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8.6

96 reviews

Esencia Hotel and Villas

Esencia Hotel and Villas

2 km north of Cruce de Playa Carmen , Santa Teresa, 50201, Costa Rica

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Esencia Hotel and Villas

Esencia Hotel and Villas, a 3-star retreat in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, sits about 0.3mi from the city center. Address: 2 km north of Cruce de Playa Carmen. A convenient base for beach days and strolls along the coast.

Facilities shine with an outdoor swimming pool (free), private parking (free), and complimentary Wifi. Air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable, while a terrace, garden views, and a private entrance add a touch of privacy. Beach access, garden space, and a playground await, along with free on-site parking and free beach chairs/loungers; snorkeling and horseback riding are available for extra charges, and shuttle services (airport or other) carry additional fees.

With 96 reviews backing its charm, Esencia Hotel and Villas offers a breezy Costa Rican stay just steps from Santa Teresa’s coastal vibe.

Beyond the lobby, a year-round outdoor pool invites sun-seekers to soak up the Costa Rican vibe. With a shallow end and an adults-only policy, it’s easy to find a mellow moment after a day on the beach.

Payment options keep budgeting simple: cash is accepted, and American Express, Mastercard, and Visa are welcome.

Accommodations offer a variety of layouts. The Queen/Twin Room, Pool View sleeps 2 adults and features 1 Queen bed plus 1 Twin bed. The Double Room, Sea View sleeps 2 adults. The Quadruple Room, Sea View also accommodates 2 adults. For families, the Family Villa runs 474 sqft and sleeps 2 adults and 1 child, while the Family Villa, King/2 Twin accommodates 4 adults and 2 children. Other options include the Room With Pool View (sleeps 2 adults, 1 child; 1 Queen bed plus 1 Twin), the Superior, 2 Twin, Pool View (2 adults, 1 child; 2 Twin beds), and the Superior, Pool View (2 adults, 1 child; 1 Double bed). The King/2 Single Room, Pool View sleeps 2 adults and 1 child with a King bed.

Closest airports

Tambor Airport

12.3mi

Punta Islita Airport

20.2mi

Nosara Airport

40.3mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Playground

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Double Room with Pool View in Esencia Hotel and Villas

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King/2 Single Room, Pool View

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

Minibar

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This room has a terrace with pool views and is air conditioned. It also offers free toiletries, and has a closet and a safe deposit box. The bed available could be either 1 king bed, or 2 single beds.

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Superior, 2 Twin Beds, Pool View

2 Twin Beds

345 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The spacious twin/double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a terrace with pool views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Family Villa

475 sqft

Kitchenette

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

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The villa is more spacious and can sleep up to 4 guests. It is air conditioned and offer a seating and dining area. The kitchenette comes with kitchenware. Free toiletries are also available. The terrace has garden and pool views. The room rate is based on 2 guests.

Family Villa in Esencia Hotel and Villas

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Family Villa, King/2 Twin

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

475 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

x4

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Room With Pool View

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Superior, Pool View

1 Double Bed

Balcony

Minibar

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Esencia Hotel and Villas

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Superior, 1 Twin Bed, Pool View

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

Minibar

x3

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Standard Suite - Tamar Suite in Peppers Silo Launceston

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Triple Room

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

580 sqft

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Patio

x3

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Standard Room

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Queen/Twin Room, Pool View

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Sea View

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Quadruple Room, Sea View

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Guest reviews

8.6

96 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Cindy

10

January 2025

The whole property is fantastic! Private porch. The very nice and friendly staff

Sta Teresa. Not my style . Road is stupid. For all the money in this village they cant make a pedestrian sidewalk?

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Tobias

10

January 2025

It was quiet, very clean, comfortable. I was traveling alone but it is perfect if you are traveling with kids. The pool gets cleaned every morning. Definitely recommodation!

Actually nothing

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Pame

9.1

January 2023

Pretty much everything. The location is perfect if you want something a little more relaxed within Sta Teresa, but still close to everything. great staff and great villas.

the road up the villas is not paved, so it would be nice if they had a golf cart or some kind of “transportation” to bring the luggage to the room easily. It didn’t have a place to have breakfast or just chill with other people; only the pool.

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Fiona

10

February 2023

the property had big rooms, adequate kitchen, and great location (beach access across the street and a 2 minute walk down to the water). There was also plenty of restaurants we could walk to as well as a small grocery store. The pool was great for our family. the staff were very friendly and helpful. we could hear music from nearby bars late into the evening but it didn’t disturb us. would recommend for families!

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Annie

9.1

March 2024

Beautiful property. We came during dry season and it was so lovely how they spray down the plants at night. Such a peaceful sanctuary within Santa Teresa. Highly recommend. Staff was so friendly and welcoming too.

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Patricia

8.2

April 2025

Location and security were great. Villa was comfortable and clean.$

We thought breakfast was included but we were mistaken.

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Leonard

9.1

December 2023

Nice accommodations near beach and a couple of good restaurants. Pleasant staff and well kept grounds. Nice pool. Cabins are roomy.

The town is very dusty with no sidewalks. Great place for surfers. No complaints about the hotel

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Anayanci

9.1

January 2024

Love the place, perfect space, clean and comfy, I would love to comeback!

The pool was a little dirty , like stuff coming from the walls, but nothing that I good cleaning wouldn’t fix!

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Harry

10

February 2025

Very clean and the staff was great, it’s so close to the beach, it was a great place to stay

Everything was good

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Greg

10

April 2023

the pool area was beautiful, the villas were like a little home with everything we needed. The wildlife on the property was so good to see and we could easily walk to the beach and cafes.

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Points of Interest Around Esencia Hotel and Villas

Attractions

Cabo Blanco Absolute Natural Reserve

6.4mi

Tortuga Island (Isla Tortuga)

20.6mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Esencia Hotel and Villas

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Playground

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Esencia Hotel and Villas

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property