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Encantada Ocean Cottages

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
Garden view
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, string lights, and tropical plants.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Desde Carretera 34 Esterillos Este, 100 Mts. Norte Del Hotel Pelicano, Parrita, Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Esterillos Este
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Esterillos Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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Cottage, Pool View, Poolside

Cottage, Pool View, Poolside

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cottage, Garden View, Garden Area

Cottage, Garden View, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Parrita

A family-friendly stay in Parrita awaits you at Encantada Ocean Cottages. You'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Bejuco Beach and 8 km (5 mi) from Esterillos Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, beachside massages and mani/pedis. The bistro, Encantada Bistro & Bar, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Parrita hotel include Judas Point and Hermosa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Esterillos Este - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Esterillos Beach - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hermosa Beach - 21 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Jacó Beach - 38 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Herradura Beach - 61 min drive - 48.2 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mezcal - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Patio Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Valhalla - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizzería El Vago - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Don Toro Beach - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Encantada Ocean Cottages

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Have fun in the sun at Encantada Ocean Cottages with summer activities such as surfing/body boarding, horse riding and surfing lessons.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Parrita hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1995
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Encantada Ocean Cottages offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Encantada Bistro & Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1995
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 cats reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Encantada Ocean Cottages
Encantada Ocean Cottages Esterillos
Encantada Ocean Cottages Hotel
Encantada Ocean Cottages Hotel Esterillos
Encantada Ocean Cottages Costa Rica/Esterillos Este
Encantada Ocean Cottages Hotel Esterillos Este
Encantada Ocean Cottages Esterillos Este
Encantada Ocean Cottages Hotel
Encantada Ocean Cottages Parrita
Encantada Ocean Cottages Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Encantada Ocean Cottages?

Yep, Encantada Ocean Cottages has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Encantada Ocean Cottages?

Yep, Encantada Ocean Cottages is a short 10-minute walk from Playa Esterillos Este. Fun beach activities include yoga, volleyball and surfing. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Encantada Ocean Cottages?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Encantada Ocean Cottages have a pool?

Encantada Ocean Cottages has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Encantada Ocean Cottages a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as pillowtop beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Encantada Ocean Cottages.

Is Encantada Ocean Cottages family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Encantada Ocean Cottages is a hit with families.

Does Encantada Ocean Cottages serve breakfast?

You bet, local cuisine brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Encantada Ocean Cottages?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Encantada Ocean Cottages?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Encantada Ocean Cottages?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Encantada Ocean Cottages?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Encantada Ocean Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staffs, nice room but no tv, great WiFi,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Amenities
Perfect place to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute paradise. Beautiful, lush grounds, beach to ourselves, gorgeous cottages, friendly staff and excellent restaurant
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with the exceptional staff!
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and service, super relaxing and the food was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay at Encantada! Impeccable service, comfi beds, great warm pool, good food, and amazing beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent treatment, gorgeous place, peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service, friendly people, overall great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stopped in for one night on our way through and it the property was a dream! A peaceful oasis with very kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend this property to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed being just steps away from the beach and the pool and the main dining facility. Excellent service and wow - the breakfast juices and dishes were so fresh and amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a stay with the “pura vida” vibe that is quiet and relaxing beautiful pacific ocean beach on your doorstep, literally, quality restaurant a few steps away and attentive and caring staff you have found the right place!.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iling

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

We had a great time!

My family and I had an amazing time at Encantada. The place was so quaint and cozy and we felt very welcomed. My kids loved the pool and the easy beach access. They also loved the 2 resident cats on the property. Our meals were some of the best we've had in Costa Rica, especially the whole fried red snapper at dinner time. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Gorgeous stay with sloths nearby!

