Golden Pineapple Villas

Location: 3km East of Banco Costa Rica, Camino a Racho Pacifico, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, Ballena, CR

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Amenities & Facilities

• Free breakfast
• Fitness facilities
• Proposal/romance packages available
• Area shuttle (surcharge)
• Free WiFi
• 24-hour front desk
• Terrace
• Garden
• Luggage storage
• Concierge service
• Fitness facilities
• Free breakfast
• Safe-deposit box at front desk
• Smoke-free property
• Wedding services
• Pool umbrellas
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Area shuttle (surcharge)
• Free self parking
• Computer station
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Free cooked-to-order breakfast
• Couples/private dining
• Proposal/romance packages available

Rooms Available

• Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Sea View

  1 King Bed

  850-sq-foot room, furnished patio with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom and sitting area

  Relax - Private pool

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Sleep - Premium bedding, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower

  Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and wardrobe or closet

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Private pool
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Bottle of water
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Room service
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillow menu
  • Private plunge pool
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Low-height counters/sink

• Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View

  2 King Beds

  2605-sq-foot room, furnished patio with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms and sitting area

  Relax - Private pool

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Sleep - Premium bedding, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower

  Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and wardrobe or closet

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Private pool
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Bottle of water
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Room service
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillow menu
  • Private plunge pool
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Low-height counters/sink

• Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

  1 King Bed

  1098-sq-foot room, furnished patio with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - Separate sitting area

  Relax - Private pool

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Sleep - Premium bedding, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower

  Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and wardrobe or closet

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Private pool
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Bottle of water
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Room service
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillow menu
  • Private plunge pool
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Low-height counters/sink

