Inspired by French-colonial architecture and the style of Victorian homes still found in San José, Costa Rica, our hotel exudes old-world charm.

Villa Caletas expresses a truly unique combination of mountain and seaside resort. Looming 1150 feet above the Pacific Ocean, Villa Caletas shines like a jewel among resorts, prized for not only for location, design and décor, but also for outstanding facilities.

The spectacular 360-degree panorama from this tropical-jungle perch sweeps over the gulf islands of Nicoya Peninsula to the crescent beaches of Jacó, Herradura and Punta Leona, taking in the majestic mountains. Below, rainforests spread to the sandy shores, where Villa Caletas maintains its own inviting beach.

Villa Caletas has 5 Standard Rooms; 7 Standard Deluxe; 3 Standard Deluxe with Jacuzzi; 8 Villas; 6 Junior Suites; 2 Suites; 2 Suite Superior and 2 Master Suites.

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Standard Rooms
Painted an ocher patina, the elegant Rooms suggest the pages of a poetry book from a by-gone era. Each spacious Room contains 2 twins beds or 1 queen-size bed, private bathroom with ample hot water, air conditioning and ceiling fans, as well as mini-bar and coffee maker. All these rooms are decorated with Victorian-style antiques.
Standard Deluxe
Painted an ocher patina, the elegant Rooms suggest the pages of a poetry book from a by-gone era. Each spacious Room contains 1 queen-size bed, private bathroom with ample hot water, air conditioning and ceiling fans, as well as mini-bar and coffee maker. Some of the Rooms open to a balcony with an ocean view. All these rooms are decorated with Victorian-style antiques.
Standard Deluxe with Jacuzzi
Painted an ocher patina, the elegant Rooms suggest the pages of a poetry book from a by-gone era. Each spacious Room contains 1 queen-size bed, private bathroom with ample hot water and jacuzzi, air conditioning and ceiling fans, as well as mini-bar and coffee maker. The Rooms open to a balcony with an ocean view. All these rooms are decorated with Victorian-style antiques.
Villas
The Villas resemble compact apartments, with terraces large enough to constitute a sun-room. All private Villas feature ocean or garden view, cozy living room, private bathroom with hot water, hair dryer, air conditioning and ceiling fans, mini-bar and coffee maker. Bedrooms may hace various combinations: 1 queen-size bed; 1 queen & 2 twins; or 1 queen & 1 twin. The décor is Victoriana.
Junior Suite with Jacuzzi
These Junior Suites, larger than the Villas, display both better ocean and mountain views from the large terrace with a jacuzzi. Air conditioning and ceiling fans, a cozy living room, private bath with hot water, mini-bar and coffee maker provide comfortable living.
Suites
A wonderful upgrade from the Junior Suites or Villas. These rooms display a spacious and private swimming pool, air conditioning, ceiling fans, a cozy living room, private bath with hot water, mini-bar and coffee maker provide confortable living.
Suite Superior
A wonderful upgrade from the Junior Suites or Villas, these suites also display both a spectacular ocean and mountain views from a large terrace. Air conditioning, ceiling fans, a cozy living room, private bath with hot water, mini-bar and coffee maker provide comfortable living. In addition, the susites superior also come with a private swimming pool. Ideal for honeymooners!.
Master Suites
The Master Suites lie in an area bordered by gardens, evoking a palette of fuchsias, and surprising tones of green. Each beautiful suite has its own private swimming pool, bathroom with tub & jacuzzi, and and ocean-view terrace. Other amenities are air conditioning, ceiling fans, hairdryer, coffee maker, mini-bar, and Direct TV and radio in the living room. Beds are 1 king-size in one room, and 1 twin in another smaller room. The Master Suites suit those who appreciate privacy and luxury.

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Swimming pool
The vast, deep-blue pool with an "infinity" edge creates the illusion of being one with the ocean. Adding to its splendor are a miniature waterfall, an island of tropical plants, and natural-rock facing. Serenity reigns at this magnificent pool area, in keeping with the atmosphere all around the hotel.

Caletas Amphitheatre
Dramatic describes the Greek amphitheater at Villas Caletas! Eight Ionic columns grace the 150-capacity structure overlooking the Pacific Ocean and a primary forest. Concerts and arts performances take place here during the year.

Special Events and Meeting Room
With the exclusive touch that characterizes Villas Caletas, we provide the 20-person SALA MARTIGUEZ for meetings. Available for larger groups of up to 50 people is SALA ANFITEATRO offering the same impeccable service. For executive meetings, a full range of audio-visual equipment is accessible.

Restaurant & Bar
Villa Caletas has two restaurants with bars: the open-air EL MIRADOR, and the enclosed EL ANFITEATRO with an open section. In both restaurants, our chefs create tantalizing, international dishes. Views of the coastline complete the dining experience, changing to memorable sunsets with the evening meal.

Cool and spicy Gazpacho might be your choice of appetizers. Among the entrées, breast of chicken sliced and curled into a horseshoe shape and bathed in rosemary & honey sauce. Whether fish or fowl, meat or pasta, the selections combine delicious flavor with artful presentation. Desserts crown the occasion, with extraordinary pies and cakes in a variety of fruit sauces. Let the chef surprise and delight you!

Amphitheater and Bar
Relax over your favorite drink and enjoy the most incredible 360-degree vista of the Nicoya Gulf. Seating 150 people, the Greek-style structure with Ionic columns schedules classical concerts at certain times of the year.

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Overlooking a beautiful coastline, the breathtaking views bring the country to life. Villa Caletas is located in the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica, on a jungle hilltop. From each side of the mountain, rain forests spread to the sandy, quiet beaches below. The dark, emerald green of this wild, native vegetation contrasts with the blues of the Pacific Ocean. Views of lush tropical rainforests complement some of the most breathtaking sunsets you will witness. At the bottom of the mountain, Villa Caletas offers its own private beach.

