Is parking available at the property?

Yes, the property offers uncovered onsite parking. It is free but limited.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, the property allows pets, specifically dogs under 50 lbs, with a maximum of one pet per room. A pet fee of CRC 13,000 per pet, per stay applies, and service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 15:00 and ends at 22:30. Check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Yes, airport shuttle services are available, but pricing and service hours are not specified.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Bahía Ballena, near the beach and mountains. It is approximately a 20-minute drive to Uvita Beach and a 10-minute drive to Marino Ballena National Park. Nearby attractions include Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and various outdoor activities such as kayaking and hiking.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool available for guests.

What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children are welcome at the property. Free cribs are available on request.

Canavida Villas & Resort

What guests think

At Canavida Villas & Resort, guests consistently praise the dramatic ocean and jungle views, modern villas, and infinity pools, while noting the remote hilltop access via a long, rough dirt road where a 4x4 is advisable, especially in rainy seasons.

Hosts and staff receive strong feedback for friendly, proactive communication, help with tours and logistics, and quick responses to issues. Villas are generally new, spacious, and well equipped for self-catering, with full kitchens, grills, and family touches like a trampoline. Drawbacks mentioned across reviews include occasional bathroom odors, AC or shower quirks, slippery tiles, limited kitchen utensils in a unit, no in-villa laundry, very loud cicadas, and cooler, wetter hilltop conditions at times. Expect a scenic, secluded stay that favors nature lovers and guests who prefer self-catering in modern villas.

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Facilities

Pools (often infinity) are a highlight and well maintained; outdoor areas feature grills and a family play lawn with a trampoline. Some noted hard poolside furniture and the lack of a washing machine; massages and laundry service were available.

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Prein

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautifully furnished and comfortable condo nestled in a jungle setting overlooking the ocean. Sparkling clean infinity pool, full kitchen, BBQ pit on back patio, excellent service from host and staff. The 5k maintained rock road to get there from main hwy is a bit of a rough drive but well worth it. This was our 5th trip to Costa Rica and we have stayed at many wonderful places- but none as amazing as CanaVida. Only stayed 2 nights- wish we had stayed 2 weeks!

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James J

12 Mar 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Hotels dot com screwed up the reservation, but Jessica at the property did everything she could and made sure I️ have accommodations for my trip. She’s there to help and does a great job at that. The road going to the site is dirt, but that’s expected in CR. The pool at the smaller condos is amazing. Infinity, with fantastic views and the right depth to hang out and enjoy life. Definitely going back there the next time I’m in Uvita!!

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renee

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Fabulous location and (mostly) fabulous villa, lovingly decorated with fun, little holiday decorations . What a view! The indoor kitchen and living areas were adequately supplied with everything we needed to live comfortably. We also really enjoyed the outdoor living areas - - the pool setting, comfy chairs, covered porch area with a really nice grill and - -bonus - - outdoor grassy play area complete with a trampoline!!! While the Quetzal villa was delightful, it did have a couple issues that we noticed and reported to management. They were immediately responsive but were unable to resolve the issues while we were there. (1. sewer gas smell in bathrooms - - we solved by covering sink and shower drain pipes and 2. AC in Master BR made clicking sound which they said is normal and we eventually got used to it.). We would definitely stay here again - - and will probably ask for this unit if we make it back to Canavida in the future.

10

Amiram

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Our stay at the villa was excellent. The villa was very spacious with large, comfortable rooms. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the pool was well-maintained and beautifully lit even at night. Communication with the hosts was excellent! One drawback – the villa is located on a slope, which on the one hand offers a stunning view of the sunset and the ocean, but on the other hand can be a bit unsafe for small children. ⸻

