Calipso Ocean Lodge- Avellana Beach Hotel
Location: Playa avellana, Playa Avellana, cr
Star Rating: 8.9 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Luxurious Bed and Breakfast in Playa Avellana
Outdoor Swimming Pool and Garden Views: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool while soaking in the picturesque views of the garden.
Fully Equipped Kitchenette and Free WiFi: Each unit is equipped with a kitchenette and modern amenities including free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Convenient Amenities and Services: Indulge in the on-site coffee shop, bar, and lounge, take advantage of the available bicycle rental service, and explore nearby sightseeing tours.
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and sustainability at Calipso Ocean Lodge. Book now for an unforgettable stay!
Important Information
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Fax/photocopying
- Tour desk
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Massage services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Kid meals
- Shared kitchen
- Outdoor furniture
- Coffee Shop on site
- Fruits
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Key access
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Access to health care professionals
- Free wired internet
- Snack bar/deli
- Golfing on site
- Scuba diving on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Free pool cabanas
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Concerts/live shows
- Wine release events
- Exercise/lap pool
- Japanese garden
- Covered parking
- Fishing nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water sports equipment
- Bicycle-friendly property
- Accessible shuttle
- No accessible shuttle
- Accessible train station shuttle
- No accessible train station shuttle
Rooms Available
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Plunge pool
- Fruits
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Plunge pool
- Fruits
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
The well-fitted kitchen has a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Plunge pool
- Fruits
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
The well-fitted kitchen features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Plunge pool
- Fruits
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
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Budget Double or Twin Room
Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious twin/double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Plunge pool
- Fruits
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
-
Double Room with Private Bathroom
In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Hypoallergenic
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Plunge pool
- Fruits
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
- Hand sanitiser
Guest Reviews
- Roger (8/5): -
- Rudolf (9/5): - Tolle, kleine Anlage. Netter Host, der immer mit Rat und Tat zur Seite ist. Gibt nichts zu bemängeln
- Martin (9/5): -
- Mònica (10/5): Surf & Yoga! Best Spot in Costa Rica - Todo de 10
- Mònica (10/5): Surf & Yoga! Best Spot in Costa Rica - Ubicación 10 Limpieza 10 Habitaciones 10 Surf & Yoga 10
- Maria Celeste (10/5): - Fácil acceso a la playa y lugares para comer cerca. Las zonas comunes muy lindas y limpias. Su dueño muy amable. Todo estuvo bien.
- sonya (8/5): We had a great stay and hope to return for a longer visit! - We had a short stay here, but really enjoyed it. The resort has a younger vibe, hammocks on small patios, pool, small poolside bar, yoga area. Shared outdoor kitchen, which had fresh coffee brewing at 730am every morning! Niko is very kind and accessible, working around the resort all day. Live music at the community shopping, restaurant area was really great, located across the street. We were hoping it was closer to the beach, but the walk is only a few minutes, easy and flat (and we saw howler monkey's while walking!). We found the little shopping area super expensive with only a health food store for groceries. Bring food with you and cook at the resort. We had a car and drove out for groceries. Gravel roads to get to/from the resort.
- Julia (10/5): -
- Kristin (7/5): great location centrally located at Playa Avellanas - the location is great - it is a 10 minute walk to playa avellanas (bonus - there is a sidewalk the entire way) and many restaurants even closer. the grounds are beautiful for relaxing during the day or evening. the parking is easy to get in & out. Nico is a wonderful host who will answer all of your questions. the bed took a couple of nights of getting used to. it is a full bed, so a little small for my husband and I to share. and each time one of us moved during the night, the other felt it.
- MICHELLE (10/5): Foi perfeito! Certamente voltarei. - Gostei demais da hospitalidade, um lugar muito acolhedor! Não se aplica.
- Daniel Oscar (9/5): - Todo lo necesario para pasar una muy buena estadía lo recomiendo
- Christina (9/5): - Die Nähe zum wunderschönen Strand und die ruhige Lage sind super. Die Matrazen waren bereits durchgelegen. Ansonsten tiptop.
- Laura (10/5): -
- Pedro (10/5): - Amazing spot, extremely well kept by the owner Nico and his wife. Perfect blend of a guest hosue/self catering with a great common kitchen. Amazing swimming pool and less than 10minutes walking to Avellanas beach
- Valeria (10/5): - Very nice accommodation immersed in nature and perfectly located close to Avellana beach and the main cafès/restaurants in the area. The owners are very nice and gave us lot of super useful tips. The friendly dog and cats are a plus!
- Kyle (10/5): -
- Charlie (7/5): Overall, very happy with our stay and would return. - Booking. Com Too many ants inside the room
- Lindsey (9/5): Superb -
- Lise (7/5): Great location if you can get a deal! - Location is great - you can walk to restaurants, a playground, the beach and a little shop. The lack of breakfast, quality of sheets, no lamps, no shampoo, all made it feel a bit overpriced.