Guest Reviews

• Sandra (10/5): - Great view and accommodations
• Lea (10/5): - Staying at the Golden Pineapple villas was the highlight of our trip. Perfect location with walking distance to the waterfall. The drive there is a little steep at times, so just make sure to have a four wheel drive car to get there. The staff were all very friendly, had such great recommendations for getting around and navigating tourist areas of Costa Rica. They were helpful in me trying to practice Spanish and taught us some Spanish phrases used in Costa Rica and taught us about the Costa Rican culture. Very personable staff! Me and my husband were here on our honeymoon and it’s so hard to pick a place in Costa Rica because the options are endless- the Golden Pineapple is a true hidden gem with money very well spent. We had a private pool and bathtub which were both absolutely breathtaking. If you want a quiet, romantic get away and/or love being in nature I Highly highly recommend staying here! When we went to another part of Costa Rica we kept saying we wished we were back at the Golden Pineapple!
• Alexander (10/5): - Great Resort
• Kimberly (10/5): - The villas were gorgeous, the property beautifully landscaped, and the view outstanding. The on-site restaurant was excellent and the staff wonderful. The owner, who lives on the property. Went above and beyond to help us. I just can’t say enough good things about this place.
• Jocelyn (10/5): - We stayed 4 nights, 5 days at Golden Pineapple and wish we never had to leave. We felt right at home the whole time, from the minute Marlon picked us up from SJO. Marlon, Pablo, and Leo were seriously so sweet, friendly, and attentive the whole time. The property is beautiful and well maintained daily. If you choose to stay and relax the whole time you absolutely could with no complaints. They also help you accommodate any excursions or beach days if you like and will take you there for an extra cost. The food is delicious, you can choose to dine at their outdoor restaurant or room service. Everything we tried was amazing and the prices were fair. Gracias por todo! Siempre nos acordaremos de Uds con mucho cariño y nos vemos pronto!
• Lorna (10/5): - Absolutely stunning property! We had the 2 bedroom villa and enjoyed our stay immensely. The service here is fabulous...And the food is top notch. The owners and staff members know how to make their guests happy. This is a must stay in my opinion.
• James (10/5): - This was the BEST property we’ve ever stayed at!! Very secluded and private. Views are amazing and the food is incredible!! Rooms are beautiful and very well furnished. So many activities to do!! The staff treated us like we were the only people there.
• Adriana (10/5): - Desde el ingreso hasta la ida todo estuvo increíble, el personal super amable y anuente a colaborar, la comida tanto de la cena y desayuno deliciosa, y la habitación super linda tal y como en las fotos, lo recomiendo totalmente.. un lugar para relajarse totalmente y desconectar 👌🙂
• Katie (10/5): - My husband and I came here on our honeymoon mid June. This place is wonderful. It feels so incredibly private and peaceful. In fact, we hardly even saw other guests while there. The villas are lovely and the views are phenomenal. The villas have a kitchen which is fully stocked (plates, silverware, pots, etc) as well as complimentary drinks inside the fridge each day. The outdoor shower and tub are great. The staff are lovely. They take the time to get to know you and your names. They are very kind. The food was great. If you haven’t figured it out from other reviews, you absolutely need to have a 4x4 vehicle to get here! I will admit the drive up was kinda scary sometimes, but it gets better after you do it a few times. There are pretty steep dirt roads to get here. And have good brakes on the car for the way down! A few tips: -bring bug spray, there are lots of insects everywhere. -bring earplugs if you need to sleep in quiet. The wildlife can be loud at night! -there are shades over the windows in your villa, but they don’t really block light. The sun rises very early and it gets very bright. Bring a sleep mask if that’s something you need! -we shopped at the BM Supermercado right in Uvita, it was very convenient. We saw toucans and other amazing birds right from the hotel. You truly are in the jungle here, it’s amazing! I would definitely recommend staying here. Out of all the exploring we did while in CR, Uvita was definitely the best place to be!
• Brandon (10/5): - The place was an absolute dream stunning views in every direction!! Highly recommend it for couples my wife me I loved every minute of it! Staff and restaurant were top notch all around excellent 10 stars!!
• Thomas (10/5): - awesome
• Tevert (10/5): - Had a great time at golden pineapple villas. Would definitely stay again
• Ralph (10/5): - The villas are fantastic and staff was so nice and offered great service. The view of birds and other wildlife was nice. One of the staff took us where we needed to go a stayed right with us which was great since the villas are rather remote. They store modern with private pools in each. I will definitely go back.
• Dwight (10/5): - One of the nicest places I’ve stayed in Central America. Beautiful villas on the side of the mountain with a beautiful view of the whale tail. Service and food were top notch.
• Sarah (10/5): - Our whole stay was beautiful! From the villa, to the views to the service. We will definitely return one day!
• Esteban (10/5): Gem with a view - Located in the heart of the mountain, access only by 4x4, with stunning views from the restaurant and main pool as well as from the villa. Food at the restaurant is very good and the customer service is top notch.
• Michael (10/5): - Staff takes this place to the next level. Best vacation ever. Thanks Pablo, Oval, Jessie, Marlin, and Leo. Top notch
• John (10/5): - We had total privacy, a wonderful plunge pool and a view across the trees and valley to the Pacific, sunsets and Uvitas whale's tail, a huge sand bar that appears and disappears with the tide. The food was very good, but not excellent. It is luxurious and everyone tries really, really hard to please guests. Toucans and other birds stopped by our patio, 10 feet away. We enjoyed our stay very much.
• Martin (10/5): - Amazing stay …
• Laurie (10/5): - The people that work at this property are amazing and the rooms were fantastic. The views were first class. The food was delicious and we just absolutely loved our stay there.
• William (10/5): - Beautiful room and view. Helpful owner and staff. The food was great too. I wish we had spent more time there.