10

Abigail

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

What an excellent property! The family that runs it is dedicated to making sure all guests (including kids) have a great vacation. The property is fairly new, and the owners are always improving it. Behind the condos is a grassy area with a trampoline and badminton—perfect for kids or your inner child. Our six-year-old loved the pool and trampoline. At dawn and dusk, the property comes alive with the wildlife you come to Costa Rica to see. Have your binoculars ready by the pool deck for the show—and don’t miss the sunsets and starry skies. The condos were clean and well-equipped for cooking. The propane grills had everything we needed to grill out. It’s about 5KM/3Mi up the mountain, a 20-minute drive. We visited in March 2025 and used a driver (Caleb—highly recommend) to get up and down. It’s around 10Mil or $20 each way, worth it for the incredible views. I’ve traveled the world and this place will forever stand out. I’m already planning to stay for a month or two in the future. The team was excellent—very communicative and helpful—and even arranged everything with our driver Caleb, who was amazing and always available, including early morning pickups.

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Paul

6 Dec 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

It seemed a very nice villa on top of the hills with a view. We were happy when we first arrived, though after 20 mins the electricity shut off, for 2,5 hours, in dark with kids, the team did respond real fast and the tech came by to fix the emergency light that didn’t work. Positives: - The view is very nice - the grounds are greener than on the pics - the house is quite large and rooms have good bathrooms, but villa 8 second bedroom is separate, weird! - the furnishing is nice wood, well styled - aircons work Not so goods: - long dirt gravel road 6km, also a positive, as we had a 4x4, so be sure to have a high clearance or 4x4. - no washing machine available - tiles throughout seem nice but when wet are extremely slippery! They put some strips down outside, but you must wear footwear…! - kitchen is good size, but not well equipped, so basically not really for cooking majorly, thus missing utensils or cheap versions. - dining chairs are too low - place smelled like dog first few days, floor needs better cleaning! Good coms/fixes: - shower at first didn’t work properly, but they came fast and fixed. Generally we enjoyed the place only to an extent, that it was nice architecture with a view a lot of animals around, quite private, large dining deck and cool at night, but the location is high in hills and therefore much cooler, wetter and in clouds, so hardly touched the pool and when wanting outdoors we went to the valley for sunshine. We stayed a week. Enjoy

10

Kevin

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 12 nights

Absolutely amazing location with stunning views. The property is new, well maintained, clean and has everything to need for your stay. We stayed in the Tucan villa, the pool was perfect and the covered deck was great on warm rainy days. The staff was super friendly and easy to connect with through What’sApp. Uvita beach is a short drive away, lots of good restaurants nearby. We stayed 12 nights and didn’t want to leave! We will definitely come back here if in Costa Rica again.

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Marcella

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved CanaVida, the property was beautiful, the condo was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The staff were very happy and friendly. We used the laundry service, which was fast and a great price. The resort also arranged a massage for us and they came right to our room - it was also fantastic! The location is far enough from the busy town of Dominical and Uvita yet close enough to go into for shopping, restaurants and entertainment. We highly recommend CanaVida Jessica and her team are wonderful!

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Marcella

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was beautiful! The condo was comfortable, clean, modern and had everything we needed. The water was safe to drink, hot showers, BBQ. We used the laundry service it was quick and a good price. We seen monkeys, Toucans, parrots, and Morpho butterflies from the beautiful pool and lounge area. The customer service was amazing and everyone was very happy and friendly. They arrange a wonderful message for us and the therapists came to our room (it was SO GOOD!) the location is far enough away from the busy Dominical town, yet close enough for a visit and some shopping. Short drive to many beautiful beaches, gas stations, restaurants, waterfalls and shopping. Great communication from booking to check out. Jessica and her team did not disappoint!! Highly recommend CanaVida.

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Araceli

19 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Pool side furniture needed cushions to be comfortable because too hard to sit or to lay down other than that everything was great.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe the property as very clean and well maintained, including the pools. A few guests reported isolated issues like bathroom odors or a pet smell in a villa.

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Prein

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautifully furnished and comfortable condo nestled in a jungle setting overlooking the ocean. Sparkling clean infinity pool, full kitchen, BBQ pit on back patio, excellent service from host and staff. The 5k maintained rock road to get there from main hwy is a bit of a rough drive but well worth it. This was our 5th trip to Costa Rica and we have stayed at many wonderful places- but none as amazing as CanaVida. Only stayed 2 nights- wish we had stayed 2 weeks!

