We provide private cabin and B&B style accommodations on a beautiful river only 500 meters from the beach. Our cafeteria/restaurant offers all-natural, locally-sourced Costa Rican dishes, and fresh-roasted coffee straight from our sustainability project in the mountains of Tarrazu.
Lon Pargos Main Road, Playa Negra 12345 Costa Rica
Corazon de Los Pargos
25 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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This is a must stop on your CR trip through Guanacaste. Unfortunately we didn’t know they had rooms we could have stayed in, but we did frequent the cafe throughout our trip. The people who work here are truly passionate about their craft. It is an absolute treat to watch them bake, create, and brew! They are all so friendly and make the yummiest treats and best coffee on the coast!! I love finding a good cafe when I travel and this one is among the best in the world!! Thank you!!! We can’t wait to come back and stay for Sunday-funday bbq next time!!
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Date of stay: April 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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Corazon de los pargos was definitely a great place with an even better restaurant. I will definitely stay here again on my next visit. Jon the owner is a great genuine guy and his place is one of a kind!
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Date of stay: December 2016Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Where do I start? Corazón de Los Pargos is the perfect little beach retreat. Stayed here a few nights in December right when they opened. I'm a coffee brat so I need the best coffee in town every where I go. And luckily this spot has the best organic coffee because Jon (owner dude) treks all over Costa Rica to get the best stuff. He personally sources and gets coffee roasted from small farmers who are sustainable farming.
The cabanita my girlfriend and I stayed in was perfect and super close to the beach. It had all that we needed and was set amongst the trees. We woke up to the sounds of the jungle in the mornings and made our way to the cafe for coffee and breakfast before our adventures.
We enjoyed our stay very much and were sad to leave. We can't wait to come back again and visit.
(We also bought bags of coffee to take home. A must!)
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Date of stay: December 2016Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Dec 22, 2016
Thanks Sasan! So nice to have you here, sharing your positive vibes. Look forward to seeing you again soon, hermano.
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Corazon de Los Pargos is the sweetest spot in Los Pargos only about 500 meters from the beach. The walk to the beach is pleasant and safe. The coffee is the best we had in all of Costa Rica and the breakfast is really delicious too. I loved the tipico breakfast, smoothies and acai bowl. Jon, the business owner, is a sweetheart and will give you great tips on surf spots and other fun things to do nearby. We stayed in a cute and tranquil cabanita. They also have smaller rooms for rent right above the coffee shop. The ambiance and decor is super cute with a rustic jungle vibe. Overall, a perfect spot for surfers and travelers who lone great coffee and yummy breakfast!
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Date of stay: December 2016Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Dec 22, 2016
Thank you, Linet! So glad you enjoyed the time here and the coffee. Have a great time on the rest of your trip.
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The cafe's recent addition of BBQ chicken and ribs is primo! We had the 1/2 chicken option with fries, slaw and sauces and it was more than enough for two; and, Gluten Free! Great staff, location and vibe. Terrific spot for after a morning surf session.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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This is a great little coffee house that serves delicious food and coffee, with an easy-going atmosphere that matches Playa Negra's laid-back vibe. There's also a B&B but we didn't stay there so I can't comment on that part. During our first visit we were told that we could learn about coffee roasting, so we booked with Jon, and had a great time learning all about coffee: from truly Eco-friendly production and harvest, to a hands-on coffee roasting lesson, complete with the beautiful results in a bag to take home. Can't wait to taste my own brew! Would absolutely recommend!
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Room Tip:Â The b&b has an conditioned room available.
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Response from jonehtessabian, Owner at Corazon de Los Pargos
Responded Feb 15, 2019
Pura vida! we are all O.Ne
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The room and amenities were as advertised. We found the place to be perfect for our needs. Three brothers looking for a place to base out of while we surfed, fished, and found many adventures. Los Pargos was a terrific spot to not feel like we were in a tourist place but actually experience Costa Rica living. We found a Rodeo to attend and a guide for a snorkeling trip. Jon was a great host, eager to help us find interesting things to explore. I would highly recommend Corazon.
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Date of stay: February 2018
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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We recently stayed for a week in the Teak Cabina at Corazon de Los Pargos. It was just as represented in the pics. The cabina was clean and comfortable and was located in a quiet, secluded spot on Jon's property yet has easy access to his coffee shop to enjoy a wonderful cup of Jon's java and some great conversation in the morning before venturing out for the day. Jon was a fabulous host ... kind, respectful and accommodating at all times. We enjoyed many great conversations and left Los Pargos feeling as if we had made a wonderful new friend. If you're looking for a more local, true Costa Rican experience off the beaten track then we highly recommend you spend time at Corazon de Los Pargos. It is, as the name suggests, the Heart of Los Pargos largely due to the fact that Jon has put his heart and soul into his place to make it so. Pura Vida!
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Date of stay: January 2018
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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CORAZON de los Pargos is awesome. If you are in the area, stop by to say hi to Johnny & Joey, cool people. My buddy and I were just driving by, never had heard about the property, but something pulled us in- Positive Vibes - we rented a room and met wonderful travelers. For those of you that want to stay or eat at a great location, do not look any further.
Do Miss your chance visit this awesome spot in Playa Negra.
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Date of stay: May 2017
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Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Costa RicaProvince of GuanacastePlaya Negra
NUMBER OF ROOMS
3
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