- Elisa (10/5): Exceptional - Calipso was for me a gorgeous experience. I liked everything ! *positive points:* - fully equipped kitchen with large storage space - several space to chill - very calme - safe (against human and wild animals thanks to lovely owner’s dog) - owners living on the spot very available - very clean garden, swimming pool - a bar (fresh beers ) and grill at hostel Negative points:* - Far from grocery store, bank (need a car)
- Katarina (9/5): Would come back! - Super Nice place, and host! Very helpful, even with our needs as a group. Great place, the rooms are not very big, so just know that if you travel with a family (kids) . And if you need AC just make sure you chose a room with this feature.
- Steve (9/5): Superb - The setting is amazing with numerous nooks were you can chill that are shared by the guests. NIco is a great host and we loved cooking in the shared outdoor kitchen! The rooms are on the smaller size, but clean and adequate and you're probably not spending much time inside.
- Petr (10/5): Thank you Nico for your hospitality and for all of your advices! We appreciate that! - Nico and his wife are very nice and helpful. We appreciated atmosphere at this property, it is close to the beach and other staff. Not as busy as other spots close Tamarindo even this location starting to be highly recommended. Every morning nice surprise by different kind of animals, like it! Place for JOGA is amazing for chill after surfing! Nothing! We like to be close to nature as it was!
- Mary (1/5): Bad -
- Barrett (10/5): Exceptional - Location was perfect! Nico was awesome helped us out with anything we needed. Highly recommend this place
- Piet (9/5): Beautiful, very well-kept hotel - Host Nico takes very good care of the hotel and supports you in every conceivable way. The communal area is beautifully designed and invites you to linger. The kitchen is well equipped and there is always hot coffee. We felt very welcome and would come back anytime :)
- Jack (10/5): Exceptional - It was incredible! Fantastic spot
- Michaela (8/5): Very good - A short 5-10min walk and you’re at the beach and thats what its all about here. Also places for lunch and dinner are right around the corner. Rooms are nice and clean, a beautiful small garden and equipped kitchen and an upper deck to relax a little. As every rooms is directed to the main path of the Hotel you can’t sleep with curtains open and that makes sleeping without an aircon (which we love) not possible. Private terraces are all right next to each other.
- Justine (10/5): Exceptional -
- Deirdre (10/5): Would come back - Simple . Close to everything
- Heidi (10/5): Calypso Ocean Lodge :) - Laid back, tasteful and in keeping with the nature that surrounds, waking distance to the beach and good eating options around if you don’t want to venture far. Enjoyed the shared kitchen, and yoga deck and pool, and our host Nico made us feel very welcome, wouldn’t hesitate to recomend or stay again.
- Julia (7/5): Calm and Cozy - perfect for us! - The Host, Nico, is a really nice dude! Relaxed but working hard for his Lodge. Great location, 10min walk to the beautiful Playa Avellana. Cleanliness could be better. Definitely in need of some new towels.
- Willem (10/5): Exceptional -
- Alexi (6/5): Pleasant - Friendly staff and cats (watch out though, they may steal your food :) Kitchen is good Yoga deck is nice but a fan would be a great addition A few things: 1. The place looked deserted (maybe it's because of the low season) 2. It was a bit noisy during the day - there was construction work going on in the neighboring plots 3. Towels and linen didn't look crispy fresh 4. There were ants and other insects in our room. It didn't bother us at all, but someone else might very well
- Lynn (8/5): Great location - unfussy, clean apartments with everything you need for an overnight stay - Great location with quick access (<10 min walk) to the beach for several good beach restaurants. Right next door to a night market which was buzzing with good food and music. The set up was streamlined but very welcoming. The breakfast was very simple - 2 pieces of bread and an apple left in a brown paper bag. Good idea to allow guests to be self sufficient, but perhaps something a little more substantial is preferred especially if you have a long journey ahead.
- Daisy (10/5): Great, chilled spot a short walk from sea and surf - Super friendly staff and lovely animals, the yoga deck and kitchen were a beautiful way to start the day
- Johanna (10/5): Amazing stay!!! - I felt so welcomed when I arrived and the property was really cozy. I especially liked the yoga deck and the hammocks there. The morning yoga was really good, and there are plenty of other classes held at La Esquina 300 meters away. Internet connection was good and the walk to the beach was fast. Sunset was magical. If I ever were to visit Playa Avellanas agan, it's a given I would stay here!!!
- Jody (10/5): Pura Vida! - The kitchen was great and the yoga studio with hammocks was so nice. The rooms were comfy and the location was fantastic!
