COSTA RICA FINEST PRIVATE RENTAL DATES OPEN IN 2025SEE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
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Terrace/patio
9.7 / 10.0
Outstanding(27 Ratings)

House in Alajuela Province

30 guests · 12 bedrooms · 13 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

EL Castillo De Esparza also known as the "Castle" is famous amongst the rich and famous and now available for rental. El Castillo De Esparza is the most prestigious, luxury Private Estate/villa (El Castillo De Esparza) in Costa Rica. This secure, private estate (over 45,000 square feet) is perfect for romantic getaways, family reunions, friend getaways, corporate retreats, celebrity rental, incentive travel, weddings, and events. Enjoy beautiful views of the Gulf of Nicoya and the Pacific Ocean beyond!

El Castillo De Esparza features 2 large multi-room suites and 8 spacious bedrooms. It can easily accommodate groups from 2 to 30! Luxuriate in the private pools, large hot tub, 175' water slide, golf chipping and tennis court. A private spa is located within the walls and more!

One of the most famous landmarks in Costa Rica originally owned by a Belgian Contessa, the Main House of El Castillo De Esparza was designed by a noted German architect who created the various spaces using Costa Rican hardwoods and artisans.

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Keywords: Estate, The Castle main house is 25,000 sqft, central air condition plus 2 guest houses, 10 bedrooms 10+ bathrooms, Spa, 2 guest houses, 175' Waterslide, pool with swim up bar, Full-time staff of 10 (all have been employed with us 10+ years), Chef Nicholas to prepare 3 meals a day, concierge, bartender, 2 housekeepers daily with turndown service, ground keepers Huge pool and jacuzzi, fitness equipment, Tennis/basketball court, chipping/putting golf greens, Life-size Chessboard, organize your own private fireworks or bands to dance the night away. Beautiful sunsets on one of our two verandas overlooking the Pacific Ocean, lush tropical landscape with waterfalls and fountains throughout, enjoy the sights and exotic wildlife sounds of Costa Rica.

It is difficult to calculate the pricing of large group accurately through VRBO pricing so please contact us. Let us know how many persons are in your party so we can give you the exact pricing. This rate is less than the best hotels in Costa Rica...and you get exclusive use of the entire property....fully staffed by ten professionals including our award-winning Chef and a Concierge!

Basically, figure a COST OF 220- $240 PER PERSON per night depending on the size of your party. Please contact me for exact rates for the size of your group as the matrix on this website does not allow us to always publish the lowest possible rate. For example, the rate for 2 is less than the rate for 30! Our rates vary on the time of year and the size of your group, but even with all our amenities, you will pay a lot less than if you were booking hotel rooms at Costa Rica's best hotels. And you don't have to go out to dinner at high priced restaurants when you have your own executive Chef prepare three meals a day to your requests using only the freshest of ingredients, fine meats, fish and shrimp, fresh local vegetables and fruits, something different every day..
Your clothes washed and pressed as appropriate on the same day!