8

renee

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Fabulous location and (mostly) fabulous villa, lovingly decorated with fun, little holiday decorations . What a view! The indoor kitchen and living areas were adequately supplied with everything we needed to live comfortably. We also really enjoyed the outdoor living areas - - the pool setting, comfy chairs, covered porch area with a really nice grill and - -bonus - - outdoor grassy play area complete with a trampoline!!! While the Quetzal villa was delightful, it did have a couple issues that we noticed and reported to management. They were immediately responsive but were unable to resolve the issues while we were there. (1. sewer gas smell in bathrooms - - we solved by covering sink and shower drain pipes and 2. AC in Master BR made clicking sound which they said is normal and we eventually got used to it.). We would definitely stay here again - - and will probably ask for this unit if we make it back to Canavida in the future.

10

Sebastien

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay at Canavida condo. The place was clean, modern, and comfortable. The view is spectacular!

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Paul

6 Dec 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

It seemed a very nice villa on top of the hills with a view. We were happy when we first arrived, though after 20 mins the electricity shut off, for 2,5 hours, in dark with kids, the team did respond real fast and the tech came by to fix the emergency light that didn’t work. Positives: - The view is very nice - the grounds are greener than on the pics - the house is quite large and rooms have good bathrooms, but villa 8 second bedroom is separate, weird! - the furnishing is nice wood, well styled - aircons work Not so goods: - long dirt gravel road 6km, also a positive, as we had a 4x4, so be sure to have a high clearance or 4x4. - no washing machine available - tiles throughout seem nice but when wet are extremely slippery! They put some strips down outside, but you must wear footwear…! - kitchen is good size, but not well equipped, so basically not really for cooking majorly, thus missing utensils or cheap versions. - dining chairs are too low - place smelled like dog first few days, floor needs better cleaning! Good coms/fixes: - shower at first didn’t work properly, but they came fast and fixed. Generally we enjoyed the place only to an extent, that it was nice architecture with a view a lot of animals around, quite private, large dining deck and cool at night, but the location is high in hills and therefore much cooler, wetter and in clouds, so hardly touched the pool and when wanting outdoors we went to the valley for sunshine. We stayed a week. Enjoy

10

Osiris

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

New place, clean and friendly!

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Jose

28 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Canavida Villa was amazing! The views were stunning, the space was clean and beautifully designed and the host was incredibly welcoming. We loved every moment.

10

Kevin

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 12 nights

Absolutely amazing location with stunning views. The property is new, well maintained, clean and has everything to need for your stay. We stayed in the Tucan villa, the pool was perfect and the covered deck was great on warm rainy days. The staff was super friendly and easy to connect with through What’sApp. Uvita beach is a short drive away, lots of good restaurants nearby. We stayed 12 nights and didn’t want to leave! We will definitely come back here if in Costa Rica again.

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Ruslana

31 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is super clean, mattresses are comfortable and kitchen is fully equipped. View is just breathtaking, you can enjoy sunset from pool. Owner and staff are friendly and responsive, feels like home. Just only one thing to be aware of is gravel road to the property that takes about 15 minutes

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Marcella

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved CanaVida, the property was beautiful, the condo was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The staff were very happy and friendly. We used the laundry service, which was fast and a great price. The resort also arranged a massage for us and they came right to our room - it was also fantastic! The location is far enough from the busy town of Dominical and Uvita yet close enough to go into for shopping, restaurants and entertainment. We highly recommend CanaVida Jessica and her team are wonderful!

10

Tyler

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and the maintenance guy was super nice showing us the property and how to get in

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Rooms

Villas are modern, spacious, and comfortable, many with well-equipped kitchens. Some noted layout quirks, limited storage, minor AC noise or shower temperature issues, and occasional privacy concerns between adjoining rooms.

