the world today
The villa's, and the staff make the Red Palms a special place. My wife and I were there celebrating my 60th birthday, everything was done to make it a truly memorable occasion. The dinner prepared by Chef Torsten, the birthday decorations prepared by staff were just fantastic. The discreet but detailed service was all that you could want with a sense of fun thrown in at no charge. The Red Palm Villas allows you to feel the Costa Rica culture while supported by all the comforts that we deem necessary. A truly special place and well worth it.
In one sentence, I must say the experience is beyond outstanding. It definitely competes at the level of any outstanding resort, but at a price point that is much lower. Lewcreshia, Sandra and Josefina. were courteous and always thought ahead anticipating our every need. They arranged for private drivers and private tours that were all excellent. They were always there to meet us immediately upon our return to the resort. I just can't say enough about their thoroughness and professionalism and thoughtfulness. The breakfast next door and the pool was perfect for us, lots of authentic touches and all of the luxury conveniences you would ever want. As for the grounds, they are stunning and extremely well maintained. I couldn't believe how all the staff knew your name and greeted you wherever they saw you. It is all of the small things that make you really feel that this place is special. From the private dinner on our open patio facing the beach to the Villa, everything beat our expectations. We went to all 4 restaurants next to the hotel, they were all great in their own rights, not one bad meal the entire time we were there. This place has only 3 villas and a few nice apartments or suites, it’s very exclusive and private so it never seems busy and you rarely see people other than occasionally at the beach or the reception. We without a thought or hesitation recommend this resort to families or honeymooners, it’s a perfect place to go, relax, have a great experience on maybe the best beach in the world, one word GO!
Our compliments to a brilliantly designed and authentic property. We'll be back for sure!



Room Tip: Get the Honeymoon Villa, the views and villa are perfect in every detail
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Francisco, California
1 review
“The Best By Far”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

We stayed 6 nights in January and after 7 visits to Costa Rica this is the best hotel we have stayed. Thank you to Mike and his wonderful staff who welcomed us and looked after us. Our personal customer service representative Josefina was the most wonderful person you would want to look after you. Nothing was too much for her. Every night Josefina would check on us to make sure everything was ok. The villa was just beautiful, the views were breathtaking as they say and everyone raves about, the restaurants, service and location is excellent. The grounds are the most beautifully kept that I have seen. The large red palm trees are fantastic and I thank Ramone the head gardener for taking me on that tour. The mini bar came in handy as did their daily offer to fetch things we needed from the market every day. We would definitely stay again and definitely recommend you to stay at this lovely resort. Thank you again to Mike and all his wonderful staff.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Austin, Texas
1 review
“Top of the line – gorgeous beach property”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013

We were three girlfriends on holiday in Santa Teresa and at least 5 times a day we would comment on how wonderful the resort was and how it just felt like home but a million times nicer. This resort is incredible and right on the beach. You can venture to all of the beautiful beaches that are at most a 10-45 minute drive away.

The pool next door where we had our breakfast was quiet and nice with a great ocean view. There were daily activities that were not cheesy like some resorts, all the tours we did were private, no other guests, it was upscale and very high quality. We made friends with Lacreshia (sp?), she's charming, beautiful and very peasant to be around. I practiced sunrise yoga with one of the resort dogs Seba, it was blissfully relaxing on their personal yoga decks just in front of the beach. Josefina at the front desk is very helpful and easy to talk to. The guys we took surf classes helped us find excellent snorkeling and beaches to check out. 
The villa we rented was spectacular. I have stayed in some nice places but this exceeded all of my expectations. We chose the resort because of the kitchen in each room. We wanted to cook our own meals and not spend money on resort food. This was the perfect way to go since Santa Teresa is sleepy and if you want to eat late you might have a hard time finding a good place that's open. The kitchen had everything you could need to cook a gourmet meal and we tried out almost everything. Not only is it well stocked but it's nice stuff, nothing cheap. There was nothing cheap about this).
The bedrooms and bathroom were big, beautiful and oh so comfortable. Free wireless internet was a little slow one day but the rest of the time is was lightening fast. The mini bar was full of goodies and they allow you to stock your kitchen with whatever you want for far less from a market, the best of both worlds. 
Overall the resort is something special and I would stay here again. You could conceivably stop at the grocery store on your way from the airport and not leave the resort for a week because it's so well planned.
Enjoy!

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Red Palm Villas Hotel
Red Palm Villas Hotel Santa Teresa
The Red Palm Villas Costa Rica/Santa Teresa
Address: Santa Teresa main road, Santa Teresa 90248, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Santa Teresa
Amenities:
Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Romantic Hotels in Santa Teresa
#3 Family Hotels in Santa Teresa
#9 On the Beach Hotels in Santa Teresa
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
On the beach, private, awesome views, #1 honeymoon villas and suites, full service.A 24 hour front desk.Daily housekeeping included in the room rate.Private bathroom for each unit.If there is a minimum-stay requirement, it must be no more than 3 nights. ... more   less 

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