• Garett (10/5): - My fiancé and I enjoyed a relaxing week at this hotel. It's very close to town and they have great recommendations for activities around the area or a little outside the town of Uvita. The staff was absolutely fantastic! Paolo went out of his way to make our experience memorable and made us feel right at home. Definitely staying here on our next visit!
• Tehran (10/5): - I loved everything from the hospitality to the food. They made us feel like we were the only ones there. It was beyond my expectations. Super chill. Most definitely returning and spreading the word.
• Melody (6/5): - Amazing beautiful room and views. Things missing that should be basic at any luxury hotel: no black out curtains so I was up at 5:50 every morning because of the bright sun (& no one wants to get up that early every day while on vacation). No luggage rack, no full length mirror, no tissues or Q-tips. No doormat in front of the room which meant we tracked mud into the room every day. No dimmers on the lights and no lamps so it’s a choice beteeen bright and complete darkness. I could go on but I think there enough.
• Erica (10/5): - Amazing views!!! The staff was so helpful and nice. It was a little scary navigating up to the villa but manageable. Definitely rent a 4x4 vehicle. If you are looking for a peaceful vacation, this is the place for you. Pura vida!
• rashina (10/5): - OMG the pictures don’t do it justice! Sooooo beautiful. The staff is SO accommodating. Very clean but remember you are in the middle of the jungle so there are bugs and insects. The food is delicious. You will absolutely need a 4x4 to get there. No complaints. Would def stay again
• crystal (10/5): - FIRST TIP: Make sure you have a 4x4 truck, the mountain incline decline is very steep. Outside of that my stay here was outstanding. I just got back from celebrating my birthday and the staff as well as the owner was very kind, very welcoming. They stayed up all night and giving us directions and leading us up the mountain until we got there and I truly appreciate that. And then on my birthday they made a cake and sing Happy Birthday it was very sweet. The cleaning staff does an amazing job keeping the rooms clean. Once we left and came back to our rooms it was spotless smelled amazing and they kept the pools clean as well. The chef did his thing every night and the food was very delicious. Thank you for showing me a great time while there. The views were fantastic.
• Carlos (10/5): - Great stay
• Stefanie (10/5): - Our stay at the golden pineapple was wonderful. My husband and I love to travel to new countries and hotels. This was by far the best place we have ever stayed. The drive up to the hotel does require a 4x4 vehicle. However, we did not view this as a negative. Nothing amazing comes easy! The views were spectacular and actually enticed to want to stay at the resort which says a lot as we typically prefer to leave each day. The food was great. And service was even better! From start to finish, everything was perfect. The previous negative reviews have unrealistic expectations or blame this property for things out of their control. I would definitely come back again and encourage anyone to stay here when visiting CR. So much to do nearby! Thank you Jessie for a wonderful experience.
• Stephanie (10/5): - This was an amazing experience. The staff were responsive, professional, and friendly. The food was delicious and the included breakfast was exceptional. We have a perfect view of whale tale beach both from the common area and our private balcony. I highly recommend!
• Lori (10/5): - Beautiful property. Villas are private and very well appointed. My only suggestion is to stock up on groceries so you can make your own meals if you want to. The kitchens have everything you need to do so. Amazing property and amazing staff!
• ZIAD (10/5): - The stay was fantastic, the food was fresh and delicious. The view absolutely gorgeous. The privacy of our villa was the perfect experience. The service was on point. Definitely a highlight in our trip. The only negative I can say was the drive to the villas. The roads are unpaved for about 15min. Very bumpy and steep roads. Highly dont recommend arriving there at night. Other than that, it was amazing !
• Cale (10/5): - Great for birdwatching and wonderful cuisine. Private setting for relaxing and being at peace with nature and great ocean views
• Bryn (10/5): - Where to start Treated by Juan with a cold sparking pineapple drink Walking through main bar , pool ( shared area) was breathe taking - We staying in villa 4 - first class property with comfortable bed / pillows and an unbeatable view over the whale tail Wild life a plenty flying across vista The food was incredible and staff , particular Marlon’s constant smile and chuckle made us feel at home - Jessie and Oval - you have a gem of a property. We were sad to leave Bryn / Georgina
• Jose (10/5): - This place was magical. The drive up the mountain was an adventure. Place is safe and guarded my security. The villas are beautiful and clean. It was breathtaking. The staff so nice and quick with all their services. The room was cleaned everyday and smelled so good. The restaurant was so convenient to have right next to us. We could eat at the restaurant or order our food to eat in our villa which was great on the days we were very tired from excursions. It was better than I could imagine.
• JUSTIN (10/5): - Wow. Just wow. First up - Leo was our host and was awesome. Great work Leo! All the staff was great. I'm tired of booking hotels that look good in the pictures then turn out to be disappointing. Golden Pineapple goes the other way. It's breathtaking. Everything here is top notch. I won't repeat everyone else, the rooms are amazing. Outdoor showers, tub and personal pool - brilliant. You can sit outside, (naked if you want!), in your own suite surrounded by jungle mountainside watching CR birds and animals around you. I was worried about the restaurant prices being too high. They are not - in my opinion they match most other table restaurants or even lower than most other 4-5 star hotel restaurants, in my experience. And the food is excellent - a little more rich than fresh, but still quite pleasing. This hotel is on a mountain and the road to access it is too. Don't be a hero. You're not getting up here with a 2wd car. If the rentals are all out of 4wd then you're paying for the taxi. This is the only downside of being here, the taxis are now charging $25 USD per trip from the nearby town. (Feb 2024). That adds up if you want to go out a lot. But honestly, book this hotel just to stay in the beautiful room and relax!
• Susan (8/5): - Quiet private. Good place to unwind after very active trip.