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renee

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Fabulous location and (mostly) fabulous villa, lovingly decorated with fun, little holiday decorations . What a view! The indoor kitchen and living areas were adequately supplied with everything we needed to live comfortably. We also really enjoyed the outdoor living areas - - the pool setting, comfy chairs, covered porch area with a really nice grill and - -bonus - - outdoor grassy play area complete with a trampoline!!! While the Quetzal villa was delightful, it did have a couple issues that we noticed and reported to management. They were immediately responsive but were unable to resolve the issues while we were there. (1. sewer gas smell in bathrooms - - we solved by covering sink and shower drain pipes and 2. AC in Master BR made clicking sound which they said is normal and we eventually got used to it.). We would definitely stay here again - - and will probably ask for this unit if we make it back to Canavida in the future.

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Sebastien

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay at Canavida condo. The place was clean, modern, and comfortable. The view is spectacular!

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Amiram

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Our stay at the villa was excellent. The villa was very spacious with large, comfortable rooms. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the pool was well-maintained and beautifully lit even at night. Communication with the hosts was excellent! One drawback – the villa is located on a slope, which on the one hand offers a stunning view of the sunset and the ocean, but on the other hand can be a bit unsafe for small children. ⸻

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Paul

6 Dec 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

It seemed a very nice villa on top of the hills with a view. We were happy when we first arrived, though after 20 mins the electricity shut off, for 2,5 hours, in dark with kids, the team did respond real fast and the tech came by to fix the emergency light that didn’t work. Positives: - The view is very nice - the grounds are greener than on the pics - the house is quite large and rooms have good bathrooms, but villa 8 second bedroom is separate, weird! - the furnishing is nice wood, well styled - aircons work Not so goods: - long dirt gravel road 6km, also a positive, as we had a 4x4, so be sure to have a high clearance or 4x4. - no washing machine available - tiles throughout seem nice but when wet are extremely slippery! They put some strips down outside, but you must wear footwear…! - kitchen is good size, but not well equipped, so basically not really for cooking majorly, thus missing utensils or cheap versions. - dining chairs are too low - place smelled like dog first few days, floor needs better cleaning! Good coms/fixes: - shower at first didn’t work properly, but they came fast and fixed. Generally we enjoyed the place only to an extent, that it was nice architecture with a view a lot of animals around, quite private, large dining deck and cool at night, but the location is high in hills and therefore much cooler, wetter and in clouds, so hardly touched the pool and when wanting outdoors we went to the valley for sunshine. We stayed a week. Enjoy

10

Josee

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our favourite stay while in Costa Rica. The villa was absolutely wonderful. We had everything we needed and more. We had an amazing panoramic view with lots of wildlife. I already miss my morning coffee on the patio with the amazing view and nature sounds.

10

Jason

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Love this property! This is our second time staying here and highly recommend. The property has amazing views, the rooms/villa are all new and well appointed with all you may need. I recommend a 4x4 as it is up the hill but the drive is well worth it. Communication is always amazing.

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Jose

28 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Canavida Villa was amazing! The views were stunning, the space was clean and beautifully designed and the host was incredibly welcoming. We loved every moment.

10

Mark Jeffrey

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 14 nights

The property consists of approximately 10 individually designed villas. So, I can only comment on our villa. Almost new, could do with wardrobes or at least more shelving. Access road is 6km along a very uneven dirt track, steep in parts. Managed with a smallish 4x2 SUV, but you would def be better off with a 4x4. Beautiful views, birds and the sunsets were gorgeous.

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Wai Hing

9 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We drove from Ojochal side and the Google map link took us through the right road side. We eventually did get there. We stayed in Toucan (3 bedroom). The communication was on point. The road is indeed unpaved and it takes us about 15 min. We did have a 4x4 but didn’t really need to use the function only when it rained. We did notice the adjoining bedrooms, we can hear each other’s conversation. We were 2 couples and had to decide which rooms would give us more privacy. The place was real nice and cool. There’s AC in all the bedrooms and living room. The kitchen has most of what you’ll need to cook a meal. We couldn’t get the AC on and it was immediately addressed. We had to play with the shower to get the right temperature. It’s either very hot water or cold. We didn’t get a chance to address this. We’d stay here again. We felt safe and comfortable.

