Title: The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach Villa with an outdoor pool, near Coco Beach ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31723300/31723265/42ec405f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31723300/31723265/40bc6d4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31723300/31723265/ef5f5484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31723300/31723265/2ffd4ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31730000/31723300/31723265/4ebf6cab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a hilltop in Playa Ocotal, The Malinche Palace offers an unforgettable getaway. With eight air-conditioned bedrooms, a detached casita with world-class ocean views, and ample green areas for yoga or lounging, this villa is perfect for family retreats or corporate getaways. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 2220000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach Take your family, friends or colleagues on a vacation that they will always remember and cherish at The Malinche Palace. The Malinche Palace is an astonishing villa designed by the world-famous architect Víctor Cañas, who is known for his contemporary style and utile approach to architecture. The villa is located in Playa Ocotal on the top of a hill, giving it a truly breathtaking panoramic view of the beach, the ocean, and the stunning mountains and surrounding jungle of Costa Rica. With that, the house is still only 8 minutes walk from the beach, accessed by your own staircase. Additionally, the property is 6 minutes drive from the Playas Coco Downtown, as well as only 32 minutes away from the Liberia Airport. The house’s design gracefully blurs the line between indoor/outdoor living, with floor to ceiling glass, picture windows, and open areas. This open feel creates an atmosphere of tranquility and connection with nature, while still allowing complete privacy in each guest room. The property has eight air-conditioned bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, with a total of ten king beds. Each bedroom has its own spirit and style, giving each guest a unique and luxurious experience during their stay. The detached casita is cliffside with a world-class ocean view, master suite, luxury bathroom, and private balcony. Adjoining the main house is a two-story apartment with two upstairs bedrooms, a separate kitchenette, and dining area. The Malinche Palace is ideally suited for family members of all ages, a couple’s retreat, corporate getaways, or the perfect destination wedding. Overall, the house is estimated to fit 20 people, and if needed, the couches and air mattresses can be used to accommodate up to 30 people. A spacious common area connects the main kitchen and BBQ area allowing your loved ones to truly enjoy each other’s company while being surrounded by the beauty of Costa Rica. After a day at the beach, for a cozy night in, spend your evening in the movie room complete with TV, comfy couches, and a fully operating movie theatre. Or, spend your evening watching a beautiful sunset and the ocean view straight from the private pool while drinking a cold drink, then finish your day with a snuggle in the Jacuzzi. The Malinche Palace also has an ample green area allowing you to do yoga, read, and lounge while enjoying the beautiful garden. One of our most popular requests is our chef service, available upon request for an additional charge, allowing you to fully enjoy the taste of Costa Rica. Our discerning guests are also pleased to learn that solar panels provide a large portion of the power used for greater sustainability as we help to preserve the natural beauty of our enchanting land. With the utmost thought and care given in creating The Malinche Palace, there are far too many delightful surprises and amenities to list here! Our greatest desire is to make your stay with us a dream come true, and we are more than happy to help you with ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 8.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Gym - Water sports equipment ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 20,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30400000/30398200/30398109/74de160e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Playa Hermosa - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 89 reviews CA $1,469 CA $2,342 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=30398109&PinnedHotelID=30398109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![9 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45650000/45647700/45647646/5f944f10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ultimate 9BR/11BA Oceanfront Villa in Costa Rica Playa Potrero - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=45647646&PinnedHotelID=45647646&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/65000000/64991500/64991452/d7891563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Villa Just Steps To The Water Playa Potrero - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 84 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=64991452&PinnedHotelID=64991452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92010000/92005000/92004996/d570e27d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 minute walk to beach- 9 casitas! playa potrero - Pool - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=92004996&PinnedHotelID=92004996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32650000/32642200/32642190/363dd416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Ocean Front House, 6 Bedrooms, Sunset views, daily cleaning. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Malinche Palace Luxury Villa Stunning Ocean View Beach Malinche Palace Luxury Stunning Ocean View Beach playa ocotal Malinche Palace Luxury Stunning Ocean View Beach Malinche Palace Luxury Villa Stunning Ocean View Beach Malinche Palace Luxury Stunning Ocean View Beach playa ocotal Malinche Stunning Ocean Ocotal ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=10.542696,-85.71647&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7D%7Ej_A%7CndjO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%40M%40QBO%40MBQ%40MBOBMBODOBMBODODMDODMDMDMDOFMFMDMFMFMFMFKHMFMHKFMHKHKHKHKHKJKHKJKHIJIJKJIHILKJGJKJGLIJGLIJGLGLGLGJGLGLELENGLELELENELELCNCNELCNCLCNANCLANCNANALANAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40LBNBLBNDLBNBLDNDLDLDLFLDLDNDJFLFLFLFLFJFLHJFLHJFJJJFJJJHJHJJJHHHJJHJJJHJHJHJHJFJHLHJFLFLHJFLFLFLDLFLFLDNDLDLDLDNDLDNBNBLDNBNBL%40NBLBP%40L%40NBP%40L%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FPAL%3FPAN%3FNANALCPALANCNCNALCNCNELCNCNELENELELENELELGLGLENGLGLGJILGJGLIJILGJIJILIJIJKJIHKJIJKHKHKJKHKHKHKHKHMFKHMHKDMHMFMFMDKFOFMDMDMFMDMDOBMDODMBOBMDOBM%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40OBO%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAO%3FMAOCOAOAMCOAOCMAOCMEOCOCMEMEOCMEMEMEOGMEMGMGKEMGMGMIKEMIKIMGKIKIKIMIIIKKKIKIIKKKIIKKIKIKIMIKIKGMIKGMIKGMGKGMGMEOGMGMEMEMEOEMEMEOEMCOCOEMCOCOCMAOCOAOCMAQAMAO%3FOAO%3FQAM%3FQ%3FM&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=q3sSXAKpoSCjvCNjAuffbTDIYIc=) playa ocotal, guanacaste #### What's nearby - Ocotal Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Coco Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 7 min drive - 1.8 km - Playa Hermosa - 12 min drive - 7.3 km - Playa Calzón de Pobre - 14 min drive - 8.1 km #### Getting around - Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coconutz Brewhouse - ‬7 min drive - ‪Zi Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪Father Rooster - ‬11 min walk - ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬7 min drive - ‪Bar El Ancla - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach located? > Situated by the ocean, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Ocotal Beach and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Malinche Palace luxury villa with the stunning ocean view,close to the beach Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 37 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Travis S. Jun 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This property is one of a kind. If you’re thinking about renting this house don’t second guess yourself. If I could give a 10 star review I would. The only thing I would change is that we didn’t stay long enough. ##### Travis S. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy J. Apr 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful time! Julia was very welcoming and responsive to any questions we had. Thoroughly loved her home ##### Cindy J. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Venu A. Apr 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Stay Place was amazing, we had an awesome time. The sunset views was spectacular. Its very close to the beach. Julia was a fantastic host. Kids had a blast in the pool. The house was perfect for our group of 19. You will not be disappointed booking this place. Julia helped us renting golf cart, which we used to go around the town. Tons of places to eat in town. She also arranged for massages in house and that was perfect. I highly recommend booking this place. ##### Venu A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria S. Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous house The house was exceptionally aesthetically pleasing and expansive. It offered a breathtaking panoramic view of the ocean. ##### Maria S. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Igor S. Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had the best vacation at The Malinche Palace. We had the best vacation at The Malinche Palace. The property was gorgeous and comfortable. Everything was so lovely. Julia went above and beyond for each part to make sure the property was perfect everyday. I would highly recommend this place for the big groups. ##### Igor S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivannia S. Mar 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Casa Malinche House is beautiful only that appliances need upgrades. Grill not working refrigerators did not cool well. And lots of steep hiking to reach the beaches. Not walkable for elderly people. Which website did not specify. ##### Ivannia S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd A. Jan 24, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay I planned a work related retreat to this location and it worked out perfectly! The staff were great and helpful. Julia, the house manager, was easy to work with. I would recommend Malinche to anyone that wanted to visit Costa Rica!! ##### Todd A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeannie S. Feb 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely beautiful Julia was a wonderful host and communicated quickly. The maids were so kind, did an excellent job, and chef service was very good! Used Mauricio for excursions and he was so personable and made everything more fun! Loved our stay, would definitely recommend! ##### Jeannie S. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James M. Mar 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wife’s Birthday! We had a group of 14 adults and the house was amazing!! Everything was amazing the bartender Carlos was great, The car service was amazing and the chef dinners were delicious!! ##### James M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francisco H. Jan 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing home !!! Julia and her husband were great hosts we loved the way they took care of us. Even when calling them at night they always responded. The home is clean and well kept. The views are amazing also. I would highly recommend this home to friends and family. ##### Francisco H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen R. Dec 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Malinche palace We loved our stay at Malinche. The house is set up perfectly for large groups and families. Quick drive to various beaches, awesome pool for days at the house, Andrey was a great tour guide and the house cleaning and gardening crew were wonderful. We are restaurant folks and cooked most meals at Malinche. Could use a few bowls in the kitchen but we grilled, baked and sautéed with great success. Loved the open kitchen living area but could use a locked cabinet or box for foods that attract the birds and raccoons. The house is so well designed it really made for a very social hub while providing privacy in the bedroom suites. House has some minor issues such as: tv in garden room didn’t work, oceanfront casita toilet runs and the raccoons are quite skilled at getting into kitchen cabinets and trash. But overall it was pretty close to perfect and no one wanted to leave!! ##### Karen R. Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan M. Sep 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unbelieveable Experience!! We were celebrating a friends 40th birthday with 7 couples. The house was amazing and setup perfectly for everyone to have there own space with a great common area and pool to hang out together. We will most definitely be back with our kids to enjoy the experience! Julia was a fantastic host and made sure we had everything we needed. The rest of the staff was top-notch as well!! ##### Ryan M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### J D., Corsicana, TX Jul 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beauty by the ocean We only saw the owner at check in. We used Mauricio for all transportation and event planning. He’s wonderful! Very accommodating and gave suggestions for outings, grocery shopping and dining. The house is beautiful, but it’s outside living. All bedrooms have ac, but the rest does not. The views are gorgeous! ##### J D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chelsea M. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property 14 of us celebrated together and had a wonderful time. The host couldn’t have been more accommodating. She communicated great and always responded quickly if we had any questions. The chef service was worth every penny. Food was great and all the additional staff were amazing as well. The area was safe, the house was well stocked, and Mauricio was icing on the cake. He was so attentive to all of our needs and made everything happen for us without any hiccups! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a large space, love outdoors, sunsets and beautiful views! ##### Chelsea M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly H. Jul 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Celebrating my 40th Property fit us all well as, we had every room full. We had breakfast provided every morning which they serve huge portions, potentially could've order less. Housekeepers, professional and very sweet. We also, enjoyed massasages that were phenomenal. Maurico is the driver they recommended for the property, he was outstanding on communication with transportation to and from airport. He also set us up with golf carts to enjoy driving to Coco beach and throughout town. It made for awonderful way celebrate my birthday. ##### Kelly H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer D. Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Wonderful Vacation for 16 Friends Julia, the host, was extremely accommodating and responsive before and during our visit. She quickly responded to all texts via Whatsapp and handled any concerns with care. For example, the dryer stopped working in the middle of our stay so she replaced it with a new dryer. She even replaced a TV in one of the rooms with a new one. The maid service was daily and very helpful throughout our stay. Would highly recommend Carlos, the bartender. He comes prepared with his own fruits for making frozen drinks that were absolutely incredible. His banana coladas we so delicious! Just be sure to tip well! We even tipped the maid service at the end of our stay. They were worth it! The cook was good but be prepared for bland food, not much seasoning, but still worth using the cook when everyone is around. Our first meal we had the night of our arrival was a Costa Rica dinner which was perfect after traveling all day. Everyone seemed to enjoy it! Don't order the pizza from the cook. We had to recook the pizza and guests still didn't like it. We ended up ordering pizza from Pizza Hub which was pretty good. Would recommend renting a golf cart or rental car even with the bad roads. Paying for a driver can get expensive. The one thing we didn't like was that everyone asks for payment up front in cash, supposedly to avoid the 13% tax, but it became a pain to gather large sums of cash from all the guests for the cook, driver, tips, excursions, etc. Overall, we had the best vacation! ##### Jennifer D. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. Apr 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular Cuisine, Views, and Staff I’d recommend this to anyone looking for a getaway. It is wonderful to be walking distance to the beach with amazing views inside & out. This place is a gem of a place to stay for many unexpected reasons. First of all, the chef is exceptional. We would highly recommend that people with young children who are looking for an amazing culinary experience book this place. The empanadas were as big as our heads. The sushi was a feast for the eyes and the bellies. The breakfasts were wholesome and filling. The desserts were incredible. We fed 8 picky eaters ages 5 to 9 and the kids devoured every single meal provided. Secondly, there is a “private” access beach called Playa Gringo and if you are in decent enough shape to hike there (and it is quite an uphill and curvy hike) it is the softest sand and cool sea creatures. We saw only a couple people each time we visited - such serenity and curiosities. We tremendously appreciated the cleaning staff. My 6 yr old was thrilled to have a girl (staff’s daughters) to play, eat, and play tag. The kids were thrilled to have another kid to play with and to listen to her Spanish words as she colored (“rojo” “Azul” etc). The curtains are sheer in several rooms You need to be careful about your room selection and lights at night if you are modest. Things I would do differently: -I would have brought pillowcases -Brought vacuum water bottles that keep ice water cold because neither the filtered tap drinking water nor the water cooler water were cold and even putting bottles in the freezer didn’t work. -If I had known that the incredible chef is Filipino, I would have requested a Filipino meal for one of the nights. -If I knew that jacuzzi means only bubbles and not warm water, I wouldn’t have gotten my hopes up. I’m a wimp and the pool and jacuzzi were too cold for me to enjoy. That being said, my husband loves a crisp cold dip on a hot day and the kids and my friends did not complain. I absolutely wholeheartedly recommend this breathtaking home and kind hostess. The palace was gorgeous, comfortable, and fun. We saw interesting birds and plants right on the property in addition to the adorable lizards. While other reviews had me worried about safety of property and bugs, we were not bothered by either (except for 1 night my legs were eaten by mosquitos because my daughter left the bedroom door open for 5 minutes w/ the lights shining). This was a carefree dreamy vacation. I hope many others will come! ##### Sarah S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Honwan B. Dec 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Time to be had by all! We had a group of 12 people, including 3 couples and 3 singles. The property was perfect for this group. Although the property is slightly dated, everything was extremely well kept and inviting. The Hosts, Max and Julia were very attentive to our needs and request; simply great hosts. So much so that they started us off on day one with fresh sliced fruits and drinks, upon our arrival. The kitchen area was the focal point, where everyone congregated daily for meals, drinks, swimming, laughs and pics. We did have an issue with the kitchen refrigerator on the 3rd day, where all of our food had to be thrown away. Fortunately there was a regular sized refrigerator in one of the rooms that we used for the duration of the trip. It would have been nice jester to replace the food. The rooms were clean, extremely comfortable and mostly bug free. Note to remember, you are in the brush and bugs are to be expected bit as long as we kept out light to a minimal at night(the lights will attract bugs and they may find a way in) it was fine. Our transportation specialists, Mauricio and Herman were WONDERFUL! He didn't seem like our transportation specialist but like apart of the group, which made the experience even better. They arranged all excursions and shopping runs and they're end price was more than reasonable so tip them well. Also, the cleaning staff was great but one person in particular, that was at the villa most of the time, was extremely kind and personable, to the point that she felt like apart of our group. We really loved the staff! In addition to the excursions and of course the property, Julia set us up with the local massage company and everyone agreed that it was THE BEST massage any of us EVER had. It was an hour long and was a quarter of the cost that we would normally pay at a nice spa in US. It is 200% worth it. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to anyone because of the following: 1. Great Host (Thank you Julia and Max) 2. Lovely property 3. Staff feels like family 4. MAURICIO and HERMAN! 5. Great Location (about 35 min from airport) 6. Hidden Beach! A few things to note: 1. The hidden/secluded beach amazing But....it is a hike, literally so any. If you are not in decent shape and have any nagging issues don't go. 2. Keep the lights off as much as possible during the evening. 3. Keep the kitchen clean at night, raccoons will clean up if you don't. 4. Relax, this is the perfect place for it. PURA VIDA! ##### Honwan B. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandy D. Feb 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Brandy D. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandy D. Jan 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Costa Christmas! The minute you walk through the door the view is stunning! The house is an amazing architectural wonder with a perfect view of Playa Ocotal. Close to Coco, walking distance to two beaches, and Father Rooster restaurant. You can get fishing trips and jet skis trips out of Ocotal. The house is tidied up each day and you can have a chef if so desired. The outdoor living is Costa Rica at its finest! Our family of 10 had more than enough space to spread out and relax. We appreciated all they did to make it a Christmas Vacation to remember. ##### Brandy D. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chuanxiang C. Feb 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Michael Very nice property and it is good for up to seven couples group ##### Chuanxiang C. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie A. Jul 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Womens Retreat I hoated my annual womens retreat at this location. Everything was as described & the pictures do not do this beautiful home justice. Julia was very helpful and attentive, helping to ensure we had everything we needed leading up to the trip. Mauricio and Team were very helpful in planning excursions and getting us around. I recommend planning to use their transportation service instead of Uber due to the personalization of the experience and attentiveness of the drivers. The house was cleaned daily and the cleaning team did a wonderful job as well. I can’t say enough things about this home and the level of service and care provided. Looking forward to returning. ##### Valerie A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Abigail C. May 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning View and Property Julia was great to communicate with. She provided all the necessary information like driver info, which made my stay easier and was always available to answer any questions that I had. The property came with a housekeeping staff which made sure all the rooms were clean. Overall the property is stunning with breathtaking views from every angle. Some of the bedrooms need updating and had some minor cosmetic flaws like defective/ not working led mirror lights, outdated sinks and decor. Some areas like the guest house could use a fresh coat of paint to revive the overall aesthetics of the rooms. I would not recommend using their “personal chef” that comes with the property. The chef doesn’t cook on site and the meals were not what I had selected from the menu I was provided with. I had originally intended to use the chef for the entire trip but I cancelled after day 2 and when I realized the chef wasn’t on site to cook for us. The housekeepers were the ones bringing the breakfast and lunch over to our villa. ..Which were the exact meals both days, no variety or change. There are many restaurants nearby that you will enjoy or stock your groceries beforehand if you’ll be cooking. The freezer section of refrigerator in the kitchen was not working so only a half of it was able to be used. Our driver Mauricio and his partner Herman that was recommended by Julia were amazing! They were always available anytime we wanted to go anywhere or needed anything. Highly recommend them!!!! Overall my group and I had a terrific vacation in Costa Rica at the Malinche Palace. ##### Abigail C. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shantell T. Oct 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### EXCELLENT Stay Malinche Palace is excellent. Julia, Max, Mauricio and Herman are simply the best. My first visit to Malinche was in March 2022 with family. I enjoyed the home and location so much that I knew I had to return. October 2022, I stayed again with my line sisters and we had a great time. The house, the meal, the drivers, Julia and Max is top notch! Book Malinche, you will not want to leave. ##### Shantell T. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel H. Aug 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous views, spectacular home! My extended family of 20 people all stayed on this beautiful property. Everything was easy access and owners were responsive. It's close enough to coco that we actually walked into town, though you need to be in decent shape with the hills. We loved our large community living area- all the kid had a blast!! Totally recommend. ##### Rachel H. 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