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Esencia Hotel & Villas

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel near Santa Teresa Beach

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Interior
Bar (on property)
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, manicures and pedicures
Exterior
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2 Km North of Cruce de Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 50201
  • Place, Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmen Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cocal Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Triple Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Villa | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Villa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Teresa

Close to the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach. Cocal Beach and Grande Hermosa Tidepool are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Teresa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carmen Beach - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cocal Beach - 12 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Hermosa Beach - 20 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Manzanillo Beach - 30 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Tomate - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Namoré - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gula - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Esencia Hotel & Villas

3-star spa hotel near Santa Teresa Beach
As a guest of Esencia Hotel & Villas, you'll find an outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. Esencia Hotel & Villas also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Cóbano hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 19 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Esencia Hotel & Villas offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Microwaves and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Esencia Hotel & Villas

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 5 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Esencia Hotel & Villas to the airport?

Esencia Hotel & Villas is 9 mi (34-min drive) away from the Cóbano Airport (ACO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Esencia Hotel & Villas?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esencia Hotel & Villas on Jun 7, 2026 start from $93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Esencia Hotel & Villas have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Esencia Hotel & Villas.

How close is Esencia Hotel & Villas to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Santa Teresa Beach and 10-minute walk from Carmen Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Esencia Hotel & Villas offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Esencia Hotel & Villas, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Esencia Hotel & Villas?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Esencia Hotel & Villas?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Esencia Hotel & Villas?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Esencia Hotel & Villas have a pool?

Esencia Hotel & Villas features an outdoor pool.

Does Esencia Hotel & Villas have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, mani/pedis, and body treatments.

How close is Esencia Hotel & Villas to downtown Cóbano?

Esencia Hotel & Villas is 0.1 mi away from Santa Teresa.

Esencia Hotel & Villas Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 224 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, nice quiet rooms and walkable to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean room and great staff. Mattress was terrible ( Too firm and springy).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with easy access to break
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel

Very beautiful hotel close to the beach. Everything was good. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people and great property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice an beautiful property, and the owner and staff are very good people.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Close to the beach
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for kids, locaton is ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Odinney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay at Esencia!

We had a wonderful stay at Esencia! The staff were so friendly and helpful. The grounds and pool were beautiful, well kept and clean. The rooms are set back from the main road so it was very quiet and we enjoyed listening to and seeing birds and monkeys from our balcony! Great location as well-directly across the street from the main surf break and next door to an excellent restaurant, Somos.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Seif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Javier was super awesome !!! The place is cool. Nice swimming pool.and super convenient to the beach and also to a store and many restaurants nearby
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres Monzon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good Service
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful. Staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I LOVED my stay at Esencia. The people were absolutely amazing that worked there. Very friendly, helpful, and kind. The property itself is in the most perfect location - right across the street from the beach, walking distance to everything, and was clean and wonderful. I very much enjoyed my stay there.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, Beds and pillows were comfortable. I had a coffee maker and fridge in the room. Had a Hammock on our front deck to lay in. Pool was fantastic. Would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sweet bungalow with kitchenette. Nice décor and porch with teak furniture and hammock. Attractive pool area, and restaurants within short walk. The air conditioning makes for good sleeping as it’s hot and humid. Staff has been warm and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is large and beautiful! Well taken care of! The pool is wonderful too! Great place to stay with the family or as a couple. Only note is if you stay in a villa, request one a few up the hill. Unless you are there for the party and to stay up late. The music sounds great, just goes late.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRANÇOIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique town with a very laid back vibe. We loved the ease of it all. The only down side was that the room did not have an iron or hangers (we were there for a wedding). The front desk Clerk Annabelle was wonderful and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, neat little property. Stayed in small hotel room. Clean with simple and pleasing teak decor and tended grounds. A/C and patio or porch with chairs, table and hammock. Staff has been kind and helpful. Not a resort. A good value. Enjoyable pool area. Close to restaurants. Short walk to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023