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Kyle

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful location on the mountain but it is up a dirt road approx 15 minutes from the main paved road. The place was clean, sizable, and had all the amenities needed. The pool outside had gorgeous views. This place really makes you feel like you are in nature and we saw many birds (toucans, parrots, guan and turkey vultures). We heard the monkeys late in the evening and at night but never did lay eyes on them. From our table outside we could see the boats chasing the whales while we ate breakfast. We could see the whales spout/blow and even could see the tails as they eventually dove deep. It was a peaceful place.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, responsive, and helpful, with excellent communication and assistance arranging activities, massages, and fixes. There was an isolated report of poor communication and a few issues not fully resolved during a stay.

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James J

12 Mar 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Hotels dot com screwed up the reservation, but Jessica at the property did everything she could and made sure I️ have accommodations for my trip. She’s there to help and does a great job at that. The road going to the site is dirt, but that’s expected in CR. The pool at the smaller condos is amazing. Infinity, with fantastic views and the right depth to hang out and enjoy life. Definitely going back there the next time I’m in Uvita!!

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David

26 Jul 2023

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This property never communicated with me or sent over any information regarding my stay. There is literally no way to communicate with anyone there. We ended up driving 15 minutes up a dirt road to try and find the property hoping a manager would be there and there was nobody there. I have tried contacting the property through expedia, through their website and calling the “number”. Absolutely no communication. I got charged almost 300 dollars and I fully expect this to be refunded promptly.

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Kristine

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!

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Jason

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Love this property! This is our second time staying here and highly recommend. The property has amazing views, the rooms/villa are all new and well appointed with all you may need. I recommend a 4x4 as it is up the hill but the drive is well worth it. Communication is always amazing.

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Kevin

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 12 nights

Absolutely amazing location with stunning views. The property is new, well maintained, clean and has everything to need for your stay. We stayed in the Tucan villa, the pool was perfect and the covered deck was great on warm rainy days. The staff was super friendly and easy to connect with through What’sApp. Uvita beach is a short drive away, lots of good restaurants nearby. We stayed 12 nights and didn’t want to leave! We will definitely come back here if in Costa Rica again.

10

Ruslana

31 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is super clean, mattresses are comfortable and kitchen is fully equipped. View is just breathtaking, you can enjoy sunset from pool. Owner and staff are friendly and responsive, feels like home. Just only one thing to be aware of is gravel road to the property that takes about 15 minutes

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brian clay

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

We stayed for 8 nights in the Caracara house. It had everything we needed and had a great stay! Alberto and all the staff were helpful, friendly and amazing. The views were breath taking. We stayed in June 2025, during the rainy season and were so thankful we rented a 4wheel drive vehicle. We explored a lot and had a blast!

10

Marcella

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved CanaVida, the property was beautiful, the condo was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The staff were very happy and friendly. We used the laundry service, which was fast and a great price. The resort also arranged a massage for us and they came right to our room - it was also fantastic! The location is far enough from the busy town of Dominical and Uvita yet close enough to go into for shopping, restaurants and entertainment. We highly recommend CanaVida Jessica and her team are wonderful!

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Marcella

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was beautiful! The condo was comfortable, clean, modern and had everything we needed. The water was safe to drink, hot showers, BBQ. We used the laundry service it was quick and a good price. We seen monkeys, Toucans, parrots, and Morpho butterflies from the beautiful pool and lounge area. The customer service was amazing and everyone was very happy and friendly. They arrange a wonderful message for us and the therapists came to our room (it was SO GOOD!) the location is far enough away from the busy Dominical town, yet close enough for a visit and some shopping. Short drive to many beautiful beaches, gas stations, restaurants, waterfalls and shopping. Great communication from booking to check out. Jessica and her team did not disappoint!! Highly recommend CanaVida.

