200 Meters Before Town, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca 70403 Costa Rica
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#21 of 171 Specialty lodging in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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The Door is Always Open at Kaya's Place... Kaya's Place is a 26 room lodge on the stunning Black Beach in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. Built in the Afro-Caribbean "Rustico" style, the hotel is artistic and unique. Local woods and materials have been used in their natural state, making each room different and beautiful. Every space you encounter will be a pleasurable experience. The sound of the waves is always in the background, soothing and tranquil, guaranteed to take you away from the stress of everyday life. Inside the hotel, you will find many places to relax. The reception area is more like a living room, with a gigantic sofa, television, people to chat with and view of the ocean. The large deck upstairs has a wonderful ocean view with hammocks and sofas - perfect for reading or taking a siesta. In the back, gardens line the walkway, filled with local plants and flowers. A covered sitting area in the garden offers another opportunity to meet and enjoy the company of others while you stay with us. Our restaurant is spacious and open with view of the ocean and a small creek with fish, water lilies, crab and other water life. Located in Puerto Viejo on the Caribbean Coast, the area is blessed with natural beauty in the form of dense jungle with impressive flora and fauna and some of the world's most beautiful beaches. Kaya's Place is part of the growing eco-tourism industry that supports the preservation of almost 2 million square meters of primary rainforest. Taxes from this industry support the many national reserves and efforts to maintain the natural resources. We are dedicated to preserving these resources while sharing it with all the people that come to know this amazingly beautiful part of Costa Rica. Our recent renovation of Kaya's Place was completed with the same philosophy. No lumber or materials were taken from the primary rainforest. Much was recycled wood or dead fall from local farms and lumber that had washed up from the ocean and rivers. With these natural and renewable materials, we achieved a unique character with rustic and artistic designs. Also all the walls are painted by hand, with many details and awesome drawings. BE OUR ECO-GUEST Our Door is Always Open at Kaya's Place - We Hope to See You Soon!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Beach
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
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Breakfast available
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77Somewhat walkable
Grade: 77 out of 100
10Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
5Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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200 Meters Before Town, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca 70403 Costa Rica
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If you’re looking for American food while visiting Costa Rica, this is the place. We had the ribs, grilled veggies, mashed sweet potatoes and onion rings. All were good. Nicely sized portions, craft beers and fun atmosphere. Bands every Sunday night.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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We went there from walking from the beach and the pizza was delicious. And the view was amazing. Great place, excellent location, awesome food. Staff was fun and service was great. We recommend and we will go back.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Room Tip: Excellent Pizza, recommend the Mexicano one
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Stopped off for lunch while walking along the beach at Playa Negra. Wide (& strong) craft beer selection. Great menu - all freshly prepared. Delicious ceviche & lovely shrimp sandwich. Worth stopping - good atmosphere & very clean.
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We visited Kaya's Place twice while in Puerto Viejo. The first time because my husband wanted to sample their craft brews. There are some decent brews on tap, which meant we needed to visit a second time! We had dinner there, pizza, beer and wine. The pizza was very good and really hit the spot, something filling with a variety of meat. The beers were good and the wine was acceptable. When we left, my husband left his credit card. The restaurant called the taxi and they actually brought us the card. Maybe we should have gone back to get it because when my husband stepped out of the taxi, he stepped into a a hole, fell and took a huge chunk of flesh out of his leg (20+stitches) and broke a bone in his foot! But, what restaurant calls and tells you you left your card there, let alone brings it to you? Excellent! It's a fun place to visit. Just a note to the guy at the bar who was an Oregon Duck...the Huskies own the series 60-47, and they'll beat the Ducks next year. Count on it!…
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Great tasting crafts beers, and good selection. And I highly recommend the filthy fries! 😋🍟🍻 Nice location across the street from the beach, and staff is always friendly too. If you can make it there on a Sunday, they offer free BBQ with purchase of beers. And live music!
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Traveled solo
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Nice location,only had to walk across the road for the beach. However it is a 10 min walk to town , which you will find yourself doing very often, because the hotel’s restaurant is closed!!! There was no air conditioning in our room only a small fan which was dusty. Which meant while trying to cool down you develop a whole new layer of someone else’s skin... very itchy If you get a room with a bunk don’t expect to see anything on the bottom bunk as it was very dark - need stronger wattage light bulbs or an extra lamp please, on a lower level. The mosquito nets on the windows had holes the size of my thumb. They feasted on me. Not happy. Pool table is on a slant so I never won!!!! This needs to be moved to a flatter area.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Good call by a friend of ours! Place was clean, cheap and close enough to Puerto Viejo's "Downtown"! The facilities were rugged and rustic, which I liked! It's located at 30 meters from Playa Negra and a couple more meters from Puerto Viejo. Not too shabby!
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Stayed for 1 night.. met some friendly people in less than 24 hours 😁 Gr8 wall art througout. Montana & Aaron made us feel welcome & gave us all info on all their, on the premises made, craft beers. The passion fruit one was delish .. Soap, toilet paper and towels provided and shower was better than some we have used so far 😏 All the staff are smily & ready/happy to help. Defo worth a visit 👍
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We had a wonderful time at Kaya's Place! It was our first time visiting Puerto Viejo and the staff were so kind and welcoming. They gave us great recommendations for things to do. The center of town was only a few minute walk away, but we found ourselves staying at the hotel for dinner and drinks because it was so good and inexpensive! We definitely recommend trying the beer as well.
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Matrimonial suite has private bathroom and balcony
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We spent two days with a group of people at Kayas Place. It is around 400 meters away from the active area of Puerto Viejo. I really enjoyed this because of walking distance to the shops, bars and restaurants but also enjoyed having a quiet surrounding. The beach is right in front of the house - you only have to cross the street. The rooms were big, clean an equipped with a kitchen. Toaster was not working and the plates, forks and knifes is nothing to recommend. We had dinner at the restaurant. Food was fine but there was not big choice of beverages. WiFi did not work in the room but in the area of the reception. I can definitely imagine coming back again.
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Date of stay: November 2018Trip type: Traveled with friends
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PRICE RANGE
$31 - $57 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
kaya`s place hotel puerto viejo, kayas place puerto viejo, kayas place hotel puerto viejo
LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of LimonPuerto Viejo de Talamanca
NUMBER OF ROOMS
26
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kaya's Place
Which popular attractions are close to Kaya's Place?
Nearby attractions include La Feria Legendaria de Playa Chiquita (0.2 miles), Playa Puerto Viejo (0.1 miles), and Playa Negra (0.10 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Kaya's Place?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Kaya's Place?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Kaya's Place?
Conveniently located restaurants include Port Vell, Stashus con Fusion, and Gelateria Deelite Italian Gelato.
Is Kaya's Place located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the center of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Are pets allowed at Kaya's Place?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Is Kaya's Place accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.