Mainly renowned for the flocks of colorful, Scarlet Macaws, the region is preferred among nature lovers. The area hosts several biological reserves and wildlife refuges. Make a date with mother nature and come to a place of enchantment, a place of wild and unexplored treasure chest of all the best nature has to offer - sapphire waters, emerald vistas, ebony cats, and ruby birds.

And if you're interested in shopping and nightlife, the thriving, tourist town of Jaco lies a short drive to the south.

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Villa Caletas Special (Abril 20, 2003 - December 18, 2003)

Special Rate of US$99 plus taxes (16.39%). Single or double occupancy in Standard Room per night. Minimum 3 nights.

Special Rate of US$130 plus taxes (16.39%). Single or double occupancy in Standard Deluxe Room per night. Minimum 3 nights.

Special Conditions:

- Two children under 12 years without extra charge, sharing room with their parents according to room capacity.

- Four persons maximum per room (according to room capacity).

Additional person, US$35 plus taxes. Meals not included.



Special Offer!!!
Stay five (5) consecutive nights with us and pay only four (4).

Week-long Special!!!
Stay with us for one week (7 nights) and get a 20% on your rate and one hour of therapeutic massage per couple (½ hour each person).

2x1 Escape... close to heaven! (only for nationals and residents of Costa Rica). Enjoy two nights in double occupancy and breakfast for two people for two days. Rates from US$185 all, in Standard Room. 10% discount in food and beverage consumption. Additional persons (from 3 years old and over): US$85 (includes room, 2 nights, breakfast and taxes).

Rates for this Special
Standard	US$185
Standard Deluxe	US$200
Standard Deluxe with Jacuzzi	US$220
Villa	US$230
Junior Suite	US$265
Suite	US$310
Suite Superior	US$345
Master Suite	US$380

Rates for Rooms, Suites and Villas

Type of Room	High Season	Low Season	Special Season
	Dec 1, 2002 - Apr 30, 2003	May 1, 2003 - Nov 30, 2003	Dec 25, 2003 - Jan 2, 2004
Standard	$140	$120	$155
Standard Deluxe	$155	$135	$170
Standard Deluxe with Jacuzzi	$170	$150	$190
Villa	$180	$160	$200
Junior Suite	$215	$190	$235
Suite	$270	$230	$300
Suite Superior	$300	$260	$330
Master Suite	$330	$290	$365
Rates based on single or double occupancy. Taxes not included (16.39%). Additional person: $35 plus tax (16.39%). Meals are not included. Check in: 2pm Check out: 12 noon.

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Honeymoon Package
"A beatiful prologue to a love story"

Includes:
- Three nights in a luxury suite with private swimming pool or villa.
- Caletas sunset cocktail.
- 6 American breakfast.
- 1 Candlelight dinner with French champagne.
- 1 Hour massage therapy (½ hour each one).

Type of room	High season	Low season
	Dec 1, 2002 - Apr 30, 2003	May 1, 2003 - Nov 30, 2003
Luxury Suite With private pool and special candlelight dinner in the room (on request)	$1400 p/couple	$1220 p/couple
Extra Night (breakfast included)	$320 + tax	$280 + tax
Villa	$960 p/couple	$870 p/couple
Extra Night (breakfast included)	$200 + tax	$180 + tax
Dinner is served in the restaurant, or upon special arrangement & availability, may be brought to the room. Transfer not included.

Carara Biological Reserve
This fascinating tour takes you into the nearby Biological Reserve for a walk through the trails with a naturalist tour guide. Carara is known for it's diversity of flora and fauna, thanks to combined eco-systems of dry tropical forest and humid rainforest. It is also home to a large population of the rare Scarlet Macaws. $50, half day.

Mangrove and Crocodile Adventure
Explore the waterways and mangroves around the mouth of the Tarcoles River. An experienced naturalist guide explains the importance of this unique eco-system, while spotting various bird species. In a boat designed for optimum viewing, you'll cruise slowly along, and gasp with wonder as you enter the habitat of enormous Crocodiles. $60, half day.

Canopy Tour
Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you traverse the tropical forest on a system of cables and platforms. Aided by safe equipment and expert guides, you climb to the treetops for a bird's- eye view, then glide rapidly between each platform. Your knowledge of the forest's canopy comes with a great adrenalin rush! $60, half day.

Horseback Riding
What better way to enjoy the lavish countryside? On horseback, you'll cross mountains and pass through valley farmlands, with a treat for the eye at every mile. This is an adventure for riders of all ages and levels of experience, guided by an expert trailblazer. $50, half day.

Sea Kayaking
Paddling through warm, kindly waters, you behold the beautiful scenery of the Pacific coastline. Your kayak guide leads you to a great place for snorkeling, where tropical fish will quickly surround you. $50, half day

Manuel Antonio National Park
Monkeys, iguanas and sloths lure visitors to this unusual national park, where the forest gives way to white-sand beaches. Your naturalist guide takes you for informative walks along the park trails, and up to a sea-scape lookout point. Leisure time is reserved for the beaches and the inviting waves of the Central Pacific. $75, full day.

Arenal Volcano & Tabacon Hot Springs
En route to Costa Rica's most active volcano, you'll drive through a scenic mosaic of mountains, rainforests and pastoral valleys. Arenal volcano inspires awe with its constant, loud eruptions, and at night you'll catch the fireworks display of exploding lava that tumbles down the side. Time will be put aside for Tabacon Resort, where you can rejuvenate in the thermal hot springs and magnificent gardens. $90, full day.