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Rancho Pacifico: Traveler Reviews

1 Rancho Pacifico Road, Uvita, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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1 review
“Fantastic Honeymoon!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013 via mobile

From beginning to end the stay at Rancho Pacifico was fanstastic. The resort is beautiful every detail was considered when putting this place together. This was the last stop on our honeymoon, it was the perfect place to end our honeymoon and relax before returning to the real world.

We had the pleasure of staying in the treehouse which was beautiful, the first evening the staff served us dinner on our private balcony. The next two days we spent relaxing by the pool eating and drinking. Alex the executive chef was accomidating and created great dishes every meal was wonderful. The entire 25 person staff all were wonderful and each one of them played an important role in making our stay there so memorable!

The views from so high up of the whales tale and the ocean were great, if bored, the walk to the waterfall was the perfect mixture of beauty and adventure.

Our stay was perfect, we are already trying to figure out when we can return.

Thanks for such an amazing honeymoon!

Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
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“Suggestions to improve almost perfection”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013 via mobile

Lounge chairs around the pool and on the villa decks are not user friendly...indeed uncomfortable
$50 charge to be brought to and from the closest local beach or into town seems excessive for a fifteen minute ride and should be built into the resort package if too expensive for the resort to absorb
Suggest to guests a car rental if they plan to dine elsewhere or explore the area since doing it by cab is unrealistic re the $
Small points but it would make a big difference

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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GKMONTANA, Owner at Rancho Pacifico, responded to this review
January 20, 2013
Thank you very much for expressing your enjoyment for Rancho Pacifico, including considering our overall costs to be fair -- and for sharing your suggestions. We have actually just this week changed the seating options near the main pool to include a cabana area equipped with comfortable sofas, chairs and ottomans. Thus far it has been a welcomed addition for spreading out and relaxing in a living room like setting while gazing at our spectacular vistas. The other chairs being referred to are high quality anti-gravity chairs that we have employed for 5 years with excellent feedback. Of course we are not 100% pleased that you did not agree and hope the inconvenience was small. There are by the way alternative outdoor chairs in the TreeHaus that could have been substituted - or other seating that could have happily been made available upon request.

As far as the transportation charge......that was not a cost to the local beach but rather to a more distant area for which the local taxis charge $100. We consistently charge less for private and comfortable transportation than the local alternatives. But you are correct, for some a rental car is a very good choice.
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Modesto, CA
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The fab 5 go to RP”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2013

Let me say that I am lucky to call this place my home away from home. I have visited this property 9 times, and each time it gets better! The staff, the food, view, villas, are all amazing! Thank you to the folks at RP for always making our trips feel so wonderful.
My favorite time is early morning, hearing the monkeys, drinking coffe and admiring the view of the whales tail.

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  • 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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Ocean, NJ
2 reviews
“Costa Rica”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2012

A bit of heaven can be found here at Rancho Pacifico. Everything from the spectacular location, the inviting accommodations, and the outstanding meals to the wonderfully attentive staff and owners make your stay an unforgettable vacation memory. If you are looking for a place that is unique and relaxing RP is it. We miss it already and will return again.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Most beatiful place I have ever been!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 8, 2012 via mobile

The drive up the hill to RP is definitely an adventure but the oasis at the end is worth every minute. The staff make it their goal to learn your name and address your personally. The food was stupendous. A great balance of local dishes as well as fine dining. No matter where you stand, sit or sleep at RP, there is not a bad view. One thing I truly admired was the surrounding plants and trees were incorporated within the layout, it really gave the feeling if an untouched jungle. Like the land was being respected in all the building plans. I hope to return very soon.

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Rancho Pacifico Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Hotel Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Costa Rica/Uvita
Address: 1 Rancho Pacifico Road, Uvita, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Uvita
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Uvita
#2 Family Hotels in Uvita
#2 On the Beach Hotels in Uvita
Price Range: $$$$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Rancho Pacifico - Where Style meets Nature and the Rainforest meets the sea. Member - Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Deluxe Villas, Suites, & TreeHaus', Jungle Spa, Private Preserve and secluded beaches. Spectacular ocean views and spacious privacy in Costa Rica's last best place. World Travel Award Triple Nominee - Leading Boutique and Leading Green Hotel, Central and Latin America, 6 consecutive years. ... more   less 
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