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Natalie

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

An INCREDIBLE time at Canavida. The area is stunning. The team that runs the resort is fabulous. We stayed at Casa Oropendola. The view of the Pacific was INCREDIBLE. As was the wildlife. The whale tail beach (and national park) is just down the hill and it's amazing. Playa Hermosa is also great (and has lifeguards). Loved the local waterfalls too (just a short drive away). I suggest renting a 4x4. It will make the drive easier. Lots of options for groceries at the bottom of the hill. We stayed for 6 nights and could have happily stayed even longer. FYI, Uvita is used to tourists so you can get around with little/no Spanish.

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Location

Hilltop setting delivers sweeping ocean and wildlife views and a peaceful, nature-immersed vibe. Access involves a 4–6 km unpaved, steep road (about 15–20 minutes; 4x4 often recommended), and while secluded, it’s a short drive to Uvita, beaches, and waterfalls.

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Prein

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautifully furnished and comfortable condo nestled in a jungle setting overlooking the ocean. Sparkling clean infinity pool, full kitchen, BBQ pit on back patio, excellent service from host and staff. The 5k maintained rock road to get there from main hwy is a bit of a rough drive but well worth it. This was our 5th trip to Costa Rica and we have stayed at many wonderful places- but none as amazing as CanaVida. Only stayed 2 nights- wish we had stayed 2 weeks!

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Lars

27 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Det er et fantastisk sted som kun kan anbefales! Vi havde lidt udfordringer med cikader som larmede helt vildt og ødelagde lidt af oplevelsen, men det var stadig virkelig fedt! Ligger 20 min væk fra byen og vejen dertil er bumpet og kraftigt kuperet.

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renee

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Fabulous location and (mostly) fabulous villa, lovingly decorated with fun, little holiday decorations . What a view! The indoor kitchen and living areas were adequately supplied with everything we needed to live comfortably. We also really enjoyed the outdoor living areas - - the pool setting, comfy chairs, covered porch area with a really nice grill and - -bonus - - outdoor grassy play area complete with a trampoline!!! While the Quetzal villa was delightful, it did have a couple issues that we noticed and reported to management. They were immediately responsive but were unable to resolve the issues while we were there. (1. sewer gas smell in bathrooms - - we solved by covering sink and shower drain pipes and 2. AC in Master BR made clicking sound which they said is normal and we eventually got used to it.). We would definitely stay here again - - and will probably ask for this unit if we make it back to Canavida in the future.

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Berco

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great villa. All new and well maintained. Stunning location, close to the jungle and overlooking the pacific. House has all facilities. Be mindful there is a 15 min or so gravel road to the main road / village

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Brian

31 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely epic view. Incredible accommodations and very friendly staff. We had a very short stay and wish we could have been there longer. Highly recommend. The only challenge is the treacherous drive up/down the mountain. It is not paved and very rocky. You’ll need a 4x4 vehicle.

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Paul

6 Dec 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

It seemed a very nice villa on top of the hills with a view. We were happy when we first arrived, though after 20 mins the electricity shut off, for 2,5 hours, in dark with kids, the team did respond real fast and the tech came by to fix the emergency light that didn’t work. Positives: - The view is very nice - the grounds are greener than on the pics - the house is quite large and rooms have good bathrooms, but villa 8 second bedroom is separate, weird! - the furnishing is nice wood, well styled - aircons work Not so goods: - long dirt gravel road 6km, also a positive, as we had a 4x4, so be sure to have a high clearance or 4x4. - no washing machine available - tiles throughout seem nice but when wet are extremely slippery! They put some strips down outside, but you must wear footwear…! - kitchen is good size, but not well equipped, so basically not really for cooking majorly, thus missing utensils or cheap versions. - dining chairs are too low - place smelled like dog first few days, floor needs better cleaning! Good coms/fixes: - shower at first didn’t work properly, but they came fast and fixed. Generally we enjoyed the place only to an extent, that it was nice architecture with a view a lot of animals around, quite private, large dining deck and cool at night, but the location is high in hills and therefore much cooler, wetter and in clouds, so hardly touched the pool and when wanting outdoors we went to the valley for sunshine. We stayed a week. Enjoy

