Name: Esencia Hotel and Villas
Address: 2 km north of Cruce de Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, Santa Teresa, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.37

Guest reviews

8.4

Very good

Based on 280 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Couple

51%

Family

27%

Group

17%

Solo

3%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Esencia Hotel and Villas, travellers highlight the outstanding location by the beach and surf, lush grounds with a well liked pool, and generally friendly service, making it a convenient, relaxed base within easy walking distance of restaurants and shops.

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10

cindy

11 Mar 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

The electricity went out. They need solar lights along the gravel path leading to the bungalows. I tripped over the speed bump on the path and my injuries effected my entire trip. Perfectly avoidable.

4

Samantha

26 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

No one in office at checkin time. I had to wait in a parking lot for 45 minutes with my baby. That evening, the staff were again not there, and the line security guard wouldn’t let me drive my car to the room. He suggested I leave my baby alone in the room while I park the car elsewhere. Room was shabby. Bed lumpy and plastic feeling. One sheet and no comforter.

10

Victor

19 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff, nice quiet rooms and walkable to everything

8

Matt

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great clean room and great staff. Mattress was terrible ( Too firm and springy).

10

Jenny

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great place with easy access to break

2 km north of Cruce de Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Location

Located in Cóbano, Esencia Hotel & Villas is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Teresa Beach and Romelia Wildlife Refuge. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.

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Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 20:00

Before 11:00

FAQs

Yes, free parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

Breakfast is available, and guests can enjoy breakfast in the room.

Check-in is from 14:00 until 20:00, and check-out is by 11:00.

Yes, airport shuttle services are available. Guests can inquire about arrangements upon arrival.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, ensuring comfort for guests with disabilities.

The hotel is located in Cóbano, 2 km north of Cruce de Playa Carmen, near Santa Teresa Beach and Romelia Wildlife Refuge, with easy access to outdoor activities like fishing and horse riding.

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests to enjoy.

Yes, children are welcome at the property. There is no minimum age requirement for children to stay for free.

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