Absolutely wonderful hotel. The room was clean and beautifully decorated. The pool was great for the whole family. The restaurant and ocean views were fantastic. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at Encantada Ocean Cottages with our family of four. The staff was amazing, kind and very helpful. The grounds were beautifully kept. The property and cottages are secluded, clean and wonderful. I can’t say enough good things about our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Encantada has it all!! We loved every minute of our stay. The property is gorgeous, staff friendly and helpful and the food… amazing! We also enjoyed fun surf lessons and relaxing yoga. Our family of 4 didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at this relaxed, quaint and chill facility. The pool, beach and beach amenities are superb. It is not a busy place - perfect for people and families looking to escape the high energy of the city or beach towns. The cottages are very well-maintained, well-appointed, quiet and clean. Food is great and service is excellent. We highly recommend recommend the yoga and surf lessons, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the whole vibe and all employees. We had issues w a big roach in our loft and a bat moving around above son’s bed and dropping dust or maybe guano on his pillow.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

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

Paradise Found

The BEST place I ever stayed (and I’ve traveled a lot). Close to Quepos/Jaco and not far from Manuel Antonio. The food was great, the customer service was excellent, the cottages super cute and beds very comfortable. The pool right outside our cottage and the ocean always in view with outdoor beds and hammocks = dream spot! Yoga was awesome. I will recommend Encantada to all. It is an oasis and was exactly the vibe we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Ewanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful and relaxing property. Staff is very helpful. Rooms are kept clean on a daily. The chef is flexible with your meal substitutions and requests. The food is fresh with healthy options . Transportation offsite for exploration is hard as well as pricey especially if traveling solo. Other than that everything was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

Excellent Stay

We are a family of 4 and we got the room right in front of the pool. Room is clean and the pool is just a few steps away from our room. My teenager daughters love it. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. Location is excellent! The beach is just right in front of the hotel. In the late afternoon, you can see the thick clouds and storm coming in. I would strongly recommend this place if you are looking for a quaint and safe beach town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, friendly staff, and beach front property. The cottage is located in a much quieter town of Parrita, which is 1 hour north of Manuel Antonio NP and Quepos area. We loved how peaceful and away from the big tourists area this place is. There's a restaurant and bar in the property which is a nice option. Breakfast is included which a good plus. The pool is heated and a pretty good size for lap swim. We really liked this hotel but there are two negative factors and that's why i rated it a 3 star. First, there's a strong musty smell in our cabin. It's the type of smell that permeates that whole room and it stuck to our luggage and all our clothing materials even after washing them. I believe the smell is coming from the humidity, rain, and all the moisture from the ocean. It's simply stuck in the old wood structure and no amount of air freshener can cover it. The other issue we had are the dogs in the area. They tend to bark and howl past midnight and can be quite disturbing. i suffer from insomnia and being woken up in the middle of the night pretty much kills my whole sleep cycle. We ended up leaving much earlier than we had booked. Overall, our cabin was clean but it could use a lot of TLC and maintenance. The fridge in our room was very small, old, and had rusty grate. The furniture were quite old.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate

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

Amazing Energy

This space is absolutely wonderful. We had an amazing time at this beachfront resort. We stayed in a poolside cabin. The bed was the most comfortable of my 4 different locations this trip. It was well appointed with extra pillows, speakers, lamps, outdoor sink and a close line. The AC worked great and was much needed. We enjoyed the salt water pool, the drop in yoga sessions lasting 1.5 hrs and all of the ocean front seating/lounging options. Their chef is amazing! All of the food was top notch, no matter what time of day. Even if you are not a guest here, I would take the time to eat at this restaurant. They have live music on Thursdays from 4-6 with a discounted happy hour. Some local artists set up the wares to shop as well. Communication was excellent both pre-stay and during. They were extremely helpful with directing and assisting us to local tours and setting up our own private driver, Andrea. The black sand beach is beautiful, not crowed and stretches forever. Sunset is a must. During the day that sand is blistering hot, wear flops or run for the water line. Tiffany works really hard to ensure her guests are comfortable, have their needs met, all while directing the beehive of cleanliness and service. Everyone's energy here is very special. They feel like a lovely family and not just staff working a job, EVERYONE! I would recommend this space to anyone, especially those not interested in the hubbub of Jaco. This space is created with love to share with others. Yessss
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Superschöner Strand

Kleines aber feines Hotel direkt am flach abfallenden und feinen Sandstrand. Perfekt für Surfanfänger Restaurant mit kleiner Karte. Leckere Gerichte und gute Drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accès direct à la magnifique, longue et large, plage Esterillos qui est idéale pour la marche, la baignade ou le surf. Yoga et surf disponible à l’hôtel. Personnels très gentils et serviables. Accès facile, stationnement de l’hôtel gratuit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024