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Kimberly

2 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved Canavida! If you want the hustle and bustle of a city, this place isn't for you. But if you want to be in the middle of nature with spectacular views, this place is heaven. It is well equipped with everything you need, and is the perfect place to unwind and relax. Just make sure to bring in whatever groceries you need before you start the drive up the long dirt road. The road was fine, but we were glad we had a 4x4 with high clearance. We could have driven without it, but it was easy with it.

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Kevin

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 12 nights

Absolutely amazing location with stunning views. The property is new, well maintained, clean and has everything to need for your stay. We stayed in the Tucan villa, the pool was perfect and the covered deck was great on warm rainy days. The staff was super friendly and easy to connect with through What’sApp. Uvita beach is a short drive away, lots of good restaurants nearby. We stayed 12 nights and didn’t want to leave! We will definitely come back here if in Costa Rica again.

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Hugo Urena

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Las villas son hermosas, las vistas impresionantes! Nos encantó. Lo único que quisiera resaltar es que si os quedáis en villa oropendola, tener mucho cuidado si tenéis niños chicos. Para llegar a las villas también es un poco complicado. Es necesario tener vehículo todo terreno. Aparte de eso, todo estuvo genial. Muchas gracias!

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vanessa

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Maison bien équipée avec une vue splendide. Explications fournies par la propriétaire pour atteindre la maison très claires. Par contre route d'accès cahotique sans 4x4 et longue (5km). Une fois qu'on a atteint la maison, on n'a pas très envie de ressortir dîner.

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Dining

Most guests self-cater using well-equipped kitchens and outdoor BBQs. There’s little mention of on-site restaurants or breakfast.

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Prein

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautifully furnished and comfortable condo nestled in a jungle setting overlooking the ocean. Sparkling clean infinity pool, full kitchen, BBQ pit on back patio, excellent service from host and staff. The 5k maintained rock road to get there from main hwy is a bit of a rough drive but well worth it. This was our 5th trip to Costa Rica and we have stayed at many wonderful places- but none as amazing as CanaVida. Only stayed 2 nights- wish we had stayed 2 weeks!

10

Alexandra

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 8 nights

Canavida is an amazing place and we’re really happy we found it. It’s brand new and the owners are slowly building the place out so we were lucky to be one of the first people to stay here. From the start, David had great communication and was super accommodating when our trip was delayed. He also kindly upgraded us to a larger villa and the property was amazing. The living and dining room was spacious and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could need to cook (the sushi and sake set was also a big plus). Having AC in the main rooms was a big plus as it does get hot when the sun enters the property. The best part was definitely the view and the pool - it was a fantastic place to watch the sunset every day. David and Jonathane were helpful throughout our stay, answering any questions we had promptly. They also have great local connections and were able to hook us up with tours and a surf school. The property is about a 10-15 minute drive up a dirt road from the main shops and restaurants of Uvita. We were there in the dry seasons and had no problem doing it in our SUV in 2WD but if it was wet 4WD would probably be needed. David also offered to have someone go down to Uvita for us if we needed something picked up and didn’t want to drive into town. Overall we had an amazing stay and would highly recommend Canavida to anyone looking for a place to stay in Uvita!

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Amiram

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Our stay at the villa was excellent. The villa was very spacious with large, comfortable rooms. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the pool was well-maintained and beautifully lit even at night. Communication with the hosts was excellent! One drawback – the villa is located on a slope, which on the one hand offers a stunning view of the sunset and the ocean, but on the other hand can be a bit unsafe for small children. ⸻

