Title: EVIA Life Resort - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111398335&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # EVIA Life Resort Villas in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca with kitchenettes and furnished patios ## Photo gallery for EVIA Life Resort ![3 outdoor pools, free cabanas - EVIA Life Resort (Puerto Viejo de Talamanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111398400/111398335/45b96e68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/55dbad97-23b0-4dcb-97fc-13f091eff4b3-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace - EVIA Life Resort (Puerto Viejo de Talamanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111398400/111398335/b19221ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace | Balcony view - EVIA Life Resort (Puerto Viejo de Talamanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111398400/111398335/45130391.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - evening/night - EVIA Life Resort (Puerto Viejo de Talamanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111398400/111398335/ea8e9573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies EVIA Life Resort provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this villa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=111398335&PinnedHotelID=111398335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Terrace ![Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Terrace | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111398400/111398335/7aa3fd7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Terrace ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Mini-fridge Dining table Hypo-allergenic bedding - 301 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds - Garden view ### View all photos for Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace ![Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111400000/111398400/111398335/ad92a221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Mini-fridge Dining table Hypo-allergenic bedding - 301 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCahuita-Hotels-Gaia-Puerto-Viejo.h111398335.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCahuita-Hotels-Gaia-Puerto-Viejo.h111398335.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, EVIA Life Resort is near the beach. Punta Uva Beach and Cahuita National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Finca La Isla Botanical Garden and Talamanca Family Art. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby. [Visit our Puerto Viejo de Talamanca travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Viejo-De-Talamanca.dx177983) [View more Villas in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Viejo-De-Talamanca-Villas.d177983-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.66103%2C-82.78863&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YvxCAyUHUkmt7eFIheocrCRc2R0=) 800 meters west of Hotel Banana Azul, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Limón, 506 ### What's nearby - ![Beautiful, if a bit rough, beach in southern Costa Rica. #beach ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532964647/0815f556-b86a-4afc-8c00-e0c3386e52fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Playa Cocles 15 min drive \- 7.5 km - Black Beach 11 min drive \- 4.6 km - Bri Bri Waterfalls 12 min drive \- 7.7 km - Finca La Isla Botanical Garden 12 min drive \- 5.0 km - Talamanca Family Art 13 min drive \- 5.4 km ### Getting around - Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) 66 min drive ### Restaurants - Cocomar Comida Caribeña 8 min drive - Hot Rocks 8 min drive - Café Viejo 8 min drive - Puerto Pirata 8 min drive - Azul Beach Club 4 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### EVIA Life Resort Villas in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca with kitchenettes and furnished patios This smoke-free villa features 3 outdoor pools, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. All 10 villas provide conveniences like dining areas and sitting areas, plus free WiFi and kitchenettes. Guests will also find furnished patios, room service, and premium bedding. Change of towels is available on request. EVIA Life Resort offers 10 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star villa have kitchenettes with separate dining areas and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers. This Cahuita villa provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site. 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Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=25140894&PinnedHotelID=25140894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Black sand beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - 3 outdoor pools - Free pool cabanas ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cleaning supplies - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Mini-fridge - Water dispenser ### Dining - Champagne service - Dining table - Room service (limited hours) ### Bedrooms - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area - Window screens ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Fully-fenced - Furnished patio - Outdoor furniture - Terrace - Vegetable garden ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Daily housekeeping - Free bottled water - Limited-hour front desk - Meal delivery service - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle rentals - Bicycle storage - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Ziplining nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 10 units - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle rentals - Bicycle storage - Biodegradable coffee stirrers available - Biodegradable drinking straws available - Built in 2025 - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Grey water recycling system - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - Property does not allow children - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Vegan dining options - Vegetable garden - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options - Water dispenser usage encouraged - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Gaia Puerto Viejo. EVIA Life Resort Villa EVIA Life Resort Cahuita EVIA Life Resort Villa Cahuita ## Frequently asked questions ### Does EVIA Life Resort have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at EVIA Life Resort? ### Is EVIA Life Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at EVIA Life Resort? ### What time is check-out at EVIA Life Resort? ### Where is EVIA Life Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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