- Jason (10/5): Exceptional - It's a jungle haven, very relaxing. Hosts are friendly. Will stay again for sure!
- Bob (10/5): A wonderful world with caring owners. - This a very quiet lovely place to stay with beautiful gardens and trees. This resort is next to great places to eat and also an eclectic mini mall up the street. The ocean and surfing beach is very close and within walking distance. Great surf! And they have air conditioning and a shared public kitchen! Wonderful place. The only thing we didn't like is that we couldn't stay longer...
- Marios (10/5): A Paradise Found - The charm of Calipso Ocean Lodge lies in its stunning natural setting and heartfelt embrace of the Pura Vida lifestyle, creating an unforgettable experience that goes beyond mere aesthetics to touch the soul. Every aspect, from the eco-friendly design to the warm, welcoming staff, serves as a testament to the joy and beauty of simplicity, making it a true paradise found. While the facilities at Calipso Ocean Lodge might not meet every expectation, this imperfection is precisely what captures the essence of Pura Vida, reminding us that true beauty and relaxation lie in the simplicity and authenticity of the experience. It's a gentle nudge to embrace life's imperfections, finding joy and contentment in the raw, unpolished treasures of the world.
- Jackie (9/5): A very pleasant stay - Great location. Walking distance to the beach and restaurants
- Ross (9/5): Excellent - Very chill environment - clean, simple and lovely. Owner, Nico, makes everything work. A very friendly, helpful, very hands on owner. Electric sliding door 😊
- Kate (8/5): Very good -
- Linda (9/5): Pleasant stay. - Well maintained, nice common area, comfortable room. Pool difficulties so not really usable.
- Alexandra (10/5): Quiet, pleasant, felt at home. - Staff exceptionally service-oriented and friendly. Very accomodating. All great.
- Brooke (10/5): Great place for a great price with even better amenities near by. - Monica and her husband were amazing! They were extremely easy to get a hold of, assisted in acquiring a taxi last minute from the airport to the stay and recommended a ton of activities for the family. We only stayed one night due to other plans but wished we had stayed longer! The place is a little oasis and a short walk to the beach. The area is alot quieter and smaller than Tamarindo but that's what makes it so great! Would definitely love to return and stay longer next time! Wish we stayed longer.
- Rowland (9/5): Great, laid back place! -
- Bryan (10/5): Niko the owner is one of a kind, this place has a great vibe. Looking forward to going back. - Different from most places very accommodating and has a community feeling, close to the beach and the restaurants.
- William (10/5): This small charming getaway is a short walk from a few good restaurants and a quiet beach and captures the chill pura vi - Great location near a delightful beach and a few restaurants. Very friendly and helpful owners. Access to yoga. Nice garden. A pura Vida vibe.
- Marcus (10/5): The Best of Costa Rica - While the rest of the hotels/resorts are basically cheaply made wooden shacks with tin roofs, this one is real brick/mortar built to the highest standard. Everything is new, very well made and exceptionally clean. There’s a communal open kitchen with all amenities which is very handy if you don’t wanna go out for every meal. The beach is a short 5min walk and there are many good restaurants all around. The Esquina de Avellanas, an open dining area with multiple excellent open kitchens are just across the street. The lovely young European couple who run this place are the coolest people I’ve met in my trip. There’s nothing I could not like. It’s the best resort in the country
- Juan (7/5): Perfect for some not for me. - Everything was fairly new and clean. The garden area was very nice and peaceful. if you had desires to cook outdoors, there was a decent kitchen and utilities to do so. If you are into the Kumbaya peace and Zen vibe this step above a hostel is for you . Five minute walk to the beach . Great little restaurants walking distance . There was no mini refrigerator in the room, no hairdryer, no coffee maker, so you had to go to the community kitchen to do anything like that. Website was a little misleading with breakfast included, and photos of nice hot meals. In fact, it was a bag lunch with four pieces of bread and two fruit per room waiting for us in the community kitchen . jelly was provided. Poor very small, but clean. There are NO blankets, only a flat sheet . I love the cold. My wife asked for an extra sheet and was given an attitude like we just asked for a bag of gold. Reluctantly, she received the sheet and pillowcase. She was told we did not rent the room for three people so it was almost as if we were asking for too much. “ no soup for you”
- Linda (10/5): A little gem created with lots of love and attention to detail - My dad and I stayed four nights over Christmas at this beautiful place. We had the most amazing time. The location is perfect, only a short walk away from the beach. It is super relaxed, quiet and most importantly immaculate clean. The hosts Nico & Monica made you us feel welcome and were always but in no way intrusive. What really stood out is that you can feel so much love and attention to detail in every little corner you look.
- Sarac0rrea (7/5): Good -
- Tom (9/5): Superb -
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