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Abigail

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

What an excellent property! The family that runs it is dedicated to making sure all guests (including kids) have a great vacation. The property is fairly new, and the owners are always improving it. Behind the condos is a grassy area with a trampoline and badminton—perfect for kids or your inner child. Our six-year-old loved the pool and trampoline. At dawn and dusk, the property comes alive with the wildlife you come to Costa Rica to see. Have your binoculars ready by the pool deck for the show—and don’t miss the sunsets and starry skies. The condos were clean and well-equipped for cooking. The propane grills had everything we needed to grill out. It’s about 5KM/3Mi up the mountain, a 20-minute drive. We visited in March 2025 and used a driver (Caleb—highly recommend) to get up and down. It’s around 10Mil or $20 each way, worth it for the incredible views. I’ve traveled the world and this place will forever stand out. I’m already planning to stay for a month or two in the future. The team was excellent—very communicative and helpful—and even arranged everything with our driver Caleb, who was amazing and always available, including early morning pickups.

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Paul

6 Dec 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

It seemed a very nice villa on top of the hills with a view. We were happy when we first arrived, though after 20 mins the electricity shut off, for 2,5 hours, in dark with kids, the team did respond real fast and the tech came by to fix the emergency light that didn’t work. Positives: - The view is very nice - the grounds are greener than on the pics - the house is quite large and rooms have good bathrooms, but villa 8 second bedroom is separate, weird! - the furnishing is nice wood, well styled - aircons work Not so goods: - long dirt gravel road 6km, also a positive, as we had a 4x4, so be sure to have a high clearance or 4x4. - no washing machine available - tiles throughout seem nice but when wet are extremely slippery! They put some strips down outside, but you must wear footwear…! - kitchen is good size, but not well equipped, so basically not really for cooking majorly, thus missing utensils or cheap versions. - dining chairs are too low - place smelled like dog first few days, floor needs better cleaning! Good coms/fixes: - shower at first didn’t work properly, but they came fast and fixed. Generally we enjoyed the place only to an extent, that it was nice architecture with a view a lot of animals around, quite private, large dining deck and cool at night, but the location is high in hills and therefore much cooler, wetter and in clouds, so hardly touched the pool and when wanting outdoors we went to the valley for sunshine. We stayed a week. Enjoy

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Adam

30 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wow what a view! This place is next level and has a fully stocked kitchen. I recommend bringing food to make as the closest store is quite the trek. We will be back!

10

Jose

28 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Canavida Villa was amazing! The views were stunning, the space was clean and beautifully designed and the host was incredibly welcoming. We loved every moment.

10

Ruslana

31 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is super clean, mattresses are comfortable and kitchen is fully equipped. View is just breathtaking, you can enjoy sunset from pool. Owner and staff are friendly and responsive, feels like home. Just only one thing to be aware of is gravel road to the property that takes about 15 minutes

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Marcella

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was beautiful! The condo was comfortable, clean, modern and had everything we needed. The water was safe to drink, hot showers, BBQ. We used the laundry service it was quick and a good price. We seen monkeys, Toucans, parrots, and Morpho butterflies from the beautiful pool and lounge area. The customer service was amazing and everyone was very happy and friendly. They arrange a wonderful message for us and the therapists came to our room (it was SO GOOD!) the location is far enough away from the busy Dominical town, yet close enough for a visit and some shopping. Short drive to many beautiful beaches, gas stations, restaurants, waterfalls and shopping. Great communication from booking to check out. Jessica and her team did not disappoint!! Highly recommend CanaVida.

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Wai Hing

9 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We drove from Ojochal side and the Google map link took us through the right road side. We eventually did get there. We stayed in Toucan (3 bedroom). The communication was on point. The road is indeed unpaved and it takes us about 15 min. We did have a 4x4 but didn’t really need to use the function only when it rained. We did notice the adjoining bedrooms, we can hear each other’s conversation. We were 2 couples and had to decide which rooms would give us more privacy. The place was real nice and cool. There’s AC in all the bedrooms and living room. The kitchen has most of what you’ll need to cook a meal. We couldn’t get the AC on and it was immediately addressed. We had to play with the shower to get the right temperature. It’s either very hot water or cold. We didn’t get a chance to address this. We’d stay here again. We felt safe and comfortable.

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