• Klaus (10/5): - Very special and private place. Our villa was nicely decorated and had a nice private pool with view of the ocean. The staff was outstanding. First night we ordered room service for dinner. The breakfasts and the dinner the following night we had in the central building with a great view of the whale tale. We appreciated the quiet and very private villa while having access to a large pool and the amenities of full stacked bar and restaurant. A nice touch was the welcome sign and the artfully sliced pineapple as a welcome gift. One word of caution. This place is only reachable with a 4WD. It is impossible to climb up the hill otherwise. We highly recommend this place and will be back some time in the future.
• Juan Carlos (10/5): - We loved our stay here. Marlon, Leo and Juan were absolutely amazing! This villa is as beautiful in person as it is in pictures.
• Tobias (10/5): - Great place to relax and being in touch with nature and your partner/family, the service, the Villa and the food was great
• Mark (10/5): Relaxing in the hills over Uvita - Completely enjoyable and relaxing. Service was attentive to all our needs and was so complete we just stayed instead of going out and exploring. Wonderful view overlooking the ocean and Marino Bellena park. Delightful owner. Despite being a small hotel, the restaurant delivered very good food for all the meals during our stay.
• Omar (10/5): - Stayed here last year and forgot to review. I recommend this stay for everyone. and my wife and I met the owner who was amazing. They have great customer service and beautiful view.
• Ce Ce (10/5): - We celebrate our 14 year wedding anniversary. Staff was friendly professional food was amazing awesome breathtaking atmosphere
• Glenda (10/5): - This place is stunningly beautiful, both the hotel and the location. The owner Jessie and her staff were kind, hospitable and welcoming. The restaurant only serves the guests of the hotel, so it is small, nevertheless the food was very good. It was the highlight of our trip to CR.
• Matthew (8/5): - The food was awful and overpriced! If your not doing breakfast don’t eat! You can spend 3 times even with cab fare in the city with better exclusive food. The food was trying to hard and nothing native to the land…,, they tried to hard with the food nachos tacos pizza is native but not on the menu…
• Jason (10/5): - The absolute best place I have ever stayed, I can’t even put into words how beautiful this place was! If you are pondering this place don’t! Just book it you won’t be upset I promise!
• Kai (10/5): - I wanted to test myself to something amazing for my 50th birthday and this was it! The villa was amazing and the scenery was nothing short of breath taking. The food and drinks were excellent. Man....I loved it! You MUST have a 4x4. DO NOT DRIVE AT NIGHT!! Especially the first night!! Very steep and dark. Lesson learned. *lol*
• Korrina (10/5): - Everything was absolutely perfect! Beautiful villa, beautiful views, wildlife. All of the staff were so helpful and very accommodating, anything we needed they were happy to make happen. The staff at golden pineapple went above and beyond during our stay there and i will definitely be coming back. Thank you!
• Victoria S. (10/5): - Our stay at The Golden Pineapple Villas exceeded our expectations! Everything was amazing from the time we arrived to our departure. The room, view, and ambiance are breathtaking!! The food was amazing, the staff is friendly, helpful and goes above and beyond to ensure everything is perfect. The owner Jessie is so communicative and really cares about her guest. I literally cannot say one bad thing about this Villa. What an amazing experience we had. 10/10, highly recommend.
• Martin (10/5): - The view is amazing, the staff are very personable, and the rooms are requisite. To be so comfortable in a space in the midst of the jungle and jungle sounds was a beautiful experience. Jessie has created a lush and welcoming escape here.
• Tara (10/5): - Beautiful view!!!
• James (8/5): - This property is beautiful!!!! The staff is AMAZING!!!! The drinks and food cooked at the resort are really good. The only issue I had was my wife and I are not home bodies. We like to get out and explore the country. This resort is located on a mountain. The resort is only 1.5 miles up the mountain from the main road where stores and restaurants are. But every time you want to go down the mountain it’s $20 one way. So that’s $40 round trip. So it can be expensive if you didn’t rent a car. This resort provides no transportation. But if you are a home body and just want the peace of nature, this won’t be a issue.
• marc (10/5): - Amazing service with a amazing view
• Annissa (10/5): - I had such an amazing time. The staff at the property treated us so well, the words cannot explain. We were treated so well from start to finish. Everything we needed they were able to help us
• WILMER (10/5): - The stuff were really nice the place beutiful and clean worth the money and travel
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Hands down one of the best properties I’ve been to. The proof was in the attention to details on this property. From the staff to the facilities to the exceptional architecture and decor, this was truly a stay to remember. Marlin was a wonderful host. Kuddos to Jessie as well for establishing this tiny gem with a view. I would highly recommend this place to any of my friends or family. Job well done.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Overall the property and service was excellent! Clean place and great views of the coast. Make sure that you rent a 4 wheel drive vehicle to access the property (you will need it as it is a good 5-8 drive up the mountain)!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - This stay exceeded my expectations and was everything I needed! Very peaceful. Staff was awesome. Food was amazing. Sights were beautiful
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We loved our stay at Golden Pineapple Villa. Jesse and Oval went above and beyond for us from the moment we arrived- or tried to arrive. Believe me when I say you need a 4 wheel drive. Otherwise you will get stuck like we did, but they came to our rescue immediately. The entire staff was great. The food was excellent. The accommodations were beyond our expectations. You have so much space and a full kitchen and the bathroom is huge. The views are incredible and we honestly loved everything about our time there.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Amazing place, breathtaking views, romantic, secluded. Jungle all around.

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