Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown

Pool
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)

House in Tamarindo

14 guests · 7 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

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About this house rental

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Welcome to Villa Motmot, proudly hosted by Stay in Tamarindo. The villa has a green soul and an exciting story to tell. The owners have supported rainforest protection for over 30 years, and in 2020, their goal with Motmot was to create a low carbon footprint building. Located in the heart of Tamarindo, the ecological villa offers 3 terraces, an oceanview rooftop, saltwater pool, and a biodiverse garden, all just a short walk from beaches and attractions.

Standout Features:

• Oceanview rooftop terrace.
• Spacious private saltwater pool, soft and gentle on the skin.
• Nestled in a garden with over 60 local plant species, supporting the area's wildlife.
• An exterior deck for your morning yoga, immersed in pure nature.
• Walking distance to the city center.
• The villa recycles all wastewater through a sophisticated septic system, using almost no drinking water for irrigation.
• The villa's high ceilings reduce the need for air conditioning by letting warm air rise.
• The multistep filter provides chemical-free drinking water without a softener.
• Organic waste is composted to reduce waste and nourish the lush garden.
• Recycling bins are placed to make sorting materials easy.

SURROUNDING

Villa Motmot is set just behind the busy center of Tamarindo on a hill that affords a 360-degree panoramic view from the home's rooftop terrace.
The property is located about an hour from the Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia (LIR)
From this home, you can easily access supermarkets and pharmacies
Surf breaks up and down the coast making this the perfect home base for your surf vacation!
You'll love exploring Tamarindo's boutique shops and international restaurants

LUXURY SERVICES INCLUDED

Elite Service Standard** – your stay includes:

• Breakfast preparation (you supply the groceries)
• Cocktails and snacks preparation until 2:00PM (you supply the groceries)
• Daily cleaning and laundry
• Adriana, your personal and dedicated concierge

UPGRADE YOUR STAY
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Elite Service Premium**
(Minimum 10 guests & 5 nights)

Upgrade your stay for just $29/day and enjoy:

• Authentic Costa Rican Breakfast (Mon - Sat) – Groceries included
• Roundtrip Private Airport Transfer – Hassle-free travel to and from LIR
• Local Culinary Experience – Savor one traditional dinner (ask for details!)

With our Elite Service Premium, simplify your life with just one click! For only $29 per person per day (+taxes), relieve yourself of the stress associated with organizing key vacation elements. Upgrade your stay with our exclusive service, by clicking on this optional add-on during your booking process.

SPECIAL OFFERS

We are currently offering a 10% discount*, feel free to inquire if it applies to your dates.

HOLIDAYS

Holidays are exciting, but before you book, please check your dates and only select one of the following when making your holiday reservation. Please contact a reservation agent before booking if your dates are different than the following to find a way to accommodate you. Our holiday dates for 2024 & 2025 are:

EASTER WEEK AND THANKSGIVING
• Thanksgiving (November 24 - December 1, 2024)
• Easter Week (April 12 - April 20, 2025)

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS
For reservations with arrival dates between December 18, 2024, and January 6, 2025, please contact us, as certain weeks may have specific requirements.

MUSIC FESTIVALS
Please contact us before making an online booking during music festivals dates. Restrictions may apply.

HOLIDAY DATES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CANCELLATION POLICY BECAUSE ALL HOLIDAY DATES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

TERMS

We highly recommend you visit and review our Terms and Conditions page to know all the details about your trip, payments, security deposits, cancellation policies, and more.

Additional guest fee
This home accommodates a standard number of guests, with the option for additional occupancy at an extra fee. For further details, please contact our reservations team.