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.7 / 10.0
Outstanding(27 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Feb 2023
This place is spacious and gorgeous and takes the Pura Vida motto to heart. It easily accommodated our large group of 16 adults. The staff were helpful, happy and part of our family by the time we left. Our dirty laundry magically disappeared and returned clean and folded or hung. We made use of all the outdoor amenities like the water slide, pool, hot tub, putting green, and tennis court. Our mornings started with coffee on the veranda and then a full breakfast was served buffet style. We had lunch on the veranda or by the pool. We had drinks on the upper terrace at sunset every night. Then we went to the dining room for some of the best meals we have ever had. Live entertainment and a day trip were arranged for us. We simply could not have asked for more. This was a visit to remember for the rest of our lives.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2019
Everything we could hope for
Everything we could hope for
Our stay was awesome! We had 15 people and there was more than enough room for everyone. There were even empty bedrooms. I can't say enough good things about the staff. They were there to take care of everything for us. Transportation was arranged even with our last minute plans. The food was the best. The chef even made a HUGE birthday cake for our birthday celebration. Ana made sure we had everything we needed and even had a local children's dancing group come in and perform for us. Josue went with us when we left the property as the perfect tour guide. He even took us to a local spot to swim under a huge waterfall. Everyone had a great time and we all want to go back. We go on trips with our family each year. This was one of the best. And the service cannot be topped!
10.0 / 10.0
Apr 2019
Amazing Hideaway Property
Amazing Hideaway Property
I have visited this amazing property several times over the years with good friends for a long weekend of kicking back in a warm climate during the miserable tail end of a New England winter. This is a great place to do exactly that. Our group of friends have visited for purely fun times with our wives and also been down for an annual economic summit with business colleagues. Either way, it is pretty near impossible not to relax and de-stress here whether here for personal time or to solve the worlds economic challenges. The property has something for everyone; tennis, a beautiful pool with swim up bar, a crazy water slide (yes, a bunch of 50-60 year old guys flying down the water slide did happen), a lovely poolside building for lunch (seats 20 or more) and a multi-level chip and putt with 6 hole locations. Inside the main house there is a media room, poker room, library, billiards table and a dining room on the outdoor portico looking over the distant bay. The staff will arrange day trips to rain forests, deep sea fishing out of several local ports, boat trips up the many rivers full of crocks and tropical birds, zip lining, historic properties and shopping. That said, while we have gone out and done many of these fun things; there are years when we just hang out and enjoy the property playing mini golf, putting contests, poker games, tennis and floating in the pool with a Dark n’ Stormy and a fine Cuban cigar. Leaving the best for last, the staff at this property are AMAZING and very attentive to all the guests. The swim up bar is always manned and dinning can be coordinated with the head of household. The cuisine is world class and most everything we enjoyed were locally sourced and thus very fresh. I cannot begin to say enough about the chef at this property. He and his team are prepared to provide you with everything from a pig roast to fresh fruits used in concert with local seafood/lobster/; wonderful soups both hot and cold; homemade breads and desserts; breakfast lunch and dinner are always a treat. If you have something special you would like the kitchen to prepare; you can count on a wonderful dining experience. If you are interested in getting away from the madness of the tourist crowds and looking to spend some quality time with friends and family or if you are looking to combine business and relaxation in a beautiful place; this is just that place.
10.0 / 10.0
Mar 2019
Spectacular Venue
Spectacular Venue
A Private Villa with spectacular amenities to accommodate up to 20 or more guests; excellent cuisine; amazing adventures; wonderful staff; Great place for special occasions with family and/or friends.
10.0 / 10.0
Jan 2019
Wonderful holiday
Wonderful holiday
Uniquely beautiful tropical hillside location. Amazing pacific views, spectacular sunsets, attentive friendly staff and great food. Thanks so much!
10.0 / 10.0
May 2018
Stephanie K.
Stephanie K.
El Castillo de Esparza was a dream come true vacation!!! It was a once in a lifetime vacation where we didn’t have to worry about one thing for the entire week! Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner were prepared and served to us everyday for the entire week. We had a Full-time Bartender throughout the day that would prepare whatever type of drink we asked for and would make any type of kids drinks when asked :)! The staff cleaned all bedrooms and bathrooms daily and had same day laundry service when needed! It was super easy to set up tours throughout Costa Rica! Transportation was arranged for us, a staff member came with to help when needing anytime of translating through Costa Rica. A few tours we did were Zip Lining in the Rainforest, Monkey Beach, and Crocodile Tours. All we would recommend and do again! This is the perfect spot for any type of family vacation where you can truly enjoy and relax without having to worry about anything. Our kids had so much fun and were always entertained :)! The staff was amazing, very attentive and super nice! You could tell they truly wanted you to have an amazing vacation. The food was incredible, the Chef was amazing and was able to prepare meals for both kids and adults. Made the kids special desserts every night! We also brought extended family and the castle was so big that each person had there own space and could easily mingle or relax. I give this place 5 stars and hope to come back every year!
10.0 / 10.0
May 2018
A real vacation! Would highly recommend!
A real vacation! Would highly recommend!
A very relaxing vacation. From the moment you arrive and are greeted by the amazing staff handing out cold drinks you know you’re in a special place. There’s no stress and everything is right there...dining, tennis, pool, games of all kinds, great movies, a wonderful masseuse and lovely areas to read and unwind. Went with friends and we all loved it and look forward to returning sometime soon.
10.0 / 10.0
May 2018
My daughter and I had an amazing stay at Esparza
My daughter and I had an amazing stay at Esparza
I travelled to Castillo de Esparza with my 12 year old daughter and promised her a fairy tale vacation in a Castle. The staff and experience at the Castle was five star and made us both feel like Princesses! All of our meals were made to order and the staff helped my daughter collect mangos from the beautifully landscaped property. On the last night of our stay, the chef made a custom cake with a horse design for my daughters upcoming birthday. The cake rivaled anything I could have bought for her in Manhattan. We spend gorgeous sunny days swimming in the pool and she spend hours on the massive waterslide. We took trips to go ziplining and to see the crocodiles. One day we went horseback riding on a nearby black sand beach; the ride included a path through a mangrove jungle. It was amazing! All of the tours were recommended by the staff; who had personally experienced each of the adventures. I felt completely safe entrusting myself and my daughter to these adventures knowing the Castle staff had vetted their quality. One of our favorite activities was visiting a nearby jungle area where you could feed monkeys, with fruit prepared by the Castle staff, and walk along the awesome beach. At night we watched movies from the extensive in-house selection and played pool and billboards in the beuatiful living room. We’ve been to many Caribbean destinations and Costa Rica and Castillo de Esparza rivaled them all. It’s Paradise.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Alajuela Province?

The average price for a rental in Alajuela Province is £72 per night. This rental is £3,455 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at COSTA RICA FINEST PRIVATE RENTAL DATES OPEN IN 2025SEE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE. 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 COSTA RICA FINEST PRIVATE RENTAL DATES OPEN IN 2025SEE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE. Enjoy the water!

Is COSTA RICA FINEST PRIVATE RENTAL DATES OPEN IN 2025SEE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at COSTA RICA FINEST PRIVATE RENTAL DATES OPEN IN 2025SEE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE?

We found 16 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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