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Bahia Pez Vela – reviews, photos

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Playa Ocotal, Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
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Bahia Pez Vela
4.5 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
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“Great as always - Villa #2”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012
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This is our fourth trip to Costa Rica. Each time we have chosen to base ourselves out of a villa at Bahia Pez Vela. This trip we were traveling in a group of 5 - my wife and I, our 3 year old and my parents. We booked a different unit via VRBO this trip (#2) then in the past. We have typically stayed in Villa Mariposa (#10), which is adjacent to the pool and had spectacular views. This time we were once again beachfront, but had the advantage of a big "lawn" for our 3 year old to play in with the neighbors children.

The units all vary in types of beds in each. Villa #2 had a queen in the master, ocean-facing bedroom had two singles with trundle slide outs, and the street-facing had two single beds. The unit was clean and well-equipped. The owners had stashed a bunch of baby gear: high chair, pack & play and tons of children's books and toys. It was very well-received by our little one. In addition, they had sit-top kayaks available for us which were a neat perk over past trips to paddle the coastline.

The restaurant on site, Picantes, next to the pool, has seen better days. Mostly from lack of use. It is the end of the road and few people are coming out from the other resorts. On this trip, they no longer serve breakfast and open at noon. We ate one night there and it was fine. For families staying in other units (being on the ridge), not having to leave for lunch is a nice perk. Plus adult beverages make basking in the pool quite nice.

Our nearly two weeks of constant sun and warmth was good as always.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Evanston, Illinois
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great family vacation spot.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
1
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We had a beautiful time. We'll be back. it's a comfortable and carefree spot to spend a week or two, an ideal base for any kind of adventure, and perfect for a family vacation.

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“A True Vacation”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2011
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Our villa at Bahia Pez Vela was more than we could have asked for. The accomodations were very comfortable, the staff went out of their way to help us and make our stay as relaxing as possible. Their assistance in tour planning, local business and restaurant referrals, and overall welcoming made a difference. All of the employees from the gate attendants to the gardening staff were pleasant and friendly. We were very pleased with the Bahia Pez Vela experience!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Amazing place & location to stay!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2011
5
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We booked a 3 bedroom villa at Bahia pez vela. We asked ahead of time if we could get a villa closer to the beach & the pool & they accommodated us. We stayed for a week. The house was beautiful & well equipped. The kitchen, bedrooms & bathrooms were clean. The house had 2 1/2 bathrooms. We had to get our beach towels from the office & turn them in to get clean ones again. Cesar in the office was very helpful with giving us ideas for day trips & helped arrange them or get in touch with the right people for cabs etc. We took a snorkeling trip & we were recommended to take a sail boat "Sea Bird" which was amazing. Cesar also helped book a trip to Rincon de la Vieja where we did Zip lining, tubing, horse back riding etc. The cab driver stopped on our way back at the supermarket so we could get milk, bread, eggs etc. The restaurant at the resort was very good & would improvise the menu to our needs. Danny & Alyson were very helpful. The restaurant opens at 12 & closes at 8pm. So, we are on our own for breakfast & snacks. We ended up bringing a few things & ended up cooking a few meals. The resort was amazing & we had the beach & pool to ourselves a lot of the times. Villa # 5 is a minute to the beach, pool & the restaurant. We would highly recommend this place as a great get away.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Jerusalem, Israel
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“My stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2011
3
people found this review helpful

I stayed at Playa Ocotal in October. The place is a few only a few minutes out from the city.
Overall, the place has all you need for a relaxing vacation. The pool is very nice, and fits very nicely into the view from the rooms. The bay is also a big attraction. It is a bit small an closed off, but it is calm and nice for swimming, and i even saw dolphins in it once. Furthermore, there are a few nice walks between the beaches (the nearby bays).
Beyond that the Villas themselves are very nice. The upper floor contains the bedrooms, which are all very nice, and the bottom floor has a well furnished kitchen, and a porch.
Bottom line, i would definitely recommend it.

  • Stayed October 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Playa Ocotal, Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
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