Additional guest fee
This home accommodates a standard number of guests, with the option for additional occupancy at an extra fee. For further details, please contact our reservations team.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(8 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
May 2024
We had a lovely stay at villa motmot, the house was plenty big enough for our group of 10. It’s basically a duplex that can connect on the bottom floor, so there are two living spaces. The roof was a great place to hang out while the sun set and the pool was very nice to get a break from the heat outside. Maria was lovely, it was great to have the floors cleaned every day and all the other daily cleaning she did. It definitely made our vacation more relaxing.
5.0 / 5.0
Jan 2024
We had a group of 11 people comprised of teenagers to grandparents. The house was extremely clean, the house manager was friendly incredibly nice and responsive and the housekeeper cooked a good breakfast each morning.
5.0 / 5.0
Apr 2023
Beautiful home with plenty of room to spread out. Great pool for morning swims and late afternoon relaxation. Wonderful rooftop, with beautiful views, was our spot to hang out after dinner. Concierge - Cris and Adriana were fantastic and helped with anything we needed! Our housekeeper Maria was so kind and very attentive to the home. Highly recommend MotMot!
5.0 / 5.0
Feb 2023
We had a group of 11 friends that rented the house and had an amazing time! It was large enough to give everyone their own room and space. The pool was clean and refreshing, amazing views from the roof and a close walk to town. Working with the Stay in Tamarindo team was very easy and convenient. Adriana was a great manager, Cristina was a very helpful concierge and Maria a wonderful housekeeper! Would recommend to anyone!
5.0 / 5.0
Feb 2023
Our stay at Villa Motmot couldn’t have been more perfect. From the time of booking until the day we left, things were pretty much seamless. Our concierge Cris and Adriana took care of every little detail, and Maria our housekeeper was fantastic. We’re a group of 40’s and 50 something’s that love to cook and entertain so the kitchen being well appointed was a treat. We arranged to have some provisions (beer, water, coffee, fruit etc) delivered before our arrival and everything was there neatly put away. The rooms and decor are very well done. Beautiful showers with great water pressure, and the beds, linens, and towels were luxurious. This was our second time in Tamarindo, and we would certainly stay in a Stay In Tamarindo property again. Another note, rent golf carts. They are the best way to get around. They will drop them off and pick them up for you. No hassle! Nicole
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2022
Great property for entertaining and relaxing with friends and family.
5.0 / 5.0
Feb 2022
Amazing Place!
Amazing Place!
This house is fantastic. The yard is a tropical paradise on its own. The house is spacious clean and well appointed. Just a short walk to the heart of town. The best part of our stay were the property managers who bent over backwards to help us line up activities, get groceries, rental cars, covid tests for the return trip and everything we could have possibly needed. We highly recommend it and would love to stay here again in the future.
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Jan 2022
Gorgeous Villa, Great Location, Service Needs Some Work
Gorgeous Villa, Great Location, Service Needs Some Work
All in all, we had a wonderful vacation...some hiccups and kinks to be worked out as I know this property is new to VRBO. Check-in and out were easy and seamless. Andrea was great and responsive to our needs. One of the villas lost water for close to 15 hours which created an issue. Angela was responsive and the issue was fixed by mid-morning the following day. The property is beautiful and comfortable, great layout for an extended family vacation. The kitchen could use some attention, beware neither villa has a stove! If you plan on cooking a lot neither villa is particularly well equipped for cooking big meals. The location is great but you MUST have transportation to make your stay more enjoyable. Lots of poor communication and balls dropped by the concierge and we were out of transportation. The concierge was sub-par for this property, slightly disorganized and a lot of backtracking, we were disappointed. She stepped up her game while we were there but the last thing I wanted to do ON the trip was go back and forth with the concierge, it should have been done prior to our arrival. For the cost of the villa, nothing should be sub-par, I would expect slightly better service. Also very disappointed with the transportation company that they recommended we use, Paradise Rentals. Avoid them if possible. We stayed for 7 nights which meant housekeeping came only once during our stay. Again, given the cost of the villas, housekeeping should be offered every other day as well as linen service. Despite our best efforts the floors, in particular, were VERY dirty...the last thing you want to do on vacation is clean floors and towels. All in all, any of our complaints and criticisms are manageable and I'm confident the property managers will improve over time. We made the best of our situation, we loved the villas and the location...the attention to detail and customer service need a little work. And those villas should NEVER lose water. Thankfully we had both villas and could use the other side but if we were in just the one villa it would have been a huge issue.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Tamarindo?

The average price for a rental in Tamarindo is $335 per night. This rental is $1,451 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown. Enjoy the water!

Is Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Eco-friendly Villa with Oceanview Rooftop & Private Pool – 10-